Revolvers have been nearly unchanged for a century—almost all of them (including this 40-year-old S&W Model 13) could be considered retro. This newly manufactured Inglis L9A1 (InglisMfg.com), on the other hand, is a reproduction. (Photo by James Tarr)
September 02, 2026
By James Tarr
Whether you call it retro or vintage or old-school, there’s something to be said about the classics, but deciding to go with that type of carry presents some challenges, both practical and aesthetic. First, I’ll argue that if you’re carrying any sort of revolver you’re already carrying a vintage design. Revolvers are 150-year-old technology—people still carry them because they work. On the semi-auto...
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