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Post by jeffh on Aug 5, 2021 11:00:34 GMT -5
Cannot argue against the quality and value of such a report.
Thank you for making the effort to share with others, as it's all exceedingly useful, experience-based information. Validates some of my assumptions, for certain.
I had a chance a few years back to snag a brand new M21 pretty cheap, but I let vanity prevail and I'm not really a vain person (I don't think), but this one had the big, gold splotch on the side of it and I just couldn't do it. Wish I had. If nothing else, I could have spray-painted it and had a very useful gun. I've had a M24 and M25, bot four-inch and both lovely guns, but I didn't have the sense to realize that I could ditch the over-sized grips and put something on them that FIT me.
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Post by Burnston on Aug 5, 2021 12:25:13 GMT -5
I had a chance a few years back to snag a brand new M21 pretty cheap, but I let vanity prevail and I'm not really a vain person (I don't think), but this one had the big, gold splotch on the side of it and I just couldn't do it. I wouldn't call that vanity. I've always saved my money holding out for exactly what I want, instead of spending it all on 3/4 of what I want. I understand your mindset. Lucky, this one isn't a Thunder Ranch model. One thing I did not mention about the 25 and 29 that I should have; the adjustable sights can be a potential issue. Though never an outright problem in my experience, I have snagged them in enough jacket linings and lariats, and taken enough falls/hits to know that they very well could cause problems, though, admittedly, I've never broken or dislodged them. Side note, and unrelated to the above comment- I was privately informed that if a 1911 can stand the rigors of trench and island warfare, not to mention the waists of hundreds of law enforcement officers and soldiers, it can stand ranch work. True words indeed. My personal experience with the pistol in this particular context simply proved too much trouble, containing too many variables, especially given that other, more proven pistols were at my disposal. Also, while I certainly understand the common sense of cocked-and-locked for law enforcement and soldiers, it is not very prudent for what we do here. It is a wonderful, time proven pistol, with functions more suited to its intricacies than ranch work.
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Post by weiler on Aug 5, 2021 13:23:08 GMT -5
I carried a 1911 plenty around the farm, it was “handy” compared to a 7 1/2 Super Blackhawk, did fine for barn chores (thankfully no angry bulls). I found my self preferring a good revolver most of the time though.
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Post by jeffh on Aug 5, 2021 14:27:53 GMT -5
I had a chance a few years back to snag a brand new M21 pretty cheap, but I let vanity prevail and I'm not really a vain person (I don't think), but this one had the big, gold splotch on the side of it and I just couldn't do it. I wouldn't call that vanity. I've always saved my money holding out for exactly what I want, instead of spending it all on 3/4 of what I want. I understand your mindset. Lucky, this one isn't a Thunder Ranch model. That's just beautiful.
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Post by Fowler on Aug 5, 2021 17:53:40 GMT -5
See the fun isn't finding what is the Perfect Packing Pistol but the search for it. The gun that is just there when you need it, that is sufficiently powerful for the task at hand, that you can just throw up and hit with, be completely confident with. Inevitably they will be well worn, have scratches and gouges in them, might be a touch loose, the bluing will have some shiny spots on them, but they will be well cared for work horses probably married to 1 specific load that you know just exactly where it hits near to far. Isn't it a fantastic thing that you found one that just really works for you in that M21? You will keep looking for a better option but you know you have that work horse to fall back on and there are no flies on it. If you succeed in finding a better gun for you great, but the real fun is the search.
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Post by bushog on Aug 5, 2021 19:46:49 GMT -5
See the fun isn't finding what is the Perfect Packing Pistol but the search for it. The gun that is just there when you need it, that is sufficiently powerful for the task at hand, that you can just throw up and hit with, be completely confident with. Inevitably they will be well worn, have scratches and gouges in them, might be a touch loose, the bluing will have some shiny spots on them, but they will be well cared for work horses probably married to 1 specific load that you know just exactly where it hits near to far. Isn't it a fantastic thing that you found one that just really works for you in that M21? You will keep looking for a better option but you know you have that work horse to fall back on and there are no flies on it. If you succeed in finding a better gun for you great, but the real fun is the search. Yup…
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Post by bushog on Aug 5, 2021 19:53:47 GMT -5
Love this write-up too. Thanks….
Up to you as to whether or not to sell the others but if I had come to a solid conclusion like this Id be looking for another…
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Post by bigbrowndog on Aug 5, 2021 21:30:10 GMT -5
I have several I carry as well, between a 3” 357 SW13 to my avatar gun 4” 500L. The vast majority of the time it’s a wheelie, occasionally it’s an auto, 10mm, 45acp, or 38Super. Most of the time it’s whatever I’m in the mood for that day, all ride in very comfortable leather. To my thinking, the holster makes a big difference in whether it comfortable to wear all day doing ranch chores more than the weight of the gun.
Trapr
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Post by boolitdesigner on Aug 5, 2021 21:41:21 GMT -5
I was privately informed that if a 1911 can stand the rigors of trench and island warfare, not to mention the waists of hundreds of law enforcement officers and soldiers, it can stand ranch work. True words indeed. My personal experience with the pistol in this particular context simply proved too much trouble, containing too many variables, especially given that other, more proven pistols were at my disposal. Also, while I certainly understand the common sense of cocked-and-locked for law enforcement and soldiers, it is not very prudent for what we do here. It is a wonderful, time proven pistol, with functions more suited to its intricacies than ranch work. I wouldn't classify a 1911 as intricate...... though bullet proof does come to mind. When I was a lot younger, while woodsbumming, a 1911 lived in my back pocket or a small of the back homemade holster, no strap with the rough in........ it never came out unless I pulled it out. As for fragility, a double action can fail you and the single action is pretty good at working until something breaks or seizes. If you carry with the top of the gun exposed in rough areas, it can fail. While not as handy, a flap holster keeps them all in excellent condition. If you're attentive, all of them work fine unless they get in the way. The only handgun I've never had trouble with in the brush is the 1911.
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Post by bula on Aug 6, 2021 7:26:41 GMT -5
Surely like the write up ! No cattle here, but rural and camp in the Allegheny Forest more so. You may want to try a mid-framed Ruger 44spec S.A..
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Post by Burnston on Aug 6, 2021 13:46:27 GMT -5
All phenomenal guns. Thank you for sharing. The giraffe bone grips are fantastic. Mike from MD Grips is a great guy to deal with, and will work until you’re completely satisfied.
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Post by rangersedge on Aug 8, 2021 21:10:36 GMT -5
To my way of thinking, what makes a gun special isn't who crafted it or how "valuable" it is on the market; but how it performs for you. That one is obviously special.
Those are the ones that really merit the special treatments such as NP3+ coating and etc.; but then i think that honest wear really adds to a tool's character.
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Post by bigmuddy on Aug 13, 2021 8:21:21 GMT -5
Really enjoyed this post. I too have gone through several trials with different guns looking for “the one”. I’ve found at least a half dozen that can fill the needs and check most of the boxes. When you add in saddle time it’s not only the gun to consider but also the method of carry. No matter how good your mount there’s always the chance for some rodeo action.
I still occasionally mix in a few different handguns just for a little variety, but “the one” for me is a 4 3/4” USFA 45 Colt. Sufficient power for anything I come across, fixed sights that are spot on for my loads, and nearly unbreakable reliability make it the right choice for me. Easy to pack in several different holster models rounds out my choice.
Dan
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Post by x101airborne on Aug 13, 2021 15:44:32 GMT -5
Im glad you men can still handle the rodeo action. I havent sat a horse in near 20 years and really dont miss it. Most of my work is done on foot or tractor so there isn't much need for a horse in my country. I have my cattle rounded up by professional cowboys (who are tougher than barbed wire and I just call them Sir); I just oversee the selection of cattle for sale and maintain the ranch.
Oh honestly, going pig hunting at night on horseback would still be fun. I just dont have time to train and maintain a horse and probably am too stupid to figure out how not to ruin a good animal. I shall leave those things in the hands of professionals and watch from my post.
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Post by dobegrant on Aug 13, 2021 20:12:33 GMT -5
Great write up and the 25-9 4” is a favorite of mine as well
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