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Post by leftysixgun on Oct 10, 2022 21:01:44 GMT -5
Im not fan of the 454 but I am a big fan of the 45 colt and Im pretty vested in the cartridge. For those who have the 454 Alaskan, have you noticed any accuracy issue using 45 colt loads in the longer 454 chamber? Im interested in buying an Alaskan hopefully soon.
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Post by tj3006 on Oct 10, 2022 21:27:46 GMT -5
Why not just load down the .454 ? I Have a Garry Reeder custom Blackhawk, And I have go Pretty darn warm, But have not even approached full .454 loads. And I don't expect I ever will ! ...tj
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Post by x101airborne on Oct 10, 2022 21:35:56 GMT -5
Its always a gamble. Some notice no accuracy difference, others swear the Earth turns differently when they use the shorter cartridge. Only you and your weapon can tell you. I own 8 45 Colts and one 454. I loaded two full house 454 cartridges. I fired one then colored the other in red Sharpie and put it on my display case. Good thing is now my 44 Magnums seem like house cats.
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Post by leftysixgun on Oct 11, 2022 11:17:31 GMT -5
Whats size do the cylinder throats typically run? Hopefully not small like a typical 45 colt.
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Post by edk on Oct 13, 2022 17:49:46 GMT -5
Be careful what you wish for. Tight throats can be opened up. Alaskan throats typically run one or two thousandths larger than ideal and there is nothing you can do about that.
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Post by leftysixgun on Oct 13, 2022 18:03:52 GMT -5
Be careful what you wish for. Tight throats can be opened up. Alaskan throats typically run one or two thousandths larger than ideal and there is nothing you can do about that. So are you talking .454”-ish?? If so, that sounds like a lawyer throat diameter.
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Post by edk on Oct 13, 2022 19:56:30 GMT -5
Yes, and you don’t need to take my word for it. If you search this forum, you will find members with Ruger SRH SRH/Alaskan and SBH revolvers chambered in 454 Casull with 0.454”(and up!) throats.
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Post by leftysixgun on Oct 13, 2022 20:21:48 GMT -5
Yes, and you don’t need to take my word for it. If you search this forum, you will find members with Ruger SRH SRH/Alaskan and SBH revolvers chambered in 454 Casull with 0.454”(and up!) throats. Well thats a turn off! But thanks for the info.
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Post by leftysixgun on Oct 13, 2022 20:23:08 GMT -5
Then again that just means all I have to do is lube my cast bullets and be done with them, lol
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Post by matt56 on Oct 14, 2022 6:02:53 GMT -5
No experience on the Alaskan but my SBH 454 has large throats, I use .454” bullets in it. This actually works out for me though because I can size down my 45-70 cast bullets to use in it
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Post by 45MAN on Oct 14, 2022 6:19:13 GMT -5
45 COLTS AND LARGE THROATS ARE USUALLY A TURN OFF TO ME, I CAN TAKE THE 454 ALASKAN OFF MY "MAYBE" LIST.
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Post by Odin on Oct 14, 2022 9:54:44 GMT -5
My SRH had unevenly large throats, the biggest at .4565, which I believe is the largest to make the cut at Ruger. Sold that gun off as I didn't need a gun that ran "special" bullets. Still don't.
Good to know the issue exists in the Alaskan as well. Always thought they looked fun and handy (with reduced loads at least). I'm probably better served with a stubby barrelled flattop or Vaquero for such a gun anyway...
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Post by Alaskan454 on Oct 16, 2022 5:56:38 GMT -5
I've owned three Alaskan models. I bought a 44 mag and wanted to upgrade to a .45, the 454 was a fun gun but had a .453 barrel and .455 throats. It need .454 cast to shoot well or the heavy duty jacketed stuff. Ended up selling it to buy another 44 magnum, had that rechambered to .45 Colt and a 4" Anaconda barrel installed. Couldn't be happier.
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Post by StanleyWhite on Oct 17, 2022 11:50:41 GMT -5
My 454 SRH has large throats, but it is still more accurate than I am, especially with its short barrel.
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