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Found an older Marlin Lever action rifle in 44-40 and considering purchasing it. Can anyone give me pointers for evaluating this rifle before I purchase it? By the serial number, it was manufactured in 1893. The blueing is GONE. The barrel looks "rough" but not heavily pitted (rough like you...

Fired my first ever 45 Colt rounds today. Yeehaw! That was fun. I'm one of those USPSA/IPSC shooters thinking (and being "encouraged") about getting into Cowboy Action shooting. So, I recently purchased a slightly used Navy Arms US Artillery model SAA. I was shooting well until I tried...

OK, I just posted my Navy Arms question then thought of another. How has or has fired Bisley model SAAs? My grand scheme includes a purchase of a Bisley clone to evaluate against the Navy Arms 1873 plow-handle. Then.....eventually...gatting a matching pistol of the one I prefer and get ready...

Just bought a used Navy Arms 1873 SAA US Artillery model. Looks to be in great shape except for a light timing ring around the cylinder and a little end shake. I was ready to buy a new Uberti Cattleman to introduce myself to the cowboy-style firearms, but got tempted by the availability of...

Looking for my first BP single-action pistol and have the bug for a 1860 Army model. Who can enlighten me on the various models and "sellers" of these replicas. Price is a factor, so the Colt Black Powder makes are desired but unattainable at this point. Price-wise, I have been looking at...

My club is shooting more 2-gun and 3-gun matches. Unfortunately, my only shotgun is a Mossberg 835 with a 5-shot mag. What does everyone recommend for a "reasonably" inexpensive shotgun to fill the void until I can scratch up enough money for the Winchester Super X2 Practical? I have been...

Visited the Olympic Arms website and noticed their PCR4 Rifle Kit sale. What is everyone's opinion on Olympic Arms' AR's? The price seems very fair and my limited research points to their rifles as good quality (in recent years). I have been told they have some of the best barrels for...

I have found a few metallic cartridge pistols recently in a couple local gun shops. Anyone have any expereince with Traditions firearms besides black powder? I found a couple Colt 1873 SAA pistols in 44-40, a 1851 Navy conversion in 38 special, and a 1872 Army Open Top in 38 special. My...

Found a used S&W 610-2 model today a a gun dealer. It is the later model with the frame mounted firing pin and 6.5" barrel. Asking price: $349. Sounds like a pretty good deal. Opinions from present or past owners of these revolvers? Think it would make a great stablemate for my Colt Delta...

Ok...there I was, all ready to hit this weekend's Gun Show and look for a Colt 1873 SAA replica, then.......... Thursday- run by a local gun dealer to find he purchased a Colt Delta Elite SS (Good condition w/o box). He says he will ask $400-450 for it once he gets it cleaned up. Friday-...

I am interested in getting into Cowboy Action shooting and had my mind made up on a Ruger Vacquero until I started handling some of the Colt 1873 SAA replicas. Do they feel nice in the hand! Also like the action: four clicks and second point for reloading. My local gun dealer shoots CAS and...

Can anyone point me in the right direction? I have been considering shooting in the production class but wonder which pistols qualify. The rules state no SA-triggers, but also require DA first shot. Does the CZ75B qualify? Not that familiar with the CZ, but thought they were a...

I have been doing my background research into Cowboy Shooting. Now I am very confused at all the "Brands" of replica Colt 1860's and Colt 1873 SA revolvers out there. Besides going back to the original Colt's for the 1873 models, which company is offering the best value of quality vs. price...

Found a pair of Colt 1860 Army's at a local gun shop and they rekindled my interest in getting into black powder shooting. I didn't look them over as thoroughly as I would before buying them, but the owner said they were Uberti's. They looked flawless in apearance. He wants $99 each. Does...

Is anyone using the Briley Sperical Barrel Bushings? Are they good for accuracy improvements? Considering one for my Colt, but would like to hear some personal experiences before dropping $50.

OK, someone please get me straight. I somewhat understand the difference between the different cartridges, but what about the launching platforms? Can a 9mm pistol be converted to 9x21? Can a 38 super pistol be converted to 9x23 or 38TJ? I gather these rounds were developed somewhat as a...

Wondering how many shoot IPSC with hicap 9mm pistols and what type of pistols? Prefer 1911's but the staggering prices of the pistols and magazines is pointing me towards the more common 9mm pistols that hicap mags are still readily available for. Any suggestions? Prefer the larger calibers...

Hearing the rumor of a 10rd 10mm mag from Dawson Precision urged me to pull out the Delta Elite and go shooting. Would love to use it for IPSC Limted 10 competition, but do not want to put myself at a disadvantage. Anyone know of a 10rd solution for the 10mm? Tried my CMC Powermag 10rd 45ACP...

Found a used 1066 in very good condition and considering to buy it. Any opinions out there on this pistol? Seems like a pretty good deal: 1066, leather holster, and three mags for $375. Was a local Police Officers personal gun. Bought it after hearing "the force" was going to 10mm, then they...

I'm bringing this topic back up to get more oppinions. Looking at either a P16-40 or P14-45 to use in IPSC competition. Opinions on these guns? Reliable? Accurate? Every one I've handled seems very tight and well made. Also seem like a good value for the money.