The Development Process of the Model 89 Take Down

20 Sep The Development Process of the Model 89 Take Down

At Big Horn Armory, we’ve always strived to push the boundaries of
craftsmanship and innovation, and our latest release, the Model 89 Take Down, is
no exception. Inspired by our customer demand and our long-held desire to create
what we consider the ultimate guide gun, the Model 89 Take Down brings together
compactness, power, and durability in a way that pays homage to the past while
utilizing modern materials and techniques.

The roots of this project trace back to the genius of John Moses Browning and his
1905 patent. As Greg Buchel, Founder of Big Horn Armory, explains,
“Browning’s 1905 patent, which eventually evolved into the Stevens take down
12-gauge, was the only design we found stout enough to handle the immense
pressure of the .500 S&W cartridge. The simplicity and the increased bearing
surface area of the spline approach, compared to interrupted thread designs, offered
the strength we needed.” With this foundation, we set out to modernize Browning’s
vision for the modern shooter.

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