Posted: 5/22/2006 7:01:42 PM EDT
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I've decided that I need a Single Action .357, and I wan't one of the style of a Colt SAA. It will be a fun gun. Maybe Cowboy action in the future, but for now, a range gun, plinker and maybe "fishing" gun. I wan't 5-6" barrel. Blued Wood grips Fixed sights Call me a heretic, but I don't really care for Case Coloring. I could live with it, as appearantly that's what's most available, but I would prefer a solid blue. If I could afford it, I'd get a Freedom Arms. But I can't. So what are your thoughts on the Beretta Stampede, Ruger Vaquero, and the Cimmarons. I know of a couple Cimmarons that have been sitting in a display case that I could get a good deal on. |
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The Beretta's, Uberti's and Cimarron's are all made using the same parts from Italy. The difference is whose name is on the side and with Cimarron, they polish in the internals to make the actions and triggers smoother. The Vaquero is a kind of SAA clone, but has a transfer bar and some other features that you would not find on a SAA. Of those I would go with a Cimarron. You could email them and see if a solid blued SAA would a possibility. Who knows they might offer one and it might be cheaper. You could also get a nickel SAA from them or try out... http://www.cimarron-firearms.com/Stainless.htm A polished stainless version. One piece solid walnut grips, 5 1/2 inch barrel and .357 magnum is available. |
| I don't know much about the models you are looking at. What I do know is this, The Ruger is damn strong but does not have the hammer mounted firing pin. Great gun if this doesn't bother you. Cimmaron make a good quality gun you can't go wrong with one. If it were me I would take a look at Us Fire Arms. They have exactly what you are looking for except you would have to upgrade the stocks. I find these to be the best SAA recreations made. Also the best for the money. |
Of the ones you listed I would say Cimarron. But like NateM4, I would go with USFA...and thats what I did do actually. |
| Thanks for the suggestions. I'll speak with my dealer and see what she can do for me. I have no particular opposition to the transfer bar safety, assuming that if I did try Cowboy action it would be kosher. As a range, fun, and all around woods sidearm, it sounds practical. |
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im not a CASS, but my LGS and associates are. stay away from the colts and similar IF you are going to do CASS. they are fine guns for shooting, but are not holding up to the long use. you dont have to take my word for it, just ask if youre going in that direction. that said, there is nothing wrong with Colts. i love em and have alot of them. But if youre going to go for a SA, try some before you buy. Rugers are nice, but the original versions suck. i like the "open gate/load" feature, but the cyliner doesnt stop at the chamber. There are aftermarket "reverse pawl" kits, but Ruger has a new version. So if you get a Ruger, get one of the newer version where it has the reversable rotating cylinder. I have an really nice AWA, but dont hear much about them now. they may still be out there. take a look at the Beretta, Cimmeron, Taurus and others too. |
| the rugers are nice but don't have the true saa feel--4 clicks to the hammer as it goes back. but the transfer bar is a nice safety feature--load 6 and be safe. the new taurus has 3 screws, transfer bar, and 4 clicks to the hammer. i don't know if it is any good or if it is even in stores yet but it might be worth a look. |
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Thanks for the suggestions. I'll have to try a few. I forgot about the Taurus. I handled a Gaucho a while ago at a trade show but haven't had the opportunity to shoot one. The early production sample was loose and I would worry about the timing. I'll have to go play with a few of them in the next few weeks. Since it is primarily a "fun gun" I debated getting a rimfire, like a single six, because it's cheaper to feed. (Besides, I like .22's) However, I believe everyone ought to own at least one .357. |
My wife got me a Uberti copy of the 1890 Remington Police in 45 Colt. It's an excellent piece and I really like it. The Uberti line seems to be very well made. |