If I scope an X-frame I need a sling, and would rather sling a rifle. I can barely handle a super redhawk off hand but I can.
I have a sling on my X-Frame. Makes for a great way to carry it when I'm not expecting to shoot. The only reason to have either either a SRH or X-Frame in .454 or larger is for distance. Only way to make that legitimate, is to rest it. Period. Under 40 yards, I have done it no problem with all of my hunting revolvers, but even at those distances, I prefer to rest the gun. I'm sport hunting, not playing Matt Dillon. I highly doubt if there is anyone here good enough to shoot offhand at a deer past 80 yards with a revolver. Some may try, but ethics and respect for they quarry says they shouldn't. A sling don't make a handgun into a rifle. Nor does weight. The phase I hear most often when folks talk about the big super magnums is "If I have to carry a handgun that big, I may as well carry a rifle!". In reality, no one HAS to carry a handgun while hunting regular gun seasons. Those of us that do, do it by choice, because of the increased challenge it presents. Carry a rifle if you prefer, but it ain't never gonna be handgun hunting.
I hear people say they’ve read a S&W shoot themselves apart. But have yet to meet someone who it’s happened too. My S&W is getting close to 1000 rounds and it still rock solid
Same here. I reload for my X-Frame and even then, rounds are over a buck a pop. Unless one has very deep pockets, they'll go broke long before they ever shoot one out. If you do, and you bought he gun new, S&W lifetime warranty will mean you will always have a safe and reliable X-Frame as long as you live.
I'm only good for about 4-6 cylinders (460V). The concussion wears on me before my hands get close to getting wore out. None of my friends fully understand why I insist they have plugs inside their muffs... no exceptions. But after the first round, it becomes clear. lol
Yep. Shooting bags take a pounding too.
I guarantee it's more pleasant than this thing. A 440gr at 1350fps is a different beast in a 48oz sixgun. The S&W is massive, heavy and most of them have a muzzle brake.
The weight is what I think is a big "Pro" for the X-Frame. It makes for a more comfortable shooting experience than any SRH in .454 I have shot. Massive recoil does not make make for a better shooting or a harder hitting handgun. Always baffles me why some folks feel that shooting a magnum must hurt. I have had 11 year old kids and 90# women shoot my X-Frame. They have shot it very accurately. They shoot it more than once, they ask to shoot another cylinder full and they have a smile on their face when they are done. I cannot say the same for other platforms in similar calibers. As for the brake.....it too contributes to reducing recoil and muzzle flip. Again, making shooting more fun. Having a enjoyable shooting experiences contributes to more shooting, meaning a more accurate shooter. Ain't no one going to shoot a SRH in .454 without some form of ear protection.....not unless they want hearing damage. So any extra noise from a brake with ear protection is moot.
Seems folks either love X-Frames and SRHs or they hate 'em. Seems to be very little middle ground on them. Me, I think both platforms are good for their intended usage, and folks need to shoot before they make judgement on either.
