Buy and Sell on GunsAmerica! The Auto Mag is an American classic. Starks book is a must-have for all Auto Mag enthusiasts and is still available. but after reading more about the history i need more info on its origin Now there are plenty more capable guns, some of them built on the same 629 platform. In the field this is a serious long-range hunter and you have to go deep into S&Ws custom price list to come up with this spec. Its also an interesting collection of ideas. It fired the excellent 45-70 Government rifle cartridges, felled big game and starred in hundreds of YouTube videos. The semi auto Magnum Research Desert Eagle is a legend in 50 Action Express spec, but this smaller caliber comes with a few advantages. A patented transfer bar mechanism and loading gate are all minor refinements. For me at least its a huge let down. That includes a master gunsmith doing all the work on one gun, which matters to some people. If so Id be on the phone with the money to order. Up next, the shiny new gun made an even tighter group. The classic Smith and Wesson 629 really had to take the prize. Still, the Ruger Alaskan .44 magnum is an excellent pistol for use on the trail, in the woods, or for self-defense. A 6-shot .44 Mag. Caliber: .22 Magnum. . Threats from the Democrat side are driving the issue, too, as well as constant rioting across the United States of America. So its tough shiz and easily capable of handling this large caliber and the heavier type of ammo. Because almost nothing is California compliant these days. But even amongst the most iconic and awe-inspiring handguns ever to make viewers eyes widen and chins drop there is one that sits at the very top. He bought it back in the late 70s. Apparently so. Feature Articles, That burns like acid doesnt it? It is not lost on this writer, nor should it be on the reader, just how big an undertaking Auto Mag Ltd., led by Patrick Henry has been. In an era before video games and sights that light up and flash and holler he went that way, these were top of the line and suit this gun just fine. Sold the gun (complete with manual case loading and case-forming dies for $700. The .41 Mag is a fine caliber, but to say it's one of the best is stretching it. Whatever you like. It's marginal between the .357 and the .44, by factory Federal Ammo specs for example, in all catagories of energy and downrange ballistics. I found myself sticking to five most of the time, it made it easier on my thumbs, and helped me ration my ammo better. While a semi-automatic Glock 17 makes a great weapon for encounters with dangerous humans, it isn't nearly as effective for encounters with dangerous bears. Could it take a Polar Bear? Keep up the great reviews Justin. It is important to evaluate the Auto Mag in the proper context, as a historically significant gun that had a very limited original production, achieved notoriety even iconic status, and is now being manufactured anew with full respect to the original design. . The barrel and frame are painstakingly matched. Why do people read about boutique firearms and bitch about the cost? This .500 Smith & Wesson load from Buffalo Bore can generate over 1 ton of muzzle energy . Thanks, I have had five revolvers two rifles, all in the 44 magnum caliber. And prepare to change your mind about this semi-auto special case. A co-worker had one of the AM iterations with a badge, case, mags, dies, brass -basically the whole nine yards. finally, the Colt Anaconda is one of the best 44 Magnum revolvers on the market. I regularly shoot a 4blue M-29 and a 3SS 629 Mountain Gun. Its also drilled for optics up top, but you get the red ramp front as standard. Its also beautifully proportioned, and that counts for something. This is the concealed carry or pocket pistol that Alaskans rely on to stave off bears and wolves. Our best sales and surplus - direct to your inbox! Id like to thank Patrick Henry, Jeffrey Kelley, Brian Maynard, and Bruce Stark for their contributions to my knowledge. But with the 44 Rem Mag, the Magnum Research Desert Eagle Mark XIX gets due headroom. It is the mid 1980s. Careers; About Us; Our History . But its pretty hard to reinvent the genre and new arrivals come with glacial technological advancements. EDC Mag AR Power Bank: The Ultimate Rugged Charger for, Columbus Officials Tell 'High-Cap' Mag Owners: 'Surrender to, New Legislation Would Create a Centralized Database of Gun. It has lived in S&Ws shadow for so long. Our Best Deals Are Right Here. A . Actually the same feeling I had for my 911 SC Targa. Suddenly the semi-automatic pistol with 357 Magnum loads is viable, although we stop short of calling them carry guns. You get a carbon-steel cylinder and frame, with a blued finish. I can say that this is my favortite handgun to shot. J.O. And this gun shoots straight and true now with the Hogue rubber grip nestled in your hand. I sure hope that if this massive pistol can be manufactured then this a sign that Walther is close to turning out some back up mags for my PPK/S .22 that have been unavailable for over a year. Smith & Wesson Model 629. Load with 230gr hollow point ammo and see what it can do in terms of muzzle energy and the highly-technical ballistic coefficient. The Model 44 model comes with the 8.4 pipework in its most absurd form. While the .44 Magnum wasn't really developed as a lever-gun cartridge, boy does it work as one. But its also a functional new star for gun safes around North America. With the Mark XIX, the company really got its shit together and turned it into something you might want to own. So theres a clear market for the Tracker and we actually could see ourselves carrying this pistol on the daily. Thats why it was popular with United States Law Enforcement Officers of the time. Intermittent feeding stoppages became less random and seemed to have a common source. Harry Callahan of the San Francisco police would not approve of the fancy engraving on this particular Smith and Wesson Model 29. . Sales, service, training, and outdoor shooting lanes staffed by an off duty LEO. They produce nearly 1900 fps of velocity and 2,280 ft.-lbs. But that was some time ago, and now that I am in my late 70s I may not think so lightly of it (although I still fire factory 308 loads in my Striker 308 bolt pistol). Taurus can sell you a 454 Casull Revolver. While it looks beautiful, the cost is the prohibitive factor in purchasing one. Copyright remains our property. This six-shot revolver was the worlds most powerful handgun when it was launched in 1955. The Grizzly got a longer slide and 5.4" barrel . Its seriously durable and has stood the test of time in tougher hands than ours sending this cartridge down range. su_button url=https://bit.ly/3Kti2qn target=blank style=soft size=6 wide=yes center=yes icon=icon: shopping-cart text_shadow=2px 1px 2px #000000]Buy Yours From Our Partner Now![/su_button]. . I mean it shouldnt, but it does. It was several of them, and several calibers, obviously, but the 44 Magnum might be the most famous movie handgun in the world, ever. In my opinion the Auto Mag was one of sexiest guns to ever grace a movie set. With the Henry AM built to significantly improved engineering & material standards, I disagree with the notion that Auto Mag Ltd has priced outside the range of the average Joe. Check out the Desert Eagle semi automatic handgun here and get some wild 44 Mag semi auto pistols: Everybody is saying the same thing. Be warned, we have gone for the more spectacular gunporn offerings rather than the sedate, sensible choices. Comparing the 10mm semi auto pistol and the 44 magnum revolver to see which one would ultimately be a better, more effective choice.If you would like to help. And Im only in my 60s. $123.50 + $20.00 shipping . The recoil was less than my S&W Mod. Theres a lot to like about this smaller caliber cannon. It would be a similar discussion if someone were to re-make the broom handle Mauser in strict accordance to the original design, with all of its inherent positive and negative qualities but as a newly manufactured functioning handgun. The Ruger Super Redhawk Alaskan is a simple spray and pray double action revolver with a massive kick that can slip into your belt, pocket or sock. The stainless double action Ruger Redhawk models and Single Action Only Blackhawk offer an entirely different experience. One the first movie he shot a young black bank robber and uttered the famous Do you feel lucky punk? line. And there, I believe, is the answer. the serial number on mine is LAST.1. All are non-expanding, deep-penetrating bullets with wide, flat noses. The Bisley-style grip and a number of features that combine to reduce the chances of an accidental discharge are less important. The one case with .357 and .44 magnum pistols is included in the 35 pistol cases. I was trying to be sarcastic NOT disrespectful to anyone. The FK Field Pistol being a semi-auto and having a narrower frame with no cylinder will be easier to carry concealed. 7.5 inches up front and the Bisley grip have made this sturdy Ruger New Model a favorite with handgun hunters. One in the chamber and four in the magazine. These cheap guns are classic cowboy six shooters that might just work for you. You can load up with lighter 44 Special handgun cartridges to drop the muzzle energy and give your wrists a rest. DE44CATU. Solution insert an empty magazine and seat it properly, then pull back on the cocking ears while pushing forward on the grip frame. This review covers the longer barrel Korth NXS, but yeah the basics are here and you can clearly see the slavish devotion to producing the best 44 mag revolver in the world. Its quite the piece of engineering and one of our favorite single action revolvers. Couple Dirty Harry movie trivia. The emergence of the more convenient semi-automatic pistols and even more powerful revolvers didn't overshadow the .44 mag. You do get adjustable rear sights, a squared off trigger guard to save your knuckles. But it obviously didnt come chambered with 44 Magnum ammo, because Elmer Keith and co werent around to make it. Its a well-controlled hunter, personal defense beast and range toy that youll never get tired of. If you want your .44 Mag EDC to look as good as it shoots, then this is the one to buy online right now. Sig Sauer P320 XTen. I am proud to own two of those guns. Age before Beauty, as they say so the little old lady from Pasadena was up first and put five shots into a very respectable group from a rest at 20 yards. There are going to be multiple entries from the usual suspects, too, and even variants. So if you just want a big gangster piece, the new arrivals are still better. I grew up reading Mack Bolan books here in Brazil. Inspired by the earlier Ruger Model 44, the Deerfield Carbine (in production from 2000 to 2006) is a semi-automatic based partially on the Mini-14 and partially on the 10/22. The new gun has fixed that issue, and a few others. 44 Remington Magnum (2) 45 ACP (42) 45 Colt (1) 45 Long Colt (2) 5.56mm (6) 5.7x28mm (4) . If you have kids, be sure they understand the value of those heirlooms!! Very nice firearm! Not at $4300. Factor in inflation and you have a sure fire lose/loose propostion. We spent many happy days sitting in a boat on the river or sitting by a fire in the river swamp after hunting. Smith & Wesson Model 29/629. OK, so 44 Magnum was designed for 44 Mag revolvers. For terms & conditions of our terms of use, privacy policy, terms of service, gift cards etc, please contact us at the main email address. There are far more serious handguns, pistols and more on offer these days. It was actually a response to the demands of cowboy action shooters and hit the shelves in 1993 in its first form. Or go for the greater velocity top shelf ammo and Magnum loads to drop deer. Taurus 605 .357 Magnum Revolver, 2." Stainless Steel Fixed Sight - 2605029. Browse our selection of handgun ammunition that is in stock and ready to ship. Just one thing I like to brag about is at the law enforcement Academy I brout the trophy home. BE99153RSL. Find a dealer now. The ribs up top are perfect for a scope mount and that turns the Ruger Super Blackhawk into a very serious hunter. This is real gun safety, right here. The big brother to the equally fantastic Colt Python has created a family of snake guns with ever increasing venom. Reliable, durable, chambered in .45-70 Government. I only got to know him for a few years because he died around 39. The great news is that it truly is art you can shoot. I have no problem with the $4,200 for this new Automag, IF they would make my handgun with the same rib height and post openings as the original. An Airweight variant of the J-frame Centennial Model, the Model 351 C is suitable for concealed carry due to its lightweight construction a mere 11.5 oz. It comes factory-tuned from S&W with a few extra features like a fiber-optic front sight and an even smoother trigger. As soon as i can locate one i just might add one to my collection. Korth revolvers chambered in just about any handgun cartridge are modern art as much as a working firearm. $1,844.99. The high polished finish is also an option and is a very labor-intensive process which makes the stainless-steel shine like drag pipes on a new Harley. Its possibly the highlight of the site, apart from the adjustable white outline. This might just be our personal favorite and if you own one then you will know just what we mean. Maybe the Henry-Auto Mag 44s will be available soon. . I took two whitetails with it opening morning three years ago. (by PPU). That is an overloaked feature of the gun is the ability to quickly change barrels. If you can The new Auto Mag can be ordered in several configurations, starting with the Founders Edition, which was a limited run offered to early pre-order customers. The rules are just different there. The .44 Auto Mag Pistol is a semi-automatic pistol designed in the late 1960's by Auto Mag Corporation and is chambered in .44 AMP. That explains the engraving work on the fancier guns, we guess and the fact that the 29 is likely to stay on sale until long after we are dead. So it's only marginally better than the .357, but not quite as powerful as the. )This will probably be the last firearm I will purchase. Price $738.88. Auto Mag Ltd. has not modernized this by adding any visibility enhancements which this enthusiast appreciates. The consecutive pair have only been factory test fired. It is what it is. Three of the most practical bear back-up handgun cartridges available are: (from left) Buffalo Bore's 10mm Auto 220-grain hard-cast load, Garrett's .44 Magnum 310-grain hard-cast load, and Buffalo Bore's .480 Ruger 330-grain Dangerous Game monometal load. At 1250 fps one dropped where I shot it, and the other only went 15 yds. Since then, it has lived in holsters, gun cases and under formal jackets across the United States. And finally, the 9mm is also a big joke. If interested, contact Stark at littlekitty16@roadrunner.com. .44 MAG / 44 SP (3).44 Rem Magnum (29).44 Remington Magnum (3).44 Russian (1).44 Special (24) . Incidentally, the Taurus Tracker is another of the 44 Mag revolvers option and you get a lot of great gun deals in this caliber from Taurus. The classic 44 Magnum cartridge is covered, and that will do for now, but soft point specials are out there. I.e Automag, mod 29, .458 model 70. Unfortunately, there is not a variety of .44 AMP ammo from which to select a sample for testing and this writer is aware of only one company making commercial ammunition SBR. The Ruger Redhawk line is long and proud, or something. Just a $ 4000.00 club !!! Also, and this is possibly more serious, stocks are running low on ammo. Of course, I don't mean to take anything away from the other guns. Problem was there were none to be had. . There, we said it. In 1983, guns didnt look like this. The Smith & Wesson Model 460. So if you wrote it off as a large bore nutjob, and nobody could blame you, take a look at this chambered for the 44 Mag cartridge. Best Lever Gun. That custom S&W 629 PC model can be matched up to a series of other Smith and Wesson gun parts & accessories. I have two 8 inch pythons. I have never wanted one of these and still dont. This gun should outlive you. In the late 90s, the company technically discontinued the standard Model 29 as the 629 took over. HQ Score is a ranking system developed by our team of experts (Professionals with extensive experience in choosing golf products). Ruger Super Redhawk Alaskan. The 6 inch barrel and compensator all play their part in the new 44 Magnum Desert Eagle semi auto pistols. Its so boring! Sure you can speed load a revolver. Also, converting a pistol to be able to shoot .460 Rowland is somewhat of a joke, unless you just have to have a semi-auto pistol. So if its 45 ACP ammo, 10mm ammo, shotgun ammo, rimfire ammo, reloading supplies, red dot sights, bullets, brass or a nice new holster, we got you covered. Were not even sure anymore to be honest, but we still love it. Making a point of detailing the gun-specific ammunition and allaying some haters fear in that regard was an insightful inclusion even if I dont. Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0. So when a State Trooper in Georgia offered to buy it (after stopping me for going way too fast, he had himself a Porsche. And the triple locking cylinder is still kind of impressive. If I spend $4500 on a gun Im going to have to make love to it! This large frame revolver can do it all. Best deal ever. 1911. Roughly the size of a standard 1911, it is concealable, controllable, accurate and reliable. 2 Image (s) Magnum Research Desert Eagle .44MAG CA OK 6" 8+1 DE44CATU EZ PAY $171. The privacy policy is pretty awesome, and the site map is kind of a fun read too after the terms & conditions. Loaded to the same chamber pressure of 65,000 psi as the 454 Casull, the 460 Smith & Wesson is the . This is the classic police revolver with hardwood grip module with some modern touches. Taurus - 444 Raging Bull 6.5in 44 Magnum Matte Stainless 6RD. Smith & Wesson - 69 Combat Magnum .44 Mag 2.75 SS. A Rem Mag single action revolver is a definite choice, but its part of the tribal divide that delights and infuriates fans of the Ruger and the S&W 629. These debates get tribal in a hurry. The Ruger Super Redhawk Alaskan is often the last line of defense in bear country and has saved more lives than sex education. In a bear encounter, this round is really the bare minimum you would want. Rimfire ammo for sale in particular can turn into a fetish and shotgun ammo runs out fast, fyi. I have shot Desert Eagles both 44s and the big 50 AE. So the winner that goes into your gun safes just isnt straightforward anymore. There are fewer, but still several iconic handguns in global culture. We did another two for Nighthawk Customs semi auto pistols, revolvers are separate, because were nice. and dont have to ask how much ? Its an aftermarket look and for some reason it kind of works here. Watch the full video review of this gun, with lots of shooting, here: I will leave you with a quote that I really like about the original Auto Mag, from Bruce Starks book, Auto Mag, The Pasadena Days The Years 1966-1972 The scope of the efforts and the accomplishments that took place in such a very short amount of time are staggering. Due to the nature of the bullet, most handguns are revolvers; however, there are semi-automatic pistols chambered in 44 Mag, such as the Desert Eagle. And this Ruger Super Blackhawk has a cult following. Brazil took the top spot, produced the hunting handgun of 2022 in more or less everybodys eyes and a masterpiece thats a price most of us can afford. Seven of the best .44 Magnum Revolver on the market 2023. The 44 Auto Mag is the DeLorean of handguns. Barrel weights start to make sense when you get to the muzzle energy on offer from a 44 Magnum revolver hollow point, which is an absolute monster of a round. i presntly own an orignal amp model 208 with the 8.5 barrel made in cavina calif the ser number is l.a.s.t.1 Single action revolvers? If the S&W PWB hadnt featured so highly, then this would be right up there. As far as accuracy goes, I have to admit that because I have owned original Auto Mags for years, I already had a hunch that it would put em where you point it, and indeed it does. In Stock. I was even puttering around on Starline Brass website and found .44 Automag brass in stock a while back. The G44 was thoroughly tested with a wide variety of ammunition to ensure maximum performance and . Especially at this price. Here are our favorite dealers, with direct links to the right section for ammo for defensive duties. The hammer, trigger and trigger stop are all chrome and should stand the test of time. 18 Best .45 ACP CCW Guns For Sale - 2019 - USA Gun Shop, Best Colt 1911 Pistols For Sale in 2020 - USA Gun Shop, 15 Best Hunting Handguns For Sale in 2020 - USA Gun Shop, S&W Model 66 Combat Revolver For Sale - USA Gun Shop, 15 Best SubCompact 9mm Guns For CCW - June 2020 - USA Gun Shop, 23 Best 9mm Carry Pistols - Sep 2020 - USA Gun Shop, 17 Best 357 Magnum Revolvers For Sale - Nov 2020 - USA Gun Shop, 9 Best .50 Caliber Pistols For Sale - Dec 2020 - USA Gun Shop, 9 Best Subcompact 1911s: Officer Size Fun - Dec 2020 - USA Gun Shop, 10 Best 38 Revolvers For Sale - April 2021 - USA Gun Shop, 19 Best 10mm Pistols For Sale - Dec 2021 - USA Gun Shop. He loads a full magazine into the pistol, takes aim, pulls the trigger, and the pistol goes full automatic. of energy at the muzzle, making the 45-70 the most powerful cartridge in our bear-gun lineup. This is easily one of the best 44 mag revolvers on the market. As tested, this pistol weighs 4 lbs. Great article rekindled my interest in the Auto Mag. Full Details. Rating: 97%. SCORE. I got all his preferred guns for my collection: the Beretta 92 Brigadier, the Beretta 93R, the Mini Uzi and the Weatherby .416, but the main star was missing, the 6,5 AutoMag Now I will have to spend US$ 9,500.00 after paperwork and import taxes to get one in Brazil. This particular one appears to have been a Lee Jurras branded model (including Magnaporting) and was verified later by snail mail with Kent Lamont. They will never be sold because he was my hunting and fishing buddy besides being my brother-in-law. (And I dont have to worry about jams). People are spending as much and a lot more on custom 1911 and AR platforms. He shot the pistol and other firearms at a more upscale shooting range, it might have been a club membership operation, several times. So buy bulk ammo where you find it. Customer service is probably pretty great too for this handgun hunting star. unloaded and compact design. People are bulk buying 45 ACP ammo, 9mm ammo, rifle ammo for hunting squirrels with bolt-action rifles when the apocalypse comes. An Auto Mag has been out of reach. Have shot and enjoyed burning 44mag ammo for many years. I sold two to former Army buddies but still own a single and the consecutive pair. Magnum Research Desert Eagle MK19 Semi Auto Handgun .44 Magnum 6" Barrel 8 Rounds Fixed Sights Black Finish - $1590.30 The Magnum Research Desert Eagle MK19 chambered in .44 Magnum is a beast of a . The 44 Auto Mag had made its introduction to the market over a decade before the film was made, and after selling roughly 3,000 pistols the company went under and production stopped. Corrosion-resistant stainless steel build. 38 Special full metal jacket round will hit with the force of 189 pounds of pressure per square foot at a . Search, search for something better if you can, like enter your email address on the investor relations and store services site to contact us. They actually go in depth talking about the gun, since the assassin/bad guy kills someone with one and leaves brass at the scene which the detectives wind up using to track down the origin of. Shooting 797 out og 800. The title character, immortalized by Clint Eastwood is famous for the icon status of the S&W Model 29, .44 Magnum revolver. Magnum Research. When I saw Dirty Harry pull out the Automag on screen in Sudden Impact, my first thought was Hey! The round was developed due to a lack of stopping power experienced in the Moro Rebellion in . They dont actually make these revolvers, this is an import deal with the similarly demanding Korth Arms in Germany. (1 review) Iist of movies that had the auto mag in it, including bhc, its imfdb; the gun doesnt show on imdb for bhc, Axel Foley had a browning HI Power, maker and caliber unknown.