Blue Steel, Walnut, and Waiting: A Proper .41 Special

by Jim Wilson

By now it shouldn’t surprise you folks to learn that I like single action revolvers. And, while I revere the classic Colt Single Action Army, my real love is the original Ruger Flat Top in .357 Magnum and .44 Magnum. Great guns and cartridges right there, but they are also perfect vehicles for the various custom projects that might come to mind. A good example would be my recent project of converting a Flat Top .357 to .41 Special.

Over the years I have had a number of custom gun projects completed and, along the way, I’ve learned a few lessons. Since custom projects take time and are expensive, it is a really good idea to take the time to search out the best gunsmith to do the work. Ask friends for suggestions, and view some of the gunsmith’s completed work if at all possible.  

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