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Post by babills on Jan 12, 2022 17:43:11 GMT -5
I've been hunting my whole life and decided it's time for another challenge. I started researching and decided that the Ruger super blackhawk hunter in 44 magnum seemed like the ticket. I found a used one about an hour away for an average price. 950 with extra hogue grip and Leupold 2x scope. It was made in 2016 and has less than 100 rds through it. Can't wait to shoot it. What accessories might i need for handgun hunting besides rest and a holster? Thanks for letting me join the forum.
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Post by rickiesrevenge on Jan 12, 2022 17:44:52 GMT -5
Ammo for lots of practice would probably be your best bang for the buck
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Post by taffin on Jan 12, 2022 17:48:15 GMT -5
You can't carry a rest with you when hunting although it helps to have trees to rest against and/or a good sturdy backpack to use for a rest. Also consider shooting sticks and practice, practice, practice with them.
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Post by potatojudge on Jan 12, 2022 17:53:43 GMT -5
Sounds like a good deal on a great hunting rig. Depending on your needs, you could swap that scope for a 4x or a 2.5-8x variable Leupold. If you plan to hunt with irons as well, you can upgrade the front and rear sights with Bowen and replace the rings with Alaska Arms rings. If you do this, you can use a standard holster and keep the scope on a pouch for when you need it. Of course, test for repeatable zero. alaskaarmsllc.comI build a small ledge into our blinds under the window so I can put a bag over the window sill and another on the ledge. that way the butt of the gun and the frame or barrel is supported for maximum stability. For the 44 mag, the 240 XTP and H110 are the standard hunting load. Of course, factory ammo or lead works well also but the XTP and H110 is an easy, proven combo. If you hunt without muffs when using rifles, you'll definitely need some electronic ones for hunting with pistols. Rangefinder if you might stretch your shots That's pretty much my setup when pistol hunting from a stand, plus all the normal stuff a hunter would carry. For walking hunting, you might find that acquiring a target even at 2x a bit slow. Iron sights have an edge for speed. Oh, and action work. Bradshaw's guide on this site will walk you through all the gun should need to be more shootable. |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 12, 2022 18:12:44 GMT -5
I like to use a Primos three legged trigger stick.
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Post by seminolewind on Jan 12, 2022 18:40:07 GMT -5
Great advice from experienced handgun hunters. I'd add a way to carry spare rounds. Speed strips keep cartridges handy and are easy to pack, and if you want custom grips, several grip makers can fit a beautiful set that fits your hand. And a gun case.
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Post by parallaxbill on Jan 12, 2022 19:53:34 GMT -5
Practice as much as possible with a wide variety of natural rests and whatever shooting stick you choose from various angles and positions. Sitting, kneeling, leaning, standing, supported and unsupported.
Practice!
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Post by 45MAN on Jan 12, 2022 20:17:54 GMT -5
GET A RUGER SINGLE SIX IN 22lr, THAT WAY YOU CAN GET IN A LOT OF PRACTICE TIME/TRIGGER TIME FOR LESS MONEY AND LESS WEAR & TEAR ON THE GUN AND YOU. IT TAKES A LOT OF SHOOTING, ON A REGULAR BASIS, TO BECOME PROFICIENT WITH A REVOLVER, AIN'T LIKE A RIFLE WHERE YOU SIGHT IN THE WEEK BEFORE THE DEER SEASON, YOU NEED TO WORK ON YOUR REVOLVER SKILLS YEAR ROUND.
ON MY RUGER SINGLE ACTIONS I ALWAYS GET A BELT MOUNTAIN No. 5 BASE PIN FOR THEM.
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Post by pleadthe2nd on Jan 12, 2022 20:30:04 GMT -5
The 2x scope is perfect for handgun hunting, in my opinion, especially for a new handgun hunter, if it's the the Leopold fx 2x, I have that one, and it's one of my favorites, however I have switched out my scopes for Ultradot sights, they will fit the rings for the Ruger hunter, you may never take a long gun hunting again though.
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Post by babills on Jan 12, 2022 20:38:52 GMT -5
The 2x scope is perfect for handgun hunting, in my opinion, especially for a new handgun hunter, if it's the the Leopold fx 2x, I have that one, and it's one of my favorites, however I have switched out my scopes for Ultradot sights, they will fit the rings for the Ruger hunter, you may never take a long gun hunting again though. It is the leupold fxll 2x20. Seems real nice and clear. It silver and looks pretty nice. Thought about a ultradot also . We will see hoe it goes |
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Post by parallaxbill on Jan 12, 2022 20:58:33 GMT -5
The 2x scope is perfect for handgun hunting, in my opinion, especially for a new handgun hunter, if it's the the Leopold fx 2x, I have that one, and it's one of my favorites, however I have switched out my scopes for Ultradot sights, they will fit the rings for the Ruger hunter, you may never take a long gun hunting again though. I agree 110% 2x is enough but and I'm also a fan of red dot sights for deer hunting handguns. My last handgun kill was with a T/C Contender in 41 magnum using a Tasco Propoint red dot. |
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Post by parallaxbill on Jan 12, 2022 21:01:29 GMT -5
The 2x scope is perfect for handgun hunting, in my opinion, especially for a new handgun hunter, if it's the the Leopold fx 2x, I have that one, and it's one of my favorites, however I have switched out my scopes for Ultradot sights, they will fit the rings for the Ruger hunter, you may never take a long gun hunting again though. It is the leupold fxll 2x20. Seems real nice and clear. It silver and looks pretty nice. Thought about a ultradot also . We will see hoe it goes That's a great scope. I have one on my Ruger Mk3 Gov't Competition model 22. But it would be excellent for deer as well. |
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Post by pleadthe2nd on Jan 12, 2022 21:24:47 GMT -5
It is a great scope, and good luck finding another one, if you decide to try a red dot, hold onto that scope, you might want to switch back
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Post by drycreek on Jan 12, 2022 21:39:23 GMT -5
You will want a good holster. I prefer a bandolier style and I’ve bought a couple of holsters from Diamond D Outdoors, one of them was for a SBH Hunter in .44 magnum. They make leather ones but I prefer the ballistic nylon holsters. They fit the revolver well and come with a cartridge holder.
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Post by rjm52 on Jan 12, 2022 22:27:24 GMT -5
Welcome...but this place is going to cost ya..just sayin'.... Excellent set up...my last deer kill with a handgun was a 7.5" Redhawk with a 2 power Leupold scope...it is all you need under 100 yards. For ammo would recommend the Buffalo Bore 180 grain JHC with the Sierra bullet. Not much recoil and kills deer in their tracks with a lung or shoulder shot. My load with that bullet was 30 grains of H110 and the deer couldn't get to the ground fast enough. www.buffalobore.com/index.php?l=product_detail&p=244It was also the most accurate load from a Ruger semi-auto carbine I had at the time... Good luck in your new passion... Bob |
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