Revolver Hunting Capability????
#11
Spike
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: Lawrenceville, GA
Posts: 51
RE: Revolver Hunting Capability????
In a Ruger you can run hot ammo, so as stated earlier try Buffalo Bore or possibly Garrett for truly stout factory ammo. But in my experience with .45 Colt I tend to think they might be a little light for elk. I would do what Homers Brother suggested and try it on deer first, then make your decision based on what you experience for yourself.
Either way, enjoy your new gun!
Either way, enjoy your new gun!
#12
Senior Member
Join Date: Jan 2004
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Posts: 1,813
RE: Revolver Hunting Capability????
I see you got answers all over the board, but to answer your origional question "as asked", that is about "factory" 45 colt ammo, then i lean on, NO.
Even the bullets are poorly designed for "hunting" in the factory 45 Colt ammo.
DM
Even the bullets are poorly designed for "hunting" in the factory 45 Colt ammo.
DM
#14
RE: Revolver Hunting Capability????
I made the deal with the guy on the Ruger Blackhawk. I had to sell a gun before I bought another one. With as tight as the economy is right now my wife would have chopped my nuts off if I took money out of the checking account to buy ANOTHER gun. He is out of town until Tuesday and I can pick it up then. Thanks for all the advice.
#15
RE: Revolver Hunting Capability!!!!
Since you don't reload, be SURE to use +P ammo such as Garret or Buffalo Bore. Cor-Bon is excellent ammo as well. The gun is up to it if you are. I'd want to stay within long bow range or closer for a good shot though.
#16
RE: Revolver Hunting Capability!!!!
ORIGINAL: stalkingbear
Since you don't reload, be SURE to use +P ammo such as Garret or Buffalo Bore. Cor-Bon is excellent ammo as well. The gun is up to it if you are. I'd want to stay within long bow range or closer for a good shot though.
Since you don't reload, be SURE to use +P ammo such as Garret or Buffalo Bore. Cor-Bon is excellent ammo as well. The gun is up to it if you are. I'd want to stay within long bow range or closer for a good shot though.
Congrats on a fine revolver, they are built like a tank (weigh about as much too!)
#17
RE: Revolver Hunting Capability????
ORIGINAL: Colorado Luckydog
I picked up 500 rounds of 45 LC last night in a trade. I don't have a 45 LC so I was thinking about buying one. Would a 45 LC be a good enough elk round at 50 yards? I'm talking factory ammo because I don't reload. I know a 454 casull we be good enough, I just know where there is a smoking deal on a 45LC.
Thanks Bryan
I picked up 500 rounds of 45 LC last night in a trade. I don't have a 45 LC so I was thinking about buying one. Would a 45 LC be a good enough elk round at 50 yards? I'm talking factory ammo because I don't reload. I know a 454 casull we be good enough, I just know where there is a smoking deal on a 45LC.
Thanks Bryan
#18
RE: Revolver Hunting Capability!!!!
Holy Blackhawk!! I got it today. It's in the wrapper. He says it has a box and a half through it but you can't tell by looking. He also threw in a nice little uncle mikes holster and a box of brass. In the box with all the paperwork. All this for 300 bucks. I think I got a heck of a deal. I get to shoot it tomorrow. I think I will be fine for elk with the right ammo at close range. Thanks for all the input!!!
#20
RE: Revolver Hunting Capability!!!!
ORIGINAL: jeepkid
.45 LC for elk at 50 yards is okay...but a .223 on deer isn't...
.45 LC for elk at 50 yards is okay...but a .223 on deer isn't...