500 JRH BFR

[Lee Martin]

I just finished this 500 JRH BFR and thought I'd post a picture. It started as an 8.5" even though the Bud's Gun Shop ad and MRI box stated 5.5". Sounds like they have this corrected going foward though.

In the end I'm glad they shipped it long. We cut the barrel to 6.0" which I find to be the perfect length. The extra 0.5" aids balance, at least it does for me. We also added a 2Dogs front post sight made out of stainless. Jack Huntington reconfigured the backstrap and fit high-grade walnut panels. If you own a BFR I highly recommend the JRH reshape:

It's basically matched to my 475 with the exception of the grip material.

 

[MaxP]

Those grips turned out beautiful! I can't wait to send mine off and this gorgeous chunk of English walnut sitting on my desk. Very nice, Lee!

 

[Lee Martin]

That walnut is outstanding Max. I should've bought a chunk when you got yours. I'm just glad Jack had some on hand....as with all of his work they exceeded expectations.

 

[bigboredad]

that is a cool pair of 5 shooters add the sights from 2dogs and the new grips really seem to finish the guns off

 

[Lee Martin]

Thanks. I just wish Magnum Research would adopt a similar backstrap and front-sight. In my opinion they're the only downsides with the BFR.

 

[bigboredad]

I guess I never paid attention but I always thought that the sight on your .475 was one that you and your dad made and I was wondering this whole time what the sites from 2dogs looked like

 

[Lee Martin]

We usually do make our own sights, but I really like the 2Dogs post on BFRs.

 

[MaxP]

These mods completely change the look of the BFR -- for the better. They both look fantastic!

 

[bigboredad]

These mods completely change the look of the BFR -- for the better. They both look fantastic!

I agree

 

[Lee Martin]

Just got word that my JRH brass arrived. Once I get back from Australia there'll be a range report on this one.

 

[2 dogs]

I am taking orders for these front sights at this time. They are available for the BFR and the Single Six. Details in the linked thread. Updated list in post #33.

http://singleactions.proboards.com/index.cgi?board=sas&action=display&thread=7221&page=1

 

[Lee Martin]

If you own a BFR or a Single-Six, I highly recommend 2Dog's front post. Excellent fit, slick design, and very crisp sight pattern.

 

[bigboredad]

Just got word that my JRH brass arrived. Once I get back from Australia there'll be a range report on this one.

Australia! man I hope you take a bucket load of pics. You probably mentioned it somewhere and I missed the reason for you going but it doesn't matter you get to go! that is soooo stinking cool. Wow you and whit get to have all the fun :lol: Have a good trip and if you are hunting or shooting good luck

 

[Lee Martin]

Thanks. I'm actually in Sydney all week on business. Great city, great people. The only downside is the 20 hour flight to get here.

 

[bigboredad]

I'm sure the flight would not be to entertaining but man what a experience. I hope it goes well for you

 

[Lee Martin]

It's a 20 hours flight. 5 to Los Angeles then another 15 to Australia.