[Kahr carrier]

I would say an 8-3/8 S&W 629 .But I havent tried the new S&W 500 Yet.:what: :D

[sm]

I like the blue and wood model 29 myself, 6". Make mine iron sighted please...

[Tom B]

As I only have one big bore (if you don't count 357mag) presently I would say my S&W 45LC Mountain Gun.

[mrstang01]

Right now I'd have to say my new-to-me Lew Horton 624 .44 Special.

Michael

[tlhelmer]

Sig 220 in two-tone with night sights :D

[whiskey]

Ruger Super Blackhawk .44MAG (fixed up)
http://groups.msn.com/_Secure/0TwC4BOcX7LUDBTX4ZXm*mrCtn0NHBvmJJWRQLuqOCQ0gCOeKO7LlnF7uTkpy94RqvnYiJGY4uF35!pbgif*2inmKGrer3dtoM997R4MA*a0ng6j6Z3z7Wg/SBH%20small.jpg?dc=4675407487997348722

[cratz2]

http://photos.imageevent.com/cratz2/guns//SSSpringfield3.jpg

[J Miller]

It's a tie between a $&W 25-5 4", and an Old Model Ruger Blackhawk with a 7.5" barrel.

Both blue, well, what there is left of it. :rolleyes:

[JMLV]

I have quite a few in this caliber. my favorite for std loads is a tossup between my 25-5 8 3/8" S&W and my navy arms schofield.
For the high pressure loads again its a tossup between my custom 45 blackhawk and my bisley vaquero convertable. Of course there are also the 3 vaquero's and then the colt SAA clones, of course the custom bisley bulldog is a fun gun too! I guess I have more like a favorite bigbore caliber than a particular gun:D If its 45 caliber it cool by me!:cool:

[pogo2]

I have a .44 magnum S&W 629 Classic with 5-inch barrel that I like very much. The gun has the excellent trigger you expect from N-frame Smiths, and the 5-inch barrel length is a nice compromise between the somewhat unwieldy 6-inch barrel and the "too short for the caliber" 4-inch barrel.

[JoeHatley]

Tough call... but I'd have to say my PC 625:

http://elwood.pionet.net/~hatley/625pc_l.jpg

At least I can shoot it pretty well, so I guess that makes it my favorite.

Joe

[10-Ring]

Favorite? Well, I really enjoyed shooting the Ruger 454 casull (maybe I'm a wee bi sadistic). But if I were to pick one to own, I'd probably go w/ the 625.

[mtnbkr]

I haven't shot too many big bore handguns. Defining big bore as any caliber larger than 357mag, here is the list:

Taurus Raging Bull 6" bbl 45Colt
S&W Mod 629 8" bbl 44Mag
1911A1 style gun in 45ACP (can't remember the brand)

My fav is the RB. It's just soooo much fun to shoot and accurate as well. Bowling pins are not safe at 100yds. It's a fine big bore plinker. The 629 was just too long. I liked the 1911, but prefer the RB overall.

Chris

[BudthePrez]

Mine would be the S&W 625 with "Saftey Slugs" or 255gr. wadcutters.
Gotta love the name Saftey Slug as in "Honest i just shot him with a Sftey Slug"

[jem375]

SSK Industries T/C in 375JDJ.......this bad boy will take anything in the world.........Raging Bull 454 casull is a close second.......

[BudthePrez]

Mine would be the S&W 625 with "Saftey Slugs" or 255gr. wadcutters.
Gotta love the name Saftey Slug as in "Honest i just shot him with a Sftey Slug"

[genie]

definitely my new ruger srh. i'm can't shoot it very much at one time, but i burst out laughing every time i pull the trigger!

it's like driving a huge muscle car. not terribly discreet or cheap to use, but loads of fun!

[Pappy John]

4&5/8" Vaquero in .44 mag. Perfect for a walk in the woods with full house loads or just plinking with specials.

[3 gun]

My vote goes to the only one I have, S&W 629 Classic.

[Swamp Yankee]

Dan Wesson Model 44
Take care

[Shooter973]

I have to many Big Bore Handguns to narrow it down to just one. I have a lot of 45's and a whole bunch of 44's and I like them all. Well if pushed against a wall I'd have to say that 1 of my favorites is a 1955 Target Model 45acp revolver, love those big bullets in those moon clips. :D

[Stevie-Ray]

Definitely my custom Colt Mark IV

[Brian Williams]

I really like my 5 shot Taurus Tracker w/ 4" barrel in 45 Colt. Nice light weight gun with a huge slug 255 gr LSWC going down range. My Sistema Colt 1911 is nice too but I have not shot it yet.

[P95Carry]

I'll weigh in with the other .44 mag people here .... Super Blackhawk. BUT ... with ''useful'' homeloads ... not them ''pussy'' factory deals!!:p

Very much hanker for a .480 ... , reckoning that the .454 is just a tad too unnecessarily punishing. No harm in dreaming!

[bpisler]

I've onlygot one big bore right now,a 625-6 45 colt mountain gun so it wins by defaut.

[hksw]

(I gotta take a new photo of this gun.)

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid18/p0b609596642b7b8c83eddd7f3de5c0db/fdcdc040.jpg

.475L, octagonal barrel.

[fedlaw]

I love my 629PP. Accurate, smooth and reliable. I have a titanium ulna and the port takes just enough edge off for my limited strength and range of motion.

[Gundog]

I should take better care of it, but it's the one I use most. :)
http://home.attbi.com/~cgadanneil/cut1991.jpg

[MCNETT]

I have many big-bores, but my current favorite is my Ruger SRH .454. Nothing like a 360gr WFN @ 1500fps to put a smile on your face!
-Mike

[2xTap]

Of the ones I own, I'd have to say my Stainless Colt XS Combat Commander:

[Benjamin]

4" S&W 625 or a glock 30

[riverdog]

I've got too many .45's to pick just one, but it would be a 1911 type semi ... or maybe a S&W .Mod 29 :)

[Standing Wolf]

Pre-agreement Smith & Wesson model 629 with Magnaport dual trapezoid porting, bead blasting, polished and jewelled hammer and trigger, crowned muzzle, and Herrett's stocks in coco bolo.

[Schuey2002]

I only own 2 handguns that could be remotely considered "big bore", those being my Glock 21 and S&W 681 in .357 magnum..
My favorite of the two changes constantly, so picking my "favorite" one is going to be nearly impossible.

A "big bore" that I'd like to add to my collection would be a .454 Casull or the new S&W in .50 cal... You wanna' loan me the money.?! :p :evil:

[Poohgyrr]

Ahhhh, this one is easy.

A beautiful blued 4" M24 with Ahrends coco bolo, Sparks leather, and various handloads for different jobs. A 3" is runner-up.



:D

[DE44mag]

Big Bore handgun? Why my Desert Eagle 44mag Mk1 of couse!!!!:D

[DamnedDirtyApe]

Glock 30 with an A-Grip
Springfield Armory M1911-A1 Mil-Spec
Ruger Super Blackhawk .44 Mag 7-1/2"

Can't pick just one!

http://pic3.picturetrail.com/VOL14/877946/1594531/20896533.jpg

[WESHOOT2]

Kinda (for 'big bore) like my 41 5.5" best.

That said, I most prefer my 7.5" 357 version, because it's just so fun for shootin IPSC (that tube seems to take forever to clear the Sparks HSR....) and it doesn't get as hot during long field courses.

I AM NOT RIGHT :scrutiny:

[Jamie B]

I like the fact that weshoot2 is also a Redhawk addict! :D

It's a toss up between my Super Redhawk .480 7 1/2" and my Redhawk .44 5 1/2".

Both are a ball at the local range - real head-turners, especially when I unload a cylinder full of .480...quickly...double-action...controlling the recoil...with a big smile on my face!

I always have someone coming up and asking what kind of beast I am shooting. Really enjoy the big bores.

I'm thinkin' that a SRH .454 is the next purchase!

Jamie

[telewinz]

The LAR Grizzly in .44 Magnum, its awesome!

[Kamicosmos]

My .44 Mag Redhawk would be my favorite big bore.

[Bainx]

Genuine Colt 1878 Frontier would have to be my choice.

[DrDremel]

S&W 296 in .44 Special. Light yet powerful. Always with me.

[Dr.Rob]

1878 Colt.. good choice!

I always liked the Colt New Service, in 45 acp or 45 Colt it's impressive, funny thing is it's so heavy that it doesn't kick much, hardly at all compared to a 1911. Wish there was such a thing as a New Service in 44 mag.

I know you all will laugh.. but one of these days I'd like to get an Automag. I just think they are really neat weapons.

[444]

I don't own a lot of big bore handguns. I have a 4" Model 29, a 3" 629, a Ruger Blackhawk in .45 Colt, and a Super Blackhawk.
I would have to say my faviorite is the 7 1/2" Super Blackhawk. It is kind of a pain to carry on the belt, although I did so for several years when traveling off the beaten path. But it is a very strong gun, and mine is very accurate. It is just one of those guns that is a real pleasure to shoot for me. I don't think you can really describe how some guns just seem to be the perfect thing for you.

[Dave44]

has to be 629 classic 6" barrel
most importantly-pre-agreement
have luepold gilmore red-dot scope on it-used primarily for whitetail-took some getting used to
300grain winchestor premium hunting loads
will shoot the new .50 cal smith soon-can't wait

[gbran]

It's big, comfortable and very accurate. It's versatile too. I can shoot cheap .45 Colts, hot Colts and mild to wild Casulls. It's a good car gun, but too big to conceal.

[blowsomethingup]

desert eagle in any caliber.

cdnn has 41 magnums on sale for $599.:neener: :neener: :neener:

[Fel]

Colt SAA
45 Colt
4-3/4
Blued/Casehardened
:)

[Preacherman]

I have to have multiple choices on this one!

For carry: Glock 36 - light, compact, powerful enough to get the job done.

For hunting and target work: Ruger Redhawk, 5½" barrel, stainless, in .44 Magnum - particularly with Garrett Hammerheads loaded. Those loads pack a kick and a half!!! :what:

For pure downright fun: Ruger Old Army Vaquero, in stainless steel. 30 grains of black powder behind a .457 round lead ball. Sheer shooting pleasure! :D

[BigG]

S&W 44 Magnum, blue or nickel, long bbl. :D

[Johnny Guest]

"What is your Favorite Big Bore Handgun ??"

At last, a question with an EASY answer.

A .45 ACP, of course.


Well, perhaps NOT so easy. From that point, it becomes complicated. Could be - - -
1911A1
Commercial 1911
Commander
National Match
Officers ACP
Sistema Colt Argentine
S&W 1917 (2nd Model Hand ejector)



Never mind. :D

Johnny

[Ala Dan]

Smith & Wesson .44 magnum

Best Wishes,
Ala Dan, N.R.A. Life Member

[Study Butte]

629 Classic-DX

[cobb]

S&W 657

[Viking6]

By default it would be my (Single Action Peacemaker Wannabee) Arminius Hombre 44 Magnum! Let's try to keep the envy in check for my $125 find back in 1990.;)

[Hand_Rifle_Guy]

Favorite? Tough question, as I have many choices, from .41 mag to .50 A.E., in revolvers, autos, and single-shots.

After some consideration, I shall defer to my sentimental favorite, which also happens to be a gun I shoot very well for some reason.

It's a Webley Mk. IV, currently wearing a 6" Mk. VI barrel. It's been converted to run on .45 ACP and is sporting a very pretty set of grips I made out of the wildest-grained piece of mahogany I've ever seen.

Built in 1914, and serving through the Great War, (Through it, not neccessarily IN it. ;) ) it has Style, History, Panache, and Character.

Or it's quite old, and really funny-looking, depending upon your viewpoint. :D

And me with no camera. Rats.

[dbettiga]

AMT Hardballer!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Baba Louie]

Seem to be liking either the Ruger SBH Bisley, 7 1/2" in .45 Colt or the S&W 25-7, 5" as my favorite in the big bore family.

Nothing against the Smith 29 DX or the Vaquaro, they're no slouch. Neither are the Glocks (21 and 30) or the couple of 1911's. The Norinco can (and does) give the top two a run for their money.

Just seems that the revolvers take top pick for fun and accuracy.

Wouldn't want to carry them every day and I've seen them shoot way better than I can by others who seem to bring out the best in them.

Adios

[oldskag]

I HAVE A COUPLE BIGGUN'S..TRB 454 AND SW629..BOTH SHOOT GREAT AND ARE STURDY AS HECK

[sako_75]

I have recently fallen in love with this one.

[MCgunner]

My .45 Colt Blackhawk....

http://imageigloo.com/images/8672PICT0045.JPG

[Poohgyrr]

We're bacckk!

I have the same choice as before, a 4" Smith M24-3 .44 Special, but it now wears refniished Fitz cherrywood grips. Loaded with Federal LSWCHP's for in town use, and with Keith boolits on top of Unique for everywhere else.

:D

[Ohen Cepel]

Freedom Arms .454.

However, I also have a real week spot for the Old Model Ruger in .44

[Barr]

Lately I would have to say Ruger Redhawk SS in .44 Mag.

[Vern Humphrey]

For serious social purposes, the M1911 (currently a Kimber Classic.) For other purposes, the Colt New Service (Mine was made in 1906.)

Yes, I have a couple of Ruger Blackhawks in that caliber, but the Colt is so . . . Colt.:p

I wonder why Colt doesn't do a nostalgia re-run of the New Service as S&W has on some of their older models? My brother says I'm like an Indian waiting for the buffalo to return.:D

[GaryP]

First Choice: (Shared)

Colt Combat Elite - .45acp
Colt Combat Commander - .45acp

Second Choice:
Colt Government Model 1911 .45acp's (All variations)

Third Choice:
Springfield 1911 .45acp's

Revolvers:

S&W M24 .44spl
Charter Arms Pre-1980 3" .44spl Bulldog (All day carry)



:evil:

[redneckrepairs]

Since the S&W rep was down hunting this weekend and brought toys , i would now have to say it is the .460 , the 500 was fun but the 460 is a flatter shooter .

[klover]

My favorite is on my list to get having had one before, .500 S&W.
Second vote for any in .44 special or magnum.

Big Bores are way fun!:D

[nelson133]

.45 Long Colt anything (I have 4 and like them all.) Someday a Ruger Redhawk in .45LC will come visit.

[the pistolero]

Well. In keeping with the definition of "big bore" as "anything that starts with a 4," I'll say...

My .45s (Ruger P90, Springer GI 1911, and Kimber Tac Ultra II), and my Kimber Stainless Target II 10mm. Convert that last one to inches and it's a .400, so it counts. :D And I don't personally own a .44 Mag yet, but I've shot a relative's, and it's a sure-fire grin-inducer, too!

[MD_Willington]

.44 Magnum...

:evil:

[Brian Williams]

I have to say I need to update my answer, I have sold my Taurus and have gone thru a Ruger Super BlackHawk Bisley Hunter and now am down to just a 1911 Sistema as a big bore.

[CSA 357]

smith&wesson 629, 29 with 4 inch barrel, also like my 624 4 inch:)

[big44]

For me it would be a Ruger Alaskan 44 magnum, a Ruger Redhawk, followed by any of the S&W 29's or 629's. Then of course the 1911.

The ultimate for me would be the S&W 500 or 460 magnums.

[Wolfen]

The Ruger Stainless New Vaquero 45/8" in 45 LC and Stainless Ruger Super Blackhawk
45/8" barrel in 44 Mag

[Shawnee]

:D

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y159/FiveO/44.jpg

[wildburp]

Anything that can lob lead.

[BigG]

My Model 29 8 3/8" :)

http://i70.photobucket.com/albums/i115/BigG_photos/Picture19025.jpg

[GroovedG19]

My one and only big-bore, my lonesome HK USP 45 fullsize.

[Clipper]

Taurus PT-145MP DAO.

[KINGMAX]

I really enjoy shooting my .45 Long Colt.

[Dusty Rusty]

Favorite to shoot: S&W 500. Miss shooting it since the range closed. :mad: My personally owned favorite: Ruger Vaquero .45 Long Colt.

[Smith & Wesson Man]

I enjoy shooting my smith 460. I wish I would have been able to take a whitetail with it:mad:

[highlander 5]

2 Ruger Bisleys one blue the other is SS I had built both 45 Schofield/45 Colt.
Any pistol that lobs 325 gr slugs at 1300fps has my vote

[Pumpkinheaver]

Ruger blackhawk .41 magnum.

[22-rimfire]

S&W Model 57 41 mag for me.

[Bula]

Ruger SBH 4 5/8" 44 mag. Boy is that a fun gun.