I have a great load worked up in my 6” model 83 (16 grains 2400 behind WFNGC). Went to the woods last night and had a hog at 10yards. Cocked the hammer and he jumped out of his skin and took off. I’ve often thought the cocking sound was louder than my Ruger and BFR but I guess I didn’t realize how loud it was until last night.
Gun is a coupe years old. 454 Casull loaded with 45 colt brass
There are 4 hammer positions. Down, 20% (carry mode), 50% (loading mode), and fully cocked. The hammer was in carry mode on an empty chamber when I deployed it on my hunt. Is this not correct? Is there a quieter way to cock the hammer without leaving the gun fully cocked? Thanks!!