Nitro 500 Pistol
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That guy is crazy. I guess that's what happens when 2 first cousins have children.
BassCliff
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Hi guys!
I was hoping you might.
Yep, I'm sure once would be enough for me. That guy is an animal (ox?) !!
He certainly is a character. However, I am not privy to his familial lineage.
It was good for a chuckle. But now I'm really interested in a Nitro 500 rifle. Wasn't that the firearm in the movie "Quigley Down Under"?
Thank you for your indulgence,
BassCliff
I was hoping you might.
Yep, I'm sure once would be enough for me. That guy is an animal (ox?) !!
He certainly is a character. However, I am not privy to his familial lineage.
It was good for a chuckle. But now I'm really interested in a Nitro 500 rifle. Wasn't that the firearm in the movie "Quigley Down Under"?
Thank you for your indulgence,
BassCliff
BassCliff
Professional
Hi,
I had to look it up. From: http://www.imfdb.org/wiki/Quigley_Down_Under
"Shiloh Sharps 1874 Long Range Rifle
Matthew Quigley (Tom Selleck) uses a Shiloh Sharps 1874 Long Range rifle with a 34" barrel (4"s longer than a standard 30" barrel) converted to fire a .45-110 metallic cartridge with a 540 grain paper-patch bullet. It has double set triggers, and is fitted with a ladder-elevated Vernier peep sight and a Globe front sight. He is an incredible sharpshooter with this rifle and often makes use of the double set triggers for more accurate shots. Sometimes he shoots from so far away, the report of the rifle is heard 2-3 seconds after the impact of the bullet (Even though sound catches up with supersonic rounds after 300-400 yards). Several times in the film the gun is shown capable of sending people airborne (some even completely flipped in mid-air!), as movie rules states a big gun must send bad guys flying. Additionally there is some excellent gun dialogue, seldom seen in most movies, in which Quigley describes his rifle to Marston."
Uberti Sharps 1874 Long Range with 34" barrel, fitted with Vernier sight. The film credits the actual rifle used as being manufactured by Shiloh Rifle Mfg., Big Timber, MT. Differences between that and the Uberti (pictured) can be seen in the photo - The tang sight windage adjustment is at the base on the Uberti while it is on the slider of the Shiloh's sight. The Shiloh has a patch box in the stock which the Uberti does not, and the Shiloh has the curved military butt plate compared to the Uberti's straighter shotgun butt.
[EDIT:] Ouch! Those Nitro 500 rifles are spendy!
Thank you for your indulgence,
BassCliff
I had to look it up. From: http://www.imfdb.org/wiki/Quigley_Down_Under
"Shiloh Sharps 1874 Long Range Rifle
Matthew Quigley (Tom Selleck) uses a Shiloh Sharps 1874 Long Range rifle with a 34" barrel (4"s longer than a standard 30" barrel) converted to fire a .45-110 metallic cartridge with a 540 grain paper-patch bullet. It has double set triggers, and is fitted with a ladder-elevated Vernier peep sight and a Globe front sight. He is an incredible sharpshooter with this rifle and often makes use of the double set triggers for more accurate shots. Sometimes he shoots from so far away, the report of the rifle is heard 2-3 seconds after the impact of the bullet (Even though sound catches up with supersonic rounds after 300-400 yards). Several times in the film the gun is shown capable of sending people airborne (some even completely flipped in mid-air!), as movie rules states a big gun must send bad guys flying. Additionally there is some excellent gun dialogue, seldom seen in most movies, in which Quigley describes his rifle to Marston."
Uberti Sharps 1874 Long Range with 34" barrel, fitted with Vernier sight. The film credits the actual rifle used as being manufactured by Shiloh Rifle Mfg., Big Timber, MT. Differences between that and the Uberti (pictured) can be seen in the photo - The tang sight windage adjustment is at the base on the Uberti while it is on the slider of the Shiloh's sight. The Shiloh has a patch box in the stock which the Uberti does not, and the Shiloh has the curved military butt plate compared to the Uberti's straighter shotgun butt.
[EDIT:] Ouch! Those Nitro 500 rifles are spendy!
Thank you for your indulgence,
BassCliff
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No it was not the rifle.Hi guys!
I was hoping you might.
Yep, I'm sure once would be enough for me. That guy is an animal (ox?) !!
He certainly is a character. However, I am not privy to his familial lineage.
It was good for a chuckle. But now I'm really interested in a Nitro 500 rifle. Wasn't that the firearm in the movie "Quigley Down Under"?
Thank you for your indulgence,
BassCliff
I see you found out ahead of my posting.
BassCliff
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Kodiak Cowboy
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I thought Quigley called it a 45 120 sharps? Anyhow. I really want one of those 500 Nitro Circus Pistols too! I I'm in serious need of a new boat anchor!
Hi,
I had to look it up. From: http://www.imfdb.org/wiki/Quigley_Down_Under
"Shiloh Sharps 1874 Long Range Rifle
Matthew Quigley (Tom Selleck) uses a Shiloh Sharps 1874 Long Range rifle with a 34" barrel (4"s longer than a standard 30" barrel) converted to fire a .45-110 metallic cartridge with a 540 grain paper-patch bullet. It has double set triggers, and is fitted with a ladder-elevated Vernier peep sight and a Globe front sight. He is an incredible sharpshooter with this rifle and often makes use of the double set triggers for more accurate shots. Sometimes he shoots from so far away, the report of the rifle is heard 2-3 seconds after the impact of the bullet (Even though sound catches up with supersonic rounds after 300-400 yards). Several times in the film the gun is shown capable of sending people airborne (some even completely flipped in mid-air!), as movie rules states a big gun must send bad guys flying. Additionally there is some excellent gun dialogue, seldom seen in most movies, in which Quigley describes his rifle to Marston."
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Uberti Sharps 1874 Long Range with 34" barrel, fitted with Vernier sight. The film credits the actual rifle used as being manufactured by Shiloh Rifle Mfg., Big Timber, MT. Differences between that and the Uberti (pictured) can be seen in the photo - The tang sight windage adjustment is at the base on the Uberti while it is on the slider of the Shiloh's sight. The Shiloh has a patch box in the stock which the Uberti does not, and the Shiloh has the curved military butt plate compared to the Uberti's straighter shotgun butt.
[EDIT:] Ouch! Those Nitro 500 rifles are spendy!
Thank you for your indulgence,
BassCliff
Keystone19250
SAINT
Video from Kentucky Ballistic not funny as far as I’m concerned but that’s just me, what does using a chain saw to cut up a table have to do with guns???
Totally awesome pistol but not something I would spend my money on.
Quigley Down Under; great movie!!
Awesome rifle.
Totally awesome pistol but not something I would spend my money on.
Quigley Down Under; great movie!!
Awesome rifle.
Kodiak Cowboy
Custom
I'm not exactly sure its what I would call an Awesome pistol! I mean that's a matter of opinion. Don't get me wrong Keystone I respect your opinion. Always have. My opinion is its absolutely impractical! Extremely uncomfortable to fire! Expensive to fire! How much time ya got? I could go on and on. The 500 Nitro is strictly a Dangerous Game cartridge. Who in their right mind hunts Dangerous Game with a pistol? I mean if that guys Hobbie is taking cartridges designed for a specific platform, type of hunting, or purpose. Then chambers a complete opposite platform for that cartridge. He must have a lot of spare time! You couldn't give me that hand held anti aircraft gun! I do think it would make an awesome boat anchor though, but I think I may have already mentioned that! 
All strictly my opinion boys! Shoot fun, shoot safe, and shoot straight! Just don't shoot a pistol chambered in 500 Nitro Circus!
All strictly my opinion boys! Shoot fun, shoot safe, and shoot straight! Just don't shoot a pistol chambered in 500 Nitro Circus!
BassCliff
Professional
Hi,
Oh sure. I agree his schtick is not for everyone. I hope he cleaned up that mess when he was done. Sometimes that over-the-top ridiculousness will tickle my funny bone. The chainsaw on the table did seem out of place. Perhaps I should be a script consultant for Scott.
I thought the pistol quite interesting, hence the share. But nothing "Nitro 500" would ever fit into my firearm budget. I wish. It would be fun! I also enjoyed the "Quigley" movie. I think I'll watch it again tonight. It's been a while.
Thank you for your indulgence,
BassCliff
Oh sure. I agree his schtick is not for everyone. I hope he cleaned up that mess when he was done. Sometimes that over-the-top ridiculousness will tickle my funny bone. The chainsaw on the table did seem out of place. Perhaps I should be a script consultant for Scott.
I thought the pistol quite interesting, hence the share. But nothing "Nitro 500" would ever fit into my firearm budget. I wish. It would be fun! I also enjoyed the "Quigley" movie. I think I'll watch it again tonight. It's been a while.
Thank you for your indulgence,
BassCliff
BassCliff
Professional
Hi,
I concur. I just found it so odd and interesting.
The Nitro 500 pistol is not practical at all. It's even overkill for wild boar. If it breaks your hand to shoot it then you probably shouldn't shoot it....much. Still, if somebody gave me one, or maybe sold it to me for five bills, I'd take it. (Like that's gonna happen.)
I appreciate all of you taking part in my ridiculous fantasy. I like the discussion. You're a good lot.
Be kind, act justly, love mercy, walk humbly with God, fear not, stay free.
Thank you for your indulgence,
BassCliff
I'm not exactly sure its what I would call an Awesome pistol! I mean that's a matter of opinion. Don't get me wrong Keystone I respect your opinion. Always have. My opinion is its absolutely impractical! Extremely uncomfortable to fire! Expensive to fire! How much time ya got? I could go on and on. The 500 Nitro is strictly a Dangerous Game cartridge. Who in their right mind hunts Dangerous Game with a pistol? I mean if that guys Hobbie is taking cartridges designed for a specific platform, type of hunting, or purpose. Then chambers a complete opposite platform for that cartridge. He must have a lot of spare time! You couldn't give me that hand held anti aircraft gun! I do think it would make an awesome boat anchor though, but I think I may have already mentioned that!
I concur.
I just found it so odd and interesting.The Nitro 500 pistol is not practical at all. It's even overkill for wild boar. If it breaks your hand to shoot it then you probably shouldn't shoot it....much. Still, if somebody gave me one, or maybe sold it to me for five bills, I'd take it. (Like that's gonna happen.)
I appreciate all of you taking part in my ridiculous fantasy. I like the discussion. You're a good lot.
Be kind, act justly, love mercy, walk humbly with God, fear not, stay free.
Thank you for your indulgence,
BassCliff
T_Cactus
Operator
I think it is entertainment and that’s all it is ,,,,,cutting up the table with a chainsaw is out of my realm, especially when the chain went wizzing thru the steel frame!
It’s all schtick, and I can appreciate that
And hey, I grew up watching the Three Stooges, as in my formative years! So I have a highly refined sense of humor.. woowoowoowoowoo!!
Kodiak Cowboy
Custom
Agreed! Simply entertainment! Like I said earlier. It's not a 500 Nitro Express. It's his distant cousin! The 500 Nitro Circus !