Hokkmike
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I just purchased a Taylor "Smoke Wagon" (Uberti) deluxe revolver in .45 Long Colt with a 5.5 inch barrel. The manual says that the firing pin is designed only to punch the primer when the trigger is pulled but also recommends that the cylinder under the hammer be kept empty. So, that is what I am going to do.
Here are my questions; I appreciate your answers.
1. Is it a wise policy to only shoot lead bullets out of this type of gun? A person I know very little gave me an almost full box of reloads that have a semi wadcutter type of bullet. I am nervous about shooting somebody else's reloads out of my revolver anyway.
2. Where is the best place to buy western style cartridge belts and holsters without breaking the bank? I did get a holster in the deal but no belt and will first try to match what I have to save some money. I realize over time that a holster will likely discolor the gun. I am wondering if there is a way to "break in" the holster making it more supple.
3. If there is anythng else I should know about the care and feeding of this type of revolver please let me know. (I have already purchased and loaded snap-caps for dry firing)
THANKS!
Here are my questions; I appreciate your answers.
1. Is it a wise policy to only shoot lead bullets out of this type of gun? A person I know very little gave me an almost full box of reloads that have a semi wadcutter type of bullet. I am nervous about shooting somebody else's reloads out of my revolver anyway.
2. Where is the best place to buy western style cartridge belts and holsters without breaking the bank? I did get a holster in the deal but no belt and will first try to match what I have to save some money. I realize over time that a holster will likely discolor the gun. I am wondering if there is a way to "break in" the holster making it more supple.
3. If there is anythng else I should know about the care and feeding of this type of revolver please let me know. (I have already purchased and loaded snap-caps for dry firing)
THANKS!