Re: HANDGUNS???
[Re: handitrapper]
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06/28/18 11:29 AM
06/28/18 11:29 AM
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Taximan
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I like that 629 Taximan. Why don’t you just sell me that one? Then I’ll be done with this. You need something with a little less recoil and I happen to be attached to this one.A 629 with a heavy,5" or standard weight 6" would be a better fit for you.I'd recommend a revolver that weighs app.48 oz,unloaded.The Mountain Gun is 39 oz. Here's a bear it took last year.It has taken another bear plus antelope and deer.
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Re: HANDGUNS???
[Re: handitrapper]
#6269342
06/29/18 11:57 AM
06/29/18 11:57 AM
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GREENCOUNTYPETE
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Any opinions on the Ruger SP101? Forget about calibers. They are much more affordable. I know you get what you pay for. But something that’s probably not going to get a ton of use. the SP101 is the smaller frame typically shorter barrel you would probably want a GP100 or KGP100 K signifies stainless very nice gun also.
America only has one issue, we have a Responsibility crisis and everything else stems from it.
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Re: HANDGUNS???
[Re: handitrapper]
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06/29/18 02:33 PM
06/29/18 02:33 PM
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Willy Firewood
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I have much experience with the Ruger SP101. It is a great gun, but I would not consider it a hunting handgun. It is a medium size frame and in .357 a 5 shot. It is very accurate. It would be difficult to mount a scope.
I had a stainless GP100 in .357 with a 6” heavy barrel and adjustable sights. Wish I didn’t trade it. Very accurate, large frame, good mass, great trigger. I think this would make a good hunting handgun.
However, with my Super RedHawks, there is no doubt they would make the finest hunting handguns. Large, heavy, stable, great trigger, larger caliber, barrel milled for the included scope mounts, and extremely cool looking gun!
One thing to consider when shooting revolvers, especially the big powerful loads and large frame guns. Do not ever grip the gun so that your second hand wraps around the front of the cylinder. Hot gas escapes and can very seriously injure that hand. I saw a guy do that and he received a burn and bruise. I read about an event at a shooting club where a guy lost part of his hand.
Best wishes.
FRAC LIVES MATTER
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Re: HANDGUNS???
[Re: handitrapper]
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06/29/18 02:55 PM
06/29/18 02:55 PM
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handitrapper
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Any hunting for deer would be close range for me. Most likely 50 yards or closer. I don’t want a scope. Maybe a red dot though? Bear will be with hounds. So probably from a tree? Or @ least under 20 yards if on the ground. I’m still leaning towards 357. I believe it to be sufficient.
Cabela’s sells GP100 w/6” in 357 mag. stainless for $729
Last edited by handitrapper; 06/29/18 03:03 PM.
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Re: HANDGUNS???
[Re: handitrapper]
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06/29/18 07:57 PM
06/29/18 07:57 PM
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Scuba1
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No offense. But Why such a large caliber gun, just load it down to a tolerable level? Why not the right caliber for the intended purpose? I have absolutely no use for something that large. Actually I enjoy shooting it with full house loads on the rifle range. I have it down loaded when its at home in case the missus needs to pick it up when I am not here and she is ok shooting it at 45 LC level . It fits my hand pretty good and I guess that takes care of the recoil to an extent. A lot of folks that have shot it are done with it after one to 5 rounds though.
Last edited by Scuba1; 06/29/18 07:57 PM.
Let's go Brandon
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Re: HANDGUNS???
[Re: handitrapper]
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07/15/18 06:54 PM
07/15/18 06:54 PM
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danny clifton
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"Grumpy Old Man"
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ive killed two deer with my 357 revolver. shot 158 grain cast round nose bullets. shot both in the heart and they went down quick.
Those who would give up essential liberty, to purchase a little temporary safety, deserve neither liberty nor safety. Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790)
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Re: HANDGUNS???
[Re: handitrapper]
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07/15/18 06:56 PM
07/15/18 06:56 PM
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danny clifton
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"Grumpy Old Man"
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if you reload try h110 or Winchester 296. exact same powder made at the same plant just put in different jugs
Those who would give up essential liberty, to purchase a little temporary safety, deserve neither liberty nor safety. Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790)
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