Howdy Pards
Here I am with another set of questions.
I'm in search of a perfect sixshooter to match my person.
As you know, I started with 1892 Rossi in .357mag as I like this caliber and will go deer hunting for sure, and will do quite a bit of shooting at the range. No CAS for me.
During the past few months (yes, months) I tried to decide what I want when it comes to revolvers and here is what I came up with: nothing!
I must've read at least a 60 different topics on more than two dozen forums trying to find out what other people like.
I have come to some choices:
1. Colt SAA in .45LC- love the history, authenticity, big bullet
2. Uberti El PAtron in .45LC- love all above plus a price is a little better than Colt
3. Number 1 or 2 in .357mag as I love the idea of a matching caliber in rifle and a revolver
4. I've handled both 5.5 and 4.75in barrels- love them both and can't decide. I'm worried that if I choose the 5.5 I will end up carrying something a little too big at occasions, and if I go with 4 3/4 and needed a longer shot, say 50yds, I won't be able to make it.
I always loved the idea that if I'm going to get a Colt it would be in .45LC, but after all, who is this show for?
I also like the .357mag for obvious reasons and I think it's a better rifle cardridge.
While Colt is my dreamed gun, and I would be willing to spend $1600.00 on the gun (just checked some prices yesterday) there is plenty of great reviews on many Uberti 1873s, EMFs or Piettas slick ups, Taylor's versions, Rugers New Vaquero, etc. There is just too many choices, and I'm going nuts.
I do know that I want color case hardened frame with blue barrel and cylinder, that's for sure.
While I understand the whole idea of a longer barrel=llonger sight radius=better accuracy, I can't make myself believe that 4.75" are that lousy when it comes to accuracy. Now, I'm not the best shot, more of a rifleman than a revolver shooter really, and SAs are not really designed for bullseye accuracy, so is there really that much of a difference?
I'd like to carry it. If not exactly every day, most of the time.
I'd like to take it to the woods, just in case something will try to eat my wife (no real danger in my state anyway).
I'd like to plink with it, and I do know that .38spl is hard to beat in this department.
So, you mighty Old West warriors, let's hear your opinions one more time. Do this favor for your young fellow American, who just turned 28 and had over 35 guns purchased before he got married.
Would love to hear your recommendations. Help.
Much appreciated all of You!