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DixieTexian
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If you want a replica, get the 1858 Remington. Make sure you get a steel frame, as this is more historically accurate, and more durable. The Remingtons had a top strap over the cylinder, unlike the Colts. This made them stronger. If you get one, and decide you like it and want more, then I would recomend getting a Colt Walker (at least, that is what I want). The Walker was the most powerfull handgun until the advent of the .357 mag. It weighs about 4.5 pounds, and has some issues because it was only the second revolver that Colt produced. Look through Cabelas at what they have to get an idea of what is out there. Also, if you want a more modern cap and ball gun that costs a whole lot more money, you can look into the Ruger Old Army.
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Since you are interested in both modern and traditional the choice is yours!
Traditionally the Colt and Remington copys are hard to beat, tho I prefer the Colt, and have a 51 Navy, this is for fun!, It seems that if you're wanting accuracy go for the Remington, both pretty much period correct, but stay away from brass frames.There are others some pretty pricey,its a good time to enjoy repro's!
However, if your purpose is to USE the pistol you would be advised to go with the Ruger Old Army, It stands alone for dependability, accuracy,(well there are Target grade Remingtons) In looks kinda Remington but more massive and dependable, you wont have parts problems like the pretty Italian jobs, and with proper loading techniques it can go over a hundred rounds downrange, without the need to stop and clean, see what I mean about dependable? Its nipples are set below the hammer fall so that dry firing won't peen them, can't do this with the others, and huge hammer slots between the cylinders for safety needs a mention. Some may counter that the Ruger costs a bunch,
In numbers of dollars, sure! In time Not Spent, tuning ,ordering parts, fitting same, cleaning at range to continue shooting, the ruger will save a bunch too,part of its dependability! Another caveat of the Ruger it seems that some don't like it's weight, ha, fill that chamber with some Swiss and either a ball or bullet, and realize that mass is your friend!
Please don't think I dismiss the Colts or Remingtons,personally I like the colts,and want more of them, Its easy to play with them as I have Ruger's Old Armies to depend on.
robert
who has no axe to grind, and has no Afiliation with Ruger,YMMV,but I doubt it
Since you are interested in both modern and traditional the choice is yours!
Traditionally the Colt and Remington copys are hard to beat, tho I prefer the Colt, and have a 51 Navy, this is for fun!, It seems that if you're wanting accuracy go for the Remington, both pretty much period correct, but stay away from brass frames.There are others some pretty pricey,its a good time to enjoy repro's!
However, if your purpose is to USE the pistol you would be advised to go with the Ruger Old Army, It stands alone for dependability, accuracy,(well there are Target grade Remingtons) In looks kinda Remington but more massive and dependable, you wont have parts problems like the pretty Italian jobs, and with proper loading techniques it can go over a hundred rounds downrange, without the need to stop and clean, see what I mean about dependable? Its nipples are set below the hammer fall so that dry firing won't peen them, can't do this with the others, and huge hammer slots between the cylinders for safety needs a mention. Some may counter that the Ruger costs a bunch,
In numbers of dollars, sure! In time Not Spent, tuning ,ordering parts, fitting same, cleaning at range to continue shooting, the ruger will save a bunch too,part of its dependability! Another caveat of the Ruger it seems that some don't like it's weight, ha, fill that chamber with some Swiss and either a ball or bullet, and realize that mass is your friend!
Please don't think I dismiss the Colts or Remingtons,personally I like the colts,and want more of them, Its easy to play with them as I have Ruger's Old Armies to depend on.
robert
who has no axe to grind, and has no Afiliation with Ruger,YMMV,but I doubt it
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