Colt-Ruger Hybrid 44 Special...
May 31, 2019 16:32:29 GMT -5
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Post by Encore64 on May 31, 2019 16:32:29 GMT -5
I'll start by saying pictures will be added.
I've come by a batch of Colt New Frontier Barrels. All are of the 3rd Generation.
This is important because Colt 3rd Generation Barrels have the same threads as the Ruger Blackhawk.
Now, I'm not the first to do this. John Taffin was very helpful with his vast knowledge of Single Action Revolvers. He has already blazed this trail.
So, I decided to build a series of Colt-Ruger Hybrid Revolvers with Gary Reader's Shop.
Knowing the Ruger Midframe Flattops are closer in size, all will be on this frame.
The first arrived today. It's based on a Ruger Flattop Bisley 44 Special and is a simple conversion.
The new Colt Barrel was installed to replace the factory one. Barrel gap was set at a tight .001". The action was polished creep free, Wolf Springs were used throughout the gun, right down to an extra power base pin latch spring.
All writing was removed from the left side of the frame. Obviously, the serial number was untouched. The barrel came marked by manufacturer, address and caliber. That's the four things required to make the gun 100% legal and safe.
So, we have an extremely strong Ruger Action mated with a sleek, sexy Colt New Frontier Barrel with the distinct New Frontier Front Sight.
Groups have been exceptional and I'll post more about them as I work up favorite loads.
I've come by a batch of Colt New Frontier Barrels. All are of the 3rd Generation.
This is important because Colt 3rd Generation Barrels have the same threads as the Ruger Blackhawk.
Now, I'm not the first to do this. John Taffin was very helpful with his vast knowledge of Single Action Revolvers. He has already blazed this trail.
So, I decided to build a series of Colt-Ruger Hybrid Revolvers with Gary Reader's Shop.
Knowing the Ruger Midframe Flattops are closer in size, all will be on this frame.
The first arrived today. It's based on a Ruger Flattop Bisley 44 Special and is a simple conversion.
The new Colt Barrel was installed to replace the factory one. Barrel gap was set at a tight .001". The action was polished creep free, Wolf Springs were used throughout the gun, right down to an extra power base pin latch spring.
All writing was removed from the left side of the frame. Obviously, the serial number was untouched. The barrel came marked by manufacturer, address and caliber. That's the four things required to make the gun 100% legal and safe.
So, we have an extremely strong Ruger Action mated with a sleek, sexy Colt New Frontier Barrel with the distinct New Frontier Front Sight.
Groups have been exceptional and I'll post more about them as I work up favorite loads.
