dusty14u
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Ruger Blackhawk in 45LC. Simple working mans gun.
handgun to go with a horse
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Panzerschwein
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A pair of these:
http://www.uberti.com/1847-walker-revolver
Both riding in one of these:
http://www.hamiltondrygoods.com/civil-war/pommel-holsters/
http://www.uberti.com/1847-walker-revolver
Both riding in one of these:
http://www.hamiltondrygoods.com/civil-war/pommel-holsters/
Never had any use for a buscadero rig on a horse. They hold the revolver all wrong. When I was riding, I wanted a holster that carried my revolver at a position it was not digging into my leg or my ribs. Threepersons, Austin and the old Lawrence #120 were good examples of working holsters.
Kevin
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If you can't afford a $1500 plus SAA
A Ruger Vaquero in bright Stainless with 4 5/8" or 5 1/2" barrel. I prefer the 5 1/2'' myself in 45 colt of course. The Bird's head models are also very sharp looking and shoot well for me too. As far as a rifle goes, either the Marlin' 94, also in 45 Colt or an 1873 Winchester replica from Uberti. Better yet, get a pair of those Ruger revolvers and the 73.
A Ruger Vaquero in bright Stainless with 4 5/8" or 5 1/2" barrel. I prefer the 5 1/2'' myself in 45 colt of course. The Bird's head models are also very sharp looking and shoot well for me too. As far as a rifle goes, either the Marlin' 94, also in 45 Colt or an 1873 Winchester replica from Uberti. Better yet, get a pair of those Ruger revolvers and the 73.
kBob
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For parades and big name BBQs........High polish nickeled 1911A1 with silvered "Mexican grips" that have been worn down just enough the actual brass casting shows through the silver plate on the grips to highlight the decorations.
Of course a deeply blued "1858" Remington New Model Army with Ivory (or Iverite for cost) grips would be nice for those less formal horsy events.
For work what ever is comfortable to you.
I am kind of in the dumps re: horse stuff at the moment......my one year old Colt just became a gelding this week and we are both still a bit upset by the experience (female vet wielded tools of horror with great unconcern)......him more than me.
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Of course a deeply blued "1858" Remington New Model Army with Ivory (or Iverite for cost) grips would be nice for those less formal horsy events.
For work what ever is comfortable to you.
I am kind of in the dumps re: horse stuff at the moment......my one year old Colt just became a gelding this week and we are both still a bit upset by the experience (female vet wielded tools of horror with great unconcern)......him more than me.
-kBob
Sunray
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Please reduce the size of your pictures.
Why would you want a handgun on the top of a horse? Is the horse trained to have a handgun on top of it?
"...Colt SAA is probably the most affiliated cavalry revolver ever..." Only in the U.S.
"...If you are riding English..." Tranter or Adams.
Why would you want a handgun on the top of a horse? Is the horse trained to have a handgun on top of it?
"...Colt SAA is probably the most affiliated cavalry revolver ever..." Only in the U.S.
"...If you are riding English..." Tranter or Adams.
Upstater
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CZ223, my thoughts exactly on the vaquero. Today as a matter of fact while riding my horse I was carrying my .45acp Vaquero in bright stainless in a chest rig, this I have found to be the most easily accessible means of carry.
joebiker
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depends..
Do you want the gun for fashion ? or are you going to shoot it ?
If it's a fashion accessory, go with a Colt SAA or copy..
If you want to shoot it..go with a Ruger Vaquero, is styled to look like a Colt,
but is much more robust, with improved (more reliable) lockwork..
those SAA Colts were not all that reliable, esp. compared to a Ruger Vaquero,
though I'd prefer a 44 mag to a 45 LC....
Do you want the gun for fashion ? or are you going to shoot it ?
If it's a fashion accessory, go with a Colt SAA or copy..
If you want to shoot it..go with a Ruger Vaquero, is styled to look like a Colt,
but is much more robust, with improved (more reliable) lockwork..
those SAA Colts were not all that reliable, esp. compared to a Ruger Vaquero,
though I'd prefer a 44 mag to a 45 LC....
I would assume the OP has taken that under consideration. But, you know what they say about "assume".
Our Quaterhorse/Morgan gelding has participated in Civil War re-enactment calvary maneuvers without issue (handguns, rifles, cannon and all that noisy stuff, he is such a studless muffin). But I would not let our mustang mare get within 1/2 mile of a firearm with me on her back. Her radar is always on full powder
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If I were to need a gun on horseback it would probably be one of these. I would probably choose the top one, a Bisley Vaquero in .45 Colt.
SlayerOfBunnies
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What he said.
Well, Royal Canadian Mounted Police carry S&W 5906 or some such on their horses IIRC, So you at least have a precedent for a 3rd gen S&W if you want it.
Otherwise, were it me, I'm gonna say SAA as others have mentioned. It's just classic.
Otherwise, were it me, I'm gonna say SAA as others have mentioned. It's just classic.
BSA1
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The Henry Mares Leg.
That way you have a spare in case your horse breaks one of hers.
{groan} you knew this one coming didn't you?
That way you have a spare in case your horse breaks one of hers.
{groan} you knew this one coming didn't you?
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I would go with a Ruger Blackhawk in .45 Colt with a 4 5/8" barrel, in a Bianchi Model 1L holster. A Rossi Model 92 carbine in the same chambering would be its companion.
MachIVshooter
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Unless you're playing cowboy games or just really want to look the part, why handicap yourself with an obsolete design just because you'll be in the saddle?
I don't ride much these days, but I never felt the need to go full dress. Yeah, I wore Wranglers and boots-which I always do. But otherwise, usually a Tee-shirt and ball cap, and my S&W 1006 or Glock 20 on my hip.
Not that I dislike single action revolvers or lever action rifles, but I was never into CAS, and I'd much rather have the 18 rounds of 10mm and a quick mag change available than my Beretta Stampede or Vaquero .44 Mag if I ran into trouble in the back country.
And I would have no qualms about carrying an AR on horseback, either, but would probably still choose a lever gun simply because ARs (or other magazine fed autoloaders with protruding grips) don't play nice with scabbards.
I don't ride much these days, but I never felt the need to go full dress. Yeah, I wore Wranglers and boots-which I always do. But otherwise, usually a Tee-shirt and ball cap, and my S&W 1006 or Glock 20 on my hip.
Not that I dislike single action revolvers or lever action rifles, but I was never into CAS, and I'd much rather have the 18 rounds of 10mm and a quick mag change available than my Beretta Stampede or Vaquero .44 Mag if I ran into trouble in the back country.
And I would have no qualms about carrying an AR on horseback, either, but would probably still choose a lever gun simply because ARs (or other magazine fed autoloaders with protruding grips) don't play nice with scabbards.
Walker Colt.
Moondoggie
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I just want to echo what other experienced horse owners have mentioned....be very careful about shooting from horseback until you KNOW that the horse is "along for the ride".
I had a great roping horse that I rode a lot of gymkhana on, and also trail rode miles and miles through coastal Carolina forest several days a week.
I COULD NEVER GET HIM GUN BROKE. I gave up after a few tries cuz it was obviously an ordeal for my buddy. After reading up on the topic, I tried starting gradually with a .22 and cotton balls in his ears while I had him on a halter and lead rope. Nope, nope, and nope. It was so bad, he would freak out just hearing me pull the hammer back after the first time I fired a round. Did I forget to mention he was wicked smart???
Just be careful..folks used to die or end up damaged for life getting thrown from a horse.
I had a great roping horse that I rode a lot of gymkhana on, and also trail rode miles and miles through coastal Carolina forest several days a week.
I COULD NEVER GET HIM GUN BROKE. I gave up after a few tries cuz it was obviously an ordeal for my buddy. After reading up on the topic, I tried starting gradually with a .22 and cotton balls in his ears while I had him on a halter and lead rope. Nope, nope, and nope. It was so bad, he would freak out just hearing me pull the hammer back after the first time I fired a round. Did I forget to mention he was wicked smart???
Just be careful..folks used to die or end up damaged for life getting thrown from a horse.
g.willikers
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Why the proper gun for atop a horse is.....
Wait for it....
A Horse Pistol.
http://guns.wikia.com/wiki/Harper`s_Ferry_Horse_Pistol.
Was it General Custer who shot a horse out from under himself?
Wait for it....
A Horse Pistol.
http://guns.wikia.com/wiki/Harper`s_Ferry_Horse_Pistol.
Was it General Custer who shot a horse out from under himself?
Kingcreek
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Depends. Is it a traditional working horse, parade horse, or tactical battle horse?
kBob
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Anyone know how the Rhodesians carried FN FAL rifles on horse back for mounted patrols? Did they just sling them?
Did the US horse cav units of the 1930's carry BARs or Thompsons and if so how?
I know in 1914 that the Benete' Marcie was carried on a pack saddle and only used dismounted.
I wonder how gun shy horses would deal with a suppressed pistol or rifle firing subsonic rounds.
This topic is getting interesting.
-kBob
Did the US horse cav units of the 1930's carry BARs or Thompsons and if so how?
I know in 1914 that the Benete' Marcie was carried on a pack saddle and only used dismounted.
I wonder how gun shy horses would deal with a suppressed pistol or rifle firing subsonic rounds.
This topic is getting interesting.
-kBob
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I'd start with a Smith Mod. 17 .22LR, 6" barrel, until the horse got accustomed to the idea. Maybe shoot over his backend (away from his ears) for a while. For sure a revolver, if your horse isn't "gunbroke" you don't want to rodeo with a cocked 1911 in your hand.
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