Ruger Redhawk And Unique(PICS).41 Mag

[krunchnik]

I recently started reloading for my newest wheelgun and today had a chance to try it out.I started with 8.5 grains of Unique under Oregon Trail Laser Cast 215 grain LSWC,it seems like a decent loading,fairly accurate and not punishing to shoot.It sure is a lot of fun shooting the bigger thumpers.

[R1100R]

I have a Blackhawk is .41 mag for about 20 years. I t is one of favorite wheel guns.

The .41 is a great round to hunt with also.

[Lumber_Jack]

I have a Blackhawk is .41 mag for about 20 years. I t is one of favorite wheel guns.

The .41 is a great round to hunt with also.

ditto, I love mine

[Chris]

How do you think it would work against big game? Large hogs, black bear, etc.

I'm needing a backup sidearm and the .41 Mag has been catching my eye lately.

[Lumber_Jack]

The .41 mag is easier than .44 magnum on recoil, has better sectional density and thus better penetration than the .44 mag, and I guarantee no critter can tell the difference between a .410 bullet and a .429 bullet when hit with 'em. Plus, the road less travelled has a strong appeal to me. I never liked to be one of the herd. And lastly, .41 mag shooters tend to be more intelligent, wittier, and better looking

While I'm a .41 fan the first thing you need to consider is how much you plan to shoot and your budget. They are not cheap to feed and ammo is hard to find. Although Georgia Arms has reasonable prices $23/50 for Semi-Wad cutter. Reloading is the way to go with this cartridge, however bullets are kind of scarce right now. So while looking at the guns be sure to keep the ammo in mind. Many people have sold their .41s because of the expense to feed them on a regular basis. You can ususally find some gun shops with hunting loads but not target loads. I can shoot milk jugs and 50yards free hand with my Ruger Blackhawk 6.5" Barrel, put a scope on and your good out to 100 yards. Id look into heavier bullets for hogs, 250grain just cause their hogs, but I wouldnt hesistat to shoot one with the standard 210 grain.

[Chris]

Nice. Thanks for the info... both well thought out and complete. Exactly what I needed.

[krunchnik]

Yup,if your a reloader its the way to go.There are several bullet casters that supply good quality projectiles for a reasonable price.I bought 500 Oregon Trail 215 grain LSWC for around $60.00.I figured for target ammo I have about $20.00 into 100.Thats pretty reasonable shooting for a big bore,and lots of fun also.