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Post by 338reddog on Jan 6, 2014 2:45:03 GMT -5
I found a pair of old armies Blued with brass dragoon frames. I have them on hold and will go back to verify if actual ruger frames. Guns seem to be in very nice cond. I don't know much about these so I am not sure as to value and what to look for. Any info will be appreciated.
Jeff
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Post by KRal on Jan 6, 2014 10:18:20 GMT -5
Ruger did produce them with brass frames, but I don't know how many. If you decide to pass on the buy, I would love to have one. I've been looking for one with a brass frame for a while, but not real hard.
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Post by contender on Jan 6, 2014 10:56:45 GMT -5
Even if these guns have aftermarket brass grip frames, that's a good buy.
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Post by kings6 on Jan 6, 2014 11:51:58 GMT -5
If you want to see if they are real Ruger supplied frames, ask the seller to remove one's grip panels and you should see MR3-BD cast into the brass near the butt end of the grip frame on the inner web. Frankly, the brass grip frames themselves are worth almost as much as the cost of the gun at $350 per gun.
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Post by 338reddog on Jan 6, 2014 18:05:03 GMT -5
Ok it is a original brass frame. I bought one and my buddy bought the other. The one I purchased is made in 1973 and the other is made in 1972. I am going to call Ruger to see if this grip frame was shipped on the gun. I may get the letter also.
Next question is what grip frames are interchangeable? I may install a different grip and sell this one. Pics to follow.
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Post by kings6 on Jan 6, 2014 19:35:29 GMT -5
You can swap that one for an old model SBH, an old model XR3-RED or an old model XR3 off a flat top. You can also go with a new model grip frame if you order one of David Clements adaptor triggers.
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Post by 338reddog on Jan 6, 2014 20:36:47 GMT -5
 Grover for company. |
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Post by kings6 on Jan 6, 2014 21:10:31 GMT -5
I am more fascinated by the Improved # Five. Care to share the details on that one?
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Post by 338reddog on Jan 6, 2014 22:13:14 GMT -5
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Post by 338reddog on Jan 6, 2014 22:19:47 GMT -5
It is a 45 long colt that I inherited from my uncle. He special ordered it with what he said was elephant ivory grips but Im not sure. Maybe mammoth. Serial # mid 400's. My brother in law and I also got some colts and Rugers. One Bowen 44 special built on a three screw .357.
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Post by contender on Jan 6, 2014 23:14:21 GMT -5
FYI; Ruger factory brass grip frames easily sell for $275. Sometimes more. You stole those guns! NICE!!!!!!!!
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Post by cubrock on Jan 7, 2014 8:55:09 GMT -5
It is a 45 long colt that I inherited from my uncle. He special ordered it with what he said was elephant ivory grips but Im not sure. Maybe mammoth. Serial # mid 400's. My brother in law and I also got some colts and Rugers. One Bowen 44 special built on a three screw .357. Do you know who did the engraving on the TLA? I'd love to get more info on the gun for my book research,if you are willing to share. I can email you a data survey form. Thanks! Beautiful gun! |
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Post by 338reddog on Jan 7, 2014 12:43:28 GMT -5
It is a 45 long colt that I inherited from my uncle. He special ordered it with what he said was elephant ivory grips but Im not sure. Maybe mammoth. Serial # mid 400's. My brother in law and I also got some colts and Rugers. One Bowen 44 special built on a three screw .357. Do you know who did the engraving on the TLA? I'd love to get more info on the gun for my book research,if you are willing to share. I can email you a data survey form. Thanks! Beautiful gun! As far as I know TLA did the engraving or had it done. If you would like to email me a survey please message me and I will give you my email. Jeff |
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Post by cubrock on Jan 7, 2014 12:48:08 GMT -5
Do you know who did the engraving on the TLA? I'd love to get more info on the gun for my book research,if you are willing to share. I can email you a data survey form. Thanks! Beautiful gun! As far as I know TLA did the engraving or had it done. If you would like to email me a survey please message me and I will give you my email. Jeff PM sent, Jeff. TLA contracted engraving out to various engravers and I was curious if you knew who engraved this one. It looks almost identical to a pattern on two factory engraved #5s I have. |
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