NitroX
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| 25/06/20 12:11 PM |
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Re: Howdah Pistol in modern calibres?
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500JRH with 440 grains at 1350fps
475 Linebaugh with 420 grains at 1350fps
With these cartridges you're in the range of 1700-1800 ft/lbs energy.
These are the standard for the 5-shot lightweight revolvers from Freedom Arms or from Huntington and the other custom wheel gun builders.
Finished guns weigh about 3-1/2 pounds.
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The Original Howdah Pistol is a reproduction of the famous Auto & Burglar model made by Ithaca Company around 1920. This modern version features rifled barrels chambered for . 45LC/.
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Product Specs.
Item Number REV/S640.410
Barrel Length 10.25'' Round
Caliber .45LC/410
Capacity 2
Weight 7.2 lbs
https://www.taylorsfirearms.com/specials/pedersoli-products/original-howdah-pistol.html
I was surprised by the weight of these Pedersoli Howdahs. Similar in weight to a full long arm game 12-bore shotgun.
Has anyone shot a .45/70 in a Thompson Contender or similar handgun? How does it perform? How manageable is the recoil?
Of course in a Howdah, it could be reloaded for lesser recoil.