Reposted here: BFR 50 AE or 475 Linebaugh

[RB98SS]

I didn't get any replies in the "Handgun General" forum so I thought I'd give the SA forum a try.  Doesn't anyone own a BFR is 50 AE?

I've been looking high and low online and locally for a BFR in 480/475 and can't locate one anywhere.  I've been able to find the 7 1/2" model but not the 6 1/2" one that I prefer.  CDNN has the 6 1/2" BFR in 50 AE for a good price but I'm not sure I want to mess with the rebated rim, head spacing on the mouth and taper crimp of this cartridge.  I am currently loading for 50 AE as I have a Desert Eagle in that caliber already but am not sure about keeping lead bullets from creeping in the BFR.

Does anyone here have a BFR in 50 AE that could provide me with some insight as to if they are having issues with bullet creep?

I really want the 475 but the price is right on the 50.

Thanks.

[Lloyd Smale]

personaly id pay a bit more for the 475. Its easier to work with and components are easier to come by and its more powerful on the top end.

[Axehandle]

No 50AE BFR experience but do have 50AE FA experience.  The limitation of the 50AE is the taper crimp.  Limit your bullets to 325/330 and you will be fine.

[ole 5 hole group]

Hard to believe this one hasn't sold yet but if you're still looking here's a decent priced BFR in 475L.

http://www.rugerforum.com/phpBB/viewtopic.php?t=113307

[RB98SS]

Hard to believe this one hasn't sold yet but if you're still looking here's a decent priced BFR in 475L.

http://www.rugerforum.com/phpBB/viewtopic.php?t=113307

Wow, thanks for the link.  That's a great deal on that revolver.  Although I'm looking for a 6 1/2", I'd have definitely considered getting the 7 1/2" for that price.

It appears it's SPF though.