M1892 replicas' reliability in 454 Casull
Regarding .454 Casull FACTORY ammunition and stainless steel (only) M1892 replica rifles chambered for it:
1. Factory ammunition is almost certainly loaded for use in handguns rather than rifles. What changes in muzzle velocities should I expect from 20-inch barrel, from 24-inch barrel? I ask because I expect there is a break point where longer barrel yields LOWER velocity rather than slightly higher.
2. Please identify M1892 replica .454 Casull rifles that are available in stainless steel. Are these rifles' actions entirely stainless steel except for springs, or are there but a few stainless components with most action parts non-stainless?
3. Has anyone tried to install XS Systems Ghostring sight system on the rifle? If yes, what results?
4. There is an enormous difference in back thrust on M1892 breech bolts in .454s compare with ANY other chambering offered by any manufacturer. Is heat treat or stainless steel used different, or is headspace caused by breech bolt compression something to monitor?
5. Among the importers/distributors for these rifles, which specific one has the best parts inventory and repair facility? These may not be one company, though.
6. Has anyone fired more than 1000 FACTORY .454s through a stainless steel M1892 replica? If yes, now how's it working?
1. Factory ammunition is almost certainly loaded for use in handguns rather than rifles. What changes in muzzle velocities should I expect from 20-inch barrel, from 24-inch barrel? I ask because I expect there is a break point where longer barrel yields LOWER velocity rather than slightly higher.
2. Please identify M1892 replica .454 Casull rifles that are available in stainless steel. Are these rifles' actions entirely stainless steel except for springs, or are there but a few stainless components with most action parts non-stainless?
3. Has anyone tried to install XS Systems Ghostring sight system on the rifle? If yes, what results?
4. There is an enormous difference in back thrust on M1892 breech bolts in .454s compare with ANY other chambering offered by any manufacturer. Is heat treat or stainless steel used different, or is headspace caused by breech bolt compression something to monitor?
5. Among the importers/distributors for these rifles, which specific one has the best parts inventory and repair facility? These may not be one company, though.
6. Has anyone fired more than 1000 FACTORY .454s through a stainless steel M1892 replica? If yes, now how's it working?
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This topic used to be discussed frequently on the old Marlin Firearms bulletin board (now discontinued). I think you'll find that Puma is the only manufacturer of stainless .454 1892 replicas. These come in two barrel lengths, 20 and 16 inches. The 20 inch versions are available with either open or hi-viz sights. The 16 inch version is marketed exclusively by the Arizona distributor Davidsons.
Legacy Sports is the importer - www.legacysports.com
Davidsons - www.galleryofguns.com
Several of the Marlin board regulars bought the Puma .454 and all reported general satisfaction with the fit, finish and overall quality.
Another question which was often asked was - If you really wanted a high-performance lever gun cartridge in .45 caliber, why not just get a .45/70? The .45/70 can push a heavier projectile at higher velocity than the .454 and do it at lower pressure.0
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