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Friday, April 4, 2025
There was a time in my life when this would have been a "must buy."
You would be surprised how little the 454 recoils. I have both the 2 1/2 and 7 1/2 versions and my 115# wife and her 125# female friend shoot both without any trouble.
The 454 Casull is a round that inflicts a lot of pain to a shooter. I have gotten to the point in my life a 44 Mag hurts so I am relegated to shooting lighter 44 Special loads.
A padded shooting glove makes all the difference at the range. I like the shape of wood grips, but they can be a bit slippery. The gloves gives a firm grip and added padding. Tried it after shoulder surgery & it helps tremendously. CC
Just a guess. The new revolver will be fired once out of the box. Next time (if ever) will be when Grizz is heading their way. I have an N frame S&W Model 25-5 and even with an 8" barrel it's a bruiser with full house loads.
During that time in my life I ended up with a Freedom Arms revolver in 454 Casull. And a couple boxes of very hot Freedom Arms ammo for it. Shot it a lot, and it did have recoil, but for me it was manageable. And quite accurate. I could consistently hit targets that my shooting buddies did not think likely with that round. Admittedly, the trigger on that revolver was first class, but I could also concentrate and control the recoil pretty well. Never hurt my hand/wrist with it, especially after cooler rounds became available from other manufacturers. Great round. Great gun.
I worked with several guys who were really into firearms - always trying to outdo one another. One of them bought a 454. They often shot at a local gravel pit. For some reason one time the 454 owner decided to shoot the thing off-hand. When he next came to work he had his glasses neatly taped together and a hugh welt neatly placed in the middle of his forehead. Gotta know your limitations.
I shot mine one-handed all the time. The trick is to know it's going to buck, and be prepared. With that, never had a problem. I'm always surprised someone can let their gun tag them in the face from recoil, even with a bruiser like a 454. Know what's in your hand, grip it good, and be ready.
Toss the factory grips. Look for rubber grips that cover the grip frame spine, with a broad surface over that frame. (Some have a very narrow edge over the frame, sand or grind them flat to spread the impact of recoil.) The gun will suddenly be much more accurate as a side benefit, and you can fire an entire box for practice!
"Know what's in your hand, grip it good, and be ready." Best advice on handling-using any firearm that I've ever read. Actually, just simple common sense.
At first I though the round was a joke because I first encountered it playing "Redneck Rampage". Then I grew old enough to buy & shoot real guns, learned it was a real round, and it's "Casull", not "Casual".
I'm just a poor old pussy, I'll have to get by with my 3" Ruger GP 100, "almost" snubby. Bone stock except for Wolfe springs and de-thumbing the hammer.
My wrist aches just thinking about firing a 454 Casull in such a light gun.
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You would be surprised how little the 454 recoils. I have both the 2 1/2 and 7 1/2 versions and my 115# wife and her 125# female friend shoot both without any trouble.
DeleteThe 454 Casull is a round that inflicts a lot of pain to a shooter. I have gotten to the point in my life a 44 Mag hurts so I am relegated to shooting lighter 44 Special loads.
ReplyDeleteMaybe make a good carbine round? In the AR platform?
DeleteA padded shooting glove makes all the difference at the range.
DeleteI like the shape of wood grips, but they can be a bit slippery. The gloves gives a firm grip and added padding. Tried it after shoulder surgery & it helps tremendously.
CC
Just a guess. The new revolver will be fired once out of the box. Next time (if ever) will be when Grizz is heading their way. I have an N frame S&W Model 25-5 and even with an 8" barrel it's a bruiser with full house loads.
ReplyDeleteDuring that time in my life I ended up with a Freedom Arms revolver in 454 Casull. And a couple boxes of very hot Freedom Arms ammo for it. Shot it a lot, and it did have recoil, but for me it was manageable. And quite accurate. I could consistently hit targets that my shooting buddies did not think likely with that round. Admittedly, the trigger on that revolver was first class, but I could also concentrate and control the recoil pretty well. Never hurt my hand/wrist with it, especially after cooler rounds became available from other manufacturers. Great round. Great gun.
DeleteI worked with several guys who were really into firearms - always trying to outdo one another. One of them bought a 454. They often shot at a local gravel pit. For some reason one time the 454 owner decided to shoot the thing off-hand. When he next came to work he had his glasses neatly taped together and a hugh welt neatly placed in the middle of his forehead. Gotta know your limitations.
DeleteI shot mine one-handed all the time. The trick is to know it's going to buck, and be prepared. With that, never had a problem. I'm always surprised someone can let their gun tag them in the face from recoil, even with a bruiser like a 454. Know what's in your hand, grip it good, and be ready.
DeleteI think you have to 'limp wrist' it to manage the recoil. The opposite of the tight grip needed on polymer frame pistols.
DeleteMy hammerless S&W .38 revolver is my choice for my "get off me" gun. It hurts my shooting hand enough. I don't need more pain.
ReplyDeleteToss the factory grips. Look for rubber grips that cover the grip frame spine, with a broad surface over that frame. (Some have a very narrow edge over the frame, sand or grind them flat to spread the impact of recoil.) The gun will suddenly be much more accurate as a side benefit, and you can fire an entire box for practice!
DeleteHow about a 1972 Model 29 .44 mag.
ReplyDeleteStainless steel, 8⅜" barrel, never been fired.
Only $3950 (negotiable)
Bought my model 29 from the Rod and gun club in Franfurt Germany for $300 in 1976.
DeleteI'll take a Super Redhawk in 44 mag. That I can also put 44 special in. Give me a 7 1/4" barrel. Always wanted 454 too but not a stubby. F NO
ReplyDelete"Know what's in your hand, grip it good, and be ready." Best advice on handling-using any firearm that I've ever read. Actually, just simple common sense.
ReplyDeleteAt first I though the round was a joke because I first encountered it playing "Redneck Rampage". Then I grew old enough to buy & shoot real guns, learned it was a real round, and it's "Casull", not "Casual".
ReplyDeletePotent round that .454
ReplyDeleteI'm just a poor old pussy, I'll have to get by with my 3" Ruger GP 100, "almost" snubby. Bone stock except for Wolfe springs and de-thumbing the hammer.
ReplyDeleteI have one of those. Solid, heavy thing that will last forever.
DeleteDon't forget, you can also shoot 45 Colt in the same gun. Much easier on the shooter.
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