Description
The EAA Bounty Hunter 44 Mag Nickel pairs a bright nickel finish with the long 7.5-inch barrel and six-shot cylinder of a traditional frontier single action. Built in Germany by Weihrauch and imported by EAA, it delivers 44 Magnum power with a look that stands out in any collection.
EAA Bounty Hunter 44 Mag Nickel Overview
Hermann Weihrauch has built firearms and air guns in Mellrichstadt, Germany since 1899, and the Bounty Hunter is its take on the classic Western single action. This version has a steel frame, a nickel finish over the frame, barrel and cylinder, and walnut grips that contrast with the bright metal. EAA lists the 7.5-inch model at 12.7 inches overall and about 2.6 pounds. Sights are traditional and fixed, with a blade up front and a groove along the topstrap.
Nickel Versus Blued
The nickel plating resists rust and fingerprints better than blued steel, which makes it practical for a revolver that will be handled often or carried in damp weather. It also photographs beautifully and catches light at the range. The trade-off is glare: a shiny finish can reflect sunlight in a hunting stand, and nickel can chip if the gun is dropped on hard surfaces. Wipe it with a soft cloth and a light oil after each outing.
Power and Practice
The 44 Magnum has the energy for deer and hogs at reasonable distances with a well-constructed bullet. For everyday practice, 44 Special ammunition fits and fires safely in this revolver, with much less recoil and noise, and it costs less too. Use quality hearing protection with either load, because a magnum revolver is very loud.
Single Action Handling
Each shot requires cocking the hammer, and the cylinder loads through a gate on the right side, one chamber at a time. Spent cases come out with the ejector rod under the barrel. The plow-handle grip rolls in the hand under recoil, which spreads the force and makes even stout loads manageable for experienced shooters.
On the Range and in Competition
Long-barreled single actions are popular in Western-themed shooting, but note that cowboy action matches typically limit competitors to lead bullets at modest velocities, and many clubs have specific rules for calibers and finishes. Check your club rules before you enter a match with this revolver.
Honest Trade-Offs
Fixed sights mean point of impact depends on the load you choose, so test a few brands to find one that hits where you aim. The 7.5-inch barrel is long for holster carry. Grips and holsters for Weihrauch frames are less common than for domestic single actions, though many Colt-pattern holsters fit.
State Laws and Ownership
Six rounds is compliant with every state capacity limit, but this revolver is not on the California handgun roster and may face roster or permit requirements in Massachusetts and New York. Handgun hunting rules on caliber and barrel length vary by state. Pennsylvania buyers complete the transfer at a licensed dealer with the standard background check. Check your local rules before ordering.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Weihrauch (imported by EAA Corp)
- Model: Bounty Hunter, MFG #770086
- Caliber: 44 Magnum (also fires 44 Special)
- Action: Single action
- Barrel: 7.5 in.
- Overall length: 12.7 in.
- Weight: 2.6 lbs
- Capacity: 6
- Frame: Steel
- Finish: Nickel
- Grips: Walnut
- Sights: Fixed
- UPC: 741566103414
Before You Buy
Federal law requires handgun buyers to be at least 21 years old to purchase from a licensed dealer, and the revolver ships to your local FFL for transfer and background check. Fire only 44 Magnum or 44 Special ammunition in this revolver.
Who It Is For
The EAA Bounty Hunter 44 Mag Nickel is a great fit for collectors who want a striking nickel six-shooter, single action shooters who value low-maintenance finishes, and handgun hunters drawn to classic Western styling.
Buy the EAA Bounty Hunter 44 Mag Nickel at MAG5 Firearms
MAG5 Firearms is a family-owned FFL in Collegeville, Pennsylvania. Order the EAA Bounty Hunter 44 Mag Nickel online and ship it to your local FFL dealer, or browse our full selection of firearms for more revolvers. For factory details, visit EAA Corp.
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