What is it about a Ruger Blackhawk?

[IUOE]

I want one.

Bad.

I can't really explain why, though. It's certainly not for its cutting-edge technology. That's not the appeal of a gun like this.

+1 except in .44

 

[warren5421]

Here is some to look at.

Ruger OM Blackhawk

FS: Ruger OM Super Blackhawk w/Brass Grip Frame

NM Stainless 45 Colt in 4 5/8........pics up! REDUCED!

 

[Pete]

I have one near the top of my list. They are great looking revolvers.

 

[Kirk Freeman]

I can't really explain why, though.

The horse operas. They made Ruger.

It's sort of a self-reinforcing nostalgia.

 

[Hohn]

Uh OH! Bisley Hunter Super Blackhawk at Gander in Greenwood. Overpriced there, of course, but wow is that a SWEET revolver. It's *perfect* for what I'd want in a revolver!

Gimme that gun and a messful of reloading supplies and I'll be happy for a long time.

 

[Fordtough25]

I love my 6 1/2" stainless Blackhawk in .357!! It's tough as can be, good looking, and dead accurate. Get one, you won't regret it!

 

[ru44mag]

My brother bought a Blackhawk in .357mag. For me I like my Blackhawks to be Supers. 44mag only for me. The 7.5" barrel was my first handgun. Bought it new for just over $200 in 1986 or 87. Shot 4 or 5 deer with it. The 5.5" barrel I had in time to take it elk hunting in Colorado in 1999. Shot the elk with .50 cal muzzleloader. But it sure was nice having a 44mag on my hip after seeing bear sign. It did take a grouse though. After seeing the puff of feathers, I thought I ruined it. When I picked it up...perfect shot. The head was barely attached, all the meat was good. lol. Great guns. 44 specials reloaded are great for plinking.

 

[skunkworks1]

if you don't like shooting a Blackhawk you don't like shooting.

 

[1911ly]

if you don't like shooting a Blackhawk you don't like shooting.

+1 I love them in 9, 38, 357 and 44s I shoot mine when ever I can! I need a 45c though.

 

[1911ly]

My brother bought a Blackhawk in .357mag. For me I like my Blackhawks to be Supers. 44mag only for me. The 7.5" barrel was my first handgun. Bought it new for just over $200 in 1986 or 87. Shot 4 or 5 deer with it. The 5.5" barrel I had in time to take it elk hunting in Colorado in 1999. Shot the elk with .50 cal muzzleloader. But it sure was nice having a 44mag on my hip after seeing bear sign. It did take a grouse though. After seeing the puff of feathers, I thought I ruined it. When I picked it up...perfect shot. The head was barely attached, all the meat was good. lol. Great guns. 44 specials reloaded are great for plinking.

I have the 44mag in a Super Redhawk with a 9 1/2 inch barrel. I love it! I know the Blackhawk is just as sweet!

 

[Hookeye]

Having grown up shooting a variety of Ruger SA's............I'm at a point like another posted, the only Ruger SA I'm interested is a SUPER Blackhawk.

And one with 3 screws. I've had one Old Model .44 and a couple New Models.

If wanting a strong .357 for hunting and target shooting, I'd get a Smith 686.

Blackhawks do nothing for me, and I hunted with an Old Model .357 for quite a few years.
Solid, shot great................but I'd rather have the Dragoon trigger guard and a 7.5" .44 mag SuperBlackhawk (do know that one can put Dragoon grip frames on New Model Blackhawks..........but not interested).

Just for kicks...........anybody know the locktime of a Ruger Blackhawk vs a Smith L frame? I don't, am just wondering.

 

[ru44mag]

Having grown up shooting a variety of Ruger SA's............I'm at a point like another posted, the only Ruger SA I'm interested is a SUPER Blackhawk.

And one with 3 screws. I've had one Old Model .44 and a couple New Models.

If wanting a strong .357 for hunting and target shooting, I'd get a Smith 686.

Blackhawks do nothing for me, and I hunted with an Old Model .357 for quite a few years.
Solid, shot great................but I'd rather have the Dragoon trigger guard and a 7.5" .44 mag SuperBlackhawk (do know that one can put Dragoon grip frames on New Model Blackhawks..........but not interested).

Just for kicks...........anybody know the locktime of a Ruger Blackhawk vs a Smith L frame? I don't, am just wondering.

Smith 686 would be great, my favorite .357 is my GP100 for the last 25 years.

 

[Black Cloud]

I have to admit, my Bisley .44Mag Ruger single is still my favorite gun to shoot and show off. I absolutely adore her.

 

[twcrensh]

i've recently bought a vaquero in .357 5.5" stainless and i absolutely cannot put it down. also if handloading with lead ammo it is cheap to shoot also.

 

[SERparacord]

i've recently bought a vaquero in .357 5.5" stainless and i absolutely cannot put it down. also if handloading with lead ammo it is cheap to shoot also.

I have the Vaquero Montado in .45 Colt, great shooter also.

 

[mainjet]

Here's my new model Blackhawk in .30 carbine.

It's a nice gun and has that old west feel to it.

 

[teddy12b]

Way back in the day I had a 7.5" super blackhawk 44mag. It was a good shooter when I did my part. I ended up selling it, but ever since I bought my puma 92 44mag I've been looking for a ruger super blackhawk that's stainless steel with the 5.5" barrel. Here lately though those are selling in the $550 on up range which seems pretty outragious. I remember when you could get on gunbroker and take your pick of all the used ruger 44mags for $400 or less.

 

[shotbyspike]

Way back in the day I had a 7.5" super blackhawk 44mag. It was a good shooter when I did my part. I ended up selling it, but ever since I bought my puma 92 44mag I've been looking for a ruger super blackhawk that's stainless steel with the 5.5" barrel. Here lately though those are selling in the $550 on up range which seems pretty outragious. I remember when you could get on gunbroker and take your pick of all the used ruger 44mags for $400 or less.

Yeah I've been looking around for one, surprised but what stores want for them. I expect the highway robbery for the 'tactical' stuff but a Blackhawk?

 

[walleyepw]

Got a 357 Blackhawk (3 screw) several years ago at an auction. The gun is no safe queen and has been used hard by the previous owner. But the gun still is a strong piece that is a joy to shoot.

 

[shotbyspike]

I do love mine.