Guns, Bows, Shooting Sports, and Hunting 45/70 Revolver

[GHarman]

JJPage, Does it fit your hand? Shooting heavy loads in it will be like grabbing a kicking mule by the pastern:-laf! Let us know how it functions and handles! Greg



If you ever consider an upgrade to this revolver, heres a source!

+ BCA Catalog + Ruger DA Big Bore Caliber Conversions

 

[HHhuntitall]

Wow!!!!! I never knew that they were that big dont know how tall that guy is but that is one hefty boy. Any idea of the weight of the wolf? Im really stoked about the size. Im kind of weird (I know you have figured that out already) about NOT!! being the top of the food chain. I really like to see the beast's that live in the woods and are!! the top of the chain. Question the Wolf is a pack animal. What do the others do when you shoot the one do they just run or do they take a look at what happen to the downed family member. Kind of like to know the mind of an adversary or possible adversary before I NEED to.

That would depend on their exposure to humans... . getting back to your bear discussion... . if they have an active fear of man, they will run to what they consider a safe distance before regrouping. They most like will wait for cover of darkenss to return to look for a fallen comrade. With little fear of man, they will fall back only shortly, looking, trying to comprehend what just happened. When they get it, they will most likely leave to that "safe" distance..... a good long range rifle will make short work of a pack of young or inexperienced. I've been told in extremely harsh winters, they will continue to pursue you from a distance... . sometimes eating their fallen comrades first. They tend to size up thier game before making any attempt to attack. They'd much rather seperate one of you and try one vs. pack, and most likely wouldn't try several of you together. Like cats, they can't afford to get injured, and prefer the odds be on their side whenever they can. Losing one of the pack makes them weaker, so most likely, when that happens, they'll try to find something less dangerous to eat. With residential areas and domesticated livestock prevalent, that's pretty easy. Also, losing one of their own is losing a team member. They all have specific jobs in specific situations, so they have to reconfigure their hunting tactics to accomodate. Most pack hunting predators work much the same way, North American wolves, African Lions, and Australian Dingos to start the list... ...



I've studied predator tactics all my life. It started as a child with a fascination/obsession, and now, as a hunter, it's a passion and continuing education. As morbid as it sounds, it's made me a better killer... .



As a side note, if possible, a wolf pack will kill bear cubs and mountain lions/cubs to reduce competition for food in their territories... . a regular patrol and harrassment by wolves will also make smaller adult bears leave the wolve's territory, looking for a less volatile environment.

 

[BIGNASTY]

Thanks for the insight HH



BIG

 

[JJPage]

JJPage, Does it fit your hand? If you ever consider an upgrade to this revolver, heres a source!

+ BCA Catalog + Ruger DA Big Bore Caliber Conversions

Fits my hand very well, trigger access is perfect for my finger reach, and thumbing back the hammer is almost effortless. It's fit is real comfortable for me unloaded, we will see how that equates while firing.



My friend and I are going to the 7 mile firing range Friday, he has a new Smith . 357, so I will get to fire that also. I have a box of Remington . 44 180gr , and a box of . 44 200gr Speer that I want to fire, these are light loads with out going to . 44 Specials, but still not sure I'll be putting all 100 rounds through the gun.



The only negative about the gun I have at the moment is the front sight, it is all black without any designation, no white dot/line, and in low light conditions that could be a problem. I bookmarked the url you provided, and although I do not believe a caliber upgrade is in the works, I did see their front sight variation.



I will give my report about recoil and accuracy after Friday. Jess

 

[GHarman]

JJPage, HHhuntitall is also a good resource for information! Lots of experience in a wide range of firearms applications! GregH

 

[BIGNASTY]

Cant remember the name of the sights I think they are Trillium Sights they are 3 DOT and GLOW in the dark no batteries required. Someone told me they are radioactive but I dont know about that. Although you DONT have to expose them to light to make them glow. I have them on just about all my handguns.

 

[HHhuntitall]

Tijicon and Meprolight use trititum gas, an irradiated, glowing green gas that is warrantied for 7 years. They are radioactive, but to a very low degree. Being downwind of Japan is more harmful... ...



I'm not sure what is available for the Ruger Super Redhawk... . I know there are several sight options..... RUGER® REVOLVER ROUGH COUNTRY REAR SIGHTS - Brownells



As for night sights, let me do some digging..... at first look, it seems I'd have to have it right in front of me to see what will fit.....



Ah!! Here we go, the Tru-Dot brand carries a set for the Super Redhawk... . Brownells part number 318-000-018. Meprolight part number ML20996 TRU-DOT® DAY/NIGHT SIGHTS - Brownells

 

[JJPage]

Tijicon and Meprolight use trititum gas, an irradiated, glowing green gas that is warrantied for 7 years. They are radioactive, but to a very low degree. Being downwind of Japan is more harmful... ...



I'm not sure what is available for the Ruger Super Redhawk... . I know there are several sight options..... RUGER® REVOLVER ROUGH COUNTRY REAR SIGHTS - Brownells



As for night sights, let me do some digging..... at first look, it seems I'd have to have it right in front of me to see what will fit.....



Ah!! Here we go, the Tru-Dot brand carries a set for the Super Redhawk... . Brownells part number 318-000-018. Meprolight part number ML20996 TRU-DOT® DAY/NIGHT SIGHTS - Brownells

Thank you HH, Exactly what I was looking for, and much better pricing than what I was finding, appreciate it! Jess

 

[JJPage]

Went to the gun range this AM, put 50 rounds through my new handgun and 20 rounds through my 45/70 guide gun before the rain got too heavy. The Ruger Alaskan does have a heavy recoil, but I sure do like it.



With my last 18 shells(out of 50) I shot 6 into the left hand target at 7yds, and 12 into the right hand target at 15yds. I was flinching quite a bit by this time.



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This was the first time shooting my guide gun also, 100yds open sights, I did manage to get them all on paper. The XS Ghost Ring rear sight leaves alot of guess work at 100 yards, might have to scope this one.



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[GHarman]

Sight alignment is the first priority. Sight picture is second priority. Yes, A scope can be a better sight in many circumstances. Depends on your eyes and needs.

Here is the iron sight program that I was taught!

Given an aperture rear sight and a blade front. The tip of the front sight blade is half way up and centered from left to right in the rear sight aperture. For some folks this is intuitive, For some with bad eyesight, it is more difficult.

Sight picture is the location of the properly aligned "tip of the front sight blade" in regards to the target. Center hold or 6 o'clock hold. Consistency is the name of the game. Revisit your iron sight shooting with the . 45/70 carbine. Keep the sight alignment and sight picture regimen in mind! Before you default to the scope. If the scope fails you still need to be intimately familiar with the irons! Hope this helps?

GOOD Job on the Ruger targets. Practice , practice, practice! GregH

 

[JJPage]

Thank you GH, I was happy about the Ruger as well, I appreciate your encouragement.



With the 45/70, I was centering the tip of the front sight in the ghost ring, or trying to. Then I was placing the tip of the front sight at the bottom point of the center diamond in the target, the 6 o'clock position. I realized that I was looking over my glasses with some shots, and through them with others, I need to stay consistent, will work on that. This was after firing 50 rounds through the Ruger, I was maybe a bit jumpy:-laf.



The Ruger, I was leveling the top of both sights at the 6 o'clock position on the bullseye. My first few shots I was 2" above the target altogether, knocking chunks out of the 4"x4" wooden framework. . was able to get those sights dialed in fast, and I was really pleased with the results. This gun I really like.

 

[GHarman]

JJPage, RE; . 45/70 sights. Do not try see that inner diamond at 100 yards. Center the tip of the front sight blade in the center of the white paper. A sight picture for normal eyes is; Blurry rear sight, sharp front sight and blurry target. Focus on the front sight blade. Center that tip(with correct sight alignment) in the center of that target paper. You can make up some contrasting targets using black poster board and white squares or dark colored cardboard and white squares made from white poster board. Just some ideas! GregH

 

[JJPage]

I was focusing on the front sight, my problem was the ghost ring and sight picture at 100yds, the field of view was much larger than the target, so it was difficult for me to center the tip of the front sight in the ghost ring.



I believe I would do better with a conventional rear sight, where I could settle the front blade tip into the "saddle" of a rear sight. I'm not giving up yet, maybe try and set the front sight into the bottom of the ghost ring? Or a tiny hair through the center of the ring? Within 25yds the sight picture in the ghost ring is easy for me to bring it all together, but when I move that same target out to 100yds, I seem to be having a difficult time holding the center in both ghost ring and target with any consistency.



I do realize I have only fired 20 rounds through this weapon so far, but my target looks like I let loose with 00 buck from 10ft :-laf.

 

[GHarman]

JJPage, Practice, Practice, Practice! AND Practice:-laf!
Cant emphasize that enough!
Something else you can do!
Make up some dummies. No, not me:-laf!
Seat and crimp bullets in empty cases. Grind down an eraser and stuff into the primer pocket. Thats to cushion the fireing pin. They do wear out so you will have to replace them regularly. Then set up targets in your garage and dry fire with a dummy chambered, concentrating on sight picture, sight alignment trigger squeeze and natural body position. With a magazine tube full of dummies, you can also practice function and recovery with the carbine.
If you have access to a lathe, you could build a permanent set of dummies with "Snap Caps" for a smaller case application like a . 357 "snap cap", fit into a . 45/70 case.
Snap Caps link; DELUXE SNAP CAP - Brownells
Theres more than one way to "skin a cat"
Did I mention "PRACTICE!"? GregH

 

[GHarman]

PS, Snap Caps work well in a revolver, also! Trigger time with concentration on sight picture, sight alignment, trigger control, follow through as well as training to eliminate flinching from heavy recoil and muzzle blast! GregH

 

[JJPage]

JJPage, Practice, Practice, Practice! AND Practice:-laf!

Cant emphasize that enough, Theres more than one way to "skin a cat"

Did I mention "PRACTICE!"? GregH

PS, Snap Caps work well in a revolver, also! Trigger time with concentration on sight picture, sight alignment, trigger control, follow through as well as training to eliminate flinching from heavy recoil and muzzle blast! GregH

Thanks GH, I will practice and have a fine time while at it!



I have been dry firing my pistol, as the firing pin does not hit anything when not loaded. The rifle really does not make me flinch, have fired alot of rifles, few pistols, but the snap caps or your "dummies' certainly could not hurt.



On the picture of the right hand Ruger target at 15yds, the last six of the twelve shots, I fired SA, that's a quite different and more difficult trigger action. It is a lot longer pull than when the hammer is cocked, in fact a couple of shots, I partially pulled the trigger, only to let it relax without firing and still flinched :-laf. Even had my buddy standing behind me laughing.



Thanks again GH and HH and BIG, and all else, I do need and very much appreciate your coaching. Jess

 

[GHarman]

JJPage, We are all, glad to help! Good shootin'! GregH

 

[HHhuntitall]

Yep. Glad to help. Your groups are pretty good for first day out. Won't be long and you'll be pickin' apples with it..... my dad and I used to do that, and if you hit the apple, you lose... ... I had a Hawes SA Army clone in . 44 Magnum that was deadly, and he has a Colt Trooper in . 45 Colt..... Great way to "burn" the afternoon... . I was a teenager, and usually lost... but those are great memories of my Dad.



Anyway, give it some time and you can do the same with it... . maybe... . Either way, it'll be fun trying to get there. As for the rifle, same things apply. Practice. Your familiarity with your weapon is your advantage, sometime.



"This is my rifle. There are many like it, but this one is mine... ... "



Good advice, too GHarm... . One thing you might add is if he doesn't like the sights he can change them up... . My dad is getting so far sighted, the front sight on a Swedish Mauser is blurry!!! :-laf I put some orange sight paint on my Garand for 'im, and he can really shoot that thing now!! Better than I can, which I'm not sure how much I like..... On his Bruno Match . 22LR we put a rear aperture and a front hood with a larger dot, and he can shoot it pretty well, too. The open sights are a must for CQ "combat" on hogs!!

 

[GHarman]

HHhuntitall, Yes sights are changeable!

Another development for peep sights is this gadget! The AOS micro sight! It is a new development that screws into a threaded rear sight aperture. It allows you to focus on more than one thing at a time while sighting! Its kinda pricy, but could be a game changer for somebody with changing eyesight.

SINCLAIR/AOS MICROSIGHT - Sinclair Intl

I'd love to have an aperture rear sight on the Freedom Arms . 454/45 Colt resolver.

With the bead front sight, it would be perfect for a fine sight, sight picture and alignment. The express rear sight is to imprecise, for me, at any distance. I am extremely near sighted and need all the help I can get:-laf!

"This is my rifle. There are many like it, but this one is mine... ... "

Yes, I remember, just like my serial number, before they started using SS numbers. GregH

 

[HHhuntitall]

HHhuntitall, Yes sights are changeable!

Another development for peep sights is this gadget! The AOS micro sight! It is a new development that screws into a threaded rear sight aperture. It allows you to focus on more than one thing at a time while sighting! Its kinda pricy, but could be a game changer for somebody with changing eyesight.

SINCLAIR/AOS MICROSIGHT - Sinclair Intl

I'd love to have an aperture rear sight on the Freedom Arms . 454/45 Colt resolver.

With the bead front sight, it would be perfect for a fine sight, sight picture and alignment. The express rear sight is to imprecise, for me, at any distance. I am extremely near sighted and need all the help I can get:-laf!

I've seen those!! I've not gotten the pleasure to get to play with one yet. None of the Palma shooters fit me well enough for me to pick up their equipment and shoot it..... and for the money, I don't need one bad enough... since they created the F-class. I'm slightly near sighted in my left-eye, and slightly far sighted in my right... probably from banging my head against the wall for hours at a time ... ... wanna talk about screw with someone's mind... pick up a rifle and shoot it, then talk about how it doesn't fit you very well... then switch shoulders and compliment them on how well it handles. :-laf I shoot whichever way it's gotta go!! I screw up a lot of my pistol groups because I pick one up, shoot it right handed, right eyed the first three, and then concentrate on the target, forget, and start shooting left eyed, right handed..... usually moves the group out to the right!:{



Have you gotten to shoot that AOS yet? I've been gonna look several times to see if it will fit on my Warner sights for my AR-10... . it's pretty old, so I don't know if it will have the same threads... . maybe?