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    Elk with a 44

    All 3 Moose died remarkably easy, hit behind the shoulder they did the 10 step stumble then fall routine. The Bison hit just behind the shoulder to my surprise dropped right on the spot. None of the bullets exited. I did all this in the 90's and I cannot remember the load I used. I am sure it...
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    Elk with a 44

    If you were going to hunt Elk with a 44 magnum revolver, what do you suppose would be your choice of bullet weight? Shots would be limited to 65 yards. I have killed 1 Bison, 1 Mt. Goat, 2 Bear, 3 Moose and many Deer and Antelope with a 44 Redhawk using 240 grain handloads but Elk are much...
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    Cutting down a 7.5 Redhawk

    Trade it ,keep it ,sell it. BUY a new gun with the barrel length you desire. You will be happier in the long run. Jeff
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    New Vaquero Grips

    Does anybody make a larger grip for the New Vaquero, Flattop Blackhawk? I have internet looked everywhere I can think of. Thanks Jeff
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    Redhawk grip help

    For me the Uncle Mikes is the only way to go. Tried Pachmayrs regular and gripper, Hogues, and Tyler Ts. Mikes won out...for me. Jeff
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    What's the best way to put the bolt back in 1022

    1+ for the bolt bar tool. Used it many times, make life easier Jeff
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    Best grip for a Redhawk .45

    I tried 5 different aftermarket Redhawk grips. Uncle Mike's are ones I use.
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    Any one know where these Maximums are?

    Do not know if this helps any, I saw #0475 advertised NIB with shipper box at a gun show in Salt Lake City on 2-23 sorry no other details. Jeff
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    Buck with the Gallagher

    I totally agree ANY deer take with a handgun is a trophy. It is some of the most rewarding hunting there is. Jeff
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    New - Ruger #5058 -- Full Lug 4" Redhawk, 44 Mag

    Had Bowen build a GP44 for me it is the best of both Redhawk worlds Super RH frame milled off extension original RH barrel threaded in place. See pictures that Onty posted. Mine has a 4-3/4" barrel, you can choose your length. Recoil is way less than my on my 5.5" original RH that has been...
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    Chipped grip

    S&W K frame smooth target grips. Bought them at a gun show cannot believe I did not notice the chip, Jeff
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    Chipped grip

    I have a grip with a small chip {maybe 3/16"} on the upper edge where it meets the grip frame. I do not have the missing piece. Any ideas on how to fix/fill in the missing piece? Thanks Jeff
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    5.5" Redhawk released?

    Thank you for the info Jeff
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    .256 Win Mag, Question On Crimp

    I have a 256 revolver I definitely crimp my reloads. I also feel a consistent crimp gives a more consistent burn on the powder. Jeff
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