TO WB: BORN AGAIN BISLEY
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TO WB; BORN AGAIN BISLEY BEFORE
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I love it! So encouraging, gives one a sense of hope
That is one of the most beautiful examples of any firearm I've ever seen. A joy just to behold in simple image.
I am happy I finally got the money and courage both together at the same time (finally) and dove into my first real Colt Single Action. It's taken over half a century. 2020 seems like a good time for it.
Two strikes against my purchase; it's a .32 WCF, the most common caliber offered, and a Bisley. The black sheep of SAA aficionados. But I like them both no matter, happy as a clam. History buffs know that the .32-20 was likely more prolific in the West than many realize. Both SAA and 1873 were rife in the caliber. Half a box of rounds don't unduly weigh down a pocket either. Darling of the shooting range, accurate and unobtrusive blast. I can shoot two for one, lead and powder.
I know my first foray is not that desirable or sexy but it seems fitting for me. Looking forward to the project in large. I can't wait.
TWO STRIKES?? NO WAY--MORE LIKE
A COUPLE TRIPLES! FROM THE PICTURES YOU POSTED I WOULD NOT CHANGE IT BUT SIMPLY ENJOY AS IS.
Yes, two strikes for it!
That is a great example. Fun to shoot, plus cheap to shoot. Once you get the throat diameter, then decide bullet weight, you will really enjoy that.
What kind of holster are you going to use? I chose a shoulder holster, just for the added protection, in case of rain or sandstorm. Slower to draw, but it doesn’t try to pull my pants down.
I wanted one mechanically sound I could shoot
I am glad I waited to maturity. God takes care of me like that. I can really enjoy all aspects of it. I can't wait to feel the grip, balance, the reach to that flat worn hammer checkering. The feel and sound of that click-clickety-click-click. The way the black looking grips show true brown in the good light. The camming glide of that ejector, worn smooth over a literal century, as it slides through the gun. I'm a hopeless fanatic but I do enjoy it.
Then there is the load crafting mentioned. Figuring the bore and most suitable dimensions for peak performance. Back in the day soft lead was likely the most forgiving aspect of all the shooting. So it leaded up the bore fast, but it bumped up and shot good till it did. We have a different perspective today. Even without hotting up the velocity simply switching to a bore riding proper slug with nice generous meplat will do wonders for terminal performance.
Yes I can hardly wait. Another gratuitous photo.
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