ASM Dragoons

[Zulch]

I have a nice 1860 that needs a new wedge but can't find one any where. Do any of you know where I can find one?

Delbert, Hi. Who made the 1860? Pietta, Uberti, ASM ? You will need to know that first. Thanks, Tim

[Zulch]

Delbert, Hi again. I have bought from all of the three links below: Hope this helps. Tim

https://www.dixiegunworks.com/
https://taylorsfirearms.com/accessories/parts/pietta-parts/pietta-1860-army-revolver-1861-navy-revolver-parts-sch.html
https://www.vtigunparts.com/store/
 

[G Dog]

Hi Delbert.  I buy from VTI Gun Parts.   

[DragoonRick]

I’m glad to see your purchase, Zulch. My two #2 Dragoons are  ASM from the same time period.  Truly remarkable arms. 
    Congratulations in your find. They will do the fifty yard target with ease.
 

[Zulch]

Dragoon Rick. Thank you Sir! That’s very good to know👍 Please feel free to post a picture of your Dragoons😁👍 thanks again

[Marshal Will]

Those are beautiful. Congrats on the new irons. Thanks for all the photos.

[Zulch]

Yes I agree Marshall…. Beautiful guns you got there Rick😁👍

[ShotgunDave]

Nice iron there Rick!

Dragoons are my favorite.

[DragoonRick]

 I don’t recall how I came across these Dragoons. I’ve had em several years now.  I’ve read a couple of articles referring to the “Mighty Dragoons”  and so they are. Any of you Colt lovers will really enjoy your Dragoons.

I was at a local range last year shooting various hand guns.  Most shooters were using the popular 9 mm.
Fellow was at the far end of the pistol line and I was at the other end. I had a full charge!  I fired and the guy at the other end said “I felt that all the way down here!”  YesThe mighty dragoon.

[Zulch]

Wow!! That’s a great story Rick thanks for sharing. 

[DragoonRick]

Zulch,
  Your new Dragoons are really classy l would like to hear how they shoot.

I’ve used 35 to 50 gr, loads l accept that these ASM Dragoons are stronger than original.  I don’t get to shoot a lot, but usually use 40 gr load under a round ball .454 diameter.  Also use a wonder wad.  The cap and ball revolver is for patient shooters.

Rick

[Zulch]

Zulch,
  Your new Dragoons are really classy l would like to hear how they shoot.

I’ve used 35 to 50 gr, loads l accept that these ASM Dragoons are stronger than original.  I don’t get to shoot a lot, but usually use 40 gr load under a round ball .454 diameter.  Also use a wonder wad.  The cap and ball revolver is for patient shooters.

Rick

Rick, I will be happy to post after I fire these guns. I appreciate your posting loads that you've used. Thank you very much for your comments. 

[Hawg]

I had a Uberti 3rd model with the vertical latch. The lever would drop with anything over 35 grains of powder. It never was my favorite so I sold it.

[Captainkirk]

I had a Uberti 3rd model with the vertical latch. The lever would drop with anything over 35 grains of powder. It never was my favorite so I sold it.

All mine do, including the Walker. I've adapted.

[ShotgunDave]

The 3rd Model that I had, with the vertical latch, dropped the lever on every shot. The 3rd Model that I currently own, has the horizontal latch. It never drops the never, no matter how much powder I cram into it.