awp101
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Post by awp101 on Aug 14, 2019 8:46:06 GMT -5
I'm looking for a nice .357 BH to tweak a little bit for my own tastes. New grips, SBH hammer, maybe a Fermin Front Sight™. I keep looking at the Type 2 transition .357 BH weaselmeatgravy has over on RF. It's clean and in good condition so I'd be ahead of the game if I wanted to go deeper with the changes. I'm not a collector so I really don't know if it should be messed with or left alone. The grips would be an easy, non-permanent fix as would the SBH hammer swap (assuming I can find an OM hammer and it doesn't run a small fortune). What are the thoughts on permanent changes like the front sight or having the frame CCH? |
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Post by magnumwheelman on Aug 14, 2019 8:53:55 GMT -5
Just the fact that they are talking about it being collectable, & the $750.00 price tag would deter me from using it as a base for a project... if you're thinking case color on the frame, I'd look for one in less favorable cosmetic condition, for less money to make the cost of the project less...
I did use a new unfired 32 H&R Single Six Bisley for a project, but that was bought for closer to $450.00 & was already centerfire & a Bisley, which reduced the custom work required...
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Post by bullseye on Aug 14, 2019 9:01:37 GMT -5
I'd keep looking & find another for your purpose...There's LOTS of shooter grade OM Flattops out there for $150-200 less than Bob's asking for that one anyway.
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awp101
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Post by awp101 on Aug 14, 2019 9:17:51 GMT -5
Thanks! I was kind of leaning towards don't mess with it but I also know low production numbers don't automatically equal "leave it unmolested forevermore".
I've been looking at some others that aren't as nice but might give me more flexibility for making changes.
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Post by Frank V on Aug 19, 2019 20:28:11 GMT -5
I'm pretty reluctant to alter an original Ruger flat top. I think I'd find one currently being made to customize.
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Post by zeus on Aug 19, 2019 22:07:11 GMT -5
If you’re just looking for an OM 357, shoot me a PM. I know where a 6.5” version in good shape is for cheap  |
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Post by contender on Aug 19, 2019 22:34:23 GMT -5
I agree with the folks saying; "leave it as is & look for a different gun." The early guns like that, and especially any transition guns are often sought after by folks building a collection. There are many other "shooter grade" guns that make better project guns, AND usually cost less.
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Post by kings6 on Aug 19, 2019 23:20:59 GMT -5
For heavens sake don't take an early flat top and make it into a custom! Wait a minute, to quote "Steve Erkle" - "Did I say that?"   |
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Post by awp101 on Aug 20, 2019 13:18:56 GMT -5
For heavens sake don't take an early flat top and make it into a custom! Wait a minute, to quote "Steve Erkle" - "Did I say that?" Yes you did. Out loud even. Just not sure you kept a straight face...  zeus I'm not dead set on it being an OM, just a flat top. After posting I ran across a listing for a 50th Anniversary model which I'd forgotten about. That feels like a better choice, especially if I can get a 4 5/8" version instead of cutting a longer barrel down to ~5". I want need to pick up a another piece of bottom feeding soulless murder plastic or two because politics before following this path. |
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