The recommended order that you obtain your weapons is as
follows:
1st- Obtain a black powder revolver (i.e. a Colt .36 or .44,
or a Remington 44), a brace would be better if possible.
2nd- After at least one revolver, get a saber.
3rd- A long arm
After obtaining all three types of weapons you may want to add
more revolvers.