The Frontier Sixshooter Community Message Board - I want a 32-20

I want a 32-20 (reply)

Remington40x — Tue, 14 May 2013 15:28:56 +0000

I scratched that itch recently with a Smith & Wesson K-frame. Because I'm a pack rat, I had a Wondersight to mount on it. Now I want a rifle (local toy store has a Marlin .32-20 in pretty nice condition, but with the hated safety). If I had the money, I'd buy the FA97. And I'm thinking about a .32-20 barrel for my Contender. I do think the cartridge is addictive.

For a rifle, I'd pick a Browning Model 53, and for a handgun (reply)

JD — Mon, 13 May 2013 19:45:15 +0000

For a handgun, I'd go for a Ruger Buckeye Blackhawk in 32-20, with the spare 32 Mag cylinder. They usually shoot really well (Mine does....) and are very versatile. A little heavy but still a great gun.

If you want the classiest rifle, I think it's the Browning Model 53.... Just beautiful.... I also have a Savage 23B in 32-20... A bit strange looking as it is a bolt gun, but they are truely amazing in the accuracy department and will probably out shoot any other 32-20 that you'll ever find. Last but not least are the Remington Model 25 pumps in 32-20. I have a Model 25R factory carbine in 32-20.... It is smaller and lighter than most 22 rifles and is hard to beat as a woods bumming rifle..

Oh, the endless possibilities....

I bet it shoots better than my old S&W! (reply)

Hobie — Sun, 12 May 2013 15:45:46 +0000

Pardon me while I wipe up the drool on my desk top...

If you have to have a revolver, I understand (reply)

FOG — Sun, 12 May 2013 12:45:00 +0000

In that case, if I was 'stuck' on a DA, I'd probably get a Colt O-frame (aka, '.41' frame).

All things being 'equal' − which, of course, they are not − it might afford a bit more strength than a prewar Smith & Wesson K-frame.

It might also turn out to be cheaper; S&Ws seem to be getting the lion's share of collector attention these days.

In any case, I suppose you saw this one, and it still has a ways to go, but the high bid is still pretty low at the moment...

Colt Army Special .32.20 Win. 5" @ GunBroker

Of course, it probably won't 'last', but HTH nonetheless...

Given a .32 Mag Single-Six, I'd get a rifle in .32/20 (reply)

FOG — Sun, 12 May 2013 08:53:59 +0000

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I realize it can loaded down, but I always thought of the .32/20 as almost a 'magnum' cartridge, or at least a 'high-performance' one.

Since the pickin's are pretty slim these days when it comes to heavy-duty .32/20 sixguns, if I was mainly intent upon playing with the caliber and getting a good all-around introduction to it at the same time, I'd probably get a rifle.

My personal favorite among modern rifles is the Browning 53 lever action, which do show up pretty often, but aren't exactly inexpensive.

If I was out for a bargain, I'm not sure there are many to be found in .32/20. The caliber seems to create its own 'buzz', and this is usually reflected in the going prices (or those they are driven to via auction).

Also, while I would usually 'vote' S&W, this is one case I probably wouldn't. The prewar guns are great, but a nice one will cost quite a bit, and the K-frame does not constitute 'heavy-duty', not even in .32/20. Regardless of condition (within reason, of course), an M&P in that caliber would have to be treated fairly gently in terms of loads, which in turn would not begin to tap the potential of the cartridge.

Like I said, I'd get a rifle. HTH

Bowen is building me a K32... (reply)

Boge Quinn — Sun, 12 May 2013 01:53:16 +0000

...6" barrel, 32/20 / 327 Federal dual-cylinder on an old K38. Taking his time, though!

Look for a Smith and Wesson then. Ben Forkin had one (reply)

Fermin Garza — Sun, 12 May 2013 01:01:39 +0000

we were shooting in Raton that was death on long range steel....

I want a 32-20 (reply)

Cherokee — Sun, 12 May 2013 00:32:05 +0000

I really like the 32-20, here are a few:
Rifles by Marlin:

Ruger 30 Carbines with 32-20 Cylinders by Andy Horvath:

Ruger Buckeye:

I had an old Colt PP in 32-20 that was fun and accurate, but it slipped away. You have to be careful sizing the cases to not crush the mouth but its easy to load and usually accurate.

I saw an M&P in 32-20 at Bucky O'Neill's... (reply)

Rob Leahy — Sun, 12 May 2013 00:21:33 +0000

I can't recall if it is still there. 928-778-2400 They had a couple older SAAs last I looked.

S&W M&P is nice (reply)

Glen — Sun, 12 May 2013 00:09:21 +0000

I saw a Winchester 1873 come into a pawn shop today. (reply)

Andrew — Sat, 11 May 2013 22:07:12 +0000

It was a .32-20. Dude sold it for $400. Painful I didn't see him in the lot.

I knew someone was going to suggest a FA (reply)

woody — Sat, 11 May 2013 21:10:24 +0000

I would love to have a Freddom Arms and that is the first gun I thought of but I can't swing that right now. I wish Ruger made a mid size frame 32/20. I have a single six 32 H&R and love that gun.

I have a 1905 4th change that needs a bit of work. (reply)

Hobie — Sat, 11 May 2013 20:39:47 +0000

It has been shot enough that there is definite flame cutting of the top strap and the barrel is loose. On top of that it looks every bit like it has been rode hard and put up wet. I still like it. However, I think that Fermin is absolutely right. You can't beat an FA97. I'd spring for a cylinder in .327 Federal, .32 H&R and maybe even in .32 S&W Long. Yeah I would. Sure. That's the ticket...

Pretty tough to beat the FA97! (reply)

Fermin Garza — Sat, 11 May 2013 20:34:39 +0000

Here is mine, a 5.5" octagon.

I want a 32-20

woody — Sat, 11 May 2013 19:36:22 +0000

I've deceided I want a 32-20. For me it would be the perfect woods gun. At least this week. What are my options? I was thinking a DA revolver. Been checking out the S&W on gunbroker but wouldn't mind a single action either. I would also like to get a rifle at some point too.

One of the reasons for this is I inherited a ton of reloading stuff for the 32-20. Bullets,brass,dies, bullet molds etc. unfortunately I didn't inherit the gun too. Plus I have always like the round.

What are my options? What doe others have/use? Thanks.