Pietta Great Western II Alchemista III Octagon Barrel "Colt Clones"! [The Good, The Bad, The Ugly]

[@ArizonaGhostriders]

Doesn't matter about historical accuracy in this case. THEY ARE BEAUTIES! Shoot well, too.

[@JEDiTV]

Thanks Santee. I’m really happy I came across them and, uh, “pulled the trigger” on the purchase. ~Jed 🤠

[@usualsuspect5173]

Not much historical accuracy in SASS shooting anyway

[@scottsummers9359]

Bringing up a video from the dead just because I was in the market for them, but I found the Cimarron El Malo 2 to be far smoother. Cimarron worked their magic on them and changed the name.

[@JEDiTV]

Thanks for the info. And, it’s always nice when one of these older videos get a little attention. ‘ppreciate the comment.

[@TR_Swan]

You hit on the head - if historical accuracy was required then Vaqueros would not be so popular. It took 132 Years for someone to make something that actually competed with the 1873. They are beauties. They are worthy of engraving!

[@JEDiTV]

Thank you. ~Jed 🤠

[@treatb09]

Ya. Im a sucker for octagonal barrels too.

[@JEDiTV]

They look so cool. 🤠

[@ronrobertson59]

I own 16 six guns both cartridge and cap n ball. All but one is Uberti one is Pietta. Since Uberti ruined the cattlemen ll with that stupid floating firing pin and weird trigger I'm buying Pietta now. As for grips I by far prefer the 1860 Army grips and use 1860 Army cartridge conversions in 44 colt for CAS.

[@JEDiTV]

Thanks for sharing.

[@blackpowderfirearmenthusia3194]

I'm a big fan of real black powder, and I load my own 45 Colt cartridges with Goex fffg black powder. I also love Percussion Revolvers and own 23 of them, and my favorite is the 1851 Navy and have 7 of them. I really like your video on the EMF Great Western revolvers by Pietta, I am going to get me a pair. Thanks for sharing.

[@JEDiTV]

You’re welcome!

[@jamesreece9809]

I like them. I got the Pietta EMF Great Western ll US Marshal. And i am loving it. Love your videos.

[@JEDiTV]

They are great, right outta the box. ~Jed 🤠

[@Simon-hf3lw]

This is about having fun not been historical accurate great concept 👍

[@JEDiTV]

Thanks.

[@danwilson6069]

I use Pietta revolvers when im cowboying it, 2 sets in 38/357, and one set in 44mag. The 44s have the transfer bar in them, and if you don't have the cylinder pin in right the bar catches under the firing pin and locks the gun up till you pop the bar back.

[@JEDiTV]

OH! That is something I should have mentioned in “THE BAD”... that Cylinder Pin is going bye-bye. I’m either grinding it down or buy a replacement. Ya gotta get that thing in just the right spot... silly. ~Jed 🤠

[@danwilson6069]

@@JEDiTV my 38/357 revolvers are fine, they have the firing pin on the hammer so no transfer bars to jam up.

[@joewayne9951]

Hahaha the guys picking up the brass as your shooting with the tongs that’s great stuff

[@JEDiTV]

🤠 Yep! Gotta get that 44/40 brass back! ~Jed

[@joewayne9951]

I bet reloading plays a huge role in this hobby ! Great videos and thanks so much for the them, your doing a lot to spread the hobby to others. Take care and God Bless

[@johnt.chambers4204]

I laugh every time the GPS says "Proceed to the route" Hell, if I knew where the route was, I wouldn't need the GPS.

[@JEDiTV]

😂 I hear her say that a lot 😉

[@russmode]

Gotta love those old conversion vans, great family trip haulers back in the days, nothing like them today!

[@JEDiTV]

You got that right! I sold that one in ‘22 to buy the latest Jed I. Van 🤠 I miss the four wheel drive but I’m loving everything the new one has to offer!

[@Unitedfitco176]

Hey I know that place. Just down the road from me! When I was younger I did my hunters education course at the Capitol City Gun club nearby! Cheers!

[@JEDiTV]

I don’t get to that range often enough… between fuel and ammo costs. But, I gotta make it a point to visit ‘em again soon.

[@martymcpeak4748]

I got a brand new Pietta great western ii wheel gun in .357 magnum and I love it. she's a sweet shooter and is smooth as a tick. the only change I made was adding a pair of John Wayne style grips from Arizone Grips. Cheers

[@halfcirclehranch6877]

My primary revolvers are a pair of Traditions 1873 Rawhides. They're made by Pietra, and may be basically the same as those Piettas you were shooting, although much more basic, and not slicked up any. I found them on Classic Firearms for just over $200 each, and intended to just have them as backups for my Uberti Outlaws. But they just seemed so much smoother, and have been much more reliable than the Ubertis. The rawhide edition is just done with a basic matte finish. I rather like the look. I have to say, those octagon barrels on your revolvers are pretty sweet. They look great with the brass trigger guard and the wood grips.

[@JEDiTV]

I like that Matte look too. Back when I first started Uberti made a pair like that, matte black with brass back strap and trigger guard they were sold at Cabela’s and called “Millenniums”. ~Jed 🤠

[@anangryranger]

My apologies for the late response. Just recently found your channel. Fun stuff! A few months ago, I bought an EMF Great Western II Alchemista IV in 45 Colt. Delightful weapon! Great action by the Pietta factory, and remarkable accuracy. It has, among my other 45 SAA pistols, become a favorite of mine. I don't shoot Cowboy Action, but shoot wild hogs and coyote that run my woods where I live. The Alchemista IV is devastating against 300# plus hogs! It's now my "go to" weapon against these things that lurk in the woods outside mt home. Anyway, I like what I've seen seen here, and subscribed to your channel, in hope of more of your videos.

[@JEDiTV]

Thanks for the comment! No apologies needed, folks are encouraged to comment regardless of how old the video is. I hope ya find more content to enjoy and comment on here. -Jed 🤠

[@michaelfarren3712]

I'm a fan of octagonal barrels. Also like that you're using black powder . Most folks don't realize that is what was used back at the time. A cowboy shoot out would have been very smokey.

[@JEDiTV]

Very smokey indeed!n. I understand why the majority of Cowboy Action Shooters use the smokeless powder (cost, easier to shoot, ease of clean-up, etc...) but, it just ain’t for me. I like the authenticity of the smoke and fire. ~Jed 🤠

[@jeffreyschmoldt7798]

I use to one one in 45 colt loved it for many many years.

[@JEDiTV]

They’ve been great for me. Smooth and ready for competition right outta the box. ~Jed 🤠

[@Cucurú-c9v]

I remember I got my period incorrect Thompson New Englander .54 with it round barrel. Took it to the range and shot some round ball and heavy conicals. Was it a kick in the pants. More fun than a barrel of monkeys. When done I put the gun in the trunk. Later that day I got into the car and did it stink. Hoo hoo boy! Next time I cleaned it at the range. Really easy to clean with a special kit from Dixie attached to a nipple and tube with cleaning fluid in a can. Just pump the cleaning rod a done. No muss, no fuss.

[@JEDiTV]

Yeah, the clean-up isn’t too bad if you do it right away.

[@joep4235]

great vid, thanks Jedi !!! loved the Ruger review !!!

[@JEDiTV]

Thanks Joe. I’m going to go a little bit more in-depth on the new Rugers later on (after the action work is done on ‘em). ~Jed 🤠

[@EricDaMAJ]

God how do you choose between mountain men and cowboys? They’re both so cool in their own ways.

[@JEDiTV]

I used to do some shooting with the Mountain Men, back in the 80’s. It’s a little harder to find a club doing that anymore. Cowboy Action Shooting also provides a lot more shootin’ 😉 Both are fun though. -Jed

[@tigerpisces5506]

Evergreen Range must be in WA OR the rain brings back memories down in gun hating CA

[@JEDiTV]

Olympia, Washington. 🤠👍

[@FyukYiu]

Thank you for sharing. Super cool! Makes me really want to go play CAS.

[@JEDiTV]

Thanks Peter The Cool Guy 🤠 I hope you do try it someday. -Jed

[@k.1873]

Aaron Rodgers

[@1sinister80]

I have the Uberti version .45lc from cabelas and it has the transfer bar hammer I prefer that style. Great gun I have had it for 7 years or so.

[@JEDiTV]

Thanks for sharing! Glad your’s is workin’ out well for ya.

[@smithandwestin651]

Awesome video! Great detail on the “review” side of the Piettas, and great shooting! I dig the content!

[@JEDiTV]

Thank you very much! I appreciate the feedback.

[@gunrunnerlarry]

Really enjoyed hearing about your EMS Pietta Great Western Revolvers.

[@JEDiTV]

Thanks Frank, I’m glad you enjoyed it. I’m sure you’ll see more of ‘em on future episodes. ~Jed 🤠

[@Garrett406]

If you go to the Wyoming State Museum channel, they did a video on a Colt 1873 chambered in 32-20 just yesterday. They don't do a good zoom in on it, but the lines definitely look like it is an octagon barrel. Pretty cool story behind it too. Worth the watch! Keep up the good work! I recently joined SASS and our local club! Your videos really helped me get started in the sport!

[@JEDiTV]

Thanks for the tip, I’ll check out that video. I’m glad I could help with getting started 👍 -Jed

[@MattShifflett-vl4pz]

I thank you have good tast in gear.

[@JEDiTV]

I appreciate the compliment.

[@mypetvelociraptor]

Cowboy action looks so fun!!! I definitely want to get involved in that

[@JEDiTV]

It is a lot of fun!

[@mypetvelociraptor]

Definitely want to get involved

[@66rmw]

Your spot on about the grips . I have a pair of Cimarron eliminator eights , which are the same thing except for the brass trigger guard and the Cimarron has short stroke hammers . I have 2xl size hands and greatly appreciate these grips compared to the traditional peace maker .

[@JEDiTV]

And they aren’t alienating to folks with smaller hands. I still prefer the Navy size grips (probably aesthetically more than anything). But, I am not at all bothered by the feel of these Army grips. ~Jed 🤠

[@66rmw]

They are much more enjoyable for me because my pinkeye doesn’t have to go below the grip . I also like the look of the octagon bbls

[@johnhill7585]

Nice review! I'm a sucker for octagon barrels too, I favor a wider trigger like on the Remingtons and lower hammers like on the bisleys. I have large hands so I like the larger grips, so I just ordered me one.

[@JEDiTV]

Thanks! I wouldn’t mind having the lower hammers (like on my Rugers) but I’m not sure that’d look good on the 51’s. I guess I won’t really know until I try it…

[@johnhill7585]

@@JEDiTV Hmmm you may be right, but I like your saying such features like those could have been custom post purchase gunsmith creations back then, so try it out. I'm waiting on my alchimista III pretty excited!

[@PowderKegSoCal]

That was awesome, good shooting!

[@JEDiTV]

Thanks ya! ~Jed 🤠

[@joeltowle2737]

I have almost the same gun, 5.5" barrel from Cabela's, but no EMF on it. Great video!

[@JEDiTV]

Thanks Joel. Do your 5.5” model have the octagon barrels? Also, what caliber? ~Jed 🤠

[@joeltowle2737]

@@JEDiTV you're welcome. Yes, to the octagon barrel. Almost too pretty to shoot, almost. Lol I only have one and it's a .357 Magnum!

[@JEDiTV]

I hear ya, “almost”. Mine end up gettin’ worn pretty quickly being in and out of the leather.

[@joeltowle2737]

@@JEDiTV my grip frame and trigger guard is blued not brass!

[@JEDiTV]

Yeah, mine are kinda odd in that the back strap is blued but the trigger guard is brass.

[@Chettboyle]

Thanks for the review! I was thinking of getting a pair.

[@JEDiTV]

Glad I could help. ~Jed 🤠

[@chefshooter1383]

I recently picked up a pair of the new Dead Man’s Hand Pietta Great Western II’s. I sent an Email to see if I could get consecutive serial numbers and Debbie Sims personally called me to confirm I absolutely could. Great company.

[@JEDiTV]

That’s great!

[@thelonerider9693]

Gorgeous guns. I appreciate that you are shooting two handed, I've tried shooting with my off hand and never do well lol. I love the octagonal look on the orig. 1851 navy. also love the look of a traditional 1873 so... not sure how I feel about these. I really like the 73 grip when shooting a sixgun which from what I recall is based on the '51. The combo of 1860 army grip and 1851 style ogtagonal barrel on a gun known for having a more 1851 style grip seems weird... but I like it! Don't know if I'd like shooting one, but I def. like the look! These may be a-historical yet they are undoubtedly nice looking revolvers and a combo I never thought I'd see, wow are they cool!

[@JEDiTV]

Yeah, I’m not bothered by the grip shape. I prefer the Navy grip, but I can shoot the Army style or Bird’s Head without a change in speed or accuracy so it’s fun to mix up the arsenal a bit. -Jed 🤠

[@oregonoutback7779]

I like the hammers on those "new to you" revolvers. Looks like traditional Pacific Northwest weather has returned to your neck of the woods. There was a light dusting of snow on the Cascades and Siskiyous this morning, as I ventured off the mountain, down into your old stomping grounds.

[@JEDiTV]

It RAINED hard on a lot of those stages and during the drive both coming and going. As for the hammers, yep, they are pretty darn fantastic! Thanks for the comment. ~Jed 🤠

[@threeoeightwadcutter2820]

They really look great. Thanks for sharing

[@JEDiTV]

You’re welcome and thanks for the comment! ~Jed 🤠

[@archhenry1426]

The guns a very cool and I will look at the...myself. How do you see the targets with all that smoke... Hope to meet you sometime in the future.

[@JEDiTV]

I use The Force, of course. 😉 ~Jed 🤠

[@mogdefender8520]

Hi Jedd, thanks for your awesome video. Always had an interest in this sport and shot my first match last week up here in Canada by invitation of a long time Sass member and shooter. I have my eye on a set of these revolvers to enter this sport since they are great quality yet affordable guns (more so then the sass vaqueros) for a starting cowboy action shooter and absolutely beautiful to boot. I think they would fit nicely with my Miroku 1866. Unfortunately at this time all guns seem very hard to find. Thank you for your videos, they are always very encouraging and a joy to watch! 👍

[@JEDiTV]

That’s great that you’ve tried it. But, a bummer that the firearms for this sport are still hard to find. Hang in there though, they’ll show up eventually. -Jed

[@mogdefender8520]

I was just reading somebody else's reply that mentioned the cylinder pin being an issue causing lock up. Is this the same safety feature I may have seen on a Cattleman? Have you changed this out?

[@JEDiTV]

I haven’t, yet. But I do plan on it. Not that I’ve had a problem with it, I would just don’t want to be on the clock and have any issue with it. 🤠

[@bthompson1767]

Nice plinkin like your wild bill sass cowboy hat 🤠

[@JEDiTV]

Thanks B K. ~Jed 🤠

[@MrPvtskittles]

I think they are awesome, I love the octagonal barrel.

[@JEDiTV]

I do too! Thanks for the comment. ~Jed 🤠

[@neiljvoice1603]

A great video Jed and a beautiful couple of revolvers.

[@JEDiTV]

Thank you Neil. I’m enjoying them! ~Jed 🤠

[@danielkleinheksel8853]

Good videos! Very well presented. Shooting is expensive no matter the discipline and having an information starting point is helpful. I have the Taylor’s stainless steel Runnin Iron Deluxe in .45 Colt. It’s a nice iron. It has the wide trigger and lowered widened hammer. I actually use it as a carry firearm while guiding.

[@JEDiTV]

Glad you liked the episode and thanks for the comment! -Jed 🤠

[@82camaro44]

where did you get the ammo carrier from?

[@davidhruska9643]

The pair are mighty stylus for sure Lookin great!

[@JEDiTV]

Thank you David! ~Jed 🤠

[@1sinister80]

I have this exact gun. I am on my second cylinder and I did my own smithing on my internals. It shoots like a dream. I have the .45 colt I can tell you not to shoot Buffalo bore +p it will split your cylinder lol. You do have to file all the bits and pieces because tooling marks are everywhere on these.

[@JEDiTV]

Thanks for sharing your experience!

[@johnlooney5739]

Great shooting, looks like you are a bit quicker with those. I like the octagonal barrels. I may look into one for myself.

[@JEDiTV]

The smooth action and lower hammer do allow me to speed up a bit... They just don't point exactly like I'm used to... ~Jed 🤠

[@jamesperkins8569]

Awesome!

[@JEDiTV]

Thanks!

[@usualsuspect5173]

Great video, can I ask what diameter bullets you use in your 1873 short rifle?

[@JEDiTV]

Thanks for the comment. Bullet Diameter is .428, hope that helps.

[@AJ7304]

Hey Jed! Great video mate! Actually I thought all of the "peacemaker" single action revolvers are the same... Thanks for opened my eyes! Your babies are beautiful! God Bless you Jed!

[@JEDiTV]

Thank you! -Jed 🤠

[@mkshffr4936]

Have you ever had a chance to play with their 3.5" Sheriff/Posse models? They look like a lot of fun.

[@JEDiTV]

I haven’t, yet.

[@missouriminuteman8571]

Trying to decide between the Pietta made EMF great western II gunfighter 45 colt with the 45 acp cylinder or the Uberti made Cimarron P model dual cylinder...which would you go with?

[@JEDiTV]

Both isn’t an option? 😜 Seriously, I’d say you wouldn’t go wrong with either. Are they both Pietta made? Or is the Cimarron an Uberti? Not that it matters much anymore. 10+ years ago the edge might have gone to the latter but I think they are on par with each other now.

[@nomadpi1]

Thing is, I've never seen a measurement devise for hand-size to fit grip-size on revolvers. The larger grips have intrigued me for yrs but my one attempt to find SASS, NM ranch, didn't have one soul there when I went out there the day before the event started, and never since have i encountered anyone in the participation of this sport. I've taken GUNS OFTHE OLD WEST for a decade now and the weapins interst me. Well nearing my eighth decade, so, too late now.

[@JEDiTV]

Thanks for the comment. I’ve always been a fan of the firearms from this era as well. -Jed 🤠

[@jaydo1879]

Good shooting. I don’t know how you see anything in that cloud of smoke.

[@JEDiTV]

I use The Force, of course. -Jed 🤠

[@SunsetSam]

Thanks for showing! Nice shooting again. I have big hands but i like the shorter original grips. In my opinion the handling is better for duelist style. It’s matter of taste.

[@JEDiTV]

It is, indeed, all a matter of taste. Nice to have all the options for folks to choose from. ~Jed 🤠

[@sasquatch885]

I really like the ‘51 Navy grips too. And I’ve been known to make frequent “driving procedurals”.👍🏻

[@JEDiTV]

😂 Yeah, I think I might have been going the wrong way in that parking lot, still not sure. But, at the very least, I was taking up more than my share of space. 😉 And, for me, the 51’s are the best, most comfortable and natural pointing revolver... but, not necessarily the fastest. Good to have options. ~Jed 🤠

[@singlecam100]

Nice !

[@JEDiTV]

Thanks! 🤠

[@anthonymestichelli9979]

Nice guns old time octagon, I wouldn't mind having them. Great shooting especially for the first time.

[@JEDiTV]

Thanks Anthony. ~Jed 🤠

[@abrampl]

Hi Jed! What about yours open frame colts? They are fixed?

[@JEDiTV]

No. I have one that is still not working correctly. I will eventually get to repairing it / having it repaired. Got a couple of other projects I’m working on in the meantime. I’ll put out an episode about the repair, once it is done. ~Jed 🤠

[@abrampl]

@@JEDiTV I will be waiting :) have nice day or night!

[@tango165]

Good stuff, great content.

[@JEDiTV]

Much appreciated! I’m glad you enjoyed it!

[@chrisredwolf3130]

Hey Jed i know you just got your new revolvers. but have you thought about about giving the Uberti Scholfield or the Uberti Remington 75 & or 58 revolvers a look just for a change up? By the way love the videos Sadly no store in the area i live sell any of these beautiful western guns.

[@JEDiTV]

I’ve shot the Schofields (I’ll add a link down below) and plan to do so again. I used to own a nice pair of ‘58 Remingtons, with conversion cylinders as well as the percussion cylinders, but I sold them years ago. Actually I have quite a bit of sellers remorse over that... I don’t particularly like the feel of the Remingtons in hand, BUT, it is nice to have options and be well versed in using those options. kzbin.info/www/bejne/npbbaXl-ZrV1rbc ~Jed 🤠

[@chrisredwolf3130]

JED iTV just out of curiosity is it required to two of the same Revolver?

[@JEDiTV]

@@chrisredwolf3130 - Absolutely not. I think the majority does use matching revolvers but it is not a requirement. And, it is not “uncommon” to see folks use a mis-matched set. If you find any of my episodes featuring Col. Cornelius or Varmit they both often use two different revolvers. In fact, Varmit always shoots a Schofield and a ‘75 Remington. It looks very cool. ~Jed 🤠

[@marcosaraiva9205]

Great stuff!! octagonal barrels,you love them and they are very cool look at! Have fun and be save JED.

[@JEDiTV]

Thanks, you too Marco. ~Jed 🤠

[@eXonerated77-rn1qt]

I love the actions!

[@JEDiTV]

Me too.

[@bibbyman2]

I have a pair of Cimarron Eleminator 8s in 45 Colt that are basically the same guns except nicer grips and short stroked. They are fun to shoot but I don't feel the benefits of short stroke or 60 grip frame.

[@JEDiTV]

Some folks really like this '60 Army grip frame. I'm much more used to the standard grip frame so I don't necessarily seem them as an "advantage" or a major game-changer for me. ~Jed 🤠

[@grahamgunslinger]

In your opinion,for someone on a budget, what rifle would you recommend? On a budget of less than $1000.

[@JEDiTV]

Howdy Graham, I’d recommend looking for something used. I prefer the ‘66 or ‘73 Models from Uberti, I like the looks of the ‘66 better but I feel the ‘73 can be run a little faster. The Marlins are great also! But, all of ‘em are getting harder to find at that sub-1000 price point. -Jed 🤠

[@jackrichardson1921]

Great looking pistols bud!

[@JEDiTV]

Thank you Jack. ~Jed 🤠

[@B.Moore-Ready]

Sweet!

[@JEDiTV]

🤠

[@DRayL_]

hehe......Breath of the Wild! :-) I'd actually like to get one of these revolvers. I like unique revolvers. Don't have very many at the moment. Just a 1958 Ruger Single Six [still the 4 click, unmolested action], a Ruger Shopkeeper [blued with fluted cylinder], and my newest acquisition, a Taylors 1851 Snub nose, birdshead, in 44cal., which I probably won't ever actually shoot in black powder.

[@JEDiTV]

I like the unique stuff too. You could probably guess that though 😉 -Jed

[@cal30m1]

A similar “run in” with mountain men did turn out as well for Ned Beatty and Jon Voight.

[@JEDiTV]

😆 😂 🤣

[@davesloat9006]

Love your videos!

[@JEDiTV]

Thank you! I appreciate that.

[@SmallCaliberArmsReview]

When did they start allowing flame throwers in SASS? I've always liked the looks of the Alchemista pistols. I think my favorite part of SASS is BS-ing with all the other shooters! Great video Jed!

[@JEDiTV]

Thanks! Yes, I try and throw some of that camaraderie into my episodes when I capture it. The friendly banter is a large part of the sport. ~Jed 🤠

[@mkshffr4936]

I am waiting for them to allow the gatling guns.

[@zack4977]

This video is 3 years old now. Do you still have these pieces and has your thoughts on them changed at all if so? I've been looking at getting one myself.

[@JEDiTV]

Yes I do. My thoughts / opinions about these haven’t changed. However, they are probably my least fired set of CAS revolvers. Just because I prefer my 1851’s and, if I wanna shoot something that is a little faster, my SASS Rugers. But, I do get ‘em out and exercise ‘em occasionally and they still function and perform as they did when new.

[@chuchuchip]

Where do you get the leather shotgun "sleeve"??????

[@JEDiTV]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/nWaQnJpujtBgqsU

[@chuchuchip]

@@JEDiTV Thank you!

[@JEDiTV]

You’re welcome @@chuchuchip

[@TracyLoop]

Good looking Revolvers.

[@JEDiTV]

Thank you. ~Jed 🤠

[@sixshootertexan]

Those are awesome looking revolvers.

[@JEDiTV]

Thank you! I really like ‘em. Lots of photos going up on Instagram if you’re on that platform. ~Jed 🤠

[@new_frontiersman9064]

Such supreme octagonal alchemy, almost "magical" even...! ! !

[@JEDiTV]

I agree! So much so I couldn’t resist ‘em when I saw them on sale. ~Jed 🤠

[@therightisright8276]

Beautiful guns, great shooting and looks like a great day of fun, cough cough, albeit smokey...

[@JEDiTV]

I do get a little smokey 😉 -Jed 🤠

[@HighFalutinTootin]

These revolvers are fkn cool i know that they (meaning firearm manufacturers) make lever action rifles with octagon barrels, perfect to pair with these beauties

[@JEDiTV]

Yes indeed! I paired mine up with an 1873 rifle, in 44/40 with an 18” octagon barrel. (Okay, 18.5…)

[@jamesbrandt3764]

Beautiful revolvers. My vaqueros are extremely accurate.

[@JEDiTV]

Thank you.

[@Boodybandit81]

I just bought a pair pietta 1873’s

[@JEDiTV]

Hope ya like ‘em as much a I like mine. -Jed 🤠

[@Boodybandit81]

I’ve only put 25 rounds through them but I like them so far

[@Texo_McKevo]

Dose any cowboy action shooters shoot scholfields by any chance? I ain’t old enough to buy till of may this year my dad can’t buy them cause he’s a felon so it depends on me really.

[@JEDiTV]

Yes, a pard I used to shot with, Varmit was his name, used a Schofield regularly. I’m sure there is video of him using it on this channel (can’t point you to the exact one though). I’ve got a pair but I don’t shoot ‘em too often. -Jed 🤠

[@GeorgiaRidgerunner]

Never played loz botw but yes i can relate i wandered around aimlessly harassing chickens in loz a lnk to the past and the original loz

[@JEDiTV]

🤠 Yep, easy to get lost on a mission. BOTW has been a little easier for me. But, they may be in part due to all the video tutorials on KZbin.

[@stevebuckskinner5482]

New subscriber. Love you're content and you're presentation.

[@JEDiTV]

Thank you Steve! Glad to have you. ~Jed 🤠

[@jeffrey4547]

pietta is a good cheap gun but the only problem i have is it failed the 3x pressure test from colt ubirty passed and got the contract to build black powder guns for colt then colt smooth up the action and gets them to shoot straight out the barrel after they do the 3x pressure test then it gets the colts name they also got the pattens to make reproduction colts that is y u can use ubirty parts to fix original colts . i watched a video of it from colt the reason ubirty passed the test is because they use a higher quality metals and to do the test they used modern powders to get the pressure on the test . so u know i had to do the test on my ubirty 1858 remington with a 44 mag full charge worked just fine so sometimes i mix the powders and it shoots good. i do own a few piettas but i will never use nothing but black powder in them

[@JEDiTV]

I wasn’t aware of this information… but, I pretty much use only black powder in mine anyways.

[@greenbroccolistudios1275]

Nice revolvers man :D

[@JEDiTV]

Thanks.

[@greenbroccolistudios1275]

@@JEDiTV youre welcome :D

[@josephatnip2398]

I know this is a random question I have the pietta Rio 1873 Western 2 and I'm looking for some replacement hand grips the ones that are on there are black plastic one piece I was hoping somebody could point me in the right direction Google has been not very helpful

[@JEDiTV]

You might try a place called The SASS Wire and ask over there. Or maybe someone will see this comment and respond here….

[@DivineCircusPeanut]

Great review! By the way, are these traditional (load 5, rest on empty chamber) or do they feature modern transfer bar safeties? Sorry if it was mentioned and I just missed it!

[@JEDiTV]

Howdy, I probably should have covered this in the episode, they are traditional style with the actual firing pin on the hammer. No transfer bar. ~Jed 🤠

[@chrisredwolf3130]

are these revolvers available in 5.5in or 7.5in barrel lengths? I’ve been wanting a Revolver with a 7.5in barrel. My Dad would like the 5.5in. also they are available in 45 colt right?

[@JEDiTV]

The “SASS” Ruger Vaquero is available in 2 configurations: 5.5” .45 Colt and 4.75” .357. The “standard” Ruger Vaquero is available in many different configuration, including those you’re looking for. Hope that info helps. ~Jed

[@thelaborpeasant]

How would you compare them to the SASS Vaqueros? Also, damn you can run that shotgun xD

[@JEDiTV]

Good question. I, personally, would say they are very comparable. I, again, personally, prefer the Colt Clones 🤷‍♂️ Both are going to run great and hold up in the sport. The Rugers might be a bit tougher... maybe. I did find these Great Westerns MUCH smoother than my Rugers right outta the box. I think the Rugers will have to have quite a bit of work to get to the smooth, crisp action of these Piettas. But, they can certainly be made to be as smooth or smoother. That didn’t help much. If it’s possible for you, try ‘em both. See what fits and feels best in your hands. Oh, and thanks for the compliment on my shotgun work. I make up a lot of time with that particular piece. If you watch this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iajTpKSFhcenppI you can see me put it to use at the Team Match at the end. It was a pretty darn cool moment. ~Jed 🤠

[@shawnbarry3893]

I have one I need to get fixed wear do you get parts

[@JEDiTV]

I use VTI Gun Parts online. Hope that helps. -Jed 🤠

[@shawnbarry3893]

Thank you 🇺🇸

[@jeffryrichardson9105]

Beautiful brace! 👍🏾😀❤️🇺🇸

[@JEDiTV]

Thank you! 🤗 I think so too! ~Jed 🤠

[@thesmithreviews2533]

my gpa was a cowboy he even tried out for John turnstall.My pops should have loved to have taken a look at these guns. he was a more original

[@JEDiTV]

My grandpa as well, the real deal… 🤠

[@moonshinerphd9523]

What's the name of the song at the beginning of the video? I've heard it before and can't think of the name. Any help would be appreciated!

[@JEDiTV]

It is a song called “Lonesome Avenue” (a free song that is available to creators in the KZbin library - to use without concerns about getting a copyright strike). You may have heard it used on another channel or on one of my other videos. OR… you could be, like me, thinking that it reminds you of “5th Avenue Heartbreak” by the Wallflowers. The melody is very, very similar. Funny thing is when I “Shazamed” it I was given this “Now That I Know You” song by a Jan Boyle. It appears that she took that copyright fee “Lonesome Avenue” and put some lyrics over it… Honestly, I can’t recommend her “version” of the song. But, as an instrumental I quite enjoy it. (Oh, and I like “5th Avenue Heartbreak” too 🤠) Hope that helps with your “ear-worm”.

[@moonshinerphd9523]

@@JEDiTV Thanks Jed, You're right it was the Wallflowers, I knew it had some lyrics in the song but I couldn't think of them right off hand. I reckon it comes with age, or so they say. Great shootin' by the way, I enjoy watching your videos. Oh yeah, you've got that "time machine" set up nice!

[@barryturner3152]

I think I informed you thusly that Mima was a little tricky to find🤔

[@JEDiTV]

Yeah... I'm sure ya did. When are you coming back out? ~Jed 🤠

[@barryturner3152]

@@JEDiTV soon , been quite busy

[@JEDiTV]

@@barryturner3152 - I understand.

[@millcreekrange]

Nice!!!! 👍👍

[@JEDiTV]

Thanks Benjy. ~Jed 🤠

[@BillyJ244]

Those pistols are very nice. Maybe not period correct but still very nice.

[@JEDiTV]

Thanks. 🤠

[@614XJ]

That octagon barrel is sexy! I’m def getting one of those!

[@JEDiTV]

I agree! I really like the way they look. ~Jed 🤠

[@MarkMphonoman]

The smoke from those black powder guns is soooooooo cool. 👍 p.s. don’t see how you are able to see the target after a few rounds. Lol

[@JEDiTV]

🤠 I use The Force.

[@MarkMphonoman]

@@JEDiTV Ha, good one!

[@michal.abramowicz]

😮 i need to trash my ubertis el patron and switch to pietta with 1860 army grip...

[@JEDiTV]

These are pretty nice revolvers. 🤠