gnappi
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Post by gnappi on Apr 26, 2024 4:08:36 GMT -5
3400.00 which seems reasonable enough for a custom build. I'm out of the loop here.... what's "custom" about them? Are they just giving you the grip style and barrel length you want, or is there more to it? I too was thinking that picking from a list of "standard" bolt on stuff doesn't equate to custom but in totality, bigbore's post makes sense.
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StanleyWhite
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Post by StanleyWhite on Apr 26, 2024 4:28:07 GMT -5
Ok, can anyone post a side to side pic of the BFR #5 grip and their bisley grip? I didn’t know about the #5. The #5 is refering to the #5 base pin latch. Is the #5 base pin latch still an option? I don't see it anymore on the BFR gunbuilder anymore. -Stan
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Post by reflex264 on Apr 26, 2024 7:55:46 GMT -5
The #5 is refering to the #5 base pin latch. Is the #5 base pin latch still an option? I don't see it anymore on the BFR gunbuilder anymore. -Stan Yes. When you get the the frame selection it gives you the option to go #5. Here you go
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Post by reflex264 on Apr 26, 2024 7:59:41 GMT -5
I'm out of the loop here.... what's "custom" about them? Are they just giving you the grip style and barrel length you want, or is there more to it? I too was thinking that picking from a list of "standard" bolt on stuff doesn't equate to custom but in totality, bigbore's post makes sense. bigbore5 nailed it. In the custom marlet that price is pretty reasonable. They are already using good barrels and good parts. Just more ways to put them together.
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StanleyWhite
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Post by StanleyWhite on Apr 26, 2024 14:44:03 GMT -5
Is the #5 base pin latch still an option? I don't see it anymore on the BFR gunbuilder anymore. -Stan Yes. When you get the the frame selection it gives you the option to go #5. Here you go Thank you! -Stan
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StanleyWhite
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Post by StanleyWhite on Apr 27, 2024 6:21:24 GMT -5
Random follow-up question...
When I looked into a custom BFR last time, the thing that attracted me was the #5 base pin latch.
As I did more research, I was shocked to see that the BFR, according to the website, was around 20oz heavier than a Ruger New Model Blackhawk in the same barrel length.
As such, I ended up going with a New Model Blackhawk with lots of amazing work from Bobby Tyler.
Is this 20oz addition correct?
If so, I assume it was meant to cushion hard-shooting calibers and buying one in 45 Colt to shoot factory-ish loads would be overkill functionally, unless I really just wanted one.
-Stan
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Post by Encore64 on Apr 27, 2024 6:30:32 GMT -5
They are indeed big, heavy guns built for a specific intent.
However, I've yet to see a bad one.
Talk about overkill, my latest is a 357 Magnum. But, with the 1.850" Long Cylinder and thick 17-4 Cylinder Walls, it definitely allows the handloder's exploration of a cartridge's maximum potential...
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StanleyWhite
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Post by StanleyWhite on Apr 27, 2024 6:31:54 GMT -5
They are indeed big, heavy guns built for a specific intent. However, I've yet to see a bad one. Talk about overkill, my latest is a 357 Magnum. But, with the 1.850" Long Cylinder and thick 17-4 Cylinder Walls, it definitely allows the handloder's exploration of a cartridge's maximum potential... Thank you! -Stan
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Post by iwsbull on Apr 27, 2024 7:50:02 GMT -5
Random follow-up question... When I looked into a custom BFR last time, the thing that attracted me was the #5 base pin latch. As I did more research, I was shocked to see that the BFR, according to the website, was around 20oz heavier than a Ruger New Model Blackhawk in the same barrel length. As such, I ended up going with a New Model Blackhawk with lots of amazing work from Bobby Tyler. Is this 20oz addition correct? If so, I assume it was meant to cushion hard-shooting calibers and buying one in 45 Colt to shoot factory-ish loads would be overkill functionally, unless I really just wanted one. -Stan I have a BFR 5” Bisley grip in 500L it weighs 50.95 ounces, I have a Ruger Blackhawk Flattop Bisley 4.75” in 44 special that weighs 43.45 ounces. It is heavier but not too bad and not necessarily a bad thing in a big bore.
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Post by bigbore5 on Apr 27, 2024 17:57:20 GMT -5
That's comparing the 5-shot 30 carbine to the 5-shot 500 Linebaugh. They have the same outside diameter barrel and cylinder. Talk about overkill for a small bore!
In the hand, my 5-1/2" 500L bfr doesn't feel any heavier than my 5-1/2" sbh due to the balance. On the belt, I have never really noticed the difference. I can tell it between the 4-5/8" 45 with the aluminum RW gripframe, but it's not enough to worry about for me.
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Post by Encore64 on Apr 27, 2024 18:11:33 GMT -5
Ok, so I know some will consider this blasphemy. But, does the #5 Base Pin Latch accomplish anything or is it just a novelty item to honor history of the original gun?
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Post by RDW on Apr 27, 2024 18:14:49 GMT -5
They are indeed big, heavy guns built for a specific intent. However, I've yet to see a bad one. Talk about overkill, my latest is a 357 Magnum. But, with the 1.850" Long Cylinder and thick 17-4 Cylinder Walls, it definitely allows the handloder's exploration of a cartridge's maximum potential... And may i finish the sentence sir. Quote::::: Talk about overkill, my latest is a 357 Magnum. But, with the 1.850" Long Cylinder and thick 17-4 Cylinder Walls, it definitely allows the handloder's exploration of a cartridge's maximum potential...----- Without the worry of my wife opening my ketchup bottles for the rest of my life because of a mistake! Unqoute::::: These revolvers are well over built for a very good reason.
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Post by bigbore5 on Apr 27, 2024 18:31:26 GMT -5
Ok, so I know some will consider this blasphemy. But, does the #5 Base Pin Latch accomplish anything or is it just a novelty item to honor history of the original gun? It positively locks the base pin in under heavy recoil, yet still allows easy base pin removal without tools in the field. It's really ingenious and practical. The only draw back is the time it takes to fit in a gun adds expense. The extra machine and fitting time is the only reason I believe it is not that common. The set screw through the base pin that's more common is not without it's own problems the #5 latch eliminates. Set screws will come loose. That's why I wish standard bfr's also had a button like a Ruger. An over tightened set screw will deflect the base pin. They also strip out. They wear more if removed for cleaning in a gun that is shot alot. They get lost. Etc..
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Post by boxhead on Apr 27, 2024 18:38:41 GMT -5
A number of years ago I had to go to Alan Harton to get the custom BFR I wanted.
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Post by reflex264 on Apr 29, 2024 8:11:58 GMT -5
They are indeed big, heavy guns built for a specific intent. However, I've yet to see a bad one. Talk about overkill, my latest is a 357 Magnum. But, with the 1.850" Long Cylinder and thick 17-4 Cylinder Walls, it definitely allows the handloder's exploration of a cartridge's maximum potential... And may i finish the sentence sir. Quote::::: Talk about overkill, my latest is a 357 Magnum. But, with the 1.850" Long Cylinder and thick 17-4 Cylinder Walls, it definitely allows the handloder's exploration of a cartridge's maximum potential...----- Without the worry of my wife opening my ketchup bottles for the rest of my life because of a mistake! Unqoute::::: These revolvers are well over built for a very good reason. Well said
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