Wanted Dead or Alive Rossi Ranch Hand

[alphahr]

I have read several posts from various sites about the forearm grip while levering in a new round and was wondering, considering the price of this gun, whether it would be worth it or not to checker the forepiece

[Gunsforfreedom]

To make a SBR all you need is a form from the ATF website and a $200 check. After you wait about 6 months you can then modify your rifle. It's not 'alot' of paper work, its just a long process. So, in a way this rifle is a deal. But buying/making a SBR is not a big deal. Take care Bill!

[WinchestersWest97]

ahhhhhhhh Steve Mcqueen is awesome....

[Mr45Bullitt]

@WinchestersWest97 Yes Sir!

[deputysheriff100]

Hey Mr45. Brought back good old memories. I love that gun. Every week I HAD to watch Wanted Dead or Alive, Have Gun Will Travel, Wyatt Earp, Tombstone Territory, Death Valley Days, Cheyenne, Maverick, Sugarfoot, Gunsmoke. People that didn't grow up during those times just missed the boat. Your vid got to to remembering those great days as a small child and pre-teenager, Thanks for posting.

[Mr45Bullitt]

@deputysheriff100 You are my kind of people. I wish they still had those shows on. I remember buying this gun as a little kid. My Mom got it for me. You know I had to have this when it came out. This was a time when the good guys always won. Thanks so much for the comment and remembering all those great shows. Another one I watched was Yancy Derriner with Jock Mahoney. Thank you for your service!

[makemydammdaypunk]

@deputysheriff100

Yes, those were the good ole days. One more show for your list I enjoyed watching (The Rifleman).

[screaminghellion]

@deputysheriff100 No Rifleman?

[Rebel4296]

Like the blade

[TheChamberofFarts]

@mr45bullitt how reliable are they? i want one really bad in 44 mag but people have been telling me they are cheap junk i dont want to believe them but i certainly dont want to buy junk

[RoninEnsse]

Looks pretty good. How is the action on it? And how is the accuracy? I read somewhere, earlier, that they aren't very accurate. I don't think that comment was directed specifically toward the Rossi, but rather the Mare's Leg pistols in general.

[Mr45Bullitt]

@RoninEnsse The action is pretty smooth to me. I haven't tested it for accuracy yet. I can hit what I aim at but from the hip I need lots of practice.. I had tohave one though as I grew up watching the old westerns. Thanks.

[RoninEnsse]

@Mr45Bullitt Hmm...well, as one person mentioned to me, it is pretty accurate, as I imagine it should be, considering the length of the barrel.  For a "pistol", it's definitely pretty long. And actually, I've never seen any old westerns. I never grew up with that kind of stuff, partially because I was only born in '89, but I still love the old western cowboy style. I've recently gained an obsession with lever-action rifles.

[Mr45Bullitt]

@RoninEnsse Henry Rifles makes this now. I've never owned a Henry but I'm told they are well made.

[RoninEnsse]

@Mr45Bullitt Yeah, I've seen it. I actually do like the look of Henry's more than Rossi's, because of the brass receiver and the loop shape, and I have also heard that they are very well made. My only complaint about it, though, is that the .45 Colt version only holds 5 rounds (I don't want the .22 version). I also think I'd prefer the .44 Magnum, if the recoil is manageable. Everywhere I've looked, factory loaded .44 Magnum tends to be cheaper than .45 Colt, and it's more powerful.

[jkbaddley]

@RoninEnsse I have my ranch hand in .45 COLT and I take mine deer hunting. their accuracy is great. its the shooter if they say it isnt, or the ammo they use. I use Barnes VOR-TX and I knocked my buck down flat at 50-60 yards. I think it is practacal. Its a great gun!

[RoninEnsse]

@jkbaddley Oh, I know the .45 Colt is no slouch. I know it's got plenty of power, with even more potential, if you reload your own ammunition. I don't plan on reloading any time soon, though, so .44 Magnum would be a better option for me. I'm also no hunter. I've never been hunting before.

[jkbaddley]

I dont know why you keep saying ACP in the video. It is a .45 COLT not automatic. Small mistake.

[RoninEnsse]

@jkbaddley Did you mean to say that to Mr45Bullitt? Because you replied to me with that, and I haven't said anything about .45 ACP.

[jkbaddley]

@RoninEnsse or no sorry, I dont know why It went under yours. thats weird.

[RoninEnsse]

@jkbaddley Yeah, I figured it was something like that. It's alright.

[gruntspy44]

bad ass knife too...

[vestavixmgs]

why do i watch these videos?? it just makes me jealous.

[adamador]

Hello Ed, My Stepson just picked up a Ranch Hand .44 Mag a couple of weeks ago. It is a blast to shoot. You have to have a good grip on her.

[theARMORYchannel]

i love that little rifle man! i mean pistol!! looks like a rifle to me

[Mr45Bullitt]

@theARMORYchannel It's a midget rifle or a big handgun. I like it too! You will shoot it soon.

[spacepatrolman]

@Mr45Bullitt Its a sawed off rifle i wouldnt call it a pistol steve tried to take it on an airline he said im josh randall this is my mares leg i have to practise one time roy rodgers and dale evans were robbed in the desert they stole their clothes dale said whats that roy said thats my gun roy said whats that dale said thats my holster...

[kimosabe1848]

I don't think Steve would be that proud. I have one, and I would have preferred to have the one Steve had: 9" barrel, shorter grip and curved, and no sights. come to think of it , it's not really like Steve's.

[Mr45Bullitt]

@kimosabe1848 I'm happy with mine. You can get one closer to Steve's but it will cost you a lot. Thanks.

[marcelododox]

PROUDLY MADE IN BRAZIL !

[Mrdoitagain100]

do you by any chance know what brand of knife that is?

[Mr45Bullitt]

@Mrdoitagain100 Yes a Silver Stag. Very well made and reasonable too.Thanks.

[zillamaster2000]

I'm 14 right now and I own every episode of Wanted Dead or Alive, I love the gun, I love the series. I'm trying to convince y parents to buy one... much harder than it sounds.

Well even if I can't get one for several years... I'm still damn well happy they made the gun in the first place

[Mr45Bullitt]

@zillamaster2000 That is awesome to see a young man own these. I just bought all the episodes from Amazon for $17.00.I really am happy that they made it to. Thank you very much!!1

[BORNALLAH7]

I love the handle of your knife.

[Mr45Bullitt]

@BORNALLAH7 Thanks. It's a Silver Stag knife.

[1lovesoni]

if it's in .45lc does that mean it would also take .410 shells?

[Mr45Bullitt]

@1lovesoni No this is only .45LC. The circuit judge by Rossi takes the .410. Thanks!

[gunta42]

U can find that show in a box set @ wallmart. its in the $5 bin in the movie section

[Mr45Bullitt]

@gunta42 I just bought mine from Amazon all 92 episodes for $16.95. I love the old westerns.Thank you!

[hazman440]

Nice rifle Bill , do have a .45LC Vaquaro to keep it company ?

[Mr45Bullitt]

@hazman440 YES!!! Good idea! Thanks.

[MrJimbofox]

I know McQueen would dig that. That's an awesome gun, dude. Great vid, Bill. 

[Mr45Bullitt]

@MrJimbofox Thank you Jim!

[thebudgetarmory1]

That is one neat little rifle. Really nice acquisition.  Steve would be proud!

[Mr45Bullitt]

@thebudgetarmory1 Thanks Ed. I love it!!

[Ipodman72]

that wood make a good home defines gun

[Mr45Bullitt]

@Ipodman72 Yes! Thank you!

[hydra046]

@Ipodman72 I would agree that this gun would define a mans home

[ls1dragracer]

That gun is way to cool... You have to do some range videos...

[Mr45Bullitt]

@ls1dragracer I you know I did!LOL! Thanks!

[ACountryBoy4X4]

I was looking at the henry models like this rossi, but arent the barrels to short?

[Mr45Bullitt]

@ACountryBoy4X4 I don't know. This is a pistol. It is fun to shoot!! Thanks!

[ACountryBoy4X4]

@Mr45Bullitt So i could take it out hunting during pistol season?!?!?

[Mr45Bullitt]

@ACountryBoy4X4 I would think so. It is sold as a pistol. It is written all over the box.

[ACountryBoy4X4]

@Mr45Bullitt Well sounds like thats another gun on my list.

[Mr45Bullitt]

@ACountryBoy4X4 LOL! Are lists keep getting longer my friend!! I have two guns on lay away right now! At my age I'll probably forget about them!LOL!

[ACountryBoy4X4]

@Mr45Bullitt I have about 5 guns on the list im just broke right now, by the end of this year ill have the money for 1 of them i just gotta decide what 1 im gonna get :( I hate deciding.

[Jtafoya89]

Hey bill i just bought a iver johnson hawk 1911 havent shot it yet but looks really good have u herd anything bout them i tried lookin for some review but havent found any?

[Mr45Bullitt]

@Jtafoya89 No I haven't! I will lok into that. Thanks!

[xreddeadx]

John Wayne used in True Grit but I believe it was the full sized ver.

[Mr45Bullitt]

@xreddeadx Yes it was! Thanks!

[zboyco]

this is a real mans gun. the youth should give up their high tech semi auto fetish with pretending to be GI Joes and Call of Duty soldiers and go these and wheel guns

[Mr45Bullitt]

@zboyco You got that right. I shot it today. I know you would love it. Thanks Buddy!!

[MrLoveslittlekids]

nice knife

[Mr45Bullitt]

@MrLoveslittlekids Thanks! It's a Silver Stag.

[MrLoveslittlekids]

@Mr45Bullitt woow i didnt notice cause the sheath looks a little nicer and cooler than most factory ones maybe an older one? but woooow im a huge fan of their product nice little company with quality hunting knives :)

[edgedweapon88]

Very cool Bill! A lever gun is something that is on my list to get also! Thanks for sharing my friend.

[Mr45Bullitt]

@edgedweapon88 Keelen this is a BEAUTY! We had fun shooting it today for sure! Thanks as always for watching my silly videos.

[CelticArmory]

It's not classified as a rifle, but a pistol. You can't have a rifle with less than 16" barrel. Otherwise it's an SBR and requires special federal tax stamp.

[Mr45Bullitt]

@CelticArmory Marcus I know I forgot to mention it. I had to use my CCW to get it. Thanks Buddy!

[willwood487]

oh I like that! cool adition to the collection!

[Mr45Bullitt]

@willwood487 Derek it is a keeper. We shot it today! I LOVE it! You have to get one before Gerry!LOL!

[krazy45cat]

Bill , Shhhh Don't Tell Mama ! You know I'm gonna get one :)  Gerry

[Mr45Bullitt]

@krazy45cat Mum's the word Buddy! You heard me mention you?

[krazy45cat]

@Mr45Bullitt Yes sir :)

[thenowandaway]

Yesterday I was shooting my glock 30 with 200 grain lawman +p. The take down tab fell out due to the spring breaking. As a result I started shopping and found my first 1911, springfield loaded a1 black and stainless. Since I just bought a gun in nj this month, g26, I have to wait until march. Then I will put some videos up, this gun is beautiful and can't wait to show it off and shout it. I still have to fix my g30... Take er easy...

[Mr45Bullitt]

@thenowandaway Can't wait! Awesome! Thanks!

[OilTheGun]

A real life Cowboy. You need to stop tempting me while I'm saving for my next purchase.

[AmendmentNo2]

Thanks for the video! I have one of these in .45 Colt also, it's a fun gun to shoot!!!

[Mr45Bullitt]

@AmendmentNo2 Yes it is. We shot it today. Thanks for the video response!

[ElGrandeDawg]

You could hang that on the wall as a very cool conversation piece & if needed spring it into action for home defense. Very cool rifle.

[Mr45Bullitt]

@ElGrandeDawg Yes! It is really a handgun. You can't do this to a rifle without a lot of paperwork.I just put up a vid with my Daughter shooting it. Thank you!!!

[jaytheboxer]

Cool rifle Bill! Very similar to what I always wanted. But the one I want is a 12g 1886 lever action. Like the one in Terminator 2.

[Mr45Bullitt]

@jaytheboxer Actually it's considered a handgun. I just posted a vid of my Daughter shooting it.Thanks!!!

[rollerpodger]

yeah I always liked those too I saw a take-down one about a year ago that really was nice

[Mr45Bullitt]

@rollerpodger Hey long time no see my friend.Yes these are just too cool looking not to want one. Thanks!!

[42cujo]

man its sure a beauty bill have u shot ur rock islad armory 1911 yet ?

[redneckbigboy01]

yeah ive got to get me one of these now!

[Mr45Bullitt]

@redneckbigboy01 I think you will really like it!! Thanks.

[KinGkWeEzy]

wats the one chuck connors uses..THE RIFLE MAN

[Mr45Bullitt]

@KinGkWeEzy Same style rifle with the round lever but it was full sized Thanks!

[ristin59]

Very cool, I loved that show when I was a kid.

[Mr45Bullitt]

@ristin59 Me too! There were so many westerns back then. Remember Shotgun Slade? Thanks.

[ristin59]

@Mr45Bullitt I don't remember that one, I remember The Texan with Rory Calhoun, Cheyenne with Clint Walker, Have Gun will travel with Richard Boone, Roy Rogers, The Virginia, The Rebel.

[MyYogiB]

good information...

[Mr45Bullitt]

@MyYogiB Thank you!

[bearing01]

That's one beautiful lever gun. Fortunately I haven't bought factory ammo for well over a year. I roll my own. /John

[Mr45Bullitt]

@bearing01 Thanks John. Yes that is the way to go. I wish I still reloaded.

[wangwee3]

$429? Wow Bill. Incredible find my man. it's a .45 long colt and a lever action. Gorgeous gun and a great video.

[Mr45Bullitt]

@wangwee3 Thank you Sir. Yes I was lucky as I have heard they are going for much higher prices in some areas.

[eje1079]

I remember Gunblast doing a video about this gun a month or so ago and I've been in love with it since. I also love that when I looked at Rossi's website it's marketed as a pistol and not a rifle. Think they'd let me take my CCW class with this? LOL!!!

[Mr45Bullitt]

@eje1079 Yes I saw that video I love that guys videos. Yes it is sold as a pistol and that would be funny to go to your CCW calass with this under your coat!LOL! Thanks Buddy.

[jeffxl12]

great vid Bill. Couple quick questions for you. I'm cleaning my guns tomorrow. I use ballistoll for all cleaning. Plus spray it for lube. On the guns I'm not going to shoot I bought some 3in1 oil (you should remember that stufflol) because walmart didn't have any lube can you believe that. Anyway could I use the 3in1 on my rifles and pistols. It says it lubes protects from rust &cleans. By the way I am getting me one of those rifles. Bet it kicks like a mule

[Mr45Bullitt]

@jeffxl12 Using 3in1 oil shouldn't be a problem but remember Ballistol is also a lubricant. One thing you don't want to use is penetrating oil and load your gun as it creeps into the primers and makes the rounds useless over time. I would get some regular gun lube though as it is made specifically for firearms. Thanks.

[jeffxl12]

@Mr45Bullitt thanks Bill. I knew about the primers. I don't keep them loaded in the gun safe except my revolvers. I'll just use the ballistoll. That stuff works great. I just wanted to run it by you and see what you thought.

[TheDishD]

oh dam bro beautiful lever action! thank u for showing and congrats on the new long(short)iron, hpe u have a great/safe weekend, take care cowboy!

[Mr45Bullitt]

@TheDishD Thank you my friend.I hope you have a great weekend to!

[fefgam]

does rossi sells many guns in US? i meam the variety of products.... thx and nice rifle

[Mr45Bullitt]

@fefgam Rossi has been bought out by Taurus. They still sell under the Rossi name and sell lots of different types of guns. They used to be big on .38special snubby revolvers. Thanks.

[ammohead73]

Lever action and blue steel = dead sexy!!!!! Congrats on the new gun Bill,looks great.

[Mr45Bullitt]

@ammohead73 Thanks my friend!

[boulevardtalonman]

nice, I would love to have one of thoes

[Mr45Bullitt]

@boulevardtalonman They are sweet. Thanks!

[breadstick360]

HA! Mare's leg.....Awesome!

[breadstick360]

HA! Mare's lag.....Awesome!

[Mr45Bullitt]

@breadstick360 Thanks my friend!

[a45sArtwork]

Billy the Kid how the heck are you, thanks for the video, cool rifle (short) wow. Hope you're doing well man, take care.

-joey-

[Mr45Bullitt]

@a45sArtwork Thanks Joey. I really was glad to find this for sure.

[piper724000]

That was a great show, Bill. Thanks for the memories.

Looking forward to the range tour.

[Mr45Bullitt]

@piper724000 Thank you! Yes it was not like today with blood and guts but very good entertainment. I hope to shoot it very soon.

[rugersix]

NICE Cowboy Billy!!!!

You got the gun to go with that Mustang!!!

Whoops that's not a horse! =)

Looking forward to seeing YOU go SHOOTING!!! =)

[Mr45Bullitt]

@rugersix Thanks Harry! Yes I really like this gun. I hope to shoot it REAL soon. Just watched your plinking video awesome as always!!

[conleytgn]

Wow I didn't know anyone else watched that show. I just recently bought the whole series on DVD for my dad because he used to talk about it all the time. We watched through the whole series, it was a lot of fun.

[Mr45Bullitt]

@conleytgn I just ordered the whole series myself from Amsazon for $16.95 I thought that was a great price.Thank you!

[DocTacDad]

I held one of those at a gunshow a few weeks back...got me a little excited! lol

[Mr45Bullitt]

@DocTacDad LOL! Yes I had to have it. Great channel you have!

[deerhunter1495]

Wow nice purchase, I like ar-15's,but I sure do get sick of hearing about them on youtube.The lever action rifle is probably my favorite rifle, thats why I deer hunt with an old 1894 winchester.I think every gun owner should atleast experience a lever action and revolver=)

[Mr45Bullitt]

@deerhunter1495 Yes people get to wrapped up in the modern day rifles sometimes.There are lots of guns out there that are just plain fun to shoot.Thanks!

[TheMultiGunMan]

That is a very cool Cowboy Gun you've got there Bill. I approve!!! :)

[Mr45Bullitt]

@TheMultiGunMan Thanks Jason. I thought you would like this!

[RichWyatt1]

i wanted one of those when i seen them in American Rifleman, i may just have to break down and get one

[Mr45Bullitt]

@RichWyatt1 I think you will love it my friend.Thanks.

[tnoutdoors9]

That show is a few years beyond me, but I respect your sentiment for hanging on to that dream for so long. Congrats on the purchase, that is a classic!  There is a different generation who would have thought this video was about Bon Jovi, LOL!

[Mr45Bullitt]

@tnoutdoors9 Thank you. This would make a great long distance shooting vid.LOL! I was surprised how many people I talk to don't know Steve McQueen. I'm old!

[machinegun911]

thats an awsome gun. Gunwebsites did a video on one form JB custom bout a year ago and wasn't that the gun used in Zombieland? looks alot like I might just have to get me one

[Mr45Bullitt]

@machinegun911 Yes I watched their video the other day. If you have a gun they probably did a video on it. Great channel. Thanks I think you will like it.

[machinegun911]

@Mr45Bullitt I've been subbed to em for 2 years but my I forgot to log out and my cousin pissed off one of there subs and they blocked me so I sent em a message and I'm hoping they'll unblock me Love there channel though its awsome

[Rock3t138]

Well there's something ya don't see every day =) Really cool video bud...

[Mr45Bullitt]

@Rock3t138 Thanks. I really wanted this gun.

[TheCowboyMilitia]

Awesome find bill! can't wait to see it in action

[Mr45Bullitt]

@TheCowboyMilitia Thank you Sir!! I hope I shoot it soon!

[phishst1cks]

nice little.. problem solver you got there...

[Mr45Bullitt]

@phishst1cks Thanks Buddy! I'm liking it so far a lot!

[SurviveN2]

I used to watch the original "Wanted Dead or Alive" programs.......oh damn, I just dated myself......LOL. I always loved that show among others (Branded, The Rifleman....yada yada yada). Can't wait to see you and the milk jugs tangle......LOL. Take Care :-))

[Mr45Bullitt]

@SurviveN2 I forgot about Branded that was another great western. I really like Yancy Derringer remember that one? Thanks.

[SurviveN2]

@Mr45Bullitt I must have missed that one, but my other half says she has heard of it. Take Care :-))

[sirjacobthe8]

Is the .45-70 a real caliber

[Mr45Bullitt]

@sirjacobthe8 Yes Sir. I had a rifle in that caliber. Thanks!

[Twinturbo120]

That's pretty kool, always seen this rifle in old westerns. Must be fun to shoot like you said haha

[Mr45Bullitt]

@Twinturbo120 Thank you. I can't wait to shoot it. I have some milk jugs I want her to meet!LOL!

[Twinturbo120]

@Mr45Bullitt Sweet, make sure to record it! 

[mmsi1002]

Man it took forever to find my ranch hand...congrats!

[Fookwah]

The coolness factor is through the roof, but you're right, as a practical or even semi-accurate or comfortable gun to shoot, it's the pitts. At around 4 bills I can see it making it into the safe, but the .45LC is so expensive now days that's another reason why I didn't buy one. Still, it's the coolest looking gun on the market right now IMHO.

[Mr45Bullitt]

@Fookwah Thanks very much. I agree. I'm not going to shoot it much for sure but when I do it should be fun!

[gunsmith93]

nice little rifle is it custom ? or is there a certain manufacturer that makes them?

[Mr45Bullitt]

@gunsmith93 Thanks.No it is made by Rossi which is owned by Taursus.Price around $400.00.

[theARMORYchannel]

o' baby that rifle is friggen beautiful i want one NOW

[Mr45Bullitt]

@theARMORYchannel Thanks Pete. Like Chuck said that lever was made for Pete hands!! LOL!!

[L1NG4N]

Is this more of a hip fire lever gun?

[Mr45Bullitt]

@L1NG4N Definitely. Thanks.

[sdbentleysdad]

nice video Bill would love to see you do a vid when your shooting it next week

[Mr45Bullitt]

@sdbentleysdad I will try my friend! Thank you.

[MrWer1138]

I tried to send you a traylor for that movie but couldnt figure it out so I made it my main vid on my page if you want to see it...

[Mr45Bullitt]

@MrWer1138 Will do Thanks!

[Mr45Bullitt]

@jimkressin So true! Thanks!

[cornflake71]

looks like a good gun to strap on the bike. So it is not considered a SBR?

[Mr45Bullitt]

@cornflake71 Yes it would. No it's sold as a handgun. Thanks.

[Mr45Bullitt]

@TheArmoryGuild Thanks Matt! Your too young for this show:) Hey this would go good with that new purchase you got!

[cutlerylover]

what a sexy combo that gun a knife...

[Mr45Bullitt]

@cutlerylover Thanks Jeff. I'm loving this gun so far.

[GunznGear]

Awesome!! Great TV show, and great gun. Now you need to get that cool drop leg holster, and do some quick draw shooting vids!! Thanks for sharing

[Mr45Bullitt]

@GunznGear Thanks Van. I have looked at some holsters but man they are expensive! Hope to do a shooting vid soon.