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Hello, I am wondering how tight a cast bullet should fit the cylinder throats of a revolver? I have a Registered Magnum and a Colt Python that I am trying to find the right bullet for. I pushed a commercial cast SWC through both of them and the RM takes a little pressure to get it started, but...

Hello, I shoot a .375 H&H for fun, I have never hunted. I normally shoot the Hornady 300gr Interlock RN bullet in my Model 70, those milk jugs never knew what hit them LOL. I finally ran out and went online to re-stock only to find out Hornady has discontinued this bullet, and put all other...

Anybody know what happened to them? I have purchased a lot of bullets from them in the past, they are great. I went to their website today and found this: Mt. Baldy Bullet Company - Cody, Wyoming Jared

Hello, Back in 2003 or 2004 I owned two of the Performance Center Schofields, I sold them in 2006. Just last week I had the opportunity to buy a NIB 7" PC Schofield, with the cherry wood case for $1049, I had to buy it just because the price was so good. I am contemplating shooting it, as I...

I have recently been re-acqainted with the .44 Magnum, after not owning/shooting one for 4-5 years or so. I stumbled onto a website talking about Robert E. Peterson and his Polar Bear taken with a .44 Magnum. They have some small photo's of the revolver, and have become curious about it. It...

I am looking for a list of early .44 Magnum articles. I recently picked up a Model 29 from 1961, and find the .44 Magnum to be a great and interesting round. I discovered that the .44 Magnum was used to kill a polar bear back in 1965, by Robert E. Peterson. Were there any good articles on...

I bought a box of Mt. Baldy Bullet Co.'s 250gr Keith's. They are BHN 11, and sized .430". I loaded up 50 of them last week over 9.5gr of Unique, which should run a little over 1,000 fps or so. To make a long story short, they leaded the first 1.5-2" of the barrel pretty badly. I assume that...

I recently purchased a Model 29 no dash from PattonTime. The deal was very smooth. The seller had professional images taken of the revolver which was a very nice touch; it made my decision much easier. Also packaged very well. He is a good communicator, which is key for me. I don't like it...

Hello, I am curious what the throat dimensions on an early Model 29 from 1961 usually are? What size lead bullets work the best? .430"? Thanks, Jared

If somebody is visiting from out of state, and brings with them a gun that you want to buy, can you buy the gun from them? Can you go to a local FFL and have him do the transfer just as if it was shipped to him? Just curious. Jared

I am curious if anybody know when S&W changed from the blueing used in the late 50's to what they use today? If a 50's S&W were sent in in 1972 for a re-blue, would it receive the same type of blue that it originally had? Jared

Hello gang, I have been offered a 6.5", 5-Screw, .44 Magnum. Seller states 95-96% original blue condition, with minor wear on the right side of the muzzle, and a cylinder turn line. Serial number is S1660XX. No factory re-work marks, and blueing appears original. Comes in a smooth case...

I am curious at what point did S&W stop shipping Cokes on the .44 Magnums? Were 29-2's shipped with them at any point? Thanks, Jared

Hello, I have been searching for a 5-screw Pre-29 .44 Magnum, and have been searching Gunbroker, Auctionarms, Gunsamerica, Collectors Firearms, and Guns International. Are there any other good places that list rare/used S&W's? Thanks, Jared

I am looking at picking up a .44 Magnum, and use to own a 5-screw Pre-29. Back when I had that revolver it seems that it would skip rounds when firing it with factory .44 Magnum ammunition. I like shooting the real thing, not .44 Specials. Anyways, I usually buy older classic revolvers, and...

I have noticed that most Pre-29's have the "SMITH & WESSON," and "44 MAGNUM" rollmarks about centered around the end of the ejector shroud. But on several examples of 4-screw model, the rollmarks are forward of the end of the ejector shroud. Is this normal, or are these examples "fooled with?"...

I am looking for a nice 95-99% original finish 5-screw, Pre-29 .44 Magnum. I would like a 6.5" blued revolver with Cokes. I don't need one with a case or tools, just the revolver. I am also interested in the 4-screw variation as well. Let me know what you have. Thanks, Jared I have...

I have here for sale a 1954 vintage Pre-64 Winchester Model 70, standard grade in .30-'06 Springfield. The rifle has a Weatherby Imperial 2 3/4 to 10 power scope mounted in Buehler bases and rings. The power/zoom ring turns somewhat stiffly, but does turn. This is common on these old scope...

I am interested in picking up a S&W Pre-29, I don't care if it is a 4 or 5-screw. I want a 6.5" barrel, with coke stocks. About 3-4 years ago, I bought a 5-screw that looked like brand new, it was mint. I think I paid around $1,500 for it, with no case or tools. When I received it the...

Hello, Have any of you done business with Dave Riffle Gun Sales? I am interested in a Pre-64 rifle on his site, and was wondering if his description are accurate? Is he easy to do business with? Does he seem honest? Anything you can tell me about this business? I just purchased a rifle...