I'm buying a 480 Ruger revolver to go with my lever action in that caliber. I am having a hard time deciding whether to go with the Raging Bull 6 1/2 barrel, Raging Bull 8 3/8 barrel, or the Magnum Reasearch BFR 7 1/2 barrel.

I know the BFR is more expensive, but I like the look & single action more. Being able to shoot 475 linebaugh doesn't matter much to me, but it's a plus I guess.

This will be my first pistol and I'ld like an accurate, funcionable, huntable, fun pistol.

I can get the cheaper taurus now, or save a little more and get the BFR?

Any opinions are welcome eccept for suggestions on other calibers. Any experiences with either brand pistol would also be appreciated.
(are single actions harder to clean?)

What little experience I've had with Raging Bulls has not impressed me. OTOH, I've never shot a BFR so you can take that with a pretty large grain of salt.

BUT, and the reason, I posted this, the local Gander Mountain (Texarkana, Tx) has a .480 Ruger BFR (new I think, but I didn't really pay that much attention so it could be used) on closeout for $530.00. I sqw it yesterday. Be aware if you call them, not everyone there has a clue.

thanks for the heads up. I'll see if they can transfer it here to MN. If it is new, thats a great deal.

I bought the BFR thanks to your tip