Single Action Revolvers

[gotboostvr]

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My thoughts too as I am finding, thanks for the ammo suggestion. She enjoys shooting 44 spl and prefers the 44 over a shotgun for HD.

I want to say Speer also markets (or once did) a 200gr Golddot 44 magnum load that was "only" 1000fps. Thats a real sweet spot for balance between shootability and effectiveness on target at least for me out of a Smith DA 44mag.

I was handloading a very similar recipe for my general use plinking loads.

 

[Gerald_H]

II want to say Speer also markets (or once did) a 200gr Golddot 44 magnum load that was "only" 1000fps. Thats a real sweet spot for balance between shootability and effectiveness on target at least for me out of a Smith DA 44mag.

Great info, I found the data sheet for it.

 

[RealGun]

Typical internet - establish that loudness differences are due to frequency in one long thread and have different answer in another, all declared with such authority.

 

[ArchAngelCD]

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I want to say Speer also markets (or once did) a 200gr Golddot 44 magnum load that was "only" 1000fps. Thats a real sweet spot for balance between shootability and effectiveness on target at least for me out of a Smith DA 44mag.

I was handloading a very similar recipe for my general use plinking loads.

Yes, they do make short barrel magnum loads that are relatively weak for a magnum round. Their .357 SB Magnum round pushes a 135gr bullet at only 990 fps, hardly a magnum at all. If is however a little more velocity than their 860fps 135gr SB .38 Special +P load.

 

[Gerald_H]

Yes, they do make short barrel magnum loads that are relatively weak for a magnum round. Their .357 SB Magnum round pushes a 135gr bullet at only 990 fps, hardly a magnum at all. If is however a little more velocity than their 860fps 135gr SB .38 Special +P load.

So is it the speed that causes the "crack" noise that made my ears ring a few nights ago at an indoor range? Or is it the pressure? Excuse my ignorance. In all fairness, I was the only person with a handgun, everyone else had AR's and such. I have two concerns: my tinnitus returning and also my daughter is extremely sound sensitive. So any use of 357 for HD is unlikely. I was going to use 38 JHP (maybe +P) for HD and 38 whatever at the range and save the 357 ammo for the woods. As a new forum member I apologize in advance if this off topic chatter isn't appreciated.

 

[ArchAngelCD]

I'm no expert or even know more than most. I do know a .357 firing the same bullet as a .38 Special is much louder so I'm guessing it's the velocity or the amount if powder needed to generate that velocity.

Here is a hint on saving your ears, especially indoors. If you can afford noise cancelling electronic muffs they work well. If the price is a problem like for me use double noise protection. Use a set of ear plugs and a set of earmuffs over them. Doubling up really helps and doesn't cost much.

 

[bannockburn]

Here is a hint on saving your ears, especially indoors. If you can afford noise cancelling electronic muffs they work well. If the price is a problem like for me use double noise protection. Use a set of ear plugs and a set of earmuffs over them. Doubling up really helps and doesn't cost much.

Good advice. I started doing this after my first trip to an indoor range because I felt the ear muffs didn't block out enough of the sound but the addition of a set of ear plugs really helped matters a lot.

 

[murf]

gerald_h,

the more remaining pressure in the barrel (regardless the cartridge type) when the bullet exits the barrel, the louder and sharper the report. pressure creates the sound wave that reaches your ear. the higher the pressure the greater the sound wave amplitude (power) and the sharper the report. google "sound wave" and check out the wiki article.

murf

 

[Corpral_Agarn]

Good advice. I started doing this after my first trip to an indoor range because I felt the ear muffs didn't block out enough of the sound but the addition of a set of ear plugs really helped matters a lot.

I work at an indoor range and I double up with plugs and electronic muffs. The electronics mean I can crank up the volume and hear normal conversations okay.

 

[WestKentucky]

I'm admittedly a SA/DA guy who shoots them SA, but I do like the looks of a SA better than a DA, I just don't shoot them as well due to the plow grip shape and my hand not cooperating so well.

 

[MaxP]

I'm admittedly a SA/DA guy who shoots them SA, but I do like the looks of a SA better than a DA, I just don't shoot them as well due to the plow grip shape and my hand not cooperating so well.

Have you tried the Bisley? It is nothing like a plow handle and handles recoil much more like a double-action than a traditional single-action. See Bisley below:

 

[Sorcerer1]

CraigC the Pocket Navy conversion started as a kit gun by Palmetto that I finished and used in its percussion version. Later I sent it to John Gren of Spokane, Washington and he converted it to .22 rimfire. The grips I made from Micarta.View attachment 230054

Very nice . I would covet it I am now doing that .
Sorcerer1

 

[WestKentucky]

Have you tried the Bisley? It is nothing like a plow handle and handles recoil much more like a double-action than a traditional single-action. See Bisley below:

I have held them but have not had the honor to test-drive one. I do ok with plows, better with birdies, and of the bunch the Bisley feels best in my hand, but so far no luck, and haven't stumbled across one to buy cheap enough to try either.

 

[Havok7416]

Here's mine. It really is fun. I don't have a "real" SAA like you guys though.

 

[Speedo66]

Uberti Cattleman in .357

 

[RealGun]

Uberti Cattleman in .357

View attachment 230842

Wondering if that is a model P Jr. like the 38 Specials.

 

[Speedo66]

Wondering if that is a model P Jr. like the 38 Specials.

Uberti calls it a Cattleman Hombre New Model, here's the specs: http://www.guns.com/reviews/uberti-1873-hombre-new-model/

Current MSRP according to the Uberti site is $479.

 

[Steve S.]

Have a triple set (sequential serial numbers) of USFA revolvers (7 1/2, 4.3/4 and 4 3/4) in .45 Colt. Very well made revolvers - I was lucky enough to order/ purchase the set when they were still relatively a bargain. I have only shot the 7 1/2" barrel - the 4 3/4 duo remains new in the boxes. I also ordered the set with the Bisley low profile hammers (I know that the hammer match up is not traditional but I liked the look) - only other extra was fire blued screws. Beautiful guns bought to shoot prior to knowing the demise of USFA and the market pressure on the value. I should just shoot all of them instead of their present safe queen status BUT, the collector in me won't allow it (at least right now). I am fortunate to own them.

 

[Gordon]

have an old flat top .357 6.5" .357 Ruger and a Colt Bisley converted to .22 K hornet by Christy Gun works and a 9" Ruger Single six .22 convertable fixed sight 3 screw somewhere, but no pics I can find. Plus the black powder stuff

 

[bannockburn]

Gordon

Some very nice single actions in your collection! Thanks for sharing.

 

[Driftwood Johnson]

Have you tried the Bisley? It is nothing like a plow handle and handles recoil much more like a double-action than a traditional single-action. See Bisley below:

That's not a Bisley. This is a Bisley

Sorry, I couldn't resist. The Ruger version of the Bisley grip is a bit different than the original Colt Bisley grip. In some ways it is similar to the grip shape of Elmer Keith's old custom #5 Single Action Army.

 

[Driftwood Johnson]

Gordon

Not a Single Action, but what is that 8" barrelled S&W?

 

[Gordon]

Model 48 .22 mag , a real sweet ground squirrel killer . The Ruger with it is a three screw .30 Carbine, it's pal The scoped Single Six Hunter Ruger is in .17 HMR . It is good on ground squirrels to 100 yards. I had not so good luck with it on a coyote a 60 yards and sold it last year for a quick $700 . I no longer have any .17 HMR guns , but do have a .17 Hornet for many years.

 

[MaxP]

That's not a Bisley. This is a Bisley

Sorry, I couldn't resist. The Ruger version of the Bisley grip is a bit different than the original Colt Bisley grip. In some ways it is similar to the grip shape of Elmer Keith's old custom #5 Single Action Army.

I am well aware of that, however, in the parlance of modern handgunning, the Bisley name is pretty much owned by Ruger, particularly in the custom revolver world. It is Ruger's interpretation of the Bisley and frankly it was a better execution IMHO with regards to controlling recoil. I have shot the Number 5 and it is not nearly as good as the Bisley when real recoil is on the table -- again, IMHO.

 

[drobs]

Another Uberti 357 mag Hombre:

I need a better picture of my 22LR Colt Frontier Scout. This is the GB auction pic.

3 Pietta's - have 45 Colt conversion cylinders for the 58 and 1 of the 60's.