Hey Grizzly... man, a fella gets a new rifle at BT and goes crazy startin' his own Society! I think it's great. Made me start looking around for one. And as chance happens, I found a Chaparral 1876 in 40-60. What's a good price, is this a good choice over the other makers and is this caliber too dinky?
Happy trails...
Howdy, Chick. Good to hear from ya! Yep, got that new Uberti 76 at BT and got all plum exicipated!
Actually, I have been fascinated with the model for many years. I have a couple of originals that I have shot off and on. These new ones should allow us to explore the potential of the caliber family as well as the design - without having to put added wear and tear on the old ones.
As for the 40-60, Mike V and some others seem to hold a low opinion of the caliber. Light caliber in one of the heaviest rifles kind of thing. I have had no experience with it, but figure it should make a fine deer hunting round, as well as a good mid range caliber. Given the weight of the rifle, I suspect it will be a super combination to shoot!
As for price, I saw that Pecos Clyde was selling his Chap 40-60 for $700, which seems like a steal to me. Most I have seen have been along the order of $1000+
Since Rattlesnake Jack is putting up some lever porn, here is one of my originals. 45-75 short rifle with shotgun butt, "as finished for the English trade." British proofed.
Post some pics of your new 76 for us!