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Here's a few more that could qualify as favorites depending on the day and the application.

For its vault like construction and packable power it's tough to match a Linebaugh built 500.



This little 22 has traveled a zillion miles on my hip while running traplines. It's killed more coyotes than mange.



Don't know who did the Bisley conversion or the grips but this 357 Max is fun and one that will stick around.

Those are all dandies but that Max is awesome!

Here's a better look at the grips on that Max.

I like them all, but favorite for just shooting enjoyment probably the Bisley 44 Mag.

Right now, these two. 66 and 629. Round butt S&Ws fit my hand the best

Is the felt recoil with that Bisley less than a standard single action?

I feel it is. Some shooters claim they prefer the plow handle but I much prefer the Bisley. Linebaugh won't build his 475 or 500 on any other SA frame if that says anything. The difference is notable to me in 41 and 44 magnums and heavy 45 Colt. I've shot heavy loads in all three in both styles of grip frames and will take the Bisley over the plow handle.

Make no mistake, when you drop the hammer on a full throttle 480 or 500, even on a Bisley grip frame, you won't have any doubt the gun went off. I don't shoot many heavy loads in either. I'm quite content with really big bullets going 900-1000 fps for most of my work. I don't know that I would care to set off a heavy 500 Linebaugh load in a plow handle grip.

A Smith Model 19 built as a parts gun by David Clements, he of big bore revolver fame. He built it for my son when Jack was 10 years old. Its accurate, has a great trigger, and has a good backstory.

I don't shoot a 44 mag, but I have a couple Colt 38-40 Single Actions and when I shoot the same ammo through the Bisley, it doesn't feel like the same load...

Of course I'm a bit prejudiced when it comes to Ruger Bisleys. Here's some of mine. Since this picture was taken I've added the 500, a 1 of 100 Bisley 22 LR (adjustable sights and fluted cylinder, only made 100), a rough 32 H&R that shoots great but needs some love and a Lipseys CCH 5.5 inch 45 Colt. I don't have a picture of the 32 or the new 45.

Definitely less felt recoil to me. It's actually comfortable with the heavy load I use, 310gr WFN over 20.5gr H110. That load gives 1250 fps in the 4 5/8" SBH, and 1275 fps in the 7 1/2" Bisley. The Bisley grip seems to push more rearward, not so much muzzle flip.

Lotsa single actions in this thread. And that's a good thing.

Thanks TRH, They are "Ruger Vaquero, Eagle Checkered with Horse Grip" from Western and Wildlife Wonders.

https://westernandwildlifewonders.com/shop/ruger-vaquero-eagle-checkered-with-horse-grip/

I realized that....too late.

Very cool guns

Its almost the single action boys VS the Double action Boys

Very nice to see

I prefer Double but they are all nice

I have no idea how to answer its like which is the favorite kid
They all have their place
Hank

Those are what I'd put on it if I had one. Makes me want to go out and get one.

Another favorite of mine is the S&W Model 13, FBI configuration.

I like this little, .32 S&W Long, I-Frame, too.

Nice collection Mart!!!!!

Curious - what was reason for seating them so deep and crimping over the driving band?