Previous custom pistolsmith located in Hagerman, New Mexico. Howdah pistols were distributed by J & G Sales located in Prescott, AZ.
Ammunition for Jurras pistols was manufactured by Robert Davis, Jr. located in Athens, TN.
Lee Jurras was the founder and president of Super Vel Cartridge Corporation. Mr. Jurras also made custom AutoMags (see AutoMag section). He established the Outstanding American Handgunner Awards, and was a pioneer of the first metallic silhouette shooting matches.
Lee Jurras was the founder and president of Super Vel Cartridge Corporation. Mr. Jurras also made custom AutoMags (see AutoMag section). He established the Outstanding American Handgunner Awards, and was a pioneer of the first metallic silhouette shooting matches.
JURRAS, LEE E. Models
most common in .375, .416, .460, .475, .500, or .577 Jurras cals., action based on Thompson/Center Contender receiver, 12 in. bull barrel, satin nickel, nickel, or blue finish, adj. rear sight, ebony, mesquite, or walnut stocks, special order serial number range from 001-100, limited mfg. (100).
.375 Jurras or .460 Jurras cals. standard, deluxe Claro walnut stock and forearm.