My $50 PUCARA

[Redlg155]

Fellow Shooters,


A freind at work needed some cash and offered up a revolver for sale, which I bought for $50.00. The revolver is pretty stout for a .38 and seems reasonably well made. The trigger pull is heavy, but smooth. The hammer is also a transfer bar type instead of a floating firing pin.

On the barrel (L) is stamped "Mod PUCARA 384 CAL.38 SPL"
The right side has "IMPORTED BY CAI ST. ALB.VT"

The frame is stamped " MADE BY REXIO" with "ARGENTINA" stamped directly below.

Here is a pic.

Anyone know of or have one of these? I'm guessing the new price when they were imported was around the $150-$200 range. I may shoot her once or twice, then she becomes trading material!

Good Shooting
Red

 

[Standing Wolf]

I've never heard of it, but its looks make me think of the old Volkswagen beetle: so homely you've just about got to like it.

 

[Dave R]

Not familiar with this one. But most Argentinian small arms are pretty well made.

 

[Ala Dan]

Hey RED-

I'm also not familiar with this particular firearm; but
the barrel at least reminds me of a Python!

It's probably worth the $50 investment.

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

 

[10-Ring]

A buddy of mine has one that looks very similar...it shoots pretty well, the weight really helps absorb recoil. Fun gun for $50

 

[RON in PA]

I've seen these for sale in Shotgun News, but don't know anything about them. The proof is in the shooting. You could also contact Century Arms(they have a web site), maybe they could supply a manual. I'd be interested what they recommend as far as +P ammo.

 

[Redlg155]

I'm almost definitely sure there won't be a problem with +P ammo. This thing is definitely beefy with a heavy cast frame.

It really won't matter too much now since I was offered $100 and sold it to another buddy.

That brings me $100 closer to a new stainless Ruger GP 100!

Good Shooting
Red