From the article: Ruger "Old Model" Blackhawk Single Action Revolver
Ever used a Ruger Old Model Blackhawk? Here's your opportunity tell us what you think of it. Customized? Reliable? Accurate? Love it or hate it? Let us know! Do not ask a question or expect a reply! I cannot reply to you here. Please post in the forum if you have a question. Tell us About it
My Blackhawk is Like an Old Friend
- I bought my Blackhawk when i was 15 years old. It was new and nice-looking. It was used for target shooting until I was old enough to legally carry it. Then I carried it for hunting and on my sercurity job for years. Nowadays it's used for home defense and teaching my children proper gun handling and safety. I own several other handguns, but none are better in my eyes. For the last 36 years, this gun and I have worked together well. I even sold it once and realized my mistake and went and bought it again. Found out you don't sell a friend. When I die I want this gun buried with me.
- —fatboyz61
My old style Blackhawk
- I really love this weapon. I have fired 357, 38 spl., 9mm, and shot shells (for snakes). It handles them all well. Recoil is moderate. Love the wood grips. Originally, was able to trade a Mossberg 12 ga. for this, complete with holster and belt with cartridge loops. I considered it a good trade.
- —Guest Frank Weldon
Old vs. New
- You failed to mention that they screwed up the New Model by increasing the frame size. The old was much better.
- —Guest FRANK BUCKLEY
357 Magnum - Don't Quick-Draw!
- While trying some quick-draw, I thumbed the hammer back and the first click (safe) second click (neutral) is as far as I got, I didn't manage the third click or (ready to fire). So being in a hurry to try it again, I grabbed the hammer and started to squeeze the trigger at the same time trying to holster my revolver and then it happened - my thumb slipped off the hammer and it slammed down on the 357 Magnum cartridge. I froze - looked down and saw the barrel pointing straight at the calf of my right leg!!! I took the cartridge out of the gun and saw the primer was dimpled. Talk about dodging a bullet - I literally did just that - I prayed to God and thanked Him for sparing me in my time of adolescent stupidity, and I made Him a promise to never "quick-draw" ever again - and I NEVER HAVE SINCE.
- —Guest Repeat Pete
Stainless Steel
- I bought my stainless Blackhawk 44 Mag in 1986 at the Post Exchange at Fort Richardson, Alaska. It was my 'bear' gun. Luckily, I never had the opportunity to try it out on a bear. But I did carry it and it seems to have helped, it was my security blanket. Later I was told that a bear would have taken it away from me and made me eat it. It is an accurate and very durable sidearm. It had virtually no slack to squeeze. It did its work in heavy ice-cold rain, heavy snow and ice, on hot summer days. I use it to shoot extremely large flounders and scare away stalking creatures in the night. It is a bit large for use here in the lower 48, though. Definitely not a concealed carry firearm. It will stop most (if not all) determined aggressors. It has a slight kick, but nothing to get concerned about.
- —DHPatrick
I Was About to Sell
- My gun was worth much more than I knew, I would like to know more about which type I have.
- —Guest jerry s danner
Ruger Single Action Revolvers
- They are strong and usually accurate. I have had the .30, 357/9mm, 41, and 45 convertible models and all were excellent shooters except the 30 carbine. I was never big on single-action revolvers, but these were rugged and for the most part accurate... with the convertibles being so-so. I'd give good money to have the 41 mag back.
- —Guest douglas2712
Blackhawk 357 mag.
- I bought my first Ruger Blackhawk in 1967 when I was discharged from the service, and I love it 'til this day. I use it at the range and it is still like new. I built a carry box for it and would not trade it or sell it for anything. You can not beat it.
- —Guest Steve DiGaetano
4 Digit Flat Top
- I inherited a .357 Blackhawk a few years back. Excellent handling and shooting, but the finish is poor. Very tight gun, very accurate (thumb sized groups at 50'). Will I devalue the gun if it is professionally refinished? I don't plan to ever sell it, as it will be passed down AMD. I want to preserve it and its value. Any advice is appreciated.
- —Guest Greg Smith
Owned a New Model Blackhawk Since 1974
- I have had my Blackhawk since 1974. It is the new style but I have used it for target and hunting. The only thing that has troubled me is my rear site blade has fallen out during a bear hunt.
- —Guest david markus
41 rem. mag.
- I have an old 1969 or 70 Ruger in 41 Mag. You forgot to mention this caliber. Lots of gun, but the eyes are getting old and I need a scope base. Any recommendations? [Edit: You're right - I added the 41 Mag to the lineup. The only revolver scope base I have is a B-Square base on a Dan Wesson 44 Magnum. It works. Make sure you get a good scope. The Leupold on my gun has held up very well.]
- —Guest ed Scaf
ruger 357 mag
- Shoots straight and clean, no messing about. I have a old police chief's personal I'd like to try to fiqure out build date on serial.
- —Guest al Gale
Blackhawk
- The only old model (3 screw) Blackhawk I have is in .30 carbine caliber. The caliber is an "in-betweener" as it is not good for much. Too big for small game and too small as a defensive gun. The 3-screw model is fantastic as the trigger can be adjusted down to below 2 lbs. This results in great groups and Ruger Blackhawks are so strong that they can handle almost any hot handload. I rate the gun "A".
- —Guest patocazador
