The Cimarron Lightning in .38 Special with a 5.5-inch barrel (MPN CA982) is a single-action revolver built on a case-hardened frame, finished with a walnut birdshead grip for a distinctive, fast-handling profile and a longer sight radius than the shorter Lightning variants. Cimarron Firearms finishes the barrel in standard blue over the case-colored frame. Among classic-styled six-guns in the revolvers category, this Lightning favors cowboy-action shooters who want the longest-barreled birdshead-gripped single action in .38 Special.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in .38 Special.
• Built as a single-action revolver.
• The frame is case-hardened.
• Barrel length measures 5.5 inches.
• The barrel is finished in standard blue.
• Holds 6 rounds in the cylinder.
• Grip is a walnut birdshead style.
• Weighs approximately 30 ounces.
• Sights are Fixed.
• Overall length measures 13.9 inches.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a birdshead grip? A rounded, compact grip shape that gives the revolver a distinctive profile and feel in hand.

Why choose the 5.5-inch barrel? It provides a longer sight radius than the shorter Lightning variants.

Buy the Cimarron Lightning .38 Special, 5.5-Inch

The longest-barreled birdshead-gripped single action is exactly what this Lightning delivers. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL.