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bigbore40
01-24-12, 08:21
I just picked up a 325 Thunder Ranch. Anyone have one or have had one ? what are your thoughts on this 45acp wheel gun ?

DJK
01-24-12, 12:02
I wanted one when they first came out, but was discouraged by the problems that a lot of guys had with them. I would suggest doing a search on the S&W forum to see the problems, then checking it out on yours. I hope you have good luck with it and would like to hear how it goes.

bigbore40
01-24-12, 12:17
I got a very good deal on it that I could not pass up . Have yet to fire it but it seems that light primer strikes have been a major issue. I will update with the first range report .

Jake'sDad
01-24-12, 20:28
A lot of the newer S&W's have issues with light strikes. Send it back to Smith, and they'll put a longer firing pin in it.

Timbonez
01-25-12, 00:45
I have a 325 Thunder Ranch that the wife for bought me after my deployment this past summer. I have had very good success with it. I did install an Apex Tactical extended firing pin (https://apextactical.com/store/product-info.php?pid4.html), but that was simply because I had heard of the issues already stated about light primer strikes. You may or may not have issues. Just make sure the strain screw is screwed down all the way as it should be.

Shoot the revolver for several hundred rounds and see if you have any issues. You'll enjoy shooting the handgun. I know I enjoy shooting mine.

turbo38gn
01-25-12, 05:15
I have one, great gun. I've put plenty of rounds down range with zero issues. It's light, accurate and very controllable. I want more.... The few negative responses are over exaggerated. I know of little to no striker problems with this model let alone "with a lot of the newer S&W's". I own several "new" revolver... all have been flawless. :cool:

bigbore40
01-27-12, 08:13
I will be shooting the TRR 325 for the first time this weekend . I will update with a range report .

turbo38gn
01-27-12, 09:19
I will be shooting the TRR 325 for the first time this weekend . I will update with a range report .

Great, look forward to hearing how you like it. Think I'll be pulling mine out of the vault, hit the range also, it's been a while. I have about 20 moonclips I load up before going out. Loading them clips isn't the most fun. Unloading is easy, I have the tool for that. :)

Timbonez
01-30-12, 20:27
How did the 325 TR shoot this weekend?

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bigbore40
01-30-12, 20:51
How did the 325 TR shoot this weekend?

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Accuracy was there, no light primer strikes alot of fun to shoot but again I realized I am not a wheel gun guy . I've tried this half a dozen times with the same results . So it is off to a new home .

SeaSoldier
01-30-12, 22:22
And it loves it's new home. :cool:

Alaskapopo
02-01-12, 21:04
I just picked up a 325 Thunder Ranch. Anyone have one or have had one ? what are your thoughts on this 45acp wheel gun ?

Got some pictures of that gun would love to see it. Is that the light weight frame?
Pat

bigbore40
02-02-12, 07:26
Got some pictures of that gun would love to see it. Is that the light weight frame?
Pat

We will have to have SeaSoldier post one .

Timbonez
02-02-12, 18:55
Got some pictures of that gun would love to see it. Is that the light weight frame?
Pat

Here are some pics of mine. Not the best. The 325 has a lightweight frame and stainless cylinder.

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Alaskapopo
02-02-12, 19:39
That is a sharp looking revolver.
Pat

Timbonez
02-02-12, 19:48
I enjoy shooting it despite the increased recoil compared to a heavier .45 ACP handgun.

Alaskapopo
02-02-12, 19:55
I enjoy shooting it despite the increased recoil compared to a heavier .45 ACP handgun.

I think that set up makes sense in 45 acp or 45 colt or 44 special. Never did care for it in 44 mag however. Too much of a good thing so to speak. (light weight)
Pat

turbo38gn
02-02-12, 20:44
Not a very good pic, but mine has the rail on it under the barrel...

http://i244.photobucket.com/albums/gg16/JCottonjr/Guns/325TR.png

Docwade
02-18-12, 14:21
I prefer the TR 325 to the TR 22-4 I currently own. Your 325 is a sweet pistol.

Jake'sDad
02-18-12, 14:55
I think that set up makes sense in 45 acp or 45 colt or 44 special. Never did care for it in 44 mag however. Too much of a good thing so to speak. (light weight)
Pat

Wuss.....;)

Shooting a Garrett or Buffalo Bore heavy .44 Mag out of a 329 is a religious experience.

If you can get past the nightmares anyway.