Snake Oil Salesmen and the Revolver Revolution (April Fool’s 2026)

We recently received an opinion piece from one of our long time readers. As you know, many of our writers came from the ranks of the readers over the years, and we’re always happy to let your voice be heard! This time around we have Cowboy Action Afficionado William Elias C. Will has some thoughts about the recent “revolver revolution” that’s been growing lately, and wanted us to forward his thoughts onto you. Let’s see what he has to say!

Will E.C.’s Thoughts on the Revolver Revolution

I’ve held my tongue for a long time, but it’s about time someone said something. For the past couple years folks like Snubnose Nostalgia, American Wrasslin’ Revolver, and Borderline Buster, or whatever their names are, have been enjoying their time in the limelight. Pushing things like the Single Action Army or a J-Frame on folk who don’t know any better. Letting their real life pretend play inform serious decisions of others. Well I can’t abide by that.

It’s high time someone stepped up and put these wannabe cow punchers and private dicks in their place. Let me set everyone straight. The wool’s been pulled over your eyes, and you’ve been separated from your dollar, sold a bill of false goods.

Okay, enough with the theatrics, let’s get down to business.

From the Cowboy Action championships, to home on the range, this cowpoke has seen a thing or two, filled his hands a few more, and seen the elephant more than I care to share. I’d say I’ve got a pretty good idea of what someone should strap on when they get out of bed in the morning, and a single action 45 Colt, or a puny poodle shooter ain’t it.

For you uninitiated, most folks say that a gun fight is 3 rounds, at 3 yards, in 3 seconds. My experience confirms that, so long as we’re talking about two-legged critters. A good ol six gun gives you enough to take care of business even if your attacker brings a buddy. So why on God’s green earth would someone need the quick reload capability of a self contained cartridge?

You solved your problem in your first three shots. Three more in reserve if you can’t hit the broad side of a barn. If that doesn’t do the trick, a quick load won’t help a lick. That’s territory for a second pistol or long arm. Maybe those wimpy 38’s tickled the bad guy and now you’re stuck with a fancy paperweight. Guess some folks didn’t learn their lesson from our tussle with the Moros.

Don’t forget, you’re stuck with whatever the big wigs at Remington and Winchester give you for cartridges. Those have dried up a time or two. Besides, jacketing is a waste of good copper better suited to electrical lines anyway.
A smart man casts his own round ball, pours his own powder, and sets his own caps. Good enough for Wild Bill and Sam Walker, good enough for me.

So remember folks, don’t let some online snake oil salesman send you up a creek while he counts your cash. Follow your old buddy’s advice. What worked for lawmen, mountain men, and wild men will work wonders for the layman. They all fall to cap and ball.

Closing Thoughts on (April Fool’s 2026)

Will sure tells it like it is! I’d hate to be in his sights, his eyes are nearly as sharp as his wit. Thank you to Will for taking the time out of his busy day on the ranch to send us his letter, I’m sure the audience appreciates seeing one of their own highlighted like this.

Remember everyone, this is April Fool’s Day, so laugh a little and go on with your day. This was a fun one to write, and hopefully you had fun reading it as well. Primer Peak will be back to our very serious ways after today, so check back soon for our regular content!

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