Birdshead 45ACP with Bisley hammer

[Wheelyfun44]

Hey All.
Finally got the Power Customs Bisley hammer/trigger kit installed and operating.
Haven't even fired this revolver yet, but the trigger pull is AMAZING with the Power Customs kit installed. (maybe TOO light)
Better pics to follow, when I can take some natural light photos, but for now:

 

[Smee781]

I did the same thing to my SS 45C but I just bought a Ruger Bisley hammer and recontured it to fit myself. My thumb can reach the hammer with out having to readjust my grip, a bonus for sure.

 

[Rainy Day Shooter]

If it shoots half as well as it looks you should be in for a great time!

 

[Wheelyfun44]

If it shoots half as well as it looks you should be in for a great time!

Thanks!
Taking it out for it's first downrange adventure this weekend.

 

[mrbumps]

I've been thinking of doing that to my Birdshead. Did you use the regular size Power Customs kit, or is there a smaller size? I've installed them in Blackhawks before, but wasn't sure if they would work in the New Vaquero frames.

 

[ProfessorWes]

Nice. :mrgreen:

 

[Wheelyfun44]

I've been thinking of doing that to my Birdshead. Did you use the regular size Power Customs kit, or is there a smaller size? I've installed them in Blackhawks before, but wasn't sure if they would work in the New Vaquero frames.

When you order from the Power Custom web site, there is a drop-down menu for what size frame you want.

 

[Wheelyfun44]

In reference to the question regarding fit and function: My gunsmith had to take over the installation project, once it became clear to me that the fit wasn't exactly...drop in!
He carried on some conversations with Ron Powers himself, and ended up having to file off some material from the grip frame.

All is well now, and the half cock capability is a hoot (not used to that on a Ruger)!

Hate to admit it....but this thing has STILL not been fired!

Plenty of 45 ACP on hand, just need some time!
(full range report to follow)

 

[MCPO]

. . . Hate to admit it....but this thing has STILL not been fired!

Looking at your photos I was really in awe at how slight a ring you have on that cylinder. Mine is about 5 times larger - now I understand

 

[Wheelyfun44]

. . . Hate to admit it....but this thing has STILL not been fired!

Looking at your photos I was really in awe at how slight a ring you have on that cylinder. Mine is about 5 times larger - now I understand

Well.....I have snap caps in the cylinder, and DO dry fire the heck out of it!
I am somewhat fastidious regarding the condition of my weapons, and try to prevent the "ring" around the cylinder by lining up the cylinder flutes (centered each side on the top strap) before closing the loading gate.

Of course, the design of the Ruger single action WILL carve a line in the cylinder finish, regardless of handling habits.....but it can be reduced by the above mentioned steps!

The Colt clones I've owned had NO rings in the cylinder finish, because I NEVER lowered the hammer from half cock. (and the timing was perfect??)

 

[Cherokee Slim]

Where did the grips come from?
Cherokee Slim

 

[Wheelyfun44]

Grips are Eagle Gunfighter Rosewood checkered......
Much thinner than factory grips, and make the birdshead sit perfectly in my hand.

I've had Eagle grips on all of my single action revolvers at one point or another, and always loved them!

 

[Cherokee Slim]

That's what I needed, thanks