Discussion in 'Handguns: Revolvers' started by Dusey, Aug 24, 2007. (Do yourself a favor here: Grab your phone and take a picture showing the position of the strut and seat, and how they sit in the frame.). The Altamont grips didn’t fit completely flush on the right side, allowing the hammer pivot pin to back out of its recess slightly. Designed for lightweight, low recoil accuracy, the CMR30 .22 WMR features a nice, single-action trigger, ambidextrous dual non-reciprocating operating handles, ambidextrous safety and heel catch magazine release. Lock-up is tight, trigger DA is smooth on this example. Cylinders will be hot blued. Based on numerous customer requests for a full profile 3″ Ruger GP100® with classic styling and modern upgraded features, we even designed and developed our own grips in the correct scale for this configuration. The spring kit made a significant difference in trigger pull. Back of cyl. Changing the grips is a breeze. The company offers both full-size and compact grips for the GP100, and since I already knew what the full-size grips felt like, I figured it would be interesting to see how smaller grips affected how the gun handled. Give a Gift   Ruger ® GP100 ® double-action revolvers are among the most comfortable shooting revolvers. Also, would the GP 100stand up to a steady diet of full power magnum ammo? The Ruger SR1911 is offered in two versions, an all-stainless in .45 ACP (model # 6762) and a... Kahr Arms officially broke ground on their new headquarters in Blooming Grove Township, in Pike. Remove the locator pin in the base of the Altamont grips by first popping off the rosewood inserts and then pushing out the pin. In this instance, the L frame of the 686 denotes a medium-large frame, and is typical of modern, fullsize .357 Magnum offerings from Smith & Wesson. To test reliability, I fired 150 rounds through the gun in a single session. This Ultimate Special Conversion for WC Ruger GP100® .44 SPECIAL CONVERSION is the marriage of parts from two separate guns, the conversion or recipient gun and the donor gun. Blue GP100 4.2 inch barrel - solid. All of what follows starts with an unloaded gun, of course. When I was a kid, I used to read of Skeeter Skelton’s exploits in rechambering and rebarreling .357 S&W Highway Patrolman and Ruger Blackhawk revolvers to .44 Special. Ruger has built a reputation for crafting quality handguns and the GP100 revolver series is certainly no exception. Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc. is one of the nation's leading manufacturers of rugged, reliable firearms for the commercial sporting market. please consult an experienced gunsmith when using parts to insure proper use. To replace the spring, drive out the small pin at the back of the assembly, remove the plunger. The KelTec CMR30 is a .22 Magnum carbine that holds 30 rounds in each of its two flush-fit magazines. Posted: Fri Sep 24, 2010 4:30 pm . A five-shot revolver with a three-inch barrel, I find it an excellent field gun—not heavy like my five-inch S&W .44 Magnum but with plenty of punch. Despite near declarations of death several times over the decades, the .44 Special has risen again and again. So there you go: two simple, inexpensive projects to improve a revolver. SIG Academy's Hana Bilodeau joins Rich and Jim to discuss the essential skills all handgunners should master. and caliber designation removed. Bearcat: Joined: Thu Sep 16, 2010 12:38 pm Posts: 9 So would anyone else like to see Ruger come out with a .44 mag GP100? 4.8 out of 5 stars 17. $22.92 $ 22. GP100 .357 Mag. To replace the trigger return spring, after removing the mainspring you have to remove the hammer and the trigger guard assembly. 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Oct 2, 2019 - Explore Robert Duncan's board "Ruger", followed by 1081 people on Pinterest. and the .44 Special is just slightly lighter at 38 oz. is utilized in this conversion, refitted to frame with no endshake, linebored, and rechambered to 10mm. With the Wilson springs aboard, the double-action pull dropped to eight pounds and the single-action pull went to two pounds, four ounces. thanks to the bigger holes. W.E.G.--Most likely true, just wondering if it could be done. Free FedEx Option* (3) Ruger MAG JWSMX-1 17WSM $ 22.01. Ruger supplies a disassembly pin in the grip, but if you’ve lost it, a small punch or Allen wrench will do. And the gun is now more concealable as well. 5 out of 5 stars (228) 228 reviews $ 49.45 ... Ruger GP100 357 Magnum, 44 Special Full Size inch Revolver 5-6-7 Shot Leather OWB Holster PusatHolster. This is a Ruger Firearms enthusiast's forum, but it is in no way affiliated with, nor does it represent Sturm Ruger & Company Inc. of Southport, CT. ... .44 magnum GP100. Re: Ruger 44 carbine mag conversion « Reply #20 on: June 18, 2012, 10:08:31 AM » I checked out the case dimensions and found the 44 mag and 45 Colt to be off by .002 inches. 4.5 out of 5 stars (143) 143 reviews I’m thrilled with how the project turned out. The Wilson kit comes with mainsprings of eight, 10 and 12 pounds. 92. Free FedEx Option* (6) Ruger MAG AMER PSTL 9MM 17RD $ 28.00. Why not simply buy a revolver chambered for a more powerful cartridge rather than rechamber only to still go for hot loads? The GP100 line replaced Ruger’s Six Series of double action revolvers that had been in production since 1972. It comes out of the box as you see it, including Magpul sights and ambidextrous, non-reciprocating dual operating handles. Aimed at upper bull the GP100 shot the powerful Buffalo Bore .44 Special hot loads with Barnes 200-grain bullets low and right from 25 yards. Ruger does an excellent job of describing the disassembly and reassembly processes you’ll need for the job, and even I was able to accomplish them without too much trouble. Triple-locking cylinder is locked into the frame at the front, rear and bottom for more positive alignment and dependable operation shot after shot. Wilson also gives you choices—eight, nine and 10 pounds—and I went with the 10-pound spring in this case, too. Action parts and cylinder parts from the .44 special, the “donor” gun are transplanted, fitted and tuned to perfection into the conversion guns frame. Pre Owned - Ruger GP100 Single/Double .357 Mag 6" Revolver GI#: 101538356 Ruger GP100 .357 Magnum 6 Inch Full Shroud Barrel Satin Stainless Finish Adjustable Sights 6 Round Recoil-reducing, cushioned, rubberized black Hogue Monogrip. The new Streamlight TLR-6 light/laser is specifically designed for the SIG P365. Subscriber Services. The 686 is mostly a refinement of the S&W’s iconic revolver pedigree, established with their K/L frame revolvers. The trigger pull on the gun wasn’t bad at all, but one day I was surfing the Wilson Combat website while fact-checking an article. Ruger uses a 12-pound spring in the GP100, and I replaced it with Wilson’s 10-pounder. From shop BraidsHolsters. I had just one light primer strike, which I can accept. Replacing the mainspring is super easy. I stumbled on the company’s Custom-Tune spring kits for the GP100 (just $10 plus $6 shipping), and I ordered one. FREE Shipping on orders over $25 shipped by Amazon. "Ruger Gp100 .44 Special" For Sale. The .327 is 39 oz., the .357 also 39 oz. One day the notion popped into my head to install different grips on it, just for something to do. A five-shot revolver with a three-inch barrel, I find it an excellent field gun—not heavy like my five-inch S&W .44 Magnum but with plenty of punch. On to the spring kit. Stock grip does soak up the recoil. Introduced in 1985, the GP100 was meant to shoot more .357 magnum loads for a longer period of time than any of Ruger’s other double action revolvers had ever been able to mechanically tolerate. The spring is in there. End result? The Ruger GP100 is generally regarded as the strongest 357 magnum out there. The grips look great, fit my hand better than the originals, and they don’t detract from recoil control even though they’re smaller. See more ideas about Ruger, Hand guns, Guns and ammo. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register. I had to place the revolver in a padded vise (padded! GP100 10 mm to 10 mm Mag Conversion Starting load development using Hornady 180 XTP, Starline Brass and 296. Gemini Customs has developed what may be one of the most versatile Ruger GP100® conversions available. While there are definitely aligning features within the GP family, the current line is among the most diverse revolver series on the market. If you no longer have your manual, you can download it at ruger.com—and of course there are multiple YouTube videos explaining these procedures. The gun might endure the forces - at least for a while. The marriage of the GP100 with the .44 Special is a match made in gun heaven, and it’s been a long time coming. Now you might be thinking, “Justin, it’s a revolver from a well-established manufacturer – of course it’s made to a decent standard!” Unfortunately I’ve had the opportunity to handle the new Colt Cobra and some Smiths of rec… I went from merely liking my GP100 to absolutely loving it. The number of accessories and aftermarket upgrades for the SIG P320 is only going to increase. 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