The improved successor to the Walker, addressing its tendency for cylinder failure. The 1st Model Dragoon retained the Walker frame size but with a heavier cylinder and improved loading lever latch. Type: Revolver Action: Single-Action Caliber: 44 Cal Capacity: 6 Year introduced: 1848, USA Weight: 66 oz Overall length: 14" Status: Discontinued Military use: Yes Intended use: Military Service, Frontier Use