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Post by dougader on Jan 14, 2016 0:37:39 GMT -5
Encore 64 emailed me a picture of his SBH 480 Ruger that he had worked over by Gary Reeder. I was as anxious as any to see the picture and he trusted me to post this for him. I really like the grips, new front sight and the finish on this one! I'll leave the rest to the owner of this fine weapon....  |
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Post by grizzly on Jan 14, 2016 9:17:12 GMT -5
That looks fantastic!
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Post by Encore64 on Jan 14, 2016 9:32:43 GMT -5
Only thing that's not original are the grips. Internal changes include an action job, Reeders Maxi Throat (lengthened Taylor Throat for heavy bullets) and an 11° target crown.
External changes are combination matte / polished finish and a FA front sight.
The gun was excellent when received, but much better now. Gary has my 454 SBH now giving it a similar treatment.
My thanks to Doug for posting this.
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Otony
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Post by Otony on Jan 14, 2016 9:40:28 GMT -5
That is the first Reeder gun I've ever seen that appealed to me. Looks very nice. What are the grips made from?
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Post by Encore64 on Jan 14, 2016 9:43:38 GMT -5
White MIcarta. It's also important to point out that Gary will let you choose how your gun is finished. I came up with the polished cylinder on my Davidson's Redhawk 45 Colt. I liked it so well, I had a couple more done the same way.
Any engraving you see on the Reeder guns is done at the customers request.
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Post by zeus on Jan 14, 2016 13:13:04 GMT -5
I will say, I liked the setback trigger he will out in some guns. It feels really nice if you ever handle one.
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Post by cherokeetracker on Jan 14, 2016 14:39:44 GMT -5
Nice taste in refinements,, looks good. I am anxious about the Taylor Throating, as I have considered before. Hope to see and hear of a good range report.
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Post by Encore64 on Jan 14, 2016 15:37:32 GMT -5
The total package reduced the group's by 50%. The gun shot 2-3" with generic loads before, 1-1 1/2" after. I cannot honestly tell you which service improved the grouping.
It could involve all modifications as a package or simply be the result of a much improved trigger.
In all reality, I don't suppose it matters. I have not fired a cast bullet
thru the gun yet. But, that will soon change.
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Post by BigBore44 on Jan 14, 2016 17:01:06 GMT -5
That IS Nice! Love the new look.
Enjoy it...
BigBore44
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Post by Joe S. on Jan 14, 2016 23:08:08 GMT -5
That's beautiful!!
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Post by theoldredneck on Jan 15, 2016 7:13:24 GMT -5
I'm usually a fan of plain jane, blue, working, carrying type guns because I'm rough on them. I really like the gun and finish. Has a dressed up look, yet still one that I would holster and hunt with. Love the front sight and grips. The polish gives that touch of class. Look forward to range report.
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Post by Markbo on Jan 15, 2016 11:43:12 GMT -5
...That is the first Reeder gun I've ever seen that appealed to me. Looks very nice..... |
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Post by cherokeetracker on Jan 15, 2016 13:17:40 GMT -5
The total package reduced the group's by 50%. The gun shot 2-3" with generic loads before, 1-1 1/2" after. I cannot honestly tell you which service improved the grouping. It could involve all modifications as a package or simply be the result of a much improved trigger. In all reality, I don't suppose it matters. I have not fired a cast bullet thru the gun yet. But, that will soon change. A good trigger job does wonders for me personally. I agree with you, the end results are what matters the most. |
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Post by jeffer on Jan 18, 2016 0:03:07 GMT -5
Wow! I would be proud to own that!
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Post by 2 Dogs on Jul 11, 2016 21:45:27 GMT -5
Last time I was up at Hartons, we tuned up my 454 Casull a bit. Well, really just a trigger job and we did straighten the trigger a bit. But I gotta say, the guy that Reeder has making stocks does a really good job. That one looks really nice Huey!!
Have you shot it? My 454 seems to shoot pretty well, but I admit, I have been too busy with the small bores to shoot my 480 yet...
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