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#97100 - 12/05/11 09:45 PM

the addiction is rekindled!

bmbailes
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so as some of you know, i just got back into handgun hunting and successfully got a buck saturday. now im really itching:) for Christmas i am trying to decide on a new shooter. i want a single action again. but im stuck on being practical....do i get a ss single six, that can be used for small game, cheap plinking, and a good fishing sidekick....or do i try something big, like a ruger ss 45 colt, i have never shot a 45colt. i shot a 44mag for awhile but i got a lil flinchy from shooting heavy lead. what are yalls opinions?

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#97104 - 12/05/11 10:18 PM

Re: the addiction is rekindled! [Re: bmbailes]

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If you don't already have a .22 to fit the small game/kit gun bill, then I would go with the single six. If there already is a horse in that stall then go with the big boomer.

As for the caliber, .44 or .45, flip a coin, no bad choices there.
If you reload both calibers can be loaded down to real powder puff loads or loaded up to "make me flinch" levels.

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#97107 - 12/05/11 10:42 PM

Re: the addiction is rekindled! [Re: 98Redline]

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i dont own a .22 handgun. so i am leaning towards that. i think i wont a 4 5/8" barrel length. seems about ideal for carrying.

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#97108 - 12/05/11 10:44 PM

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A 22 is never a bad thing, trigger time is trigger time and 22's are still cheaper than 44's. Can you load your own ammo, or do you wish to learn how to do so?

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#97129 - 12/06/11 07:29 AM

Re: the addiction is rekindled! [Re: s4s4u]

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Get a .22. I suggest a Ruger Single Six or Mk. II or III Target.

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#97130 - 12/06/11 07:43 AM

Re: the addiction is rekindled! [Re: 500WE]

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All I can do is reiterate what has already been said...

The 44 & 45 are close, the slight edge going to the 45 with good handloads. But I dont think your game will ever be able to tell the difference if you do your part.

I would lean towards a 22. Having two MKII competition 22's I think that they are a huge asset.

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#97133 - 12/06/11 09:03 AM

Re: the addiction is rekindled! [Re: TCTex.]

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The 3ed handgun I bought was a S&W mod 34 and fired so many rounds that I finally had it hard chromed. Did alot to help with the trigger squeeze which I think is the most important part of shooting a handgun accuretly. I still have a hard time with the squeeze after I fired the first round and have to shoot a 2nd or 3ed round at game....

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#97141 - 12/06/11 09:56 AM

Re: the addiction is rekindled! [Re: jamesfromjersey]

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Yeah, im leaning towards the single six. i am also getting a starter reloading setup from my wife, so i will begin the real fun of reloading soon! thats another reason i was trying to decide what to get.

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#97147 - 12/06/11 11:21 AM Re: the addiction is rekindled! [Re: bmbailes]
Anonymous Anonymous Unregistered	BUY BOTH! You only live once, might as well go for broke. (or be broke) LOL
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