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Post by 38 WCF on Jan 4, 2017 22:36:27 GMT -5
Never even considered this barrel length but it has now caught my eye. Thinking it might be a proper 100 yard Jack Rabbit slayer.
From those in the know, is the gun difficult to or awkward to shoot as compared to the 7.5 inch version.??
Thanks.
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Post by sixshot on Jan 4, 2017 22:57:09 GMT -5
I sure like mine! I think it's just a matter of shooting it & getting used to the longer barrel but the longer sight radius helps & the balance is fine after you've shot it a while. You won't be sorry once you start shooting it I can tell you that much. Pretty sure David Bradshaw has shot one a couple of times, he'll be along shortly, might even have a target or two!
Dick
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Post by nockhunter on Jan 4, 2017 23:03:18 GMT -5
 I like mine. Mike
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Post by zeus on Jan 4, 2017 23:08:31 GMT -5
My favorite Ruger! Insanely accurate and balances great!  |
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Post by stevewhr on Jan 4, 2017 23:50:37 GMT -5
My favorite Ruger! Insanely accurate and balances great! A man of your status should really have some nice grips on that gun. I'd consider taking those off your hands if that would help. |
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Post by bradshaw on Jan 5, 2017 7:29:33 GMT -5
Originally introduced in 1983 as the KS411N, quickly earning its bones in silhouette as the “Silver Hornpipe,” besides offering more velocity and sight radius, the SBH 10-1/2” has the desirable ‘bull”----1.e. untapered----barrel and long ejector of the .357 Maximum, along with screw-on target front sight. The SBH 10-1/2” still come in stainless or blue. The ejector inspired by the .357 Maximum completely extracts a 1.6” case, thus it throws regular magnums----which take case length from the .45 Colt----with room to spare. Today’s guns are made in Newport with in-house hammer forged barrel. Original 10-1/2-inchers were made in Southport with a broach rifled barrel by George Wilson, also in Connecticut.
“Balances great!” as Zeus says, and it is so. Among revolvers, stainless or blue, the SBH 10.5" remains a sleeper.
David Bradshaw
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Post by elvaquero on Feb 12, 2017 18:43:15 GMT -5
Bradshaw, Your post sounds you have or once had a SBH of this barrel length. If so, I am curious as to the preferable method of carrying it that you arrived at. I am hoping this will be the year I buy one.
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Post by 38 WCF on Feb 12, 2017 19:34:07 GMT -5
Well, I picked up one of these revolvers but the snow has been to deep to get out and really test it for accuracy. I did manage to fire off about 50 rounds of various hand-loads I have on hand. All with cast bullets and a normal Magnum charge of an appropriate powder.
Wow this thing really recoils!
Is it my imagination or does the longer barrel enhance the recoil .
That barrel was standing straight up !
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Post by bradshaw on Feb 12, 2017 20:06:51 GMT -5
elvaquero.... carried 10-1/2-inch Super Blackhawks accessible in open-bottom holsters made for the 7-1/2” barrel, strong side and crossdraw, overall preferring crossdraw. I do not like the awkwardness and slowness, nor the concentration of weight on one shoulder, of old style shoulder holsters. A crossdraw which may be slung chest carry adapts the long sixgun to clothing, climate and vehicles. I like a bandoleer carry for grab-and-go, pull it forward on a tractor, throw it back for chainsaw work. Due to forward balance, retention should not be a problem.
David Bradshaw
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Post by elvaquero on Feb 12, 2017 20:10:55 GMT -5
That is the first such report I have ever read - that the recoil was higher is a longer barreled gun. My 7.5" SBH tames stout loads wxtremely well compared to my shorter barrel revolvers in the same caliber - 44 mag.
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Post by bradshaw on Feb 12, 2017 20:24:57 GMT -5
Wow this thing really recoils!
Is it my imagination or does the longer barrel enhance the recoil .
That barrel was standing straight up! -----38wcf
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To ride recoil beats fighting it anyday. Your relaxed grip will get you through a silhouette match, and other long strings of fire. The 10-1/2” barrel actually reduces felt recoil while adding velocity. Longer BARREL TIME equates to more barrel rise. Most of the recoil we feel is inertia----motion of the gun after the bullet is gone.
David Bradshaw
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Post by elvaquero on Feb 14, 2017 13:49:57 GMT -5
Thanks, Bradshaw. I imagine strong-side holster for a 10.5" barrel revolver would be a chore in drawing. Unless the holster was angled your hand would be in your armpit by the time the barrel cleared the holster. I personally prefer crossdraw, and I liked the crossdraw holster description that worked for you. By "BANDOLEER CARRY" I assume you mean the cartridge/holster rig is over chest or one shoulder?
Thanks also for your explanation of felt recoil and muzzle rise. I found it very informative. With my 7.5" SBH with Bisely grip, I found the stoutest loads I have are manageable, even firing one-handed, (and I don't have large hands or wrists) which is what is done when on horseback. I will be on the scout for a blued 10.5' -- after April 15, of course.
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Post by oddshooter on Feb 15, 2017 11:26:53 GMT -5
All I can say is that the long barrels are addictive.
I got started and now I can't stop. My family and friends are threatening an intervention.
As Amy Winehouse used to sing:
"I aint going to rehab. NO, NO, NO."
Prescut
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Post by towboater on Feb 16, 2017 21:20:03 GMT -5
Had one but traded it off. Been kicking myself in the butt ever since.
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