Ruger Blackhawk
Opinions/Experiences with the Ruger Blackhawk .357/9mm combo?

I was considering purchasing one of these convertible models from Ruger - probably the 6.5" barrel length. The gun will be mainly a plinking and fun gun, not anything for HD or even hunting, as I have many other guns that fit those roles better, but I wanted to hear from people who have experience with these guns.

From my understanding, the .357 Magnum and .38 Special both use a .357 inch diameter bullet, while the 9mm Luger uses a .356 (.355 according to some sources) diameter bullet. I've heard conflicting stories regarding the accuracy of the 9mm through the same bore - some say they've had abyssmal accuracy with the 9mm, while others claim it's more accurate than the .357/.38s they shoot out of the same gun.

I owned one of these convertibles back in 1979-80, it too had a 6.5" barrel.

My thoughts had been to use cheap 9 mmP ball ammo for plinking and Magnum ammo for more serious use.

In honesty, I don't remember shooting much 9 mmP ammo or the accuracy it produced.

I do remember that the .357's turned out acceptable but not outstanding accuracy.

What I mainly remember is the cumbersome nature of the pistol. A 6.5" or 7.5" revolver might have been just dandy for a horseman, but it is downright unhandy when transport is behind the wheel of an auto rather than in the saddle. IIRC, I kept it about six months or a year before selling it to a friend.

If I were going to get another convertible, whether .357 Mag/ 9 mmP or .45 Long Colt / ACP (preferred), I'd opt for one with a shorter barrel (a 5.5" or preferably a 4.75") for easier carry in a belt holster.

Doc Hudson

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how much is a sturm ruger super blackhawk 44 magnum 7.5in barrel 3 screw revolover in excellent cond. worth?

SUPER BLACKHAWK
- .44 Mag. cal., 6 1/2 (rare) or 7 1/2 in. barrel, larger grip frame and square back triggerguard, unfluted cylinder, adj. sights, walnut grips. Mfg. 1959-72.

Grading 98% $550, 95% $450
For original two-piece black and red S47 box, add $110.
Note: The following Rugers are known as "Old Models" (mfg. 1953-early 1973) and are instantly recognized by the three screws through the frame and the four clicks emitted upon cocking. They are now actively sought by collectors and some shooters who desire the smoother operation they afford.
Due to the Ruger Company's safety conversion program, many old model single action revolvers may be found without their original lockwork. If these original parts are not included with the revolver, deduct $85 for any Single-Six model, $110 for any Blackhawk model and $140 for the Super Blackhawk model.

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