C. W. Knight # 47289L Posted May 25, 2023 Share Posted May 25, 2023 Asking the Cowboy with experience/knowledge of the title Pistol for SASS. Thanks, C.W. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cholla Posted May 25, 2023 Share Posted May 25, 2023 I tried one in a gun shop and when I cocked it, the action locked up. I could not get it to drop the hammer and neither could the gun shop folks. That was enough to sour them for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C. W. Knight # 47289L Posted May 25, 2023 Author Share Posted May 25, 2023 Thanks for your input. They look nice in a picture but I have very limited experience with clones. Have had a lot of Rugers. . I was already leaning away but that will probably seal the no deal. Thanks again, C.W. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abe E.S. Corpus SASS #87667 Posted May 25, 2023 Share Posted May 25, 2023 Uberti built these revolvers with a transfer bar ignition at Beretta’s request. A fellow in my area had a pair that he used for mounted shooting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C. W. Knight # 47289L Posted May 25, 2023 Author Share Posted May 25, 2023 Thanks, Abe for the information. C.W. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sinola Kid Posted May 25, 2023 Share Posted May 25, 2023 I have a pair I used for years, never had an issue. They are my backups now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Gus, SASS# 66666 Posted May 26, 2023 Share Posted May 26, 2023 I have a pair. They shoot great. Once owned a second pair sold them to pard who loved them as well. Big Gus Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C. W. Knight # 47289L Posted May 26, 2023 Author Share Posted May 26, 2023 Thanks Sinota & Big Gus, I appreciate all comments. Trying to make an informed decision, even though my bride question that ability sometimes. C.W. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TN Mongo, SASS #61450 Posted May 26, 2023 Share Posted May 26, 2023 Transfer bars in Rugers tend to be much more durable than those found in Uberti and Pietta products. If the pistols are a good deal buy them. A good cowboy gunsmith can remove the transfer bars without much trouble. I know of a couple of shooters who have shot the Beretta Stampedes for years with no issues, but both gentlemen had the transfer bars removed. My Pietta pistols purchased from Cabela's also had the transfer bars system when I purchased them. My local cowboy gunsmith removed them and they have been my main match pistols for the last 10 years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
watab kid Posted May 27, 2023 Share Posted May 27, 2023 i have one , its my backup 38 , ive had no issues with it but i seldom shoot it , i like the feel of it , it shoots well and ill not be parting with it , Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John E. Law Posted May 28, 2023 Share Posted May 28, 2023 Gorgeous guns that's for sure. I'd love to have a pair but for me they'd just be eye candy. The Beretta Renegade 1873 though? IMO the best 73 we have in our game. I have six. Four in 38/357 (main match and back ups for the wife and I) and two in 45LC (one for each of us should we need for WB or CC). They've all been tuned by Roughneck Rod back when he was doing it. I think the fit and finish on them is superior to the other clones. JEL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shanghai Posted May 29, 2023 Share Posted May 29, 2023 When I started CAS, I purchased a Stampede and a Ruger. Shot them both for about 4-5 years. Never a problem with either pistol. I then picked up a pair of Jimmy Spurs Rugers and the Beretta became a spare/backup along with the stock Ruger. I would recommend the Beretta but admit that the Ruger is a sturdier built pistol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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