Hello, I'm new to this forum and am hoping someone out there can help me.
I was recently given a Colt .32- 20 WCF Army Special revolver. the last patent date on it is July 4, 1905. It appears to be (drawing upon my very limited knowledge) in excellent original condition.
I like the gun very much and am wondering if this revolver would make an appropriate "house gun" and what ammunition could safely be shot through it? I have tried to do some online research on the subject but am confused with the results. There are some loads that are stated as being way too hot for this old gun and I don't want to damage it or myself.
Would I need to find vintage ammunition for it or are there new options? I am planning on taking it to a local gunsmith to make sure it can even be safely fired at all.
Thanks much in advance, Lefty.
I was recently given a Colt .32- 20 WCF Army Special revolver. the last patent date on it is July 4, 1905. It appears to be (drawing upon my very limited knowledge) in excellent original condition.
I like the gun very much and am wondering if this revolver would make an appropriate "house gun" and what ammunition could safely be shot through it? I have tried to do some online research on the subject but am confused with the results. There are some loads that are stated as being way too hot for this old gun and I don't want to damage it or myself.
Would I need to find vintage ammunition for it or are there new options? I am planning on taking it to a local gunsmith to make sure it can even be safely fired at all.
Thanks much in advance, Lefty.