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For the sake of this thread, we're talking about revolvers you use to shoot paper targets, bowling pins, metallic silhouettes, et al. While handgun hunting and self-defense most certainly are part of the revolver world, the aforementioned is the focus.
So, what "makes" a great...
As most know (and some love) there are a great variety of shooting sports featuring the handgun, such as bullseye, IPSC, IDPA, steel challenge, ICORE, metallic silhouettes, CAS, bowling pins, etc.
Beyond the fun factor, which ones do you think are most germane to preparation for a disaster...
From time to time I look for an original XP-100 on the used market. They seem neato to my eyes for silhouette shooting and similar. Part of the reason I never pulled the trigger, metaphorically, is they (or at least the originals I'm looking at) are in .221 Fireball. Neat cartridge, but I...
I had to send in a my Rossi 97206 in due to a recall. The deal is they would repair anything required, pay for shipping both ways, and provide $50 for the hassle. Fair enough, I sent it in. I get a call just now saying they can't repair it, but they will replace it. But, wait, they no longer...
I've been looking a various auctions for an original Remington XP-100 in .221 Fireball. The starting bids are, frankly, all over the map.
Question — what is a reasonable price for:
An original Remington XP-100 in .221 Fireball.
In good working condition and cosmetically at least decent.
No...
A sport I'd like to get into is metallic shooting, both handgun and rifles. I read a book about it last year and started doing informal shooting of said on our home range. There is something strangely satisfying about watching the little chicken, turkey, pig, and ram figures get knocked over...