I was fortunate enough to have worked with Jack Huntington when he built his first 5 shot revolver at The Rifle Shop in Palmdale, CA a long time ago. Cherished memories.
It’s the perfect combination of packable power and IMHO the perfect barrel length for a single action. I still haven’t shot mine yet. I went and ordered 500 cases from Starline and have been cutting down the brass with the chop saw using one of the jigs off fleabay
You will appreciate that grip frame, the Ruger Bisley grip eats my knuckle up even in 44 Special when loaded with the Keith load. I have yet to abuse mine with the BFR version even with full tilt 500L. I would however recommend either a good pair of deerskin gloves and size down from what you normally wear or perhaps another set of grip panels as those can get a bit slick in the Alabama heat. The only knock I give them, and it is small , is that I like the wide Ruger SBH hammer. I will admit not enough to go to the trouble of swapping it out though and I also just wear my gloves until I finally break down and get new grip panels. Congratulations on a mighty fine revolver.
Excellent choice , good power in a realistic handgun package. I’m totally allergic to the giant frame revolvers. Had a BFR in 475 and JRH both great. Jack Huntingtons Bisley grip is the best designed grip I’ve ever had.
When you said you were getting ready to cut down some brass, I was sure you were getting a 475 Linebaugh. Guessed wrong! Looking forward to your adventures with the JRH!
Very nice I have a revolver on layaway I’m very excited about It’s a 50th anniversary Ruger BlackHawk in .44 magnum (1956-2006) comes with the original box, paperwork everything Small side note (when this gun came out I was 6)
I heard that some package and mail has been farmed out to other delivery companies that isn’t the post office so if that is true I don’t know why they just don’t hire more people
That came around quick.. it will be a least 4 months for me if I purchase as I intend too. Already filled you in on that before. Big question for me I'm looking to be answered is will it fit in my ruger holster? I showed off my chest rig earlier. Currently I have one for 7.5" barrel and 10" holster that houses my Walker. Mountain man
This 5.5" doesn't fit in my Triple K leather thumb break holster for my 5.5" Blackhawk ( it's close though ..barrel length seems a tad longer on the BFR) , but I would wager that it would fit in the same holster for a 6.5" Blackhawk. I will order one one day and see
Congratulations Plowboy! Very nice looking big bore revolver...I like the style of yours much better than those big old stretched out models you mentioned. Looking forward to seeing the "first dance" video...Take care and stay safe my friend!
@tannstang Thanks for the reply. I assume bisley grip. I remember Ross Seyfrieds articles on those years ago. How's the recoil compared to the .454? I have a .454, a .475 bfr, a .460 bfr and an x frame .500. I see Gary Reeder makes a .500 magnum on his own frame that is like a beefed up Ruger. That one makes me jealous. Sad that Mr. Linebaugh passed away. No chance you're from Missouri? I practically dream about running so.eone near me that's into this stuff. Lots of gun people around me but mostly ARs and standard carry stuff. Thank you for taking the time to reply. Oh yeah, I've heard Linebaughs build quality is impeccable. That true?
Great...one more thing to think about. Those stocks might be kinda slick for that amount of horsepower, but that's a purely personal preference for sure. It looks good!
Hope you enjoy your new iron! But, in the back of my mind I'm expecting them to come up with 1 caliber revolver any day now. LOL Because we do seem to have a creeping bore enlargement issue in the shooting community. Not complaining mind you, if someone enjoys it, let them have one. I just find the ever increasing bore funny for some reason. Or Taurus to come out with a 3" magnum 12 gauge revolver. "The new Taurus Judge Dredd!!!" LOL
@@plowboysghost yeah, Diffently not carrying that lol, but they do shorten them down if you don’t want the longer but I hear you, only way I’d consider a bushwhacker is if I already had a bfr in 500 magnum then what the hell id do it
Well, the algorithm led me to this video and I got to say you know your stuff! Not sure about that grip however, but I assume you know what you like best
Awesome revolver, I got one in 357mag with the long barrel. Its a tack driver and so over built I doubt it will ever wear out even eating nothing but full house loads lol.
You're not going to like those grips. I always ditch mine for a set of Chigs custom wood. You'll have to send him the gripframe, but he turns around fast and does excellent work. Also consider the MP 500-640 mold. It's got interchangeable pins for solid, lg hp, sm hp, and penta hp. Great from deer to cape Buffalo
When I bought my 475 bfr it came with rubber grips. They are too big for me and ugly as sin. The black micarta grips were spendy bu t they fit my hand almost perfectly s 0:55
Here in Houston mail check theft is big problem. Happens predominately in mail stations staffed by blacks. They white wash check and print new payee and amount. Client of mine got taken for over $200,000 before discovered theft
I was fortunate enough to have worked with Jack Huntington when he built his first 5 shot revolver at The Rifle Shop in Palmdale, CA a long time ago. Cherished memories.
Very cool.
Great revolver and a fascinating caliber. Excited to see more about this.
Much appreciated 👍
I'm looking forward to the hand loads you make for that beautiful powerhouse revolver. Congratulations on your purchase.
Just found your channel and glad I did. Great videos. Here for all the revolver content
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@@ArmeroPR That's much appreciated 🍻 Thank you.
It’s the perfect combination of packable power and IMHO the perfect barrel length for a single action. I still haven’t shot mine yet. I went and ordered 500 cases from Starline and have been cutting down the brass with the chop saw using one of the jigs off fleabay
You will appreciate that grip frame, the Ruger Bisley grip eats my knuckle up even in 44 Special when loaded with the Keith load. I have yet to abuse mine with the BFR version even with full tilt 500L. I would however recommend either a good pair of deerskin gloves and size down from what you normally wear or perhaps another set of grip panels as those can get a bit slick in the Alabama heat. The only knock I give them, and it is small , is that I like the wide Ruger SBH hammer. I will admit not enough to go to the trouble of swapping it out though and I also just wear my gloves until I finally break down and get new grip panels.
Congratulations on a mighty fine revolver.
Thank you 🥃
They are slick. I use some deerskin duty gloves with mine sometimes.
👍🏻Glad You Finally Got It & I Hope You Really Like It Plowboy👌
Thanks 👍
Ole Mattie Ross would be proud, brother. 😆 👍
🤣👍 ol Ned wouldn't have liked it much
Excellent choice , good power in a realistic handgun package. I’m totally allergic to the giant frame revolvers. Had a BFR in 475 and JRH both great. Jack Huntingtons Bisley grip is the best designed grip I’ve ever had.
Thanks 👍
That is a beautiful revolver. And interesting caliber. Im looking forward to seeing it shot. Thanks for showing it to us
Thank you
Aria Ballistics Engineering also manufactures .500 JRH.
I read that shortly ago.
HOLY MOLY... That's a big one. Congratulations.
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I subscribe to your mess...much love from Alaska
Thanks 👍
Check out aria ballistics engineering for the JRH stuff.
10-4. Thanks 👍
Aria makes some good stuff. I shot their 600 grain +p+ .500 magnum..... wow. Exhilarating!!!
Bad ass I love the shape of those grip frames
I'd actually been tempted to buy Ronnie Well's clone of that grip frame in aluminum for my Blackhawks. I still might
Sweet Revolver, is there a grapeshot load coming in case you need to sweep the deck? Kidding ….good video keep them coming!😎⚓️
You have my attention, this might be something I'd get behind. Thank ya for the info..
Thanks for watching
Nice! I may have to drive up and try it lol. I will be interested to hear how it compares to the 480 ruger you had previously.
I expect it to be stouter than the hottest .480 I loaded
When you said you were getting ready to cut down some brass, I was sure you were getting a 475 Linebaugh. Guessed wrong! Looking forward to your adventures with the JRH!
Thanks 👍
Sweeeeeeeet!!!! Revolver wow that cylinder spin is crazy, beautiful Big F×*-ing Hole puncher! Enjoy it
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Very nice I have a revolver on layaway I’m very excited about
It’s a 50th anniversary Ruger BlackHawk in .44 magnum (1956-2006) comes with the original box, paperwork everything
Small side note (when this gun came out I was 6)
That'll be awesome 😎
I heard that some package and mail has been farmed out to other delivery companies that isn’t the post office so if that is true I don’t know why they just don’t hire more people
Nice! This is gonna be cool to follow. The grips look great on that.
Thank you🥃
Another interesting project and a beautiful hand cannon brought to you by plowboy.
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Oh I like.That big O bullets gonna leave a mark, lol. That's a good one plowboy.
Thank you
Love my 500jrh!!!!
Nice gun the 5 1/2 is the sweet spot for accuracy have fun
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Thanks for the video brother. Jealous of the new revolver.
Thank YOU 🍻
Oooohhhh I am so jealous!!!!!!! That's a gorgeous bfr 😍
Thanks 👍
Looking forward to seeing your experiments
Thanks 👍
That came around quick.. it will be a least 4 months for me if I purchase as I intend too. Already filled you in on that before. Big question for me I'm looking to be answered is will it fit in my ruger holster? I showed off my chest rig earlier. Currently I have one for 7.5" barrel and 10" holster that houses my Walker.
Mountain man
This 5.5" doesn't fit in my Triple K leather thumb break holster for my 5.5" Blackhawk ( it's close though ..barrel length seems a tad longer on the BFR) , but I would wager that it would fit in the same holster for a 6.5" Blackhawk. I will order one one day and see
@@plowboysghost well that helps my decision on my next replacement holster for my chest rig. I'll just go to the 6.5" to cover three revolvers.
@@StevenMMan I've seen that Diamond D offers a properly sized leather chest rig specifically for the BFR 5.5" short frame big bored.
PURE PRIDE OF OWNERSHIP! well done sir.
Thank you, much!
@@plowboysghost you're welcome. Good shootin'. Enjoy.
I would love a 500 jrh but in a model 83 freedom arms
@@briansupermag3918 🤠🍻
Congratulations Plowboy! Very nice looking big bore revolver...I like the style of yours much better than those big old stretched out models you mentioned. Looking forward to seeing the "first dance" video...Take care and stay safe my friend!
Thank you🥃
Man, looking forward to some feed back on this once you shoot it and get to know it a little better.
You and I both🍻
You are now a member of a small club, I suspect. Plus you are becoming a subject matter expert on the subject too.
Keep up the good work.
Thank you. I'm going to learn all I can
You and I need to cross paths soon. I'm mobile.
You can reach me at plowboysghost@yahoo.com or on Facebook at Charles AndAngelia Hill.
Aria ballistic engineering has it in stock right now Anywhere from 290 grains to 460 grains
Thanks for the heads up 🍻
@@plowboysghost no problem. I've bought a ton of ammo from them. Its always been tip notch quality products.
Hand CANNON fur sure! Very nice!
Thanks
Nice..i have a Freedom Arms 83 in 454 and a Custom Ruger in 475 Maximum..you may want to invest in a shooting glove
You may be right 👍
You have a .475 maximum? Very nice my friend. Linebaugh built?
@@timt8029 Yes..Linebaugh built it several years ago..on a Ruger 357 Maximum frame
@tannstang Thanks for the reply. I assume bisley grip. I remember Ross Seyfrieds articles on those years ago.
How's the recoil compared to the .454? I have a .454, a .475 bfr, a .460 bfr and an x frame .500. I see Gary Reeder makes a .500 magnum on his own frame that is like a beefed up Ruger.
That one makes me jealous. Sad that Mr. Linebaugh passed away.
No chance you're from Missouri? I practically dream about running so.eone near me that's into this stuff. Lots of gun people around me but mostly ARs and standard carry stuff.
Thank you for taking the time to reply.
Oh yeah, I've heard Linebaughs build quality is impeccable. That true?
Great...one more thing to think about. Those stocks might be kinda slick for that amount of horsepower, but that's a purely personal preference for sure. It looks good!
I thought about that, too. I reckon we will soon see🍻
Hope you enjoy your new iron! But, in the back of my mind I'm expecting them to come up with 1 caliber revolver any day now. LOL Because we do seem to have a creeping bore enlargement issue in the shooting community. Not complaining mind you, if someone enjoys it, let them have one. I just find the ever increasing bore funny for some reason.
Or Taurus to come out with a 3" magnum 12 gauge revolver. "The new Taurus Judge Dredd!!!" LOL
Thanks
Probably would except that anything over a .5 inch bore requires a special license from the atf.
Welcome to the big bore family and sore knuckles
Have you considered the 500 bushwhacker?
Nope. I don't want an X Frame or a long frame/cylinder BFR. They don't seem practical or carryable, to me
@@plowboysghost yeah, Diffently not carrying that lol, but they do shorten them down if you don’t want the longer but I hear you, only way I’d consider a bushwhacker is if I already had a bfr in 500 magnum then what the hell id do it
PS. Try Fermin's brass front sight. Bead or all brass like I prefer.
That's what Im thinking I'll go with. The brass bead.
How do the throats measure?
Haven't measured them yet.
Dam.nice.Boss.man.
Awsome sir
Thank you, very much.
are Magnum Research Revolvers Nicer then some others?
They are nicer than some others ... in my opinion.
They are built like brick shithouses.
BFRs are nice revolvers
They sure are
Happy to see you got your big bore of choice.
Thank you.
8:56 ... you beat me to my joke 🥸
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might be trying to speed up the arthritis in our old hands… 😬 lol
I ain't even shot it and my right hand is aching...
Well, the algorithm led me to this video and I got to say you know your stuff! Not sure about that grip however, but I assume you know what you like best
I believe it will work much better than the std grip frame. Thanks 👍
Awesome revolver, I got one in 357mag with the long barrel. Its a tack driver and so over built I doubt it will ever wear out even eating nothing but full house loads lol.
I bet that does shoot nice 🍻
Awesome video Plow boy shoot the dang thang for me!
Thanks, and will do.
You're not going to like those grips. I always ditch mine for a set of Chigs custom wood. You'll have to send him the gripframe, but he turns around fast and does excellent work.
Also consider the MP 500-640 mold. It's got interchangeable pins for solid, lg hp, sm hp, and penta hp. Great from deer to cape Buffalo
10-4. Thanks for the info🍻
Imagine! 1000fps & 440 grains is over 1000 ft lbs energy!
Yep . These should move out about 1300
That is a sweet gun that is beautiful but i heard you should have bought a 10mm if you was worried about bear lol
That 10mm is too powerful...and it recoils too much for me 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
WAAAAAAAT DAAAAAAAH!!!!!!
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Aria loads 500 jrh...
@@itsbjorn Yep. I discovered Aria a short while back. I have some of their ammo in .41 Magnum and they sent me three boxes of mean .45 Colt to test.
When I bought my 475 bfr it came with rubber grips. They are too big for me and ugly as sin. The black micarta grips were spendy bu
t they fit my hand almost perfectly s 0:55
Can you use a 50 ae crimp die
I have no idea.
I.Like.it.
Nice, that seems like it’s almost as powerful as the 10mm (just kidding)
NOTHING is as powerful and capable as 10mm 🤣
@@plowboysghost The 10mm is capable of shooting down airplanes and taking down inter-dimensional bigfoot!!
Here in Houston mail check theft is big problem. Happens predominately in mail stations staffed by blacks. They white wash check and print new payee and amount. Client of mine got taken for over $200,000 before discovered theft
I SAW ON THE "HIGHWAY MEN ARSENAL" THEY USED I SHELLAC TO AGE PEARL GRIPS , LOOKS PRETTY GOOD.
THOUGHT IT MIGHT BE SOMETHIN'' YOU MIGHT TRY.