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Manufacturer
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About the Gun

Affordable ingle-action rimfire revolver manufactured by Fratelli Tanfoglio in Brescia, Italy. It drew heavy inspiration from the classic Colt Single Action Army design but scaled down for .22 rimfire, targeting budget-conscious plinkers, casual target shooters, and newcomers to cowboy-style revolvers.

Production

US importation of this gun by FIE occurred primarily during the 1970s and ran through the 1980s.

Market value

Examples of this gun in good to very good used condition typically sell for $150–$225.

Cartridge Specifications
Cartridge:	.22 LR
Alias:	.22 Long Rifle
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Analysis

The FIE Buffalo Scout E15 utilized a zinc alloy frame to achieve low production costs, paired with a steel barrel and cylinder, making it significantly lighter and cheaper than contemporary steel-framed competitors like the Colt Frontier Scout or Ruger Single-Six. This construction suited light-duty .22 LR and optional .22 WMR use but limited durability under heavy volume firing. Many units shipped as dual-cylinder combos, enhancing versatility in the entry-level rimfire market. Quality varied across production runs, with common reports of loose timing or excessive cylinder gaps in later examples. Despite these traits, it filled a clear niche for inexpensive single-action training and plinking during the 1970s-1980s Western revival period.