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NM Blackhawk 45LC Work?
19 January 2012, 02:51
trouthunterdjNM Blackhawk 45LC Work?
Hello all,
Has anyone had Hamilton Bowen do any revolver work for them? I got a NM Blackhawk 45 LC and ACP for very reasonable. This is the older larger frame gun not the new midsize. It shoot OK but I think it has posibilities. I am thinking of sending off to has accurization by Hamilton Bowen. I would appreciate everyones opinions.
Thanks all,
ddj
The best part of hunting and fishing was the thinking about going and the talking about it after you got back - Robert Ruark
19 January 2012, 03:37
billinthewildHamilton has worked on every one of my large caliber (and one .32 H&R) revolvers and I could not be more satisfied. He is tops. Check out his web site and consider his sights.

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19 January 2012, 08:33
trouthunterdjIS the older larger sized New Model Blackhawk better for this project or the newer Midsize?
Thanks
ddj
The best part of hunting and fishing was the thinking about going and the talking about it after you got back - Robert Ruark
19 January 2012, 16:00
kenoneillThe larger frame size will handle much heavier loads than the mid-size frame.
19 January 2012, 20:14
BoxheadI replied over on the 'fire. Bowen does fine work and I own a couple of full customs from him but he is not the only game in town.
19 January 2012, 20:23
trouthunterdjThanks for the replies.
I feel a need for a nice 45LC. I was debating between a custom Ruger or trying to find a used Freedom Arms.
ddj
The best part of hunting and fishing was the thinking about going and the talking about it after you got back - Robert Ruark
21 January 2012, 16:51
cottonstalkEver thought about trying to tune it up yourself?Got any mechanical skills at all?
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23 January 2012, 19:53
trouthunterdjcottonstalk - I'm not really handy. I do like to replace safties and triggers and may want to try a pistol sometime but for a hard working gun, I want to make sure it is done right.
ddj
The best part of hunting and fishing was the thinking about going and the talking about it after you got back - Robert Ruark