I built a 45 ACP from a Model 28-2. The only thing I had done by someone else was boring and rifling the barrel. Turned out great! Still have it and shoot it.

The 44 S&W Special is a good cartridge also. If you are thinking of a 5” barrel, have it done now, with the rest of the work. It will not add that much time or money to the project and you won’t have to get new leather.

Keep us posted!

Kevin

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