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Post by foxtrapper on Jul 28, 2017 12:58:13 GMT -5
So now I need a 44 special revolver to choot em out of! Gonna see if I can order a Lipsey gp-100 blued 5 inch . Anybody got one ?
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Post by Encore64 on Jul 28, 2017 13:05:03 GMT -5
Yep
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Post by foxtrapper on Jul 28, 2017 13:20:09 GMT -5
Anddddddd...... lol 😂 Gtg ! |
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Post by Encore64 on Jul 28, 2017 13:22:28 GMT -5
Its a nice, well built, accurate gun.
A bit heavy at 42 ounces, but handles well.
Tight built, except for the .432" throats. Still no leading when shooting .430-.431" cast bullets.
I have a few nice DA 44 Specials. But, my picks have always been Single Actions. My FA-97 and Ruger FT Bisleys closing in fast.
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Post by foxtrapper on Jul 28, 2017 14:05:14 GMT -5
A flat top would be my first choice,buttt I do not own a double action revolver. I think its time!
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Post by potatojudge on Jul 28, 2017 19:39:27 GMT -5
Consider a S&W 69 as well. Perfect 44 special DA IMO, and a better trigger than the Ruger.
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Post by davet on Jul 29, 2017 20:52:49 GMT -5
Consider a S&W 69 as well. Perfect 44 special DA IMO, and a better trigger than the Ruger. But then the Ruger doesn't have that idiot IL or a floating firing that may not ignite many primers. You pay your money and take your changes with the modern S&Ws. I speak from experience...twice. I now stick to Smiths with no lock and the firing pin mounted on the hammer. YMMV, Dave |
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Post by potatojudge on Jul 29, 2017 22:36:47 GMT -5
This is true, but disabling the lock is a simple job and C&S makes an extended firing pin if there are ignition issues.
Agreed on taking your chances, but that's doubly true for Ruger these days. I did have to clock my barrel on the 69 a bit to get the sight upright and the action needed attention.
Really it's a matter of preference. Both are good guns. You can't get a 5 inch S&W though, so there's that.
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Post by bt8541 on Aug 6, 2017 12:37:17 GMT -5
Consider a S&W 69 as well. Perfect 44 special DA IMO, and a better trigger than the Ruger. But then the Ruger doesn't have that idiot IL or a floating firing that may not ignite many primers. You pay your money and take your changes with the modern S&Ws. I speak from experience...twice. I now stick to Smiths with no lock and the firing pin mounted on the hammer. YMMV, Dave Depends on who built it and on what day, I have both the model 69 4in and the 5 inch blued GP100 44 spcl. My Ruger wins hands down. |
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Post by JSutter on Sept 1, 2017 14:05:21 GMT -5
Congratulations on your brass and future wheel gun! A great round. Enjoy it.
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Post by nolongcolt on Sept 1, 2017 18:07:17 GMT -5
Have 3 Specials now. Best shooter is probably the 5.5" Bisley Flat top, prettiest is the Colt NF 5.5", the handiest and the one I shoot the most is a S&W 24-3 with 4" bbl. Plan to keep them all.
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Post by warhawk on Sept 1, 2017 22:34:26 GMT -5
At least look at the model 69. I have both the 4 1/4" and the 2 3/4", the four incher has replaced my Mountain Guns for outdoors carry.
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Post by ezekiel38 on Sept 2, 2017 12:51:46 GMT -5
My 69 4.25" is my woods gun, it has earned that position due to accuracy, ease of carry, (compared to a 5 inch pre 29) and it is as powerful a handgun as I need.
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