Pin gauge sizes for a SBH .44 ?

Hylander

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What sizes of pin gauges would I need to check the bore of my Ruger Super Blackhawk for barrel choke. Have already done the tight patch routine and feel no choke.
But I would like to check with gauges.
 
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I found it much easier to just buy a set of pin gauges that go from .250 up to .500. That way I have most calibers covered. I never try to figure out what sizes I may need & just buy those specific to that bore diameter. And by having a set,, I can check cylinder throats,, as well as bores etc in most calibers.
Since I'm recovering & resting right now,, I'm not going to try & go into my gun room downstairs to see what exact sizes you'd need to check the .44 with.
 
Thanks guys.
I can't afford the whole set right now.
Just got back to work and only part time since having my hip replaced last October, so money is a little tight.
 
Slugging the barrel with a soft lead fishing sinker or cast bullet will give a better feel than a cotton patch. The price is right, too.

Thanks,
I did slug it, but still can't tell much, I think it's just me anticipating it being tighter.
I got .416, .4165, .417, .4175 and. 418 gauges coming Monday.
 
Just for fun,, I did a quick search on sleezbay for pin gauge sets. I found one set,, that was a .061 to .500 set,, with a mix & no guarantee of all of them being there,, but they looked it,, for $10.00 with no bids.
I also found several other sets that may have a couple missing but looked to be pretty complete for under $50. And of course,, I found a few new, name brand complete new sets that were over $200-$250.

I did this because I purchased a set a few years back new,, and complete for about $75. And I saw how a single pin can average $4-6 each. This was why I suggested a set. Heck,, that set at $10 has a lot of them below the .250 & I'm thinking of buying it.

The costs associated with single pins can quickly exceed the cost of a complete set. But I do understand being on a budget,, and maybe thinking you'll never need any others. I almost went that route when I was looking for my pin gauges,, and decided to get the set over "just a few." I've found I made the right choice by getting a set.

I truly hope the ones you got will do all you need!
 
Just for fun,, I did a quick search on sleezbay for pin gauge sets. I found one set,, that was a .061 to .500 set,, with a mix & no guarantee of all of them being there,, but they looked it,, for $10.00 with no bids.
I also found several other sets that may have a couple missing but looked to be pretty complete for under $50. And of course,, I found a few new, name brand complete new sets that were over $200-$250.

I did this because I purchased a set a few years back new,, and complete for about $75. And I saw how a single pin can average $4-6 each. This was why I suggested a set. Heck,, that set at $10 has a lot of them below the .250 & I'm thinking of buying it.

The costs associated with single pins can quickly exceed the cost of a complete set. But I do understand being on a budget,, and maybe thinking you'll never need any others. I almost went that route when I was looking for my pin gauges,, and decided to get the set over "just a few." I've found I made the right choice by getting a set.

I truly hope the ones you got will do all you need!

I would have like to get a complete set but these will do for now. I passed on the used sets only because I know how some people do not take care of their tools.
 
I understand.

I was just wondering,, because when I bought my set it wasn't nearly as expensive as it would have been to buy individual pins to check a few different calibers. I do see that NIB sets have increased in prices a bit.
 
Got the .415 and .4155 pins.
.4155 slips in and slides all way with no resistance. .416 will not enter the muzzle.
Looks like hand lapping got rid of the barrel choke.
 
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