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My first SA revolver - a Ruger Vaquero - should be arriving today and since I am new to SA revolvers, I have been thinking about quick reloads for such a weapon. Is there a special technique to getting your SA revolver filled back up in a hurry if need be? Not that I expect to be in such a situation...

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Griff wrote:Why not from Starline direct? .44Spl brass on b/o, available 08/08/12

I was just looking to get 100-200 rounds. I'm cheap so I didn't want to spend the money on 500 rounds.

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My Vaquero should be here tomorrow. I am already looking into aftermarket parts for it from Power Custom. Thinking about a Bisley hammer. I think I will hold off on any modifications until I shoot it for a while. I still need some 44SPL brass. I was going to order some Starline brass from MidwayUSA ...

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Thanks for all the input guys. I just clicked the Buy It Now on this guy http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=291650614 . Thanks goes to pokey for giving me the heads up on that auction. I should have it in my possession next week. I will post up some pics when I do. Now I need to fin...

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There are many other options ... here's two: http://www.leverguns.com/web/acp1.jpg .357 converted to .45 ACP by Alpha Precision Cosby Custom Guns did the topstrap remmodeling, the remarking and nickel finish. http://www.leverguns.com/acp/special1.jpg .45 Colt built by Reeder Custom Guns More photos...

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gak, Thanks! I am so glad to hear that a .44SPL Vaquero was made. I like the one pokey found on gunbroker.com. If I can scrape up the cash, I just might get it. I have pretty much decided that I'm going with Ruger anyway. I have been trying to make conscious decisions to buy American and I also want...

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Good points AJMD429. I do have a Rossi 92 in 44MAG and the 629 so a 44SPL or MAG makes a lot of sense to me. I'm pretty set on a single action as I have my 629 for double action duty. I will look into the convertibles that you mentioned. I do have to say that I like the looks of the Vaquero style gu...

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I forgot to mention this one... Ruger Super Blackhawk https://dl.dropbox.com/u/47624012/Ruger%20Super%20BH.jpg When I was looking for a 44MAG revolver a lot of guys were directing me to this gun. I was set on a DA revolver so I disregarded it. Maybe I should take another look. Not the most concealab...

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M. M. Wright wrote:...I have heard some say that Ruger is going to make the New Vaquero in 44 Special. We can only hope.

Any guess as to when the new Vaquero is being released?

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Ok. I have recently gotten into the revolver world with a purchase of a S&W 629PC. I love that gun and I am having a custom holster made for it. So now I have this small addiction to revolvers...I know I know...you all said it would happen. So I am in need of a SA revolver. My personal preferenc...

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With some distance between the target and the laser toting shooter, it is pretty tough to figure out where that red dot is coming from if you have no idea of their position. That is unless you are using a green laser or it is foggy out. Then you can see the beam and follow it to the shooter if you a...

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Nice looking revolver you have there. What caliber is she?

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Just wanted to give you all a heads up if you haven't seen this already. http://www.vanceoutdoors.com/flyer/flyer.pdf http://www.sportsmansoutdoorsuperstore.com/products2.cfm/ID/107981/c/used-firearms A lot of guys over on smith-wessonforum.com have great things to say about these police trade ins. ...

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Nice job. That looks amazing! What is the bullet holder made from?

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I had the chance to shoot one of these last week. Here is a pic of me shooting it.

It was my first time shooting a 45/70. It tipped my hat back a little each shot but I really enjoyed shooting it. It is now on my list of wants.

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Thanks for the info guys. I think I'll go with the Lyman 66 and see how I like it. too much smut on there . Only for those that're lookin for it - as in: "Seek, and ye shall find" .............. :roll: ................... ( Jes' sayin'....... ). Well I'm definitely not going looking it. Th...

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Lyman receiver sight on a Model 1892 Winchester work well for me: http://i105.photobucket.com/albums/m207/CRS0137/th_P1000637.jpg http://i105.photobucket.com/albums/m207/CRS0137/th_P1000631.jpg Thanks for the photos but I can't see them. Safe Eyes blocks photobucket...too much smut on there. Is you...

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bulldog1935 wrote:(the polite way)
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Thanks but I didn't see any info there on the Lyman 66. That Burris Fast Fire mount and sight looks cool but I think I want to keep my leverguns "low tech".

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I was out shooting with some friends last night and an old timer had a few lever guns (Win. 92 in .357, and a Marlin 1895 Cowboy) with side mounted peep sights. I really liked them and I have been wanting to get some better sights for my Rossi '92 44MAG (16" barrel). His were old Redfield peeps...

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Ahh suppressors. Gotta love 'em. I have a Tactical Innovations TAC65. Here it is on my CZ452 https://dl.dropbox.com/u/47624012/DSC_0030%20%28800x532%29.jpg And on my Buckmark https://dl.dropbox.com/u/47624012/BuckmarkTAC651911_031210_0002.JPG Hoping to get some stainless steel baffles installed by H...

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So...is it illegal to wear my Izula-II concealed on my waist here in PA?

Guess I need to do some research.

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El Chivo wrote:...and in this county, can't wear one on the waist...

El Chivo,

Can you please elaborate on this?

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Finally got my knife. Its an ESEE Izula II in Desert Tan. I'm really enjoying it.

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Well, I finally got my ESEE Izula II and I couldn't be happier with it. Here's a pic with my EDC pistol, Kahr P380. Definitely my new EDC knife. I have it on right now...conceals amazingly well. I just need to fashion a nice clip onto the sheath so that I can wear it IWB and tuck my shirt around it ...

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bulldog1935 wrote:make sure we get to see the birthday knife.

It should be here tomorrow. I'll post pics when I get it.

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Thanks guys. I had a great day. My wife and I took the day off and spent the day together. Ordered myself a nice knife too.

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Just a shameless plug for the American Silencer Association. Become a member and support the silencer industry.

http://americansilencerassociation.com/

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One of the main reasons I am a HUGE advocate of suppressors is the ability to shoot without damage to your hearing. I love to hunt...no doubt. But when every shot sends my ears ringing with more and more damage, I will gladly lug around the heaviest can on my barrel to save my ears from more damage....

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Nath wrote:Why?

Nath.

If you are asking "Why put a suppressor on a levergun?", all I have to say is...if you haven't hunted with a suppressed firearm or even shot a suppressed firearm, then you won't understand. I highly recommend trying it and see how you like it.

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Why what?

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USFA was advertising that they were making the old style Maxim suppressor.....it is assymetric and 'hangs down' below the barrel a bit would work well for a lever gun dont know if they are actually making it for real Silencerco makes the Osprey suppressor which is eccentric design. http://www.silen...

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I wonder if they can actually use the sights with these boogers? The pics seem to show the suppressors being taller than the front sight. I am guessing that they need to have taller sights installed to see over the can, just like most centerfire pistols need tall "suppressor" sights. Many...

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Check out these suppressed leverguns from the AAC blog. I think my Rossi '92 .44MAG 16" needs an AAC TiRant45. Gets the wheels turning.

http://www.aacblog.com/?p=11468

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olyinaz wrote:That makes me want to dash out the door and run some Ahrends!!

Oly

HA! Good one...

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Just thought I would show off my new grips from Ahrends (ahrendsgripsusa.com) for my S&W 629 PC. They are made from Cordia and fit me very nicely. http://dl.dropbox.com/u/47624012/DSC_0126%20%28800x532%29%20%282%29.jpg The finger groove grips that came on my 629 were nice looking but did not fit...

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This is my EDC folder, a Benchmade mini-Griptilian. I love the large hole in the blade for opening and the AXIS lock is superb. http://images.knifecenter.com/knifecenter/bnchmd/images/555sbkhgod.jpg Hope to get the Izula II for fixed blade EDC. If I could have any fixed blade, it would be this: Benc...

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336bl wrote:Ontario RAT 3 ... or my Camillus locback (bought 5 right after they went out of business)...

I thought about the RAT-3 but decided on the smaller Izula II.

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C. Cash wrote:For self defense, I try to never bring a knife to a gunfight though! Still comforting to have.

If there's a gunfight, I'll have two guns and two knives (once I get that Izula) ready for action.

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Good decision - nice blades! I can highly recommend: http://www.knivesshipfree.com/index.php?cPath=27_641 or http://www.knifecenter.com/knifecenter/ratknives/ I've ordered from Knife Center before and they had much better service than the Blade Shop. Can't beat the price at knivesshipfree.com! Than...

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I've been looking into getting a fixed blade EDC (every day carry) knife not to replace my folder but to compliment it. Folder for utility and fixed for protection since it is faster to deploy than a folder. Anyway, I plan to get an ESEE Izula II pretty soon. http://www.eseeknives.com/Izula-II-b.jpg...

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My Gen3 Glock 17. Pure reliability.

But my Rossi 92 is getting slicker by the day.

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Well boys, here are a few pics I took of my new (first) wheelgun... http://dl.dropbox.com/u/47624012/My%20629%20PC.jpg http://dl.dropbox.com/u/47624012/DSC_0101%20%28800x532%29.jpg Shoots great. Glad I worked up some low power rounds...they shoot very comfortably. I'm really going to enjoy this one!...

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First of all, I am a Glock man so I am used to unparalleled reliability with little to no breakin or maintenance. I looked around for a deep carry .380 pistol for a while and finally settled on the Kahr P380. To me, it is the perfect size for a pocket pistol. Not quite as thin as the Kel-tec P3AT or...

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I also have good results with IMR 4895 (42.7gr) and 168gr AMAX bullets. I can easily shoot just over 1" groups at 300 yards with my Remington 700 LTR. I have been meaning to try the Lapua 155gr scenar bullets because the guys over on Snipershide.com rave about them. But those are paper punching...

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Well I have it narrowed down to two 629 versions...the 629 Performance Center model with the 2.625" barrel, or the 629 Talo edition with the 3" barrel. I have found them for the same price, I just need to decide which one to get. Any suggestions?

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Can anyone tell me what the bottom revolver is?

I know its a 629, but what version?

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I've pretty much decided on the 629 Performance Center model with the 2.625" barrel or the 629 backpacker with the bear paws on the cylinder. Leaning towards the PC model.

Thanks for all the advice guys.

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I don't care who you are...DAs are easier and quicker to reload and shoot. In any defensive situation, a quick reload is a high priority. I'm sure there are those who can shoot a SA pretty fast and maybe even reload fairly fast. Not that I am going to try to break any records with fast reloads, but ...

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Just from reading your comments, and a little bit between the lines; the Smith is what you really want. My experience has been that if I "settle" for something other than what I really want, satisfaction is very seldom in the cards. After all, very few of us actually NEED the firearms we ...

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I'm pretty set on a DA revolver but I will look into the SA revolvers.

This caught my eye...
http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewIt ... =278723428

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