GP100 - What's the verdict on DAO?

I started with a 6" GP 100 and decided I wanted a shorter barrel.

I saw the price difference and jumped on a canadian gun.

I didn't like the double pull. I switched springs and such to lighten it and it became better, but I never got as accurate as I was with the DA/SA. As mentioned above it really limited the options for the gun. I called Ruger about replacing the hammer and they wanted $150, which probably isn't out of line.

I ended up selling it at a gun show and will likely buy another in the future.

If I was going to go DAO I would probably go with an old colt. THe Ruger is great for really stout hunting loads. I would only fire those single action. Not sure if there are any DAO Colts around, so you'd probably have to permanently ruin one.
 
Staging a trigger can quickly become a habit, and a tough one to break...
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Great post, MrBorland. I formerly tried to stage my first shot in RF Bullseye because you only get 10 seconds for five shots and I thought it was some kind of advantage to do so. I found that I consistently pulled that first shot off target, so now i consciously keep only the lightest pressure on the trigger until the target turns. Once you get the smooth and consistent pull worked out it's easy to take all your shots in the allotted time.
 
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