Pietta 1858 Buffalo .44brassframe?

[shmrck1]

Just purchased a Pietta 1858.44cal Buffalo,brass
framed revolver in LNC.Have not received it yet
but completely trust the seller.This will be my first B/P revolver.What if any issues should I
exspect from this model.And,if any how do I prevent them.I have always wanted a B/P revolver,and considering current prices I got
this one at a VERY good price.IMO
All comments appreciated,just be honest.
Thanks
snake-eyes :hmm:

 

[Don]

I'm sure you've read this advise here many times but I'll repeat it. Don't overload it, use moderate charges. Some load only 20 grains of powder but I think that is overly cautious. I have always loaded 25 grains in my brass framed revolvers with no ill effects. With the Remington design you might get away with a grain or two more on occasion. I also stick to round balls, heavy conicals increase recoil and I assume wear also.

Don

 

[CaptainKirk]

Don about covered it.
Just avoid full-house loads and it should last years.

 

[Dave Rosenthal]

Use the same point of aim for all of your shots and then move the group where you want it based upon Kentucky windage & elevation. I have the SS model of this same gun and it shoots great! 25 grains and a wonder-wad with a .454 ball will do the trick! That foot-long barrel is good to see the front sight with! A friend of mine has the same brass framed gun you're getting and he loves his too!

Good luck with the new shootin' iron!

Dave

 

[shmrck1]

Thanks guys,
When I get it I may have a few more
questions.
snake-eyes :hmm:

 

[Steve French]

Seeing as you have the Buffalo, that's the Buntline model. Nice gun, I also have one. I assume you're not taking it into battle, it should give you many years of shooting pleasure With the long barrel, it make a very nice deer gun.

 

[shmrck1]

I assume you're not taking it into battle, it should give you many years of shooting pleasure With the long barrel, it make a very nice deer gun.

Pustic,
No not to any battle and sorry to say can't
even hunt with a B/P revolver or pistol for deer
in Ohio.Actually it is illegal to even have a
B/P pistol or revolver while deer hunting in Ohio.
I can object but will abide.
snake-eyes

 

[shmrck1]

Guys,the revolver arrived a few days ago.To say I was surprized would be an understatement.I can see
no signs of it even being fired.Nipples are bright
and clean,no powder burn marks on cylinder facing.
No scratches anywhere,of anykind :shocked2: The seller said he had fired it 30times,if that be true he took very good care of it. I have had it
looked at by some folks smarter than myself,and they agreed,looked unfired to them.I paid $150
and after getting it felt bad about the deal.
Sent the previous owner about a sq.yd. of elk leather,and a little less deer.
I sleep better now! :thumbsup:

 

[CaptainKirk]

John, that sounds like a very good deal you got!
Looking forward to pictures and a range report!
Since it is your first BP pistol, you may have questions....fire away!

 

[kwilfong]

Keep us posted on your shooting results. I've got the wants for one of those & have been watching several on gunbroker.

I'll say it again; you guys are bad influence :nono: I've bought two c&b revolvers this week :shocked2: