|
|
Post by bullseye on Feb 6, 2023 19:13:07 GMT -5
|
|
|
|
Post by squawberryman on Feb 6, 2023 19:51:50 GMT -5
Can someone explain that cylinder trough I mean notch to me?
|
|
|
|
Post by potatojudge on Feb 6, 2023 20:41:24 GMT -5
Either to cover for wide variances in timing (bolt rise) or to smooth out the cylinder rotation as the bolt drags on the cylinder. Not without historical precedent, but odd to see on that gun.
|
|
|
|
Post by kevshell on Feb 7, 2023 18:55:40 GMT -5
I am curious as to the strength of the revolver. If we consider the N frame on one end of the spectrum and a Redhawk on the other end I would be curious where this anaconda sits in terms of the durability with full house loads.
|
|
|
|
Post by bradshaw on Feb 7, 2023 22:18:48 GMT -5
I am curious as to the strength of the revolver. If we consider the N frame on one end of the spectrum and a Redhawk on the other end I would be curious where this anaconda sits in terms of the durability with full house loads. ***** Wish the Anaconda was around to participate in silhouette’s early revolver battles. Saturation testing in competition beats any individual endeavor, benefitted by an audience of witnesses. Of the Anaconda cylinder is reflective of Python cylinder strength, it should withstand volumes of magnum fire. I suspect the durability caper comes down to frame & lockwork. The Anaconda has a long row to hoe to match firing line performance of a PROPERLY made M-29. Providing Anaconda homework is done, from engineering through manufacture to assembly, the sixgun should outlast all but the most ammo-hungry shooter. Time on the Firing Line will tell. Until proven otherwise, expect Bill Ruger’s Redhawk and Super Redhawk to continue as the Mt. Everest of double action revolvers. Smith & Wesson, Colt, and Ruger each has endeavored to eliminate the need for skilled labor in assembly. Although Colt revolver productions low compared to S&W and Ruger, Colt seems to have produced more models specifically designed to zero out hand fitting. If just one part requires hand fitting, to fit that part requires skill. To fit several parts in coordination requires a much more skill. Dan Wesson Arms set the benchmark for double action accuracy in long range competition. Mass of the big frame Dan combined with a friendly recoil profile, tunable single action, and fast lock time to access intrinsic accuracy. Ad to that, the big frame Dan Wesson is tough. The Colt Python and DWA M-44 & M-40 proved with their designs a clean, light single action tune is possible----while maintaining DA reset. The Super Redhawk comes right behind. We have benchmarks by which to measure the Colt Anaconda. David Bradshaw |
|
edk
.375 Atomic
Posts: 1,108
|
Post by edk on Feb 7, 2023 22:26:50 GMT -5
I am curious as to the strength of the revolver. If we consider the N frame on one end of the spectrum and a Redhawk on the other end I would be curious where this anaconda sits in terms of the durability with full house loads. You'll find the Anaconda listed among revolvers capable of firing Ruger-only 45 Colt loads in some reloading manuals. There are no N-frames on the list. |
|
|
|
Post by kevshell on Feb 8, 2023 4:05:43 GMT -5
Thank you for the response Bradshaw. I appreciate it. And EDK, I actually forgot about that.
|
|
wheelnut
.30 Stingray
Posts: 124
Member is Online
|
Post by wheelnut on Feb 9, 2023 3:08:31 GMT -5
With a cylinder length of 1.909 inches and generally larger frame size in critical areas vs. a smith, it at least looks like the Anaconda has the ingredients for a durable gun. It shoots the 340gr Rim Rock bullets very well and generally likes 300gr+ pills
|
|
aware
.240 Incinerator
Posts: 73
|
Post by aware on Feb 9, 2023 20:30:35 GMT -5
I hope they reintroduce this in .45 Colt. Missed out on one in the 90's.
|
|
|
|
Post by tentcamper on Mar 19, 2023 9:13:47 GMT -5
With a cylinder length of 1.909 inches and generally larger frame size in critical areas vs. a smith, it at least looks like the Anaconda has the ingredients for a durable gun. It shoots the 340gr Rim Rock bullets very well and generally likes 300gr+ pills I believe I read something very similar in a recent Shooting Times article. I suppose 240 grain being a standard load, when we get to the 300 grain plus it’s a function of repetition or high volume with ridiculous high powered loads which probably most people won’t ever do and if they do there’s no way to measure that volume. Chances are a high volume +P 44 mag enthusiast will probably be using a Ruger. The Colt Anaconda is some thing I’m quite interested in learning more about and can’t wait to get my hands on one. Since I turned 21 several decades ago my fascination has been with 44 magnum revolvers and along the way I have acquired thousands of rounds of factory loads which I figure I need to start shooting more of these days. Even though I reload I don’t have to reload 44 magnum for years. Once upon a time when ammunition was affordable I hoarded quite a bit of it and interestingly only in this caliber. I have Ruger 44 magnums but want to add a Smith and a Colt and probably a BFR for just for giggles. Most of the ammo will be 240 grain but some of it is 300 grain size and I love those big heavy thumpers. This should be fun.  I guess time will tell me what I need to know about “heavy for caliber” loads out of the Colt and Smith. |
|
aciera
.375 Atomic
Posts: 2,098
|
Post by aciera on Mar 19, 2023 10:23:12 GMT -5
And Colt is owned by CZ/DW?
|
|
|
|
Post by Encore64 on Mar 19, 2023 10:24:54 GMT -5
And Colt is owned by CZ/DW? Well, Dan Wesson and Colt are both owned by CZ... |
|
|
|
Post by pacecars on Mar 19, 2023 11:00:12 GMT -5
I suppose you could have JRH rebore it to .45 Colt. Would it support the .454 Casull?
|
|
|
|
Post by Encore64 on Mar 19, 2023 11:19:44 GMT -5
The Anaconda is brute strong. But, I believe the 454 Casull is far more than the platform could handle...
|
|
aciera
.375 Atomic
Posts: 2,098
|
Post by aciera on Mar 19, 2023 11:30:27 GMT -5
And Colt is owned by CZ/DW? Well, Dan Wesson and Colt are both owned by CZ... I know. I wonder if there is much crosstalk A buddy has the Dan Wesson prototype on his desk……they didn’t seem to go to colt to learn revolvers……. |
|
