Which 44 Mag?

[downtownv]

I'm going to buy a 44 mag, for no reason other than "I want one". It will be a range toy, exclusively. I have no plans to add a scope, or to use it for hunting.

Which revolver do you recommend?

Man I had a 1989 Super Blackhwk 7.5" barrel with 6 rounds ever fired thru it from my uncle for $750
It was shot once, put in the safe until he died!
It's at my LGS on consignment.
PM me if your serious and ready NOW.

[JustinN]

Taurus Raging Bull. Grip made to take recoil and ported barrel. Not nearly as fancy as some of the others, but doesn't cost as much and will be easier on the hand to shoot. It's what I'm going to get, but I have the aim to carry it for hunting.

[phil413tx]

Which 44 Mag?

Price point? Ruger or Taurus
Cool factor? Smith & Wesson
Hollywood? The Smith or the Desert Eagle
Strong & Simple? Ruger Blackhawk/Super Blackhawk.

Lots of pretty toys to pick from...


Have fun!

What model of smith & Wesson is that? It sure is pretty...

[Barth]

38 oz of glass bead blast satin stainless Hand Cannon

What model of smith & Wesson is that? It sure is pretty...

Looks like a Model 29 to me.
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Here is my S&W 629-2 Mountain Gun

[newCW45guy]

Ruger Super Blackhawk 10.5 inch barrel was really accurate for me. So much so that I sold it to a competitive shooter and really regret it.

The Ruger can also handle loadings that would burst the S&W 29

[Bawanna]

I have a 10 1/2 stainless Super Blackhawk, always figured I could use it for a cheater bar or maybe a walking stick.

It really get attention when you pull one of those out of the range bag. Have a 7 1/2 too, pretty sizeable piece in it's own right.

They are way tough, I agree they would keep on ticking when the Smiths are picking up pieces.

[Barth]

I have a 10 1/2 stainless Super Blackhawk, always figured I could use it for a cheater bar or maybe a walking stick.

It really get attention when you pull one of those out of the range bag. Have a 7 1/2 too, pretty sizeable piece in it's own right.

They are way tough, I agree they would keep on ticking when the Smiths are picking up pieces.

After seeing an AMT Automag III 30 cal 1911 at the range.
I got the itch for a rifle caliber long barreled handgun. My 5.56 NATO SLR-106U pistol has a 10 1/2 in. chrome lined hammer forged barrel too.

[TheTman]

I saw on Gunbroker, what I would get. A Dan Wesson 44mag Pistol Pack, with 2 differnent barrel lengths, 6 and 8 inch. I just love those old Dan Wessons.

They also had some 445 supermags, but don't know if you can get ammo these days for it. Might have to build your own.

[Barth]

I saw on Gunbroker, what I would get. A Dan Wesson 44mag Pistol Pack, with 2 differnent barrel lengths, 6 and 8 inch. I just love those old Dan Wessons.

They also had some 445 supermags, but don't know if you can get ammo these days for it. Might have to build your own.

I'd really stick to a 44 Magnum.
Super plentiful ammo by lots of manufacturers.
All sorts of weight and bullet construction.
Close range, with the right ammo, it will take a deer like a 30 30 carbine.

There are some Bad Ars 44 Mag rounds out there if your gun gun take it.

[gb6491]

I saw on Gunbroker, what I would get. A Dan Wesson 44mag Pistol Pack, with 2 differnent barrel lengths, 6 and 8 inch. I just love those old Dan Wessons.

They also had some 445 supermags, but don't know if you can get ammo these days for it. Might have to build your own.

I'd really stick to a 44 Magnum.
Super plentiful ammo by lots of manufacturers.
All sorts of weight and bullet construction.
Close range, with the right ammo, it will take a deer like a 30 30 carbine.

There are some Bad Ars 44 Mag rounds out there if your gun gun take it.

FWIW, you can shoot .44 Mag in revolvers chambered for .445 Super Mag.
Regards,
Greg

[RRP]

I went on a road trip and visited two of the largest gun shops in the state, over the weekend. Selection was disappointing. Pathetic, in fact. I saw very few big bore handguns at all; new or used.

The buying frenzy is alive and well. That has pushed prices up considerably. Used guns are selling for the price of new because there are so few new guns available. Smith and Ruger are probably busy pumping out as many of their best selling models as possible. Big bore has taken the backseat.

So the search continues. In this market, patience is key but that is not my strong suit when I get the bug to buy a new gun. I'll keep my eyes open and eventually stumble upon the right 44.

[Barth]

I went on a road trip and visited two of the largest gun shops in the state, over the weekend. Selection was disappointing. Pathetic, in fact. I saw very few big bore handguns at all; new or used.

The buying frenzy is alive and well. That has pushed prices up considerably. Used guns are selling for the price of new because there are so few new guns available. Smith and Ruger are probably busy pumping out as many of their best selling models as possible. Big bore has taken the backseat.

So the search continues. In this market, patience is key but that is not my strong suit when I get the bug to buy a new gun. I'll keep my eyes open and eventually stumble upon the right 44.

I got my pristine S&W 629 Mountain Gun used for $350.00.
That was a long time ago.
But I saw a pristine SP101 for $300 last year just before Xmas.
Right now everybody and their grandmother is buying everything that launches hot lead.

But if you're patient? The right gun will come along.

[RRP]

But if you're patient? The right gun will come along.

Thanks, Barth. That's the encouragement I need.

Patience. Patience.