silicosys4
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Not many people have heard of United States Arms. They werent around long and there isnt a huge amount of information out there except a basic history of the company.
The Abilenes aren't really rare but they are pretty uncommon. They are kind of an odd duck. Think Ruger Super Blackhawk size and shape frame, but forged instead of cast. The machining on them is exceedingly good (with the exception of the hammer).
I do believe they interchange at least some parts with Rugers, but I have not seen a Ruger yet that matched its fit and finish.
The action is decent, but not amazing, and it's a transfer bar action, which I believe Ruger sued them over. It is an accurate gun, and very soft shooting because it's a .357 magnum in a .44 magnum size frame. I've seen them in .44 and .357 magnum, and I've heard they came in other calibers.
What is striking about this gun is the bluing. It is the nicest polish and bluing I have seen on a handgun, better than any Colt I've seen, including Royal Blue. Its hard to photograph, it's so shiny.
Please post any examples of this short lived company you have, or information.
The Abilenes aren't really rare but they are pretty uncommon. They are kind of an odd duck. Think Ruger Super Blackhawk size and shape frame, but forged instead of cast. The machining on them is exceedingly good (with the exception of the hammer).
I do believe they interchange at least some parts with Rugers, but I have not seen a Ruger yet that matched its fit and finish.
The action is decent, but not amazing, and it's a transfer bar action, which I believe Ruger sued them over. It is an accurate gun, and very soft shooting because it's a .357 magnum in a .44 magnum size frame. I've seen them in .44 and .357 magnum, and I've heard they came in other calibers.
What is striking about this gun is the bluing. It is the nicest polish and bluing I have seen on a handgun, better than any Colt I've seen, including Royal Blue. Its hard to photograph, it's so shiny.
Please post any examples of this short lived company you have, or information.