Local shop Bisley 357 - Bought it!

Yes, it is an El Paso Saddlery holster.

I have never owned one but I am going to take a look at their holsters now.

Top quality!

Bill

Beautiful rig!
Ya' done good!

Got out today for a little shooting.

Great trigger.



Bill

Beautiful gun, nice rig. You did good. I love the Bisleys.

the ultimate launch platform for a 357 is my first year (1954) highway patrol,,,,,,,,,,,,

What a beauty!

Nice Bisley, and a dandy holster. I think that holster sells for over $150 new, so you did real good on that outfit.

cas said:

I want a 357 Bisley to make into a .357/44 Bain and Davis.

I never sought one out for the conversion because once I do, after a bit it will be "Now what?" :lol:
But if one ever falls in my lap, I'll be sure to snap it up.

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From what I understood, .357/44 Bain and Davis had problem locking cylinder with hot loads. Some say that meticulous cleaning and removing any trace of lubricant in chambers could considerably reduce this problem, but not completely.

Apparently, 357/41 is better choice. GARY REEDER made 356, but too short neck for my taste http://www.reedercustomguns.com/information/gnr_cartridges.htm .

Did you ever consider Ruger .357 Maximum? They are available https://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/product_info.php/products_id/716005861/used+ruger+.357+maximum+new+model+blackhawk , https://www.gunbroker.com/item/774809243 , and with any sane load, it will give you all you want from 357 caliber. Just stay away from light bullets and double base powders. If you want to buy one, check forcing cone and aft face of the barrel for erosion. You might want to reset barrel and clean erosion.

My LGS had a nice Maximum about 6 months ago for $599. I didn't handle it but it looked in good shape. Went back 2 weeks later and it was gone. You snooze you loose is right. They now have a used SS Blackhawk in 357 for $400 that I am eyeballing. I can't keep up loading and shooting what I have. To practical?