1860 Army Sheriff VS Full Size - Page 2

Bootsie · November 26, 2016, 04:00 AM

Just to add to your comment 45 Dragoon: if you were to install a .44 cal. conversion cylinder in a Uberti Colt 1860 there will be no length issues if .44 Colt ammo is loaded.
No barrel liner is required either with outside lubed bullets.
Long Johns Wolf

45 Dragoon · November 26, 2016, 09:05 AM

Thank you Bootsie, you are correct. I know some folks like that setup but I think they're a "rare bird" (over here anyway). Heck, I already don't have time to reload my "normal" ammo!! Lol !!!

Mike
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drobs · December 12, 2016, 10:06 AM

Cabela's has the Pietta 1860 at $199.99 + free shipping. If you are wanting one, now would be the time to buy:

http://www.cabelas.com/product/shoot..._SEQ_567338580

JACKlangrishe · December 13, 2016, 02:28 AM

JUST DID IT!!! 199 OUT THE DOOR!!! CANT BELIEVE IT!
Every 2 or 3 days or so I'd check Cabelas site hoping for a break. Just checked it while laying down at 2am and you can imagine my reaction when I saw that deal.

my first bp gun.... VERY EXCITED!

JACKlangrishe · December 13, 2016, 02:32 AM

Also thanks for the heads up drobs!! Had I not gotten lucky and stumbled on it, your post would've led me to it. Something tells me I'm really going to like it here.

drobs · December 13, 2016, 07:03 AM

Good to hear Jack!

When you get it, tear it all apart, and if nothing else check the fit of the bolt head to the locking notches on the cylinder.

I find a couple swipes of the bolt head on a piece of black 600 grit automotive sand paper (laid on a flat surface) will fit the bolt head in to the locking notches. Making a significant difference to the handling of the gun.

Beagle333 · December 13, 2016, 10:24 AM

Good price on em! You'll love the '60.

Good advice also above.... Before you let that bolt head peen up those cylinder notches, check out the timing and bolt width. Not all of them need any work, but if they do, it's much easier on you to do it before it beats up those slots.

Happy shooting!!!
Chuck.

Hawg · December 13, 2016, 04:36 PM

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Good advice also above.... Before you let that bolt head peen up those cylinder notches, check out the timing and bolt width. Not all of them need any work, but if they do, it's much easier on you to do it before it beats up those slots.

The bolt should drop one full bolt width before the notch.

44 Dave · December 13, 2016, 09:00 PM

While your at it make sure the arbor is right, and the gun is not beating beating its self loose.

Hawg · December 13, 2016, 10:45 PM

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While your at it make sure the arbor is right, and the gun is not beating beating its self loose.

It's a Pietta, the arbor will be right.

JACKlangrishe · December 14, 2016, 02:37 AM

I definitely plan on stripping and cleaning the gun as soon as I get it with a list of problem areas to check and tune. I'm working on that list now so I'll be ready. I'm in no rush to take it to the range and want to make sure I prep it right and avoid undue wear.

Your advice has been invaluable!! Can't thank you enough!

Beagle333 · December 14, 2016, 12:21 PM

Good thing you nabbed one. The sale just ended.

Hawg · December 14, 2016, 01:45 PM

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Heck, I already don't have time to reload my "normal" ammo!! Lol !!!

If you weren't such a good gunsmith you'd have more time.

rep1954 · December 17, 2016, 09:53 AM

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Not so sure the "sherrif" model ever existed in real life.
Not as a factory offering. I don't even think they would cut one down as a special order. There were some local smiths that would do it and there were some hacksaw jobs I'm sure but I really don't think it was a common practice. It would be akin to buying a brand new Colt SAA and taking a hacksaw to it and I don't think anybody today is going to spend 1,500 bucks on something and whack it off.

I did twice but the Colt Custom Shop did the work.

December 12, 2016, 10:06 AM	#28
drobs Senior Member Join Date: July 17, 2015 Location: South Central MO / Africa Posts: 1,111	Cabela's has the Pietta 1860 at $199.99 + free shipping. If you are wanting one, now would be the time to buy: http://www.cabelas.com/product/shoot..._SEQ_567338580 __________________ NRA Life Member

December 13, 2016, 07:03 AM	#31
drobs Senior Member Join Date: July 17, 2015 Location: South Central MO / Africa Posts: 1,111	Good to hear Jack! When you get it, tear it all apart, and if nothing else check the fit of the bolt head to the locking notches on the cylinder. I find a couple swipes of the bolt head on a piece of black 600 grit automotive sand paper (laid on a flat surface) will fit the bolt head in to the locking notches. Making a significant difference to the handling of the gun. __________________ NRA Life Member

December 13, 2016, 10:24 AM	#32
Beagle333 Senior Member Join Date: January 7, 2012 Location: Auburn, AL. Posts: 2,332	Good price on em! You'll love the '60. Good advice also above.... Before you let that bolt head peen up those cylinder notches, check out the timing and bolt width. Not all of them need any work, but if they do, it's much easier on you to do it before it beats up those slots. Happy shooting!!! Chuck. __________________ . . . Have a Colt and a smile.

December 14, 2016, 12:21 PM	#37
Beagle333 Senior Member Join Date: January 7, 2012 Location: Auburn, AL. Posts: 2,332	Good thing you nabbed one. The sale just ended. __________________ . . . Have a Colt and a smile.

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November 26, 2016, 04:00 AM	#26
Bootsie Senior Member Join Date: April 30, 2007 Location: Hofheim/Germany Posts: 102	Just to add to your comment 45 Dragoon: if you were to install a .44 cal. conversion cylinder in a Uberti Colt 1860 there will be no length issues if .44 Colt ammo is loaded. No barrel liner is required either with outside lubed bullets. Long Johns Wolf

November 26, 2016, 09:05 AM	#27
45 Dragoon Senior Member Join Date: June 14, 2013 Posts: 656	Thank you Bootsie, you are correct. I know some folks like that setup but I think they're a "rare bird" (over here anyway). Heck, I already don't have time to reload my "normal" ammo!! Lol !!! Mike www.goonsgunworks.com Follow me on Instagram @ goonsgunworks

December 13, 2016, 02:28 AM	#29
JACKlangrishe Senior Member Join Date: October 28, 2016 Posts: 114	JUST DID IT!!! 199 OUT THE DOOR!!! CANT BELIEVE IT! Every 2 or 3 days or so I'd check Cabelas site hoping for a break. Just checked it while laying down at 2am and you can imagine my reaction when I saw that deal. my first bp gun.... VERY EXCITED!

December 13, 2016, 02:32 AM	#30
JACKlangrishe Senior Member Join Date: October 28, 2016 Posts: 114	Also thanks for the heads up drobs!! Had I not gotten lucky and stumbled on it, your post would've led me to it. Something tells me I'm really going to like it here.

December 13, 2016, 09:00 PM	#34
44 Dave Senior Member Join Date: February 24, 2013 Posts: 584	While your at it make sure the arbor is right, and the gun is not beating beating its self loose.

December 14, 2016, 02:37 AM	#36
JACKlangrishe Senior Member Join Date: October 28, 2016 Posts: 114	I definitely plan on stripping and cleaning the gun as soon as I get it with a list of problem areas to check and tune. I'm working on that list now so I'll be ready. I'm in no rush to take it to the range and want to make sure I prep it right and avoid undue wear. Your advice has been invaluable!! Can't thank you enough!