[Handgun carry in a horse]

On 7/19/2020 at 12:59 PM, nightrunner said:

You mentioned black bear and men. 
 

I would think the Speed Six you mentioned would be just fine. I would probably want it in a hunting type chest rig/holster.

 

Ideally, I would want a .45Colt Single Action Army with max loads FOR A COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY (255gr LFN @ roughly 1000fps). Along with a Winchester 94 Carbine in a rifle scabbard (vertical near the saddle horn, not horizontal underneath the saddlebags). And if concerned about snakes, one of those muzzleloading double barrel 12 or 20 gauge shotguns with pistol grip only and 6-8 inch barrels in a saddle holster.

 

Edit to add: 4 3/4” barrel on the revolver for quicker draw, maybe 5 1/2” if you’re ok with a slower draw but longer sight radius. I feel the 7 1/2” would be just too much to carry/draw but would be best for sight radius/power/accuracy. Might keep a 4 3/4” in the holster on your chest and. 7 1/2” in the saddle holster.

 

On 7/18/2020 at 4:16 PM, A.J. Holst said:

Would it be more practical to to quickly dismount, (and I have no idea what that looks like) and pull a rifle from a scabbard be an option?

The horse is moving, you are moving, your target is most likely moving, getting hits on target in important places with a pistol may be extremely difficult.

Once the gunfire starts, how much more will your horse and threat be moving?

I am clueless, my vast experience with horses and gunfights comes from the silver screen.

If legal, why not a lever action something?

Looks way less threatening to others.

Does have a cool factor.

As it is not a scoped, traditional hunting caliber rifle, so no real hassles from .gov agencies if stopped and frisked.

Another thought, if you dismount and neutralize the threat, would your horse run off from the gunfire? If so, how much walking would you anticipate?

Is it easier to shoot a handgun or carbine from the saddle?

It's looks equally easy for the goods guys as it is difficult for the bad guys, so you got that going for you.

thanks on these two posts. I have since moved up to the 45 acp in a revolver. Still a short barrel though. I need to find a longer barrel gun but just keep trading around on carry guns. The pitbull is a neat revolver though.

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[Handgun carry in a horse]

Thanks for the input. I am actually carrying a Ruger speed six in 9mm right now. It is a bit loud but the horse is ok with it. I would like a bigger caliber for when I get in the back country areas though.

[Handgun carry in a horse]

That is nice. How plentiful is ammo and and how expensive?

[Handgun carry in a horse]

I am wondering how telling about training my horse has to do with the caliber of style of gun people would prefer to have. I did not ask for you to do any homework. Do you know that my horse is use to gun fire and has been shot off of and around? The only thing in the post that relates to the topic is the single action but not caliber. Thanks for the input.

23 hours ago, rodteague said:

I'm responding to your original post; don't care regarding any responses or advice given prior to my response. First, your horse has to be prepared for the retort of your gun fire, I would suggest you you look into how to train your horse to handle it. There are multiple resources regarding horse and and rodeo, look into it. I have neither the desire or inclination to do your home work. Second, a single action revolver is your best option due to the fail safes afforded by the mechanism. It will protect you you and your steed in the long run. I believe your inquiry is noble and has merit. Taking advantage of your second amendment right is paramount; doing it atop a horse requires a great deal of preparation and training that I cannot give you. Happy trails and best of luck

https://www.fivestarranch.com/training/mounted-shooting/

here is one of many tutorials for your consideration

Best Regards

Rod

 

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[Handgun carry in a horse]

I have worked with the horse and he is ok with gunfire.  I ride in the mountains and some back areas here end see a black bear or even a couple of unsavory two legged occasionally.

[Handgun carry in a horse]

I have carried both. Just wondering because there have been both mentioned in history. I was asking (with proper permits) what today's riders prefer and what caliber? 

[Handgun carry in a horse]

Just wondering, revolver or semi and what kind of caliber? Just casual trail riding in the mountains mostly. Feel free to be specific... Barrel length and other.