alinct
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Post by alinct on Jun 14, 2010 13:48:29 GMT -5
Hi there, just got myself a USFA Rodeo in .44 special this weekend. Was looking at two other rodeo's in .38, both looked unfired, and then happened to see the .44. Checked it out and it was mint and the man behind the counter said that he didn't think the prior owner fired it at all. Price was well under $500. Shot home to bring in a CZ 75 for trade and walked out a happy customer. The only downside is no stores around had any .44 special ammo. Looks like I'll have to get my press going.
I've been looking to get a USFA Rodeo for years since I heard they are great guns and they are made in the city of my birth, but never had the chance.
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coyote
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Post by coyote on Jun 14, 2010 13:59:11 GMT -5
you got a real steal. nice find. enjoy!
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ewayte
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Post by ewayte on Jun 14, 2010 14:12:18 GMT -5
Nothing like trading a bottom feeder for a "real" gun! Welcome to the Cult of the .44 Special!
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cubrock
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Post by cubrock on Jun 14, 2010 15:34:25 GMT -5
Yeah, boy. I like CZ-75s, but a .44 Special Rodeo for under $500 is a deal. You will like it!
Welcome!
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Post by jdpress on Jun 14, 2010 17:06:23 GMT -5
Alinct:
Congratulations on the new Rodeo, the rare but great caliber and the super price!! You are off to an excellent start in the USFA world. As time goes on and you use the revolver more you will really appreciate the quality of this hand gun.
Welcome to this forum; it is one of the best with outstanding members and a wealth of knowledge - It is very nice to have you on-board.
J.D. Press
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razor
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Post by razor on Jun 14, 2010 21:34:02 GMT -5
Hope to pick up a 45 Rodeo tomorrow. Hope they are as good as everybody says. Alinct, welcome to the forum, and keep us posted on the rodeo.
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Post by vonfatman on Jun 14, 2010 23:42:06 GMT -5
Welcome. Great new gun. I'd have done the same thing!! However:  Bob |
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Post by tas6691 on Jun 15, 2010 6:58:37 GMT -5
Man what a great find!! I have several USFA's, 2 in 44 special....prepare to be hooked! Your going to love that gun.
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johnm
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Post by johnm on Jun 15, 2010 8:06:08 GMT -5
Been hooked on USFA and the value of Rodeos,since I first picked one up at my gunsmith's counter and felt how crisp and solid was the action.
A friend from Jim Taylor's old sixshooter board and I, ordered them pronto. Low three digit "B" serial numbers. He's a life long Colt expert and presently moderates a board. So, when we got together, did some shooting, there was a least one informed opinion present. First rate.
Still have mine, well worn, that lives in a holster. I have no doubt that you will find that .44 to be a keeper, and that you will eventually find that just one USFA is not enough. I recommend the 'Storekeeper's" shorty model as an engaging second gun. After that, a long-bbl'd plate-banger would be fun.
Stoke that baby up, and shoot away.
PS: USFA has a forum on their website,that is sorta slow moving. But y'r impressions of the gun would be welcome there.
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coyote
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Post by coyote on Jun 15, 2010 9:05:23 GMT -5
...... I recommend the 'Storekeeper's" shorty model as an engaging second gun...... thnx johnm for giving me yet another reason to show a photo of my USFA Storekeeper:  PS: here's that link to USFA's forum: forum.usfirearms.com/forum.asp?FORUM_ID=1. |
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Post by Boge Quinn on Jun 15, 2010 9:22:13 GMT -5
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alinct
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Post by alinct on Jun 15, 2010 9:51:14 GMT -5
Thanks everyone for the welcome. I'll ask my wife to take some pictures of it since she's the best one with the camera.
Thank you for the USFA board link. I signed up and will post soon.
I guess I'm at a point where I want quality of shooting, not so much quantity.
I have a Hornady reloading press that my wife gifted to me for Christmas a while back, but have not gotten around to using it. Is the .44 special a difficult caliber for a beginner to learn?
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Post by joeg0812 on Jun 15, 2010 10:33:00 GMT -5
No more than any other caliber. One of the most important parts in reloading is reading. Read about how to do it, get more than one reloading book, always be careful, and don't try to overdue with that round. It is a great caliber/round and fun to shoot. If you have questions don't be afraid to ask people, then read some more to check what they told you. BTW, very jealous of your find.  |
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