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Post by magman on Oct 7, 2017 7:41:08 GMT -5
I've wanted a custom revolver from Bowen for longer than I can remember. So I have a blued Bisley in 44mag that I am going to send to him on Tuesday. It's going to be his Long Hunter conversion with the Ovate barrel. It will stay a 44mag, but with a 5 shot cylinder. Just gonna sit back and wait for it to be completed. Probably a year or 2. I'll find something to keep me occupied.
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Post by Doc Barranti on Oct 7, 2017 7:47:18 GMT -5
When you are holding the beautiful example of the Makers Art, feeling the gun rise in recoil as it sends the first round down range at some distant target, you will have forgotten all about the wait!
Look forward to seeing it!
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Post by whitworth on Oct 7, 2017 7:52:24 GMT -5
Well you certainly haven't chosen wrong! It will be well worth the wait and I am anxious to see the end result ! Sounds like a great build!
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Post by dhd on Oct 7, 2017 9:17:48 GMT -5
I like the caliber choice too. I've got nothing larger than a 45 Colt myself (and probably won't go larger) and am finding the 44 Magnum my Goldilocks.
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Post by cmh on Oct 7, 2017 9:31:37 GMT -5
Good for you 😊 cant wait to see it 😉
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Post by mart on Oct 7, 2017 9:45:44 GMT -5
We'll be looking forward to it's arrival.
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Post by dougader on Oct 7, 2017 9:45:47 GMT -5
I have been drooling over Hamilton's work for so long... since about 1980-something. Good for you!
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Post by kings6 on Oct 7, 2017 10:23:25 GMT -5
The Long Hunter with the ovate rib is one of the classiest configurations and unfortunately one I do not have. Doug, get off the fence and send something in. I was visiting with Hamilton last week and he mentioned that he will stay in the shop as long has he has cartilage in his shoulders and elbows but writing is getting more and more appealing to him. You know a project like that will take a year or more so send it in and start saving.
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Post by dougader on Oct 7, 2017 18:21:18 GMT -5
His lightweight Colt is a masterpiece IMO. It was love at first sight. Of course, I'd need a Colt or a USFA clone, too....  |
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Post by kings6 on Oct 7, 2017 18:42:28 GMT -5
A couple excellent candidates on GB right now at great prices. Jump on one Doug!
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Post by Encore64 on Oct 7, 2017 18:48:12 GMT -5
Good for you. Hope you'll keep us informed as this build comes together.
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Post by jeffer on Oct 8, 2017 17:25:33 GMT -5
Sounds like a great idea to me. I doubt you will ever regret it. Hey by the way thanks again for the 500 jrh brass you sent me. You're a First Class Act. Jeff
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Post by magman on Oct 8, 2017 20:24:51 GMT -5
Jeff, thanks for the kind words. Glad I could help get you running with your 500.
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Post by magman on Nov 4, 2017 6:58:27 GMT -5
Wow, I guess I didn't know all the intricacies of having Bowen build me up a gun. He has put it in rotation to be built. Most questions pertain to desired bullet weight and velocity. I guess that barrels need to be "clocked" differently based on weight. I am well aware of the different needs for sights based on what I am shooting, but not barrel clocking. Anyway, I want to be able to shoot 240-250 grain bullets to high velocity and also 300-310 grain bullets if the need arises. He is going to supply 2 rear sight blades, one at .385" and the other at .270". He said the gun should be ready in a couple weeks. I was expecting a longer wait, but what the heck. I guess I was lucky as everything was available in the shop.
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Post by cherokeetracker on Nov 4, 2017 8:04:10 GMT -5
Good for you. Curious of barrel length ,, and can't wait to see it.
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