Taylors & Company Howdah Vintage | .45 Colt/.410 | 10.25 in

The Taylors & Company Howdah Vintage is a side-by-side double-barrel handgun built in the Howdah tradition, chambered for both .45 Colt and .410 Bore. It pairs classic lines — including an octagonal barrel and double triggers — with a charcoal blue finish and checkered walnut grip for a historically inspired carry piece. This model is regulated as a pistol under ATF classifications and is suited to collectors and specialty shooters. A compact red-dot optic such as a Holosun 507C makes a practical pairing for fast sight acquisition while staying well under a $1,000 budget.

Common real-world applications include recreational target shooting and historical or period-style events where authenticity and handling matter. The Howdah’s compact profile and twin barrels also make it appropriate for close-range field use where a lightweight, portable handgun is preferred.

Product Specifications

• The manufacturer is Taylors and Company.
• The model is listed as HOWDAH VINTAGE.
• The firearm is classified as an ATF Type: PISTOL.
• The action is a Side-by-Side double-barrel configuration.
• The caliber/gauge is .410 Bore | .45 Colt.
• The barrel measures 10.25 inches and is octagonal.
• The overall length is 16.63 inches.
• The capacity is 2 rounds.
• The finish is listed as Charcoal Blue.
• The receiver is finished Color Case Hardened.
• The frame material is Steel Frame.
• The grip material/type is Steel Frame Checkered Walnut Steel Frame.
• The sights are described as Front Sight: Bead; Rear Sight: Flip Up.
• Notable features include Double Triggers and an Octagonal Barrel.
• The UPC is 810012511070.

This Howdah Vintage brings traditional aesthetics and a deliberate mechanical feel to the range. Its double-trigger, side-by-side layout and scaled dimensions favor shooters who appreciate period-correct ergonomics and close-range handling. The octagonal barrel and case-hardened receiver give the pistol a distinctive look while remaining straightforward to shoot and maintain.