Interarns Virginian Dragoon

torquewrench · March 6, 2011, 12:44 PM

I just picked up an Interarms Virginian Dragoon in 44 magnum. I never heard of this company or model. It cost me $250 - everything was tight and the I could see the rifling clearly down the barrel. So, I bought it. It is old and has some wear - but everything seems to be in good working order. I still want a Super Blackhawk -but for the price this will have to do for now. I can't wait to get a pig with this pistol...

Anyone know if there are any peculiarities with this pistol?

curt.45 · March 6, 2011, 07:41 PM

its heavy, it won't recoil like a Ruger because its heavy, unless you abuse it it should last, and its heavy.

I hope by "pig" you mean something that will end up being bacon or ham next to your eggs.

P.S. they are heavy. 250 is a good deal in my opinion.

Powderman · March 6, 2011, 07:42 PM

Congratulations. The revolver was actually made by Hammerli, and is an excellent firearm. VERY good price, too!

DWFan · March 6, 2011, 08:47 PM

The Interarms Virginian was made by Hammerli and is approx. the same size as a Colt clone with fixed sights. The Dragoon is a heavier framed revolver, close to a Blackhawk, with adjustable sights and was made in the US by Interarms themselves. A very solid and well made sixgun.

Pahoo · March 6, 2011, 08:48 PM

Quote:

The revolver was actually made by Hammerli, and is an excellent firearm.

Not all were made by Hammereli but the ones that were, are the better or prefered ones. Look on the side frame just above the trigger and see if it says so. If your is in good shape, you sure got a good deal .....

Be Safe !!!

torquewrench · March 6, 2011, 10:16 PM

The six gun has some cosmetic flaws and the grip is chipped on one side. The action is tight and the rifling is sound. I fired a empty primed shell today. Firing pin works fine.

I read an article on Interarms earlier today. Mine was made in Virginia in 1981. It is the Yorktown edition. http://www.singleactions.com/VADragoons.pdf

By pig, I mean wild pig.... Bacon and such...Not sure what else I would mean?

ipscchef · March 6, 2011, 10:58 PM

Talk about "Red Convertable Syndrome"!! BTW, that refers to the phenomenon Wherin you do not see, think about or otherwise refer to an object, for a long time, like a red convertable, then you see one, and all of the sudden you are inunddated with them.
After going for years without even thinking about Interarms Virginain Dragoons, in the last few weeks there have been some postings about them here, I have seen two at my local gunshop, and there is at least one for sale on TFL!
They are great guns IMO, regardless of where they came from. I have handled both types and love them.
I used to live in DC. and we would go down to Interarms on Prince street in Va. at least once a month to see what they had. The store was truly a Disneyworld for gun nuts like me

!! It was like dying and going to "Gun Heaven"!!
My friends and I bought several guns there, including a couple of Virginialn Dragoons purchased by some of my freinds. We all thought they were excellent guns, and a lot of fun to shoot, and we still do. IMO, you have just aquired a great shooter, congratulations, be safe, and have fun with it. I believe they have attained somewhat of a "Cult" status.
Willy

10-96 · March 7, 2011, 12:40 AM

I wish I could remember why I got rid of mine. Kinda miss it now.

DWFan · March 7, 2011, 07:59 AM

Tombstone has stocks for your sixgun....
http://www.tombstonegrips.com/mm5/me...gory_Code=Misc

a68gliderider · March 20, 2011, 09:58 AM

Hello all - I recently inherited a .44 mag V/D; picked it up at the dealer yesterday, and couldn't wait to get to the range. I agree with curt.45, it is heavy, not to mention loud, but shoots like a dream. It's date stamped April 16, 1974. Stainless finish, 8 3/8" barrel. Is this Swiss made ?

stevieboy · March 20, 2011, 10:05 AM

A friend of mine has one and I've fired it. His is precisely made and very accurate. Felt recoil was less than with a Blackhawk.

Model-P · March 20, 2011, 11:15 PM

Quote:

Is this Swiss made ?

No.

The 1974 date is a patent date. The Virginian Dragoons weren't marketed until 1976 at the earliest, and were first cataloged in 1977.

torquewrench · April 7, 2011, 11:13 AM

I have fired about 200 rounds through the Dragoon. The rear sight doesnt seem to stay in adjustment. I cant find a replacement for Dragoons. I am thinking about buying a Super Blackhawk rear Sight assembly. I heard that with a little filing, it will fit my Dragoon. Anyone know it that is true?

March 6, 2011, 12:44 PM	#1
torquewrench Member Join Date: February 3, 2011 Location: Kennesaw, GA Posts: 62	Interarns Virginian Dragoon I just picked up an Interarms Virginian Dragoon in 44 magnum. I never heard of this company or model. It cost me $250 - everything was tight and the I could see the rifling clearly down the barrel. So, I bought it. It is old and has some wear - but everything seems to be in good working order. I still want a Super Blackhawk -but for the price this will have to do for now. I can't wait to get a pig with this pistol... Anyone know if there are any peculiarities with this pistol? Last edited by torquewrench; March 7, 2011 at 06:26 AM.

March 6, 2011, 07:42 PM	#3
Powderman Senior Member Join Date: September 7, 2001 Location: Washington State Posts: 2,166	Congratulations. The revolver was actually made by Hammerli, and is an excellent firearm. VERY good price, too! __________________ Hiding in plain sight...

March 6, 2011, 10:16 PM	#6
torquewrench Member Join Date: February 3, 2011 Location: Kennesaw, GA Posts: 62	The six gun has some cosmetic flaws and the grip is chipped on one side. The action is tight and the rifling is sound. I fired a empty primed shell today. Firing pin works fine. I read an article on Interarms earlier today. Mine was made in Virginia in 1981. It is the Yorktown edition. http://www.singleactions.com/VADragoons.pdf By pig, I mean wild pig.... Bacon and such...Not sure what else I would mean? Last edited by torquewrench; March 7, 2011 at 06:27 AM.

March 6, 2011, 10:58 PM	#7
ipscchef Senior Member Join Date: November 1, 2008 Location: South Central Pa. Posts: 427	Red convertable syndrome Talk about "Red Convertable Syndrome"!! BTW, that refers to the phenomenon Wherin you do not see, think about or otherwise refer to an object, for a long time, like a red convertable, then you see one, and all of the sudden you are inunddated with them. After going for years without even thinking about Interarms Virginain Dragoons, in the last few weeks there have been some postings about them here, I have seen two at my local gunshop, and there is at least one for sale on TFL! They are great guns IMO, regardless of where they came from. I have handled both types and love them. I used to live in DC. and we would go down to Interarms on Prince street in Va. at least once a month to see what they had. The store was truly a Disneyworld for gun nuts like me!! It was like dying and going to "Gun Heaven"!! My friends and I bought several guns there, including a couple of Virginialn Dragoons purchased by some of my freinds. We all thought they were excellent guns, and a lot of fun to shoot, and we still do. IMO, you have just aquired a great shooter, congratulations, be safe, and have fun with it. I believe they have attained somewhat of a "Cult" status. Willy

March 7, 2011, 12:40 AM	#8
10-96 Senior Member Join Date: October 19, 2005 Location: Tx Panhandle Territory Posts: 4,190	I wish I could remember why I got rid of mine. Kinda miss it now. __________________ Rednecks... Keeping the woods critter-free since March 2, 1836. (TX Independence Day) I suspect a thing or two... because I've seen a thing or two.

March 6, 2011, 07:41 PM	#2
curt.45 Senior Member Join Date: December 28, 2008 Location: Fort Wayne Ind. Posts: 866	its heavy, it won't recoil like a Ruger because its heavy, unless you abuse it it should last, and its heavy. I hope by "pig" you mean something that will end up being bacon or ham next to your eggs. P.S. they are heavy. 250 is a good deal in my opinion.

March 6, 2011, 08:47 PM	#4
DWFan Senior Member Join Date: April 25, 2008 Posts: 305	The Interarms Virginian was made by Hammerli and is approx. the same size as a Colt clone with fixed sights. The Dragoon is a heavier framed revolver, close to a Blackhawk, with adjustable sights and was made in the US by Interarms themselves. A very solid and well made sixgun.

March 7, 2011, 07:59 AM	#9
DWFan Senior Member Join Date: April 25, 2008 Posts: 305	Tombstone has stocks for your sixgun.... http://www.tombstonegrips.com/mm5/me...gory_Code=Misc

March 20, 2011, 09:58 AM	#10
a68gliderider Junior Member Join Date: March 20, 2011 Posts: 1	Another proud owner Hello all - I recently inherited a .44 mag V/D; picked it up at the dealer yesterday, and couldn't wait to get to the range. I agree with curt.45, it is heavy, not to mention loud, but shoots like a dream. It's date stamped April 16, 1974. Stainless finish, 8 3/8" barrel. Is this Swiss made ?

March 20, 2011, 10:05 AM	#11
stevieboy Senior Member Join Date: March 14, 2008 Posts: 1,695	A friend of mine has one and I've fired it. His is precisely made and very accurate. Felt recoil was less than with a Blackhawk.

April 7, 2011, 11:13 AM	#13
torquewrench Member Join Date: February 3, 2011 Location: Kennesaw, GA Posts: 62	Rear Sights I have fired about 200 rounds through the Dragoon. The rear sight doesnt seem to stay in adjustment. I cant find a replacement for Dragoons. I am thinking about buying a Super Blackhawk rear Sight assembly. I heard that with a little filing, it will fit my Dragoon. Anyone know it that is true?