Back in November 2015 I had some "disposable funds" so I Started a Ruger "Single six" custom conversion from .22CAL to CF, 8 shot, 10-5/8" long barreled Revolver chambered for ".25ACP/6.35 Browning" and longer wildcats of the Same diameters.
I now have the revolver and the Second outing went Very Well.
The first Cylinder started out as a replacement .22WMR 8 shot cylinder that was reamed and chambered for .25ACP cartridges.
I am still getting used to the revolver and my grip is still 'weak' as it still feels 'muzzle heavy'.
The Following Loads are NOT Recommended for "Blow-Back" type actions but work well in my Ruger Revolver.
- A 63 grain Lead FN "hunters Supply" bullet Tumble Lubed and sized .251" over 3.0 Grains of BE-86 Propellant in PPU .25ACP brass. Muzzle rise is about 1-1/2 target height and muzzle noise is about .22WRF or weak .22WMR. Seems to shoot to same point of aim as Factory .25ACP loads at about 7 yards.
- A 52 grain Lead RFN "Ranch Dog" .25ACP Bullet Tumble Lubed and sized .251" over 3.1 grains of BE-86 Propellant. Muzzle rise about 1 target height and muzzle noise similar to above load. Also seems to shoot to the same point of aim as above.
- Factory Fiocchi "6,35 Browning/25 Auto" 50 grain FMJ loads pattern about 3 to 4 inch circle about half bull to left of point of aim. Sights need further adjustments.
I am sure target performance will improve with Practice, Practice, Practice.
I am Very Pleased with this revolver so far, and my gunsmith is chambering the Second cylinder to ".250ALRM/6.35x32mmSR Stewart".
the third and fourth cylinders are awaiting their reamers (also from PT&G like the other two).
I will Post Photos later.
Best Regards,
Chev. William