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Post by bula on Feb 15, 2019 12:52:45 GMT -5
When the Ruger 480 went single-action it sent this webforum over on it's ear. BIG news ! When the shorty version came out, not so much. Yeah, grip to frame fit issues, the thread choke thing still around, etc.. But my thoughts.. Have another nephew in and I pulled another 100 pieces of brass out earlier in the week and with some re-measuring, tweeked the TB n Missouri bullet play load up to 8grs and figure that's pretty durn close to 100% of case volume and was out back to fire off a couple of test shots. For comparison dropped a Sixshot bullet on Longshot and a Lehigh on data from Max into the cylinder too. Eyes and ears and the range is hot. I noticed something, on my farthest steel, say 40yds, ALL whacked it nicely. No, am not a good shot anymore, saying this gun is very flexible and forgiving. Steel is 9" by about 18" tall. About what the COM on an incoming running bear. I figure if ya want a single-action, critter get off me gun, for 3 figures...this is it. Yeah, this is the gun with the "hitch in it's gitty-up", but the durn thing will slap big bullets into things nicely for me. Penn TH's deep seated on 8 grs of Unique chug thru both sides of new 55gal steel drums. Shotshells, rice loads, everything safe, it shoots. Funny, we've not seen much hoopla for this gun here, a place where big bore SA's and more often short barrels are slathered in love. ?
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kelye
.30 Stingray
www.beltmountain.com
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Post by kelye on Feb 15, 2019 15:58:14 GMT -5
I like mine, the first shots through it were some Speer factory 325 Gr. They were snappy! I've since loaded up some more pleasant loads to practice with this spring. I'm pleased with the fit and function, throats are .478" but very smooth. Fits well in my Barranti holster!
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Post by firedude on Feb 15, 2019 16:37:15 GMT -5
I held off buying a 480 for a long time. Just did not see the need with the 475 Linebaugh shooting both. That said, I finally gave in. The Ruger coming out in 4 5/8's sold me. After reloading and shooting it quite a bit, I am surprised the 480 is not more popular. It is a great round. Really kind of a sweet spot for big bores. I think it can just about do it all.
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rug480
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Post by rug480 on Feb 15, 2019 17:10:33 GMT -5
480 was my introduction to the 45+ calibers, obviously fell in love with it. Would love to see lots more factory offerings at lower prices matching the 44’s popularity. Maybe in another 20yrs but doubt it. Perhaps the SBH models were too little too late, eclipsed by the bfrs for a few hundred more and now in both of the venerable Linebaughs.
Won’t stop me though, Ruger bisleys still get the crown for aesthetics in my book. After I scratch my X frame itch I’ll be on the hunt for the 4 5/8 480. Hope Ruger keeps cranking them out. That said, a vaquero would be fun too!
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nicholst55
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Post by nicholst55 on Feb 15, 2019 18:32:33 GMT -5
I bought the 6.5" when they came out for use in states that require a 6" or longer barrel for hunting. I personally don't find the shorter barrel that appealing in this cartridge, but that may change in time. Also, I don't own a .475, but I'm honestly wondering what the .475 can REALLY do that the .480 can't. The velocity gains with the .475 seem rather modest.
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Post by coldtriggerfinger on Feb 16, 2019 1:34:52 GMT -5
SOOO many guns soooo little time. Yes, I would Really like one. A 4+" barreled 480 is my idea of a close range( read , point blank) bear repellent. With something like a 340-380 gr bullet @ 1200 fps . My idea tho is a SRH with a chopped barrel. And improved trigger. #2 option is a 4.2" 45 Colt Redhawk.
I came to this conclusion when clearing a mobile home that a grizzly had been in and I did not know if it was still in residence . However, a 4 5/8" SBH with a red dot/ Fast Fire type sight would be pretty hard to beat.
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Post by budman5 on Feb 16, 2019 17:41:36 GMT -5
I bought the 6 1/2 when it came out , but it was just a tad bit too long for comfort while rafting here in AK. My 4 5/8 came in just a few days ago and it will be on my hip this summer floating the John river. I have a very comfortable 400 gr load that is the ticket for power vs recoil. this will be great bear medicine.
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Post by ldmay375 on Feb 16, 2019 23:39:36 GMT -5
I think the 480 Bisley 4-5/8" is the near perfect packing / companion revolver. Reasonable size and ample power. I like the 6.5" version also. And that would be my choice if strictly hunting with a hand gun. For a companion revolver while doing other things, I like the 4-5/8". I bought the 6.5" with the intention of having the ejector etc and barrel cut to 5". But, twhen I heard of the 4-5/8" coming, I shelved that idea. I have both now, though have not got around to shooting them. I do have a Freedom Arms 475 with 4-3/4" barrel that I like very much.
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Post by bula on Feb 17, 2019 9:38:33 GMT -5
As I've said, I've both. Between the two am guessing 2000 plus rounds thru them. When I have a load to test I just naturally seem to grab the Shorty. I have a cross-draw holster from Doc for it. When the gang here goes out to shoot here in a bit I'll likely have it belted on. The nephew-n-law and one of the great nieces will come out to shoot. He brought a carry gun to shoot, the niece will warm up with a Daisy Red Rhyder then move to a 10/22 or some such.
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Post by budman5 on Mar 9, 2019 15:39:46 GMT -5
Added photo
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Post by bula on Mar 9, 2019 18:00:22 GMT -5
Thank you.
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