svo44
.240 Incinerator
on a journey
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Post by svo44 on Nov 29, 2019 11:11:34 GMT -5
I am curious how those of you in the know would set a new 41 magnum. At this point i am leaning towards a Freedom Arms 83. Up to now my barrel lengths have been in the 4-5" range. I have a 97 in 45 colt and 44 special and so want to see how the 83 feels and works for me.
Appreciate any help and suggestions you guys have for me.
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Post by magman on Nov 29, 2019 11:30:51 GMT -5
If going with optic or scope-7.5".
If going with irons-6".
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Post by potatojudge on Nov 29, 2019 11:31:52 GMT -5
If it's for hunting, 6 inches with an across the chest holster is a good rig. You can chase velocity in a longer barrel, but I think you'll find the 41 kills the same out of a 4 inch barrel as a 10 inch one.
Optics or irons? For my part, I have lesser guns that'll shoot better than I can with irons. FAs get optics, especially since I use them for hunting.
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svo44
.240 Incinerator
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Post by svo44 on Nov 29, 2019 12:14:34 GMT -5
What sight options would you consider if going with iron sights.
Would you consider over travel screw?
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Post by taffin on Nov 29, 2019 13:06:25 GMT -5
I am curious how those of you in the know would set a new 41 magnum. At this point i am leaning towards a Freedom Arms 83. Up to now my barrel lengths have been in the 4-5" range. I have a 97 in 45 colt and 44 special and so want to see how the 83 feels and works for me. Appreciate any help and suggestions you guys have for me. 10" WITH SCOPE--MOST ACCURATE SIXGUN I HAVE EVER FIRED |
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Post by taffin on Nov 29, 2019 13:07:32 GMT -5
What sight options would you consider if going with iron sights. Would you consider over travel screw? I WOULD NEVER PUT AN OVERTRAVEL SCREW ON ANY SIXGUN OR SEMI-AUTO USED FOR SERIOUS PURPOSES. |
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Post by sixshot on Nov 29, 2019 13:14:14 GMT -5
That last one is a pretty good endorsement, coming from a man who's probably shot a railroad car full of bullets! This spring a couple of friend were visiting & shooting Rock Chucks & they stopped by Freedom Arms (45 minutes away) & one of them ask what was the top selling caliber at the time & was told, 41 magnum!
Dick
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Post by markhampton on Nov 29, 2019 16:06:57 GMT -5
svo44, You cannot go wrong with a FA Model 83 in .41 Mag. for hunting purposes. I'm not sure of your intended purpose for the gun? I went thru the same thought process before getting one -- with hunting the only application in mind. With the accuracy of the FA, scoped was the only choice for me. I chose the 10 inch and if I had to do all over again, I'd go with 10 inches. Yes, lighter guns are more enjoyable to carry. For me, heavier guns are easier to shoot accurately. Best of luck whatever you decide.
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jt
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Post by jt on Nov 30, 2019 1:41:04 GMT -5
I don't know how the 83 compares for feel to the 97, but I have a 97 in 44spl with a 5.5" pipe and if I had the money burning holes in my pocket I guarantee a 41mag with a 4,1/4 would be ordered immediately... strictly for it's packability --- and yes in another 97
Shorty like that would be the "ultimate" bush packer in my opinion. I find I shoot 4 - 4,3/4" barrels just as well as longer ones at the distances I shoot, so I choose the packability route
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Post by rjm52 on Nov 30, 2019 8:40:25 GMT -5
I have an early 654 which is now the 83 in .41 Magnum. Has a 6" barrel, black Micarta grips with a square butt...about as good an all-around gun as one can get. It also has been to Mag-Na-Port. Even with the heaviest loads one can get into a .41 recoil is mild... Can't access my pictures right now but it has the standard square notch rear but the front blade is a semi-Patridge made by David Clements that has two long range hold over bars. Have shot the gun out to 780 yards and it is accurate all the way out. Have a Simply Rugged holster for it that carries the gun very comfortably either strong side or cross-draw. I have yet to get a set of Chesty Puller straps for it but will one of these days as I have this holster for several different guns. Load wise this gun has only seen heavy for the caliber cast bullets. 250 Accurate 41-250L, 255 Cast Performance, 265 TrueShot and a 300 from a Mountain Mold. All have been with H110 powder. Velocities run from Mid-1200s with the 300 to 1450 with the 250s... Hunting wise I could do anything I need to get done with this gun...open sight or scoped.. Bob ps...this is what I have except this one has tan instead of black grips.. www.gunsinternational.com/guns-for-sale-online/revolvers/freedom-arms-revolvers/freedom-arms-model-83-premier-41mag-6-quot-tan-micarta-new-in-box.cfm?gun_id=101243633 |
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cmillard
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Post by cmillard on Nov 30, 2019 10:47:34 GMT -5
10" barrel all the way.
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Post by rjm52 on Nov 30, 2019 16:26:16 GMT -5
Just checked the FA site...they have three 4.75", five 6" and one 10" in stock...
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Post by wheelguns on Nov 30, 2019 16:36:48 GMT -5
A freedom arms 41 mag is pretty high on my list also. I have plenty of other guns that are used for different purposes. When I do get my m83, it will have a 10” barrel and a lovell scope mount. It will be used for those long shots on game.
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KRal
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Post by KRal on Nov 30, 2019 18:54:43 GMT -5
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Post by sixshot on Dec 1, 2019 2:02:57 GMT -5
Very nice looking gun Kim & nice animals taken with it!
rjm52, (Bob) is one of the few eastern six gunners that has a lot of long range shooting under his belt, that 780 yd shooting he mentions isn't just a one weekend type thing, he's done a bunch of it & is very accomplished at it, true story.
Dick
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