.45 ACP Revolver Picture Thread (All Models)

[Stainz]

Always bring extra ammo...

I keep 105 loaded moonclips, as above, in each of two metal .223 ammo boxes - and a pair of Tupperware fridge boxes with 15 loaded clips in each for range bag carry. The 105 loaded clips loosely fit in three levels of three rows of seven on each layer, with a hardboard separator. Drill a 1" hole on one end to act as a finger hole for removal. The best accessory for a .45 ACP S&W revolver, in my mind, is easy - more moonclips! Mine came from Ranch Products, maker of the 'clips included with new S&Ws. A nutdriver style demooner is helpful, too.

Merry Christmas!

John

 

[dbl barrel]

my new to me 625-6 45 acp mountain gun

 

[Graakall]

This came up for sale.
Happy now while waiting for the permit.

Merry Christmas too all of You.

 

[fox45]

Customized 3" 625-4 and a 4" Performance Center

 

[Doug M.]

Testing my converted revolver

From an email to Hamilton Bowen earlier today:

The attached photos show a "group" shot at 15 yards on an indoor range about an hour ago. Almost all of it can be covered by the loaded moonclip shown in the second photo. It took me a good close look to realize that the top hole was actually two rounds hitting very close to each other. I shot this double action, too. Amazing for me, given my crummy vision etc. This revolver has an XS front dot and a Bowen rear Express sight - nothing for precision.

The ammo for this group was Georgia Arms 45AR loaded with 200 grain CCI bonded JHP (I presume Gold Dots). I am not sure I care for that ammo; although there were no signs of pressure in the primers or cases, it was just a little harder to extract than I liked, even though the stated velocity is 825fps, well within the standard pressure envelope as I understand it. I only shot 12 of them.

The bullet strikes were a little high seeming until I took off my dunce cap and perceived that the gun was sighted for a 6 o'clock hold, at least for my eyes. I am also off to the right about ... 2" or so at 15 yards, which may also be a function of my eyes and/or being left handed. It was pretty consistent with all ammo types; the 12 rounds of 45AR, and about 100 rounds of Black Hills 230 grain ball, and a few rounds of Gold Dot 230 grain JHP (my old duty ammo). When I do some cleaning this afternoon I'll work on the sights a bit. I may also have to find some better grips; the monogrip seems a bit slick to me.

 

[gasaman]

ENH who did the porting? hammer bob?

 

[max]

My bar-b-que 45.

 

[Waveform]

Ruger New Vaquero in 45ACP

("Look Ma - No moon clips!")

Wave

 

[dlc356]

The only one I have as of now is my Granddad's 1917. That's my .45LC below.

 

[Tinygnat219]

My Governor with the Hogue Zombie Grips. It's so Ugly it's pretty (especially when the grips glow in the dark)

Here is my 1917:

Here is my Webley MK VI made in 1918 that I occasionally shot .45 AR out of. It could handle .45ACP on moonclips, but since the .45 ACP is a bit hotter than the old .455 Webley round, I kept the diet nice and light.

 

[stumper]

I won't post all of mine since most have already turned up here but this one might be of interest. It's a 625-4, which is the Springfield Armory Commerative but this one does not have the engraving. The product number on the box references the Commerative and the serial number seems to indicate a small over run of guns sold public without the markings. I probably should get it lettered some day to see what Roy turns up on it. The grips are not original, as it came with the Hogue Monogrip.

 

[Janitor]

A 625-3 with target trigger & hammer -

A 22-4 (SN: TRR00xx). The stag grips are enough thicker than the stock grips to be a lot more managable.

The 22-4 in it's barbque leather -

 

[C17]

Here is my 625-8

 

[wheelyfun66]

Sorry to contaminate this thread with a NON S&W, but.....I see that has already happened here and there.
A Ruger Vaquero Birdshead in 45ACP.

 

[Redlegvzv]

Wow, nice thread, folks and some beautiful revolvers. I pick up my S&W 625JM from Turners next Friday. Hoping I like the way it shoots! .45 in a revolver should be a kick if you will excuse the pun.

 

[Janitor]

Sorry to contaminate this thread ....

Ruger - contaminate?

I distinctly read the words "all models" in the thread title.

Bisley Blackhawk .45 acp / .45 Colt convertable

 

[varmint243]

The safe queen days are over for this 25-2
I recently bought this from a friend and it shoots as good as you would expect.
(reposted pics)

 

[StrawHat]

Yes, this is an old thread but many of the photos are fuzzy or missing, not unlike the posters.

My photos disappeared so here are a couple new photos to view and revive the thread. First up is the 28-2 I built in the 80s and second is the S&W rebuttal in stainless steel. A Foothills revolver and a Mountain Gun.

Both revolvers have rounded butts. The Mountain Gun is wearing a pair of stag cb/sb inversions, the Foothills Revolver has a pair of RB on it. At least until I fashion another conversion set.

Kevin

 

[JJ_BPK]

Agreed, I'll contribute.
My 25-2 with factory-installed Ti cylindar

 

[shrade]

Strawhat: I like the "foot hills" revolver, Awesome!