Let's see some single actions!
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Bought one of the NM Blackhawk 44 Specials. Hadn't had any single actions since about 1994-5, although my first three handguns were Rugers SAs. That Flat-top NM made me long for the 3-screw Flat-tops I used to own so I started hunting. Found these two, at considerably inflated prices from what I remembered (LOL):
The first one is a Blackhawk 357, 6-1/2". The second is a Blackhawk 44 Mag, also with a 6-1/2" barrel. The grip frame of the 44 has been satin nickeled and the original, steel ejector rod housing replaced with an aluminum version. I'm looking for a steel one on the internet.
Now I have to sell the 44 Special. Just can't take that New Model action once I've handled the originals again. (smile)
Dave
The first one is a Blackhawk 357, 6-1/2". The second is a Blackhawk 44 Mag, also with a 6-1/2" barrel. The grip frame of the 44 has been satin nickeled and the original, steel ejector rod housing replaced with an aluminum version. I'm looking for a steel one on the internet.
Now I have to sell the 44 Special. Just can't take that New Model action once I've handled the originals again. (smile)
Dave
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Black_Talon
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Factory Single Action M14-2 from 1972:
Cap'n Billy
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My RNV .357
Old Armi San Paulo 51 Navy
My Beloved Cimarron/Uberti 51 Navy Londons
Navy Arms/Uberti Leech Rigdon (from 1974)
and my Uberti .45
Old Armi San Paulo 51 Navy
My Beloved Cimarron/Uberti 51 Navy Londons
Navy Arms/Uberti Leech Rigdon (from 1974)
and my Uberti .45
daveinvegas
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Sorry about the poor quality of my photos but here are my Vaqueros and one of my SBH.
salvo
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Another to add, Ruger .44 Special Flat Top 4 5/8"
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Lord Samwise
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here's mine- 6-1/2" Barrel .357 Blackhawk.
MrBill120
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Any REAL differences between the Uberti clones? I see Cimarron has their "Evil Roy", and Uberti has their "El Patron" models which appear to be their suped up models....but all in all, are these worth the extra money for something that is just going to go into my fun gun collection? I also see there is a company named Taylor and their's is the "Smoke Wagon"....
A co-worker put the SAA bug in me...
Thanks in advance for any input
A co-worker put the SAA bug in me...
Thanks in advance for any input
gb6491
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mm6mm6,
That Blackhawk is gorgeous!
Here's my engraved Vaquero:
Regards,
Greg
That Blackhawk is gorgeous!
Here's my engraved Vaquero:
Regards,
Greg
MrBill120
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Any REAL differences between the Uberti clones? I see Cimarron has their "Evil Roy", and Uberti has their "El Patron" models which appear to be their suped up models....but all in all, are these worth the extra money for something that is just going to go into my fun gun collection? I also see there is a company named Taylor and their's is the "Smoke Wagon"....
A co-worker put the SAA bug in me...
Thanks in advance for any input
Can anyone help?
gb6491
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Don't own any myself (so please take the following with that in mind), but from what I have read and, as all are made by Uberti, the three seem very similar; ready to shoot competition guns with some different cosmetic touches.
The Cimarron is supposedly tuned by their gunsmith:
"The Evil Roy version of the Cimarron Model ‘P’ features a wide square notch rear and wide constant width front sight, slim grips hand checkered European walnut, an action tuned in the U.S. by a skilled gunsmith complete with lightened trigger and hammer springs, no creep trigger pull, and improved internals for reliability." (also see this)
Uberti says the same about the El Patron:
"You can depend on it! Lightning fast and reliable, shot after shot—in the world of single action revolvers Uberti's new hand-tuned Cattleman model is truly “the boss,” or El Patrón, as the Vaqueros of the old west would say. The gunsmiths at Uberti have fitted each El Patrón with high-grade, US-manufactured Wolff springs and each revolver has been carefully tested and certified for flawless fit and function. The result is a single-action that is reliable, lighter and faster with a smooth-tuned action."
Taylor states that their deluxe Smokewagon has additional tuning:
"The deluxe edition model also includes custom tuning; custom hammer and base pin springs; trigger-spring at three pounds; jig-cut, positive angles on all triggers and sears for crisp, reliable action; a coil-loaded hand; and wire bolt and trigger springs." This additonal tuning gets some favorable nods over at CASCity.
You might also want to look at a tuned USFA Rodeo.
As a fun gun, all three (or four with the USFA) would probably serve just as well in their, shall we say, "stock" (less expensive) form. I think a Ruger should be considered here as well. Here's an interesting read: http://www.thehighroad.org/showthread.php?t=465261
Regards,
Greg
The Cimarron is supposedly tuned by their gunsmith:
"The Evil Roy version of the Cimarron Model ‘P’ features a wide square notch rear and wide constant width front sight, slim grips hand checkered European walnut, an action tuned in the U.S. by a skilled gunsmith complete with lightened trigger and hammer springs, no creep trigger pull, and improved internals for reliability." (also see this)
Uberti says the same about the El Patron:
"You can depend on it! Lightning fast and reliable, shot after shot—in the world of single action revolvers Uberti's new hand-tuned Cattleman model is truly “the boss,” or El Patrón, as the Vaqueros of the old west would say. The gunsmiths at Uberti have fitted each El Patrón with high-grade, US-manufactured Wolff springs and each revolver has been carefully tested and certified for flawless fit and function. The result is a single-action that is reliable, lighter and faster with a smooth-tuned action."
Taylor states that their deluxe Smokewagon has additional tuning:
"The deluxe edition model also includes custom tuning; custom hammer and base pin springs; trigger-spring at three pounds; jig-cut, positive angles on all triggers and sears for crisp, reliable action; a coil-loaded hand; and wire bolt and trigger springs." This additonal tuning gets some favorable nods over at CASCity.
You might also want to look at a tuned USFA Rodeo.
As a fun gun, all three (or four with the USFA) would probably serve just as well in their, shall we say, "stock" (less expensive) form. I think a Ruger should be considered here as well. Here's an interesting read: http://www.thehighroad.org/showthread.php?t=465261
Regards,
Greg
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Cimarron and Uberti make pretty good stuff right now. I wouldn't buy one unless I could examine it first though. I've found that while they have good tight lock up and such, the barrels are often over or undertimed. Kind of disappointing.
I would hope their premium models don't suffer from the same lack of QC.
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