Hi guys, I know it's not a Freedom Arms gun, but it is half the price, and no long wait. Are they pretty good? I was thinking of one in .475...

They're well built single-actions.....I have 3 and all very tight (.450 Marlin, .475, and .454). Cylinder gap is around 0.002", the lock-up is sound, and the overall finish is excellent. Many people overlook these pistols because they "look" like a Super Blackhawk and are twice the price. When you consider the calibers they offer and the fit of the guns though, they're worth it. Not quite on par with a Freedom Arms, but for $500-$1,000 less they're a deal.

Lee Martin
www.singleactions.com

glock20rocks,

An other advice could be to have a look at
http://www.gunsamerica.com/fast.cgi?guncat=1560

You can find used Field Grade FA for same price than new BFR.

IMHO a used FA is better than new BFR. BFR has upgraded his revolver's quality these 2 past years.

BER007, I'll poke around there and see if I can find a .475 cheap. I do like the FAs, but the are kinda costly. As far as the upgrading, well, I'd be getting the newest version, since I want the .475 and that's a pretty new gun.

Lee, have you ever shot a .454 Super Redhawk? Kinda wondering how it compares the SA.. I've got a .454 Super Redhawk, and it's a real beast to shoot (no "roll", just straight-back kick).

Ever shoot .480 rounds in the .475? I've got a friend who likes to shoot, but hates recoil...he won't even shot my Desert Eagle, and that thing's a pussycat compared to the Redhawk!

Thanks for the quick replys guys!!

Though I don't own one, I have shot full house loads in a .454 Super Redhawk. My .454 BFR hammers me more, but that's primarily due to the fact that I've had wood grips fit to the gun. If you're used to the Redhawk, the BFR shouldn't pose a problem and the factory rubber grips do make it a little more manageable. Haven't tried .480 Ruger in my BFR yet, but it is a nice option.

As for comparing them to Freedom Arms, I will say that the new Magnum Research BFRs have no end-shake (at least the ones I have), 0.002" cylinder gap, and group under 2.0" at 50 yards. I have six FAs that produce the same sort of results.......the only difference is I paid $800 more on average for the Freedom Arms. Good luck and let us know what you think if you get a one.

Lee Martin
www.singleactions.com

Thanks for the info; it'll be a little bit before I get one. I'm getting a .458 Win. Mag next...this'll be by first real rifle! I've never shot a rifle bigger than a .22 before, so it should be interesting

I'll have my friend make a video of it

bought the .480 before they chambered a .475 and was going to have it rechambered I found it lacking in quality. The fit and finish was ruger level the trigger had alot of creap the sights sucked the grips were terrible in my hands and the gun was just to big. I had a terrible time with there service department too. I think these guns are overpriced. Like it was said for a little more you can get a field grade FA gun and there twice the gun. I sold it withing a month and took a big loss on it cause no one wanted it. I wouldnt trade one of my ruger bisleys even up for one. Just my opinion. Just to defend them a little my buddy has one of the older .410 guns and his has alot better fit and finish. I think there just trying to sell guns now.

I recently a Ruger Blackhawk SS Bisley with adj. sights in .5 Colt.

My cylinders are exactly in spec, according to a top-name gunsmith. It is very accurate, and handy, and solid as a hammer, and feels just right.

I am presently carrying it over my FA, as I prefer the shorter barrel, and I'm not on any important hunts- just varmint shooting (deer.)

It's about 87% as good as the FA at 1/4 the price. I don't mind the rain and snow getting on it. And it's going to hold it's value.

The BFR? Pretty odd duck, that one.

I'd get a Ruger Bisley in .475 in half a heartbeat if the made one

I'd like to get one anyway and have it converted to .475, but don't have the $ to spend right now. It'll just be a fun & plinking gun, so don't really want to spend the extra cash for a FA.

HOWEVER, the FA is one hell of a lot better gun, and I *do* plan on getting a .475 one when the cash is around!