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Anyone know if it's possible to have a GP100 converted to a 5 shot .44 special? I realize it would be somewhat extensive to do so, new cylinder, lockwork, ream and re-rifle barrel, etc. Just seems like the field gun of my dreams. I'll probably receive a little ridicule for this idea, but hey, a medium frame big bore revolver would suit me just fine.
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It is possible check sites like Hamilton Bowen or Dave Clements or Gary Reeder I am sure you can find somebody that owns one at this forum Single Actions
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A .44 Special GP100 is a worthy goal in itself just based on coolness. However, there are cheaper ways to get it done. A S&W Mountain gun in .44 Mag of course does the .44 Special thing and is only about 4-oz. heavier than the GP100. The S&W Model 696 is already a 5-shot .44 Special. Taurus isn't the path I would take, but they also offer lightweight .44 Mags.
Set aside enough dough for a GP100 conversion (plus the gun) and you would probably have enough to buy the pick of the litter from the S&W Performance Center and a variety of alloy and lightweight .44's.
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Most of the smiths mentioned above have done 5 shot 44 Spec conversions in the past but no longer offer them. It's just too much effort and the cost was way up there.
Dave Clements does offer a GP 6 shot conversion in 10mm/40. And though he doesn't mention it on his sight, he'll do it in 41 Spec also.
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A .44 Special GP100 is a worthy goal in itself just based on coolness. However, there are cheaper ways to get it done. A S&W Mountain gun in .44 Mag of course does the .44 Special thing and is only about 4-oz. heavier than the GP100. The S&W Model 696 is already a 5-shot .44 Special. Taurus isn't the path I would take, but they also offer lightweight .44 Mags.
Set aside enough dough for a GP100 conversion (plus the gun) and you would probably have enough to buy the pick of the litter from the S&W Performance Center and a variety of alloy and lightweight .44's. Aren't all the 'Smiths you mention built on N frames? A medium frame is a must for me. Not so much for the weight as for grip and frame size. I am cursed with short fingers and the GP100 grip frame and trigger reach feel very comfortable to my hand. I'm sure your right about the cost though. Would be expensive I imagine. Thanks to all for the info.
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The 696 is on the smaller L frame. But I'm pretty sure they don't make them any more which is a shame.
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The 696 is a great firearm. I own a -1. And wouldn't part with it for anything... well it would be quite a high price.... and if you find one on one of the online auctions it's going to go high as well.
It is an L Frame like a 686. That may be an option as well. You maybe able to find a 586 or 686 and have a cylinder and barrel fitted.
Just some thoughts.
BTW, a 696 will not be as expensive as a conversion.
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Anyone know if it's possible to have a GP100 converted to a 5 shot .44 special? I realize it would be somewhat extensive to do so, new cylinder, lockwork, ream and re-rifle barrel, etc. Just seems like the field gun of my dreams. I'll probably receive a little ridicule for this idea, but hey, a medium frame big bore revolver would suit me just fine. Years ago someone wrote up an article in one of the gun rags on his conversion of a Ruger Speed Six to a five shot .44 Special. I always thought that was a cool idea.
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Look for a 696, they can be found, I have a no dash that has been either on my hip or in a chest holster most of the time when I leave the house. Taurus made a 5 shot in titanium which is a joy to carry might be able to find one. My 696 and Taurus I would not sell they are great
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Look for a 696, they can be found, I have a no dash that has been either on my hip or in a chest holster most of the time when I leave the house. Taurus made a 5 shot in titanium which is a joy to carry might be able to find one. My 696 and Taurus I would not sell they are great Very nice indeed. ![[Linked Image]](https://www.24hourcampfire.com/ubbthreads/ubbthreads.php/ubb/download/Number/15407/filename/696_ahrends.jpg)
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nice grips what make are they? the 696 sure is a nice gun to bad they droped it.
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That's a sharp-looking gun you got there Hawk.
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That's a sharp-looking gun you got there Hawk. Don't I wish. Not mine, though. I just Googled it up as an illustration of what another poster (CWORETIRED) was referring to.
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Sorry, my bad. Thought you was proudly showin' off.
The 696 would suit my needs very well. Seems odd that as hard as it sounds it is to find a used one that S&W wouldn't keep it in the lineup. Seems there are some guns in their lineup that fill ane even smaller niche than the 696.
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You guys will choke, but years ago I bought a 696 no dash from a pawnshop for $250, and then later sold it for $350. Wish I had that one back...........
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If it makes you feel any better, I've done some pretty boneheaded things regarding selling guns too. 
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If we only knew... I was checking out the prices on used S&W Model 17's and thinking about what I sold a couple or three of those for. 
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.44 Special will always be a loony round. Or as I put it, a round that appeals only to those intelligent enough to know what it's really all about. 
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The 696 is a great gun but now hard to find and will cost. tominbosie I also bought my no dash for $250 used at the hardware store but I will not be selling it for $350, but I have let others go I sure wish I still had. bruinruin you might take a look at the Charter Arms Bulldog in 44 special sure looks like a nice one.
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