Back in the summer of '98, I picked up my first single action handgun, a Ruger Vaquero in .44mag. I wasn't specifically looking for a single action revolver, but rather the best value for a handgun in that particular chambering.
I was planning a backpacking trip to Montana. Earlier that year, Anthony Hopkins fought a grizzly on screen and it made me re-evaluate my small armory. I had multiple 9mm handguns, but nothing bigger. Nothing that would do any more than tick off a bear.
After years of ownership, I probably haven't put more than 100 rounds through it. For such a historic design and storied history, the caliber (even shooting 44 S&W Specials) just isn't fun to shoot.
After having so much fun with my newly acquired S&W 586 6", I've thought about adding another revolver to my inventory. This week I had another huge professional win, so I decided to mark the event with another handgun I've had my eye on for a while: a Uberti single action in .357.
I have taken it out only once, and put 50 rounds of .38spl through her. Oh my! She is a JOY to shoot! Compared with the Vaquero it is night and day different.
Not only does the Uberti not hurt my hand (and ears/head) to shoot, the action is smoother and the handgun is so much lighter in the hand.
I just love the color case hardened frame, and look forward to years of enjoyment instead of just years of ownership.
Who else has single actions you enjoy shooting? What is your favorite?
I'm thinking one day I'm going to have to break down and add a Colt SAA in .45LC.
I was planning a backpacking trip to Montana. Earlier that year, Anthony Hopkins fought a grizzly on screen and it made me re-evaluate my small armory. I had multiple 9mm handguns, but nothing bigger. Nothing that would do any more than tick off a bear.
After years of ownership, I probably haven't put more than 100 rounds through it. For such a historic design and storied history, the caliber (even shooting 44 S&W Specials) just isn't fun to shoot.
After having so much fun with my newly acquired S&W 586 6", I've thought about adding another revolver to my inventory. This week I had another huge professional win, so I decided to mark the event with another handgun I've had my eye on for a while: a Uberti single action in .357.
I have taken it out only once, and put 50 rounds of .38spl through her. Oh my! She is a JOY to shoot! Compared with the Vaquero it is night and day different.
Not only does the Uberti not hurt my hand (and ears/head) to shoot, the action is smoother and the handgun is so much lighter in the hand.
I just love the color case hardened frame, and look forward to years of enjoyment instead of just years of ownership.
Who else has single actions you enjoy shooting? What is your favorite?
I'm thinking one day I'm going to have to break down and add a Colt SAA in .45LC.