DougB
Member
I'm thinking of getting a reproduction Dragoon (probably Uberti - I don't see Piettas available), but I have a few questions that I haven't found answered in previous threads about these revolvers. One reason I'm considering a Dragoon is that I'm going to participate a pioneer reenactment (handcart trek) with my (Mormon) church's youth group this summer. We are trying to be as authentic as practical, and I'd like to bring along a revolver that's appropriate to the period (mid-late 1850s). I have a Pietta 1860 Army I like a lot, and that would be easier to pack, but it is pushing the envelope in period-correctness. I understand that the 1858 Remingtons are also really 1860s guns. Not that anyone but me would know the difference - but if I can use this to rationalize the purchase of another revolver, why not be a stickler .
1) Is there any significant functional benefit to the later models? I like the look of the squared off trigger guards of the 1st and 2nd models (more unique looking), but I'd go for the third model if it will shoot better, last longer, or have other significant functional/design advantages. Bear in mind that I'm asking about the Uberti replicas, not the originals. I get the impression that the reproductions may be virtually the same except for cosmetics. I'm leaning toward the 2nd model.
2) How practical are these to carry? I've carried a Ruger Super Blackhawk that weighs, I think, about 3 lbs, but these are about a pound more. I'm wondering what it will be like to carry one in a belt holster on a hike.
3) Where could I find the best deal on a Dragoon? Cabelas doesn't appear to carry this model (they seem to generally have the best prices on what they carry).
4) Where can I get a reasonably prices, reasonably authentic holster for this?
Any other thoughts on this? I thought about a 51 Navy, but I understand that the originals were only made in .36 caliber, and I'd prefer a .44.
Thanks
Doug
1) Is there any significant functional benefit to the later models? I like the look of the squared off trigger guards of the 1st and 2nd models (more unique looking), but I'd go for the third model if it will shoot better, last longer, or have other significant functional/design advantages. Bear in mind that I'm asking about the Uberti replicas, not the originals. I get the impression that the reproductions may be virtually the same except for cosmetics. I'm leaning toward the 2nd model.
2) How practical are these to carry? I've carried a Ruger Super Blackhawk that weighs, I think, about 3 lbs, but these are about a pound more. I'm wondering what it will be like to carry one in a belt holster on a hike.
3) Where could I find the best deal on a Dragoon? Cabelas doesn't appear to carry this model (they seem to generally have the best prices on what they carry).
4) Where can I get a reasonably prices, reasonably authentic holster for this?
Any other thoughts on this? I thought about a 51 Navy, but I understand that the originals were only made in .36 caliber, and I'd prefer a .44.
Thanks
Doug