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I'd buy it. Looks a lot better than some I've spent too much money for!

I used to carry my Taurus 617 about 1/3 of the time, but I sold it and upgraded to a Ruger Alaskan. I only occasionally carry it.

Sounds good. Now I just have to save / sell off some to get it. Might be a good replacement if I sell my old Winchester 94. I actually found it through Jeff Quinn at gunblast.com. Love watching his videos on YouTube.

I recently stumbled across this version of a 1892 lever action in a take down version. Given the price, I'm guessing they're fairly rare. Anyone had any experience with this company? Edit to add link : http://www.taylorsfirearms.com/long-guns/cartridge-rifles/1892-alaskan.html

Yeah... quick wouldn't be the word I would describe for follow ups. More like moderate. Maybe with some practice, and when the bruise on my palm and thumb heals....

I can honestly say after the range, .454 and wood grips do NOT go together! I had gel pad gloves on, and that was still brutal. I did carry it crossdraw all day while hiking in the GSMNP. It was actually really comfortable. I almost forgot it was there.

I'll have to get back to you on the wood grips after a range trip Monday. I didn't make it out there this week. Off hand, I doubt I'll shoot many hot loads with them, unless I have gloves on.

Not to discourage you from it, but bear in mind, this thing is pretty big. A redhawk in 44 would be a little easier to carry, I would think. The extra bulk would help soak up the recoil, though. So it's a trade off... I was looking hard at a RH backpacker before buying this one. I just had to have the .454.

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As to the holster.... I like it well enough, but I'm considering the Mernickle for crossdraw carry. With the Simply Rugged, crossdraw is far too verticle for me. Strong side carry is perfect,though, so I may just stick with it for now.

Sure, I'll post a couple when I get home this morning. I ended up ordering a couple different grips- the non gel pad hogues, and a set of badger rosewood boot grips. Haven't tried them out yet, though. The gel version seem too big and too soft in my hands. I'm going out to the range Monday to test both and some ammo.

I emailed him today, and he said he thinks it's on his "out for delivery table". Hopefully I'll get it in by mid next week. I'm really looking forward to carrying this beast while hiking etc. I'll probably pick up the Chesty Rig later in the fall. I did end up having to order the heavier 300gr hard cast rounds off of Midway. No one locally carries anything bigger than a 260gr hollow point in .454.

Thanks. I ordered a Simply Rugged right after a got the pistol. Should only be another week or so until it gets here. I can't wait to be able to carry it hiking, and occasionally around town. Love the bear paw design. Who makes that one?

Finally figured it out. I love the look of the non fluted cylinder! Sent from my SM-G920V using Tapatalk

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