Big Iron

[JonVan]

I own a Security Six 4" 1979 and I am considering getting a 460 or a 454. I was wondering if anyone had experience with the Taurus Raging Hunter especially the 460, if they think the S&W is worth it for ~$1500, or if I should just get the 5-7.5 inch Ruger Super in 454. I like the idea of the 460 shooting all three cartridges and have heard the weight of the 460 makes it a little easier to shoot especially if I intend mostly shoot hot 45 LC and some 454 and on a rare occasion the 460. I really wish Ruger made a 460 especially if it was 6 shot.
On a side note I have also considered the Taurus 8.3" 357 mag 7 shot.

 

[Wvfarrier]

I have found 460 to absolutely miserable to shoot and I am not recoil sensitive

 

[BearBiologist]

I had the Taurus Raging BULL (not the hunter). It was a pussycat with 454 Casull loads (factory and handloaded up to 330 gr hardcast). About like my OM Blackhawk with stout bear handloads. Sold it when I got my Reeder El Diablo 454. Should have kept it!

 

[Hvymax]

If I was going to spend money on a revolver I gave a crap about it would be a 460.

 

[Bullthrower338]

I had a XVR S&W, recoil wasn’t an issue but it was the most obnoxious SOB I’ve ever pulled a trigger on noise and concussion wise! Traded it on a 338 RCM and have not missed it once! My FA 475 Linebaugh will pull me through if it needs to get done with a revolver.

 

[JonVan]

My main concern of whether or not to get a 460 is one, if I get the 454 I can never shoot a 460 out of it and the second and greater concern is if I intend to shoot mostly 454 and hot 45 LC will the weight of the S&W 460 (5"-7.5") or Taurus Raging Hunter 460 (8.3") mitigate the recoil significantly more than a Ruger Super Redhawk 454 (5"-7.5").

 

[needsmostuff]

Really don't know anything about your experience level with big bore guns but,,,,,,
Going from 357 to 460 is a HUGE step (and there are lots of little steps possible).
I'd suggest you beg, borrow or rent a 454 or 460 BEFORE plunking any money down.
Buy some expensive ammo and shoot it up .
There are many reasons many shooters choose to never go beyond 44mag or 45 Colt.
Economics and pain are only two.

 

[JonVan]

Really don't know anything about your experience level with big bore guns but,,,,,,
Going from 357 to 460 is a HUGE step (and there are lots of little steps possible).
I'd suggest you beg, borrow or rent a 454 or 460 BEFORE plunking any money down.
Buy some expensive ammo and shoot it up .
There are many reasons many shooters choose to never go beyond 44mag or 45 Colt.
Economics and pain are only two.

I am mostly going to shoot hot 45 which is similar to a 44 and I was fine with the 44 mag hurt a little, but I'd get used to it. I'd rather a gun that can handle all three rather than only have a 45 which I could never use the other 2. Also I figured the weight of the 460 would really tame the 45.

 

[bisleyfan41]

You seem to be giving preference to the 460s versatility, which it has. But there are so many other factors involved.
How often will you shoot 460 or 454?
Every 460 is extremely heavy, good for recoil mitigation, bad for toting around.
Same with the 454.
If you don't reload or aren't wealthy, don't do it. Ammo for those is not cheap.
What are you using it for? Unless you say hunting polar bears or elephants, there's little reason to even consider more than the 45 Colt. It can do amazing things, especially in a Ruger with the right bullet.
If you're getting it to be Mr.Macho at the range, you have that right. But whatever.
Mark my words should you buy one of these beasts, one day you'll tire of it. Either the weight of carrying it around, the recoil, the blast, the wear on your hands, or the expense of feeding it will get old. And then you'll realize you probably could've accomplished everything you intended with a 45 Colt.
But what do I know? Been there, done that, got the stupid t-shirt. JMO.
Good luck in your quest.

 

[JonVan]

With what you just said I think the Ruger super redhawk 5"-7.5" I. 454 casual would be the best option. How much of a difference does the two inches make, I know the difference between a 4" 357 mag and a 6" is about 150 fps and some of accuracy by comparison. With a buffalo bore 180 grain 357 that's 900 ft/lbs vs about 700 ft/lbs.

 

[daveag.]

Buy a 7.5” Blackhawk and master it. The 460 and 454 are for reloaders. I’ve never looked at prices of store bought for these. Rolling your own is much more rewarding.