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Offline WNY_Whitetailer

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« on: October 11, 2004, 03:07:08 AM »
I did it...I went to my local gun shop and ordered a Ruger Super Blackhawk Hunter in 44mag for whitetail season this year.  The owner of the store talked me out of a 2x20 Burris scope in favor of a red dot.  I agreed with him that most of my shots where I hunt are under 50 yards and the red dot would be perfect.  The quicker target acquisition and a much cheaper price was also attractive to me too...I should have it all in my hand this Friday morning...The owner will mount the scope and bore site it for me too.  Then  the work begins.  I need to get comfortable and effective with this firearm out to 50 yards in about 5 weeks.  I can do it...There are several ranges in my area that I can frequent to dial this gun in tight and get used to the recoil.  I just need to find some off the shelf ammo to use and I will be on my way.  I will not reload yet...Maybe in the future.
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« Reply #1 on: October 11, 2004, 04:22:52 AM »
You'll LOVE shooting that gun---mine is the Bisley version---seemed easier to handle to my medium sized hands--- Everyone who has shot my gun has been surprised at the lack of punishment ---and I use a 310 grain hardcast  gas check over 21 grains of H110---a very stout load. With a 240 gr Hornaday XTP over 24 gr H110  ( this approximates Hornaday's factory ammo----good for deer), the felt recoil is MUCH less than a .357 mag in a S&W mod.66 shooting a full power load.  Have a productive season!!!!!   :grin:   pg
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« Reply #2 on: October 11, 2004, 03:01:55 PM »
I'll second CKnight98's opinion on the winchester white box.  It works great for me as well.
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« Reply #3 on: October 12, 2004, 08:11:55 AM »
Thanks guys...I'll give that Winchester white box a try...Looks like I may have to get into reloading sooner rather than later.
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« Reply #4 on: October 14, 2004, 01:56:13 PM »
hornady 240 gr XTP or 300 gr XTP factory ammo. Fairly stiff factory loads, good accuracy.
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« Reply #5 on: October 15, 2004, 05:58:31 PM »
You southern guys are getting a better price on the Winchester white box. I have been paying $20. The Mag Tech line is the same price here in 240 but is a jfp which I prefer. Save your brass!!!
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« Reply #6 on: October 16, 2004, 05:01:14 PM »
:cb2: I have found the 240-gr. PMC TCSP to be a great performer for the money. My local dealer had it on sale for $12.99 per box of 50, and I wish I had the money at the time to buy a case of it.  :cry:
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« Reply #7 on: October 17, 2004, 06:49:31 AM »
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I know Grey Beard don't like PMC but i have had good luck with it and the brass is good to reload, If i can't get Fed. Brass i turn to the PMC and have good luck. good luck...Joe..
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« Reply #8 on: October 25, 2004, 06:30:49 PM »
Another Vote for the Win. 240JSP
I shoot a SBH .44 Bisley and get 2" group's at 50 yd.s
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« Reply #9 on: October 25, 2004, 10:11:37 PM »
I usa Win 250 gr. Platium Tip HP's.Surprem in the black box..............Rick
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« Reply #10 on: October 27, 2004, 09:44:24 AM »
I got the call...My Ruger SBHH is in...The Red Dot site has been mounted and bore sighted.  I am going to register it tomorrow with my pistol permit office and pick it up on Friday or Saturday.  I can't wait to go shooting...I think I will start off with some 44 Specials first to get accustomed to the gun.  Then I will step up to the 44 mags...
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« Reply #11 on: October 27, 2004, 01:57:55 PM »
I would suggest cleaning the chambers before swapping to 44 magnum rounds. It only takes a few minutes and itÂ’s the right thing to do.

Be Safe,
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« Reply #12 on: October 28, 2004, 07:35:59 AM »
Rather than use .44spl, why not just use light loaded .44mags? A 240 gr swc over 7.0 gr Unique is a good, accurate, easy shooting load and you don't need different types of brass.  :lol:  PG
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« Reply #13 on: October 28, 2004, 07:55:40 AM »
A friend from another forum offered to let me shoot some of his light loaded 44 mag cartridges.  I don't reload so I cannot load my own yet.
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« Reply #14 on: October 28, 2004, 03:54:31 PM »
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Give the name of that dealer, PMC's work great in my 1894P Marlin I would do a case or split with you. At $ 12 what ever a box of 50.
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« Reply #15 on: November 24, 2004, 02:18:28 AM »
For factory, I really like the 300grain horndy...a smooth shoot in my 4 5/8 sbh...but reloading is what keeps me shootin' God Bless Mr. Dillion...
I use 6-10 grains of unique over a 300grain gc lead bullet...6 grains makes a nice cowboy feel, as does 7...my wife favorite gun is my 44 with 7 grains...
Reloading is great, helps me teach newbie's with what few guns I got...a 6 grain round out of my 44s is like shooting a 38...if not easier...then when I take my 15 year old nephew its the 10 grains for him...he out shoots his uncle, and loves the recoil...
My recomendation for your new beautiful SBH hunter...have the trigger lightened with the wolf springs...that gun is my favorite 44 I have shot, and could kick myself for not buying it instead of the SRH...

Fred :toast:  Happy thanksgivin' Y'all, time to thank the Blessed Creator for His awsome gifts!!!
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