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n5wmk wrote:You might consider a convertible revolver. I have the Ruger Blackhawk with both the .45 Colt and .45 ACP cylinders. Lowers the plinking costs considerably when using the .45 ACP cylinder. They also offer it in .357/9mm version, among others.

i've looked at these and tried to find one recently. They don't show up at the shows much. A dealer said they are slow movers.

i like both formats.

Thanks

AndyC wrote:

TLE2 wrote:RIA models have been less than 400 on gunbroker and grab-a-gun lately. Cheap entry into 1911 heaven.

And good after-market service, too. Here's my RIA - just over 39,000 rounds later:

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i've looked at these and a good friend swears by them. 39k rounds down the pipe and it's still ticking that's endorsement enough

AndyC wrote:

Rugerboy50 wrote:Have been looking at Springfield's. Has to have a parkerized finish and dark walnut grips.

I'm sensing you want a military look, so... the Milspec model:

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Yep you nailed it.

I've looked at the mil spec many a time and it will be either this or the range officer if i go that way.

I like the mil spec price point.

function12 wrote:I got a Ruger Vaquero in 357 a year ago. Almost got the 45LC but ammo just too steep. It is one of my favorite guns to shoot right now. Single action real slows down the amount of ammo I go through.
I do want to get a 1911 next though.

i have looked at the 357 Vaquero and Blackhawk, I like the versatility of being both a handgun and rifle cartridge.

Charles L. Cotton wrote:

Rugerboy50 wrote:. . . That leaves a .45 and everyone says a collection isn't complete without one.

You're not fully dressed without one either!

Chas.

Great comment. I need a new something for PSC range time. I want something to hit the plate racks with.

So it's time for a new toy.

Collection is only missing a revolver and a 1911 .45acp.

Only interested in single action .45LC revolver and can't see spending $1.00 per round for plinking.

That leaves a .45 and everyone says a collection isn't complete without one.

Have been looking at Springfield's. Has to have a parkerized finish and dark walnut grips.