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Bearcat
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Howdy forum members. I have a question on the Bisley 44 special flattop.
So, my understanding of the Bisley-style gripframe is that its main benefit is REDUCING FELT RECOIL. This is why so many custom gunmakers - such as Linebaugh - use it for ultra-large-calibers. I assume (what does that make out of "u" and me...) this is why Elmer Keith also used it on his #5, for his ultra-powerful 44 special loads that eventually led to the 44 magnum.
What then, is the big draw in the 44 special flattop on the mid size frame? If the "barn burner" "Ruger only" loads can only be shot out of the large frame anyway...why would you want a Bisley grip when you have the option of the Colt-Style XR grip frame on the regular flattops that points so well and is fast on the draw?
Interested in your thoughts....
So, my understanding of the Bisley-style gripframe is that its main benefit is REDUCING FELT RECOIL. This is why so many custom gunmakers - such as Linebaugh - use it for ultra-large-calibers. I assume (what does that make out of "u" and me...) this is why Elmer Keith also used it on his #5, for his ultra-powerful 44 special loads that eventually led to the 44 magnum.
What then, is the big draw in the 44 special flattop on the mid size frame? If the "barn burner" "Ruger only" loads can only be shot out of the large frame anyway...why would you want a Bisley grip when you have the option of the Colt-Style XR grip frame on the regular flattops that points so well and is fast on the draw?
Interested in your thoughts....