BBQ gun
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Pat-inCO
Hawkeye
If you go to the "closeouts" in their web site, you find that most run about $2K. :shock:
That's a bit more than I'm ready for.
That's a bit more than I'm ready for.
BearBio
Buckeye
Prefer something not mass produced!
My preference for a BBQ gun.
I'm with Robb. I like that.
BearBio
Buckeye
Not as "flashy" but more original! Circa 1900-1903 Colt Bisley in 41 long Colt. Remnants of gold wash. Primitive engraving of Arizona/Mexican Indians. Some attacking a stage coach & one of a Yaqui/Apache (?) shooting a jaguar. Mexican masks (Aztec) and tribal signs. Real ivory grips with a carved stag that has ruby eyes. Letters to Mexico City, where it went and who did what is unknown. Came to me from off the "Rez". My belt is a floral carved EPS Tom Threepersons.
https://ibb.co/PhD4ZYf
https://ibb.co/PhD4ZYf
That thing looks like a New Orleans pimp's gun 
Valmet
Single-Sixer
Cholo said:That thing looks like a New Orleans pimp's gun
Agreed. Hard pass for me.
I have posted this before.... a one of a kind Super BBQ gun.... IMO of course. No longer in my possession. 
win1894s
Blackhawk
You have good taste in guns Rob
This is as close to BBQ as I'll go. Then again I do carry it quite often to places other than BBQ's.
here is mine up until last week:
now I've switched, still a Sig P226:
now I've switched, still a Sig P226:
BearBio
Buckeye
It's pretty obvious that many people here do not know what "BBQ Guns". Here's an excerpt from "The Texas Lawman" column:
"Now, a BBQ gun is a whole different animal. A BBQ gun is what you wear to barbeques, baby christenings, formal balls, and any other place where a fancy jacket or outfit would be worn.
Get your paws on a revolver. Smith & Wesson or Colt would be best, although I understand that Brazilian products are becoming accepted. Polished stainless at a minimum, and full-blown nickle is a better. And pony up for full engraving. Have the trigger, hammer, screws and ejection rod anodized blue, gold, or colour-case-hardened for the traditionalists.
Now, look in the mirror. Is your mustache over 50% grey? If so, go for pearl grips. 49% or less on the grey-meter, and you'd best stick with ivory. If you go for mother-of-pearl, have it carved or inlaid. Steer heads are a classic pattern, although badges and stars are always safe.
If you go the ivory option, have the ivory inlaid or scrimshawed. Floral patterns involving roses and the Texas flag are good, as well as the state of Texas, a tasteful rendition of a young lady, or long horn cattle. Any scene from the battle of the Alamo is a surefire crowd pleaser. For those souls living outside the Great State of Texas, the flag raising at Mt. Suribachi may be substituted for an Alamo scene, and anything involving Marines is acceptable engraving material.
I would advise that you stay away from morbid or dreary themes in your engraving -- unless it is extremely well done.
The leather for your BBQ gun should be of a floral pattern, with the engraving a different color than the rest of the leather. The engraving pattern should extend to the buckle and any other metal hardware which should consist of silver and be polished bright enough to shave in, although gold is acceptable if carried with the proper attitude.
Accessories should be limited to a reload and a pocket watch.
No BBQ outfit is really complete without hand-made boots made from the hide of a critter that is guaranteed to send your local PETA petter into orbit. Pressed jeans under a Western-cut jacket, with a bolo tie, and a black Stetson complete the ensemble. The bolo tie should have a chunk of rock slightly larger than a baby's fist and the Stetson should have a hat band made from the cousin of the critter on your feet.
For some of the best examples of court and BBQ guns around, I strongly recommend visiting the Texas Ranger Museum in Waco, Texas."
The definition of a BBQ gun was very extensively discussed a few years ago on the Colt Forum:
Colt autos (1911's or 1903's also qualify and so do Hi-Powers --if from browning!). Firearms are made from METAL, not plastic! Highly polished blue or case-hardening will work at a minimum for a finish. No synthetics for grips==pearl (real), ivory or exotic wood only. Wolf and Klar engraving gets extra points. Caliber must start with a "4" (except for Colt 1903s) or "357"=must be of a sufficient caliber to provide the dinner. Extra points if: Your boots and belt match your holster; and you got the gun from a man trying to kill you!
"Now, a BBQ gun is a whole different animal. A BBQ gun is what you wear to barbeques, baby christenings, formal balls, and any other place where a fancy jacket or outfit would be worn.
Get your paws on a revolver. Smith & Wesson or Colt would be best, although I understand that Brazilian products are becoming accepted. Polished stainless at a minimum, and full-blown nickle is a better. And pony up for full engraving. Have the trigger, hammer, screws and ejection rod anodized blue, gold, or colour-case-hardened for the traditionalists.
Now, look in the mirror. Is your mustache over 50% grey? If so, go for pearl grips. 49% or less on the grey-meter, and you'd best stick with ivory. If you go for mother-of-pearl, have it carved or inlaid. Steer heads are a classic pattern, although badges and stars are always safe.
If you go the ivory option, have the ivory inlaid or scrimshawed. Floral patterns involving roses and the Texas flag are good, as well as the state of Texas, a tasteful rendition of a young lady, or long horn cattle. Any scene from the battle of the Alamo is a surefire crowd pleaser. For those souls living outside the Great State of Texas, the flag raising at Mt. Suribachi may be substituted for an Alamo scene, and anything involving Marines is acceptable engraving material.
I would advise that you stay away from morbid or dreary themes in your engraving -- unless it is extremely well done.
The leather for your BBQ gun should be of a floral pattern, with the engraving a different color than the rest of the leather. The engraving pattern should extend to the buckle and any other metal hardware which should consist of silver and be polished bright enough to shave in, although gold is acceptable if carried with the proper attitude.
Accessories should be limited to a reload and a pocket watch.
No BBQ outfit is really complete without hand-made boots made from the hide of a critter that is guaranteed to send your local PETA petter into orbit. Pressed jeans under a Western-cut jacket, with a bolo tie, and a black Stetson complete the ensemble. The bolo tie should have a chunk of rock slightly larger than a baby's fist and the Stetson should have a hat band made from the cousin of the critter on your feet.
For some of the best examples of court and BBQ guns around, I strongly recommend visiting the Texas Ranger Museum in Waco, Texas."
The definition of a BBQ gun was very extensively discussed a few years ago on the Colt Forum:
Colt autos (1911's or 1903's also qualify and so do Hi-Powers --if from browning!). Firearms are made from METAL, not plastic! Highly polished blue or case-hardening will work at a minimum for a finish. No synthetics for grips==pearl (real), ivory or exotic wood only. Wolf and Klar engraving gets extra points. Caliber must start with a "4" (except for Colt 1903s) or "357"=must be of a sufficient caliber to provide the dinner. Extra points if: Your boots and belt match your holster; and you got the gun from a man trying to kill you!
RSIno1
Hunter
Google BBQ Guns and check out some images. https://www.google.com/search?q=bbq+gun&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwj6mrOb0fzlAhXBFjQIHXiYC6YQ_AUoAnoECAwQBA&biw=1536&bih=722BearBio said:
My favorite: http://www.dudeiwantthat.com/outdoors/grilling/colt-45-bbq-grill.asp
DeletedMember275
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While beauty is most definitely in the eye of the beholder, the Ruger revolver pictured at the top is not my cup of tea. If the OP likes it and wants it, he should buy it. My tastes run more to Robb Barnes' style, but that doesn't make the top revolver 'wrong.'
bogus bill
Hunter
To me a BBQ handgun would be a somewhat personally customized Colt SAA, Python, 1911, K or N frame Smith. It needs a two toned carved floral rig. I prefer short barrels three to five inch`s. Fancy custom grips are a must. For me, the gun need not be engraved but if others like it, fine. If you are badged a mini badge on the grip or frame is nice. No plastic or rubber allowed. Honest finish wear is acceptable and even preferred.
Go`s sumpin like this.
https://i.postimg.cc/KjM1Xhyb/Oct-2012-016.jpg
https://i.postimg.cc/0y2RTHV5/Remington-Rand-1911-and-rig.jpg
https://i.postimg.cc/HsXtMnjB/top-S-W-25-5-bottom-S-W-24-3.jpg
https://i.postimg.cc/65RpN2pV/Colt-Python-V73090.jpg
https://i.postimg.cc/NfnRYH27/Uberti-P-0795.jpg
https://i.postimg.cc/wjpwjNzt/Colt-Trooper-38-special-923115.jpg
https://i.postimg.cc/jdPGjsTr/Colt-SAA-45-SA-47021-lower-Colt-SAA-22235-44-special.jpg
Whar`s the girls?
https://i.postimg.cc/MK1RZ546/old-confederate-solider.jpg
Go`s sumpin like this.
https://i.postimg.cc/KjM1Xhyb/Oct-2012-016.jpg
https://i.postimg.cc/0y2RTHV5/Remington-Rand-1911-and-rig.jpg
https://i.postimg.cc/HsXtMnjB/top-S-W-25-5-bottom-S-W-24-3.jpg
https://i.postimg.cc/65RpN2pV/Colt-Python-V73090.jpg
https://i.postimg.cc/NfnRYH27/Uberti-P-0795.jpg
https://i.postimg.cc/wjpwjNzt/Colt-Trooper-38-special-923115.jpg
https://i.postimg.cc/jdPGjsTr/Colt-SAA-45-SA-47021-lower-Colt-SAA-22235-44-special.jpg
Whar`s the girls?
https://i.postimg.cc/MK1RZ546/old-confederate-solider.jpg
I understand it started and evolved from the Western lawmen and their show off revolver... but I think the two semi-autos I posted now meet the definition... especially the first one.. which has been personalized by and for me. I think that G10 grip is the bee's knees for that gun as well as the matching laser. Can't do much to the 2nd one, a Legion model... I am planning to change out the trigger.
Have never been a fan of engraving on a gun...
Have never been a fan of engraving on a gun...
BearBio
Buckeye
Here's another one that I recently sold: Colt 41 nickeled and real pearls.
https://ibb.co/hkByxF
Johnuu2: Looks like real ivory! Caliber on the "real" Bisley?
https://ibb.co/hkByxF
Johnuu2: Looks like real ivory! Caliber on the "real" Bisley?
Bear..... it's a 45 Colt cal.; the grips are rams horn and the "Bisley" part is thanks to Andy Horvath who used Uberti parts to change what started life as a very inaccurate .44Spl New Frontier into a 45 cal Bisley. I asked him to use a correctly marked Colt 45 bbl as part of the conversion. I shoot it regularly and it's accurate now... )))
The engraving on the Trooper was done by a neighbor of mine when I lived in Minnesota by the name of John Kudlas. He went on to engrave many other guns professionally and then gave up engraving for several other interests.... I believe he is also a Ph.D in Biology and had quite an adventurous diversion into Mountain Climbing in Nepal (if I recall correctly). He's an amazing guy.... When I met him, he was teaching Biology at the local high school (back in the early 70's); that was his first love and main interest.
J
)))The engraving on the Trooper was done by a neighbor of mine when I lived in Minnesota by the name of John Kudlas. He went on to engrave many other guns professionally and then gave up engraving for several other interests.... I believe he is also a Ph.D in Biology and had quite an adventurous diversion into Mountain Climbing in Nepal (if I recall correctly). He's an amazing guy.... When I met him, he was teaching Biology at the local high school (back in the early 70's); that was his first love and main interest.
J
BearBio
Buckeye
Johnuu2: I've always had a soft spot for Colt Bisleys==I had 4 at one time=kept the one to pass down. And 45 Colt is my favorite caliber=still have 4-5 of those in the stable.
powder smoke
Hawkeye
blume357 said:
Not in my view BBQ guns are revolvers ask anyone see what you get. your pistols are nice but do not qualify as a BBQ Gun.
BearBio
Buckeye
powder smoke said:
Or 1911's and maybe a Hi Power. Otherwise, I agree!
bogus bill
Hunter
Most definitely 1911`s were typically considered as BBQ guns. I am not sure when or where the term "BBQ" guns first came out but I have been a gun magazine junkie since the mid 1950`s and recall articles on them back then.
It seems the picture usually was old retired SW lawmen getting together at reunions, maybe funerals etc and all wearing their best and probably having a informal shooting match while they digested their ribs and beans between spinning their old BS story's.
It seems the picture usually was old retired SW lawmen getting together at reunions, maybe funerals etc and all wearing their best and probably having a informal shooting match while they digested their ribs and beans between spinning their old BS story's.
BearBio
Buckeye
As I understand it, the LEO's (Border Patrol, Sheriffs, Rangers, etc) were clannish, often relatives, and were friends, often participating in that great Texas hobby of dove shooting together. They would get together on Sunday afternoons for a BBQ. As you said, the guns would come out for informal shooting (plinking, in other words=likely started when a vagrant jack rabbit would crash the party). Church services, funerals, court appearances, etc. were a little too "stuffy" for fancy guns but BBQs were perfect for showing off.
The 1911s came into play during Prohibition with notables such as Frank Hamer and "Lone Wolf" Gonzales updating their weaponry to match criminals such as Bonnie & Clyde as well local tequileros smuggling along the Rio Grande.
The 1911s came into play during Prohibition with notables such as Frank Hamer and "Lone Wolf" Gonzales updating their weaponry to match criminals such as Bonnie & Clyde as well local tequileros smuggling along the Rio Grande.
