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Doc Hoy · February 5, 2011, 06:16 AM

There are so many aspects of Black Powder and CAS (I am stretching by including CAS since I don't do it myself, but I think I am right) and every aspect is fun.

I am going to make a recommendation which kind of puts me out on a limb.

I would start with a black powder revolver of your choosing (seems like you might be partial to an 1851 or 1860 pattern Colt) and move to cartridge revolvers as your appetite grows.

I am well aware that I have cast myself in disagreement with others who shoot a heck of a lot more than I do. But there is a reason.

Shooting BP is somewhat cheaper than cartridge. The revolvers can be somewhat more finnicky but I think this is a good thing. As you have already indicated, you like the looks of the open top cap and ball revolvers and so you would likely wind up with one anyway.

BTW, I don't know how much shooting you do, but don't forget eye protection and hearing protection.

Welcome to the club...Your are gonna love it.

February 5, 2011, 06:16 AM	#8
Doc Hoy Senior Member Join Date: October 24, 2008 Location: Naples, Fl Posts: 5,440	B.G. There are so many aspects of Black Powder and CAS (I am stretching by including CAS since I don't do it myself, but I think I am right) and every aspect is fun. I am going to make a recommendation which kind of puts me out on a limb. I would start with a black powder revolver of your choosing (seems like you might be partial to an 1851 or 1860 pattern Colt) and move to cartridge revolvers as your appetite grows. I am well aware that I have cast myself in disagreement with others who shoot a heck of a lot more than I do. But there is a reason. Shooting BP is somewhat cheaper than cartridge. The revolvers can be somewhat more finnicky but I think this is a good thing. As you have already indicated, you like the looks of the open top cap and ball revolvers and so you would likely wind up with one anyway. BTW, I don't know how much shooting you do, but don't forget eye protection and hearing protection. Welcome to the club...Your are gonna love it. __________________ Seek truth. Relax. Take a breath.