As far as I know, no gun was ever "chambered" in .45Gov't. It was a cartridge simply brought into existence so that the same ammo could be used in Colt SAA .45Colt and S&W .45S&W sixguns. It was S&W length with the Colt rim. A Colt New Service would've been chambered in .45Colt.the closest service revolver (da) is the colt new service revolver of 1909, chambered in 45 government (not the current 45 long colt).
Did you mean the best combat revolver as in ones used in the wars or the best modern day current production model that would be good for self defense?
Then I would suggest an N-frame with the tapered barrel, like the later model 25/625 Mountain Gun.I would like a revolver in 45 [long] colt that is double action and does not need a tracked chassis to carry it around.
A tad on the heavy side, too, if you carry all day.4 inch Redhawk in 45colt is very nice but somewhat scarce.
jeffmack said:I would like a revolver in 45 [long] colt that is double action and does not need a tracked chassis to carry it around.
How easy is it to convert? I know where one is in .455 that was rechambered to .45 ACP and I can get it cheap.I'm glad you asked. I think it is this one; a copy of the Indian Jones' S&W 2nd Model Hand Ejector, originally made in .455 Eley, but (easily) conveted to .45 Colt. Surprisingly, it is extremely accurate.[/IMG]
Thanks for bringing up the moon clips. That made me remember that big Webley & Scott ejector conversion to .45ACP with moon clips would be about the best combat revolver one could ever hope for. During WWII and beyond Ole' English top opener was the only European challenger to excellent American 1911 pistol or American revolvers. Now that Hornady loads ammo Ole' English Monster in original chambering is also well worth owning.You could use .45 acp with moon clips. It makes for quick reloads.