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[Rifletom]

Very nice RR. Same load as the 1860?

[JEBar]

congrats indeed .... that is a sharp looking rifle .... will she spend much time out on the trail ..

[RanchRoper]

I have a scabbard for it, and will pack it occasionally just for the sheer fun of it, but the 1860 is my saddle rifle. Yes it will shoot the same loads as the 1860, however I did load up some higher end 45 Colt just to see how they go. Not at max though, and I am not interested in shooting +P loads.

[fortyshooter]

CONGRATS!! Looks really good RR! Will be waiting your first range report with it!!

[Rifletom]

Good call on not going +P loads. Don't need 'em. That High Wall is going to have a tough time shooting as tight as that 1860. Make it work.

[JEBar]

I did load up some higher end 45 Colt just to see how they go.

I'd love to see you pep some up and try some Quigley shots ..

[markiver54]

I did load up some higher end 45 Colt just to see how they go.

I'd love to see you pep some up and try some Quigley shots ..

Indeed. All you need is an old bucket and a rider.

[JEBar]

Indeed. All you need is an old bucket and a rider.

I'd bet he already has a bucket and could quickly find a rider ..

[EasyEd]

Hey All,

Really nice looking rifle. I've no doubt it'll shoot straight. Looking forward to seeing a 500 yd target filled with holes

-Ed-

[RanchRoper]

Thanks all, we'll see how it goes this weekend. Definitely going to try some 200 yd shooting.

[EasyEd]

Hey All,

RR if your going to try long range shooting and being period correct are you going to try creedmore shooting positions like in the pic?



I'm no expert but I think there are more positions for long guns and handguns an such.

I had no idea people would invent such positions but Elmer Kieth used them with handguns. Some of those with rifles I'd likely fall asleep.

-Ed-

[RanchRoper]

I’ve done that bottom one after getting bucked off...looks familiar.

[RanchRoper]

I had the stock cover made rough side out so it will age real nice. He usually makes them smooth side out.

[RanchRoper]

I have shouldered it many times this afternoon, it is a handful with that long barrel. Weighs in around 10 lbs I think. Recoil should be nonexistent.

[Vaquero]

Congrats RR, finally sir, I know your glad to finally to have it in hand.
She looks very nice and the butt cuff and sight really set it off.
Like, I believe it was Tom said, have no doubt she'll be a shooter.
Anxiously awaiting to see some targets.

RP

[BigAl52]

You might be like this guy after totin that rifle around RR

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[Team Roper]

Looking good RR.

[JEBar]

with that long barrel. Weighs in around 10 lbs I think.

for me firing it from a standing position would require shooting sticks .... do you anticipate any changes from the way you fire you lever rifle

[fortyshooter]

RR make sure to bring your favorite shooting chair!

[fortyshooter]

Bet these would make a good 45 Colt High Wall load. Shoot great in my Henry Carbine and carry some punch!
That 1100 FPS was out of my 2.5 inch Ruger Alaskan. Alliant 2400 would have good burn time in your long barrel.