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Elbows · July 30, 2011, 10:14 PM

Hey guys,

I haven't been on this site in ages! I recently decided to get my buddy an Old West six gun for a belated wedding gift. I admit I know NOTHING about them. We'll likely just be having fun at the range, nothing for defense, and I doubt we'll have the funds or time to get into CAS anytime soon (though it sure is awfully tempting).

I gave in today and purchased a Uberti Cattleman 1873 for him in .357 w/ a 4.75" barrel.

Questions:
1) Like most revolvers in .357 mag this gun will accommodate .38 special correct?
2) Is this a safe good gun to enjoy some Old West shootin'?

I, on the other hand have been trying to resist buying an 1851 Navy Conversion from Uberti in .38 special. I was excited and about to place an order when I saw people saying they were dangerous to carry loaded. Any legitimate backing to this - and anything that can be done about it?

It's by far my favorite styled Old West gun, and now I'm holding off until I can verify if this is gun is good to go. I'd only be carrying it loaded in leather at the range. Hope you guys can square me away, and tell me the impulse buy for my buddy was worthwhile!

Thanks in advance!

July 30, 2011, 10:14 PM	#1
Elbows Member Join Date: April 12, 2007 Posts: 26	New guy, couple of very simple questions. Hey guys, I haven't been on this site in ages! I recently decided to get my buddy an Old West six gun for a belated wedding gift. I admit I know NOTHING about them. We'll likely just be having fun at the range, nothing for defense, and I doubt we'll have the funds or time to get into CAS anytime soon (though it sure is awfully tempting). I gave in today and purchased a Uberti Cattleman 1873 for him in .357 w/ a 4.75" barrel. Questions: 1) Like most revolvers in .357 mag this gun will accommodate .38 special correct? 2) Is this a safe good gun to enjoy some Old West shootin'? I, on the other hand have been trying to resist buying an 1851 Navy Conversion from Uberti in .38 special. I was excited and about to place an order when I saw people saying they were dangerous to carry loaded. Any legitimate backing to this - and anything that can be done about it? It's by far my favorite styled Old West gun, and now I'm holding off until I can verify if this is gun is good to go. I'd only be carrying it loaded in leather at the range. Hope you guys can square me away, and tell me the impulse buy for my buddy was worthwhile! Thanks in advance!