EAA Bounty Hunter

[aghauler]

Anyone have one of these and what is your opinion?

https://www.cdnnsports.com/eaa-bounty-hunter-22lr-22wmr-convertible-revolver.html#.WPq0dY32a00

Found info but can't find the Delete button for this thread what the heck happened to it?

[billt]

I have one, but mine is the steel frame 10 shot model that comes with the extra cylinder in .22 Magnum. The 6 and 8 shot models are alloy framed. The steel framed 10 shot is based on the full sized .45 Colt Bounty Hunter frame. It costs more, but is a much more substantial revolver. It weighs in the mid 40 ounce range.

I'm not saying the alloy framed guns are "bad". But in some states that have "Melt Laws", they cannot be sold. These laws prohibit the sale of weapons that have a frame which will melt or soften sufficiently at 1,000 F degrees temperature or less. (The temp itself varies from state to state). I'm not sure about California, so I would check.

I'm very happy with mine. The action is very smooth, and while it is similar to the "multi click" Colt design, it can be safely carried with all 10 chambers loaded because it has a transfer bar system similar to Ruger's. The finish and bluing is excellent, and the gun loads and unloads effortlessly. Mine shoots point of aim. I've heard some guns will print very high, requiring filing of the front sight. But I didn't have that problem.

If you want a lower cost, all steel framed gun, Cabela's sells the Pietta all steel rimfire. It is also a 10 shot, but it doesn't come with a .22 Magnum cylinder. It is just another option for you to consider depending on your budget. If you don't live near a Cabela's, perhaps a local shop in your area can order one for you.

http://www.cabelas.com/product/Pietta-Model-Single-Action-Revolver/1535116.uts?searchPath=%2Fbrowse.cmd%3FcategoryId%3D734095080%26CQ_search%3Dpietta%2Brimfire%2Brevolver

[aghauler]

I have one, but mine is the steel frame 10 shot model that comes with the extra cylinder in .22 Magnum. The 6 and 8 shot models are alloy framed. The steel framed 10 shot is based on the full sized .45 Colt Bounty Hunter frame. It costs more, but is a much more substantial revolver. It weighs in the mid 40 ounce range.

I'm not saying the alloy framed guns are "bad". But in some states that have "Melt Laws", they cannot be sold. These laws prohibit the sale of weapons that have a frame which will melt or soften sufficiently at 1,000 F degrees temperature or less. (The temp itself varies from state to state). I'm not sure about California, so I would check.

I'm very happy with mine. The action is very smooth, and while it is similar to the "multi click" Colt design, it can be safely carried with all 10 chambers loaded because it has a transfer bar system similar to Ruger's. The finish and bluing is excellent, and the gun loads and unloads effortlessly. Mine shoots point of aim. I've heard some guns will print very high, requiring filing of the front sight. But I didn't have that problem.

If you want a lower cost, all steel framed gun, Cabela's sells the Pietta all steel rimfire. It is also a 10 shot, but it doesn't come with a .22 Magnum cylinder. It is just another option for you to consider depending on your budget. If you don't live near a Cabela's, perhaps a local shop in your area can order one for you.

http://www.cabelas.com/product/Pietta-Model-Single-Action-Revolver/1535116.uts?searchPath=%2Fbrowse.cmd%3FcategoryId%3D734095080%26CQ_search%3Dpietta%2Brimfire%2Brevolver

Thanks for the review and photos (nice looking pistol), now that I'm in ABQ, NM I'll be looking to buy some things once I get my NM state DL.
CA doesn't have a melting point law.....yet, went through that with KY Imports and a Birdshead grip Heritage Arms Rough Rider and a Phoenix Arms HP 22A, I had to do all the research and footwork for them! At least got a free Tee shirt from Phoenix arms for my efforts!

[newbie1234]

What shop carry Bounty Hunter in LA/OC area ?

[RawHP]

But in some states that have "Melt Laws", they cannot be sold. These laws prohibit the sale of weapons that have a frame which will melt or soften sufficiently at 1,000 F degrees temperature or less. (The temp itself varies from state to state). I'm not sure about California, so I would check.

Does this apply to pistols too? Glocks are legal in California.

[aghauler]

Does this apply to pistols too? Glocks are legal in California.

CA doesn't have a melting point law, only 4 or 5 states do, Kommiefornica isn't one of them.

[RawHP]

CA doesn't have a melting point law, only 4 or 5 states do, Kommiefornica isn't one of them.

Shhh! You're going to give someone ideas...

[aghauler]

Shhh! You're going to give someone ideas...

Well someone at K.Y. Imports and Heritage Arms already had the idea, I had to prove them wrong