I had been considering a black powder revolver and then came across a Cimarron replica of an 1860 Richards-Mason conversion. It seems like the best of both worlds; classic style and cartridge convenience.
I don't know anyone who has one, and didn't know the replicas existed until this week. I understand the open top Colt style isn't as strong as the Peacemaker or Remington with the top strap, but how do these guns really hold up in use? I wouldn't load hot loads (I'm considering 45 Colt).
I guess I should add at this point I don't have a clue what I would actually do with the gun. I own mostly DA revolvers and autos, but am intrigued with the older style SAs. Can anyone tell me more about the conversion replicas?
