Revolver
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Hello and welcome to the forums
It starts with one . . .
Pick yr recoil level starting at 22lr, then 22WMR, then 9mm, 38Spl, 357Mag, 44Spl, 44Mag
Bought these 3 new, on-line, on sale. Top-Bottom;
7.5" Ruger Super Blackhawk 44Mag/44Spl,
6.5" Ruger Blackhawk Convertible 357Mag/38Spl or 9mm,
6.5" Ruger Single Six 22lr or 22WMR
I bought aftermarket Altamont Faux Stag grips, they look/feel better than the original plastic.
I recently bought my second Ruger Blackhawk 357Mag/38Spl(used) from a local retailer. I wanted to check how tight the cylinder lock-up was in person.
Don't forget you'll need a lever action rifle to go with your revolver . . .
Marlin 1894C 357Mag/38Spl c/w Vortex Diamondback 2-7*35 Rimfire
6.5" Ruger Blackhawk Convertible 357Mag/38Spl or 9mm,
Pick yr recoil level starting at 22lr, then 22WMR, then 9mm, 38Spl, 357Mag, 44Spl, 44Mag
Bought these 3 new, on-line, on sale. Top-Bottom;
7.5" Ruger Super Blackhawk 44Mag/44Spl,
6.5" Ruger Blackhawk Convertible 357Mag/38Spl or 9mm,
6.5" Ruger Single Six 22lr or 22WMR
I bought aftermarket Altamont Faux Stag grips, they look/feel better than the original plastic.
I recently bought my second Ruger Blackhawk 357Mag/38Spl(used) from a local retailer. I wanted to check how tight the cylinder lock-up was in person.
Don't forget you'll need a lever action rifle to go with your revolver . . .
Marlin 1894C 357Mag/38Spl c/w Vortex Diamondback 2-7*35 Rimfire
6.5" Ruger Blackhawk Convertible 357Mag/38Spl or 9mm,
sixty9santa
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Cowboy style but with adjustable sights and single action only, Ruger Blackhawk.
Have you had the opportunity to handle a Cowboy style single action revolver vs a more modern dual action/single action?
Made the difference for me hence why my first revolver was the GP100.
I will however get a Ruger Wrangler once the market calms down for it up here, but not before a Blackhawk.
Have you had the opportunity to handle a Cowboy style single action revolver vs a more modern dual action/single action?
Made the difference for me hence why my first revolver was the GP100.
I will however get a Ruger Wrangler once the market calms down for it up here, but not before a Blackhawk.
Plenty of good advice, so far. Lone Ranger pretty much nailed it. Your choice will depend on how you plan to use your revolver. Plinking and target shooting? Cowboy action? This will have a bearing on potential choices. If you're looking for a straight-up, Colt clone, Pietta and Uberti are good choices. Either should suit you well, including cowboy action(Guns are used a lot, in this sport...so use has to be considered as part of your long range plans). I have firsthand experience with all revolvers described below.
In my opinion, Pietta, is the best value in a modern, Colt-style single action revolver. Pietta's quality control has really improved, over the last few years. With the introduction of new, state-of-the-art manufacturing equipment, and strict quality control. Pietta revolvers are also the closest internally and externally, to original Colt single actions. Pietta parts, both factory and aftermarket, are readily available, here in Canada. Plus, the U.S. Rusty Wood Trading, for example...a site sponsor, stocks a good supply.
Same goes for Uberti. Very high quality revolvers. Some folks complain about the inclusion of new safety features in the new Uberti revolvers. Including: transfer bars, retractable firing pins, etc. Citing dependability issues. True, the more complex any machine is, the more likely it might break down. But, I personally have seen no such failures, to date. Uberti revolvers work like they should, even with the new features. A bit pricier than Pietta. But, still a good value in a single action. Lots of parts available, too.
Many shooters, including myself, consider Ruger revolvers to be the Cadillac, of single action revolvers. Very strong, durable, reliable. Capable of very hard use. The choice of many top ranked cowboy action competitors. If your preference runs to a traditional, 'cowboy'-styled revolver, the New Vaquero is a good choice. Available in a variety of 'cowboy' calibres. Pricier than either Uberti or Pietta, though. New...these revolvers will run around $1000. Still, a good investment. If you like guns that will easily outlive you.
Next: Ruger Blackhawk. Long considered by many to be the one of....if not the best... Ruger single action made, these revolvers continue to please their owners with excellent build quality, adjustable sights, great handling, pointability and accuracy. As I recall, the late, great Elmer Keith had a hand in designing the Blackhawk. Many of his practical suggestions carried through in the Blackhawk design. Though not purely 'cowboy' in looks, these revolvers are widely used in cowboy action competition. Blackhawks can often be found, both new and used, for well under $1000. Also available in a variety of calibres.
As already mentioned...Do your research...Before making any purchases. Hope some of this info is useful.
Al
In my opinion, Pietta, is the best value in a modern, Colt-style single action revolver. Pietta's quality control has really improved, over the last few years. With the introduction of new, state-of-the-art manufacturing equipment, and strict quality control. Pietta revolvers are also the closest internally and externally, to original Colt single actions. Pietta parts, both factory and aftermarket, are readily available, here in Canada. Plus, the U.S. Rusty Wood Trading, for example...a site sponsor, stocks a good supply.
Same goes for Uberti. Very high quality revolvers. Some folks complain about the inclusion of new safety features in the new Uberti revolvers. Including: transfer bars, retractable firing pins, etc. Citing dependability issues. True, the more complex any machine is, the more likely it might break down. But, I personally have seen no such failures, to date. Uberti revolvers work like they should, even with the new features. A bit pricier than Pietta. But, still a good value in a single action. Lots of parts available, too.
Many shooters, including myself, consider Ruger revolvers to be the Cadillac, of single action revolvers. Very strong, durable, reliable. Capable of very hard use. The choice of many top ranked cowboy action competitors. If your preference runs to a traditional, 'cowboy'-styled revolver, the New Vaquero is a good choice. Available in a variety of 'cowboy' calibres. Pricier than either Uberti or Pietta, though. New...these revolvers will run around $1000. Still, a good investment. If you like guns that will easily outlive you.
Next: Ruger Blackhawk. Long considered by many to be the one of....if not the best... Ruger single action made, these revolvers continue to please their owners with excellent build quality, adjustable sights, great handling, pointability and accuracy. As I recall, the late, great Elmer Keith had a hand in designing the Blackhawk. Many of his practical suggestions carried through in the Blackhawk design. Though not purely 'cowboy' in looks, these revolvers are widely used in cowboy action competition. Blackhawks can often be found, both new and used, for well under $1000. Also available in a variety of calibres.
As already mentioned...Do your research...Before making any purchases. Hope some of this info is useful.
Al
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I love my S&W 686 in 357mag with a 6" barrel.
My wife purchased a alpha project 9mm revolver as her first pistol. I think her requirements were different than you, as she wanted to learn to shoot and begin to master double action squeeze (recommended by her RPAL instructor). The 9mm was to reduce costs during the learning curve, which it certainly has.
I personally see us purchasing a Ruger Blackhawk Convertible in the near future. I love the SA revolvers!
I personally see us purchasing a Ruger Blackhawk Convertible in the near future. I love the SA revolvers!
Like others have mentioned....depends on what you want to do with it.
I picked up a BNIB Pietta single action in 45LC last year. Still haven't shot it but had to have the 4.25" blued revolver with faux Stag grips and coloured case hardening.
Why the Pietta? VG value for the money, looks like a good copy of an old Western Cowboy gun and it had the Colt 4-clicks......
I picked up a BNIB Pietta single action in 45LC last year. Still haven't shot it but had to have the 4.25" blued revolver with faux Stag grips and coloured case hardening.
Why the Pietta? VG value for the money, looks like a good copy of an old Western Cowboy gun and it had the Colt 4-clicks
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I can recommend the old Ruger Vaquero in .45 Colt. This is a single action revolver built on the Ruger Blackhawk frame, I have two and really enjoy them. You might want to also check out some of the replica 1858 Remington New Model Army Percussion Revolvers, I have a pair of those as well and they are a lot of fun to shoot.
