Traditions 1873 BP

Thanks for posts, I see what needs to be done! I have a reason for having the 1873 use both BP and cartridge. I have several conversions of differentr revolvers,next will be a Colt Dragoon.:)
 
>>>I agree with Craigc. Why bother?<<<

Two reasons come to mind.

A: The people who want to do this can't legally buy a firearm that requires a federal background check.

B: They are conspiracy advocates who want a gun that's "off the radar".

Frankly, I can understand item "B" a little bit my own self.

Regards,
Oly
 
I have no reason to own a gun thats not legal,as I collect as well as use to hunt.I am a person who wants what he wants,nothing more nothing less.The idea of having a revolver that will fire both cartridge and cap and ball is intriguing to me. Again,thanks to all, Willie.:)
 
The idea of having a revolver that will fire both cartridge and cap and ball is intriguing to me. Again,thanks to all, Willie.
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Then why not get a 58 Remington or 1860 Colt and a conversion cylinder? These are tried and true conversions and are easily swapped back and forth.
 
I guess I dont see what the difference is either, historical correctness aside. I like percussion revolvers for what they are, some people like to have the option to fire modern cartridges in them, hey, thats cool. I don't see this as any different other than it was origionaly a cartridge gun refitted to percussion and now refitted to fire cartridges again:D
 
A spice rack has an assortment of spices,no conspiracy in my kitchen,and I like different flavors,Tradition 1873 that can be converted is unique in my opinion.:p
 
I'm all for uniqueness but for me there has to be some practical reason for its existence.
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Smoke, flame and noise is reason enough for me. I'm a big fan of uniqueness and as far as I'm concerned people should be able to do what they want with their guns (that's legal).
Although I'm not a big fan of conversion cylinders, a R-M conversion would make me smile.
 
1873bp saa uberti

My Uberti C&B SAA is one of the most accuate C&B Revs I own...I liked it I wanted it and I bought it. And anyone who can't understand that logic ...well that's jus' too dam'n bad... Why do people have to rag on anyone that does or has something differant or that they may not understand or like?
I am surprized at what a few people have said to Breed for sharing something he has accomplished...
I know of and have posted about a Uberti 1873BP converted(That was me)...they have a removable firing pin that can be replaced by VTI all else that is needed is a cartridge cylinder and the outline of the hole drilled out and the Colt cart firing pin bushing installed... I posted that thread that Breed spoke of.
I never tired of shooting mine in the C&B configuration , so mine is original and a collectable for the series Uberti made to ship to England...that's why I bought it.
If I wanted to convert it I could and not with too much effort or cost.
How many shooters here have converted C&B Colts or Rems to shoot .45 Colt or .44 Colt/Rem, .38Colt or .38SPL, 32S&W? Why did you do that? Cause you could? Indeed...
What's the differance and what's the big deal?
Breed, I am in a position that I would sell my Uberti to ya if you want it as I could use the money, in my current situation it would surely help.
1873BP SAA 7 1/2" .44 Uberti $350 shipped to your door.(xlint shape)
The Top one is the Uberti the Bottom one a Pietta Gunslinger and was sold with 7 xtra cylinders and cyl. pouches belt and holster.
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Why do people have to rag on anyone that does or has something differant or that they may not understand or like?
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Pwillie asked for opinions and that's what he got. Can't always tell somebody what they want to hear. I stand behind everything I said and it's worth exactly what was paid for it.....nothing. Anybody can feel free to venture forth and cobble together a cartridge gun out of a percussion Model P if they want, I just don't feel comfortable with encouraging it.

I've intentionally kept my opinion of the percussion 1873 to myself. ;)
 
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thanks for the offer smoking gun. but i ordered one this morning and had it sent next day. as for the few negative opinions. there just that to me opinions. i could care less. the op asked if any one had any experience with a traditions 1873 bp. i think he found what he was looking for...as for encouraging any one to modify there gun. i would hope that we are all grown men. with the ability to make up are own mind.
 
Dude asked for opinions and that's what he got. Can't always tell somebody what they want to hear. I stand behind everything I said and it's worth exactly what was paid for it.....nothing.
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So CraigC you admit to raggin' on people...what a gentleman :O)

Who's this Dude guy anyway...I din't see is post...
 
Smokin Gun: I think he was saying I am a "Dude" ,well that may be so,but thats just slang for some one who doesn't know me and never will. Thanks guys,I will let you know about the conversion,Willie
 
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Lord have mercy, can't believe how much you have to tiptoe around a blackpowder forum to keep from offending someone's delicate sensibilities. My humblest apologies, I had no idea a grownup would be so put off by the word "dude". :rolleyes:

I admit to nothing but giving my opinion on bubba-smithing a percussion Model P back into a cartridge gun. If the OP doesn't like it, you and he (who has been here a full two days!) are fully free to ignore it and not get your drawers in a bunch. Just don't come crying back when your sixgun doesn't function because the hole in the firing pin bushing is three times as big as the firing pin. Usually a problem you fix on an old gun, not one you create on a new one but it's your gun to mutilate as you see fit.
 
Sorry DUDE din't mean for you to get yer panties stuck either...love to talk underwear with ya but this is a Black Powder/Cowboy forum after all,
Man I never thought a guy that used DUDE would get so upset about something he'd never do...chill man be cool:cool:
 
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