Ruger Blackhawk question

[xacss15]

I'm considering a Ruger New Model Blackhawk in .41 Mag as a second gun while rifle hunting or personal protection while hiking. Anyone haveexperience with this handgun? I'd like to find out its reliability, durability and characteristics you likeand dislike. Thanks.

[JoeSmith]

I have a super blackhawk 44 7.5" barrel that I really like. I don't think you would ever come accross an unhappy owner. No disrespect to the .41 as it is an excellent round but you will find .44 mag ammo easier to find.

[salukipv1]

how about a .44 mag or .480 ruger? I've read that the .480 punches way more power than the .44, yet kicks less than the .454 casulli. I'm considering a .44 or .480 for down the road backup possibly.

[SunRiverMan]

I have one and it is one of my favorite revolvers. Mine shoots dead on at 25 yards right out of the box. Ruger sells a great holster too. .41 magnum is harder to get, but is my favorite handgun caliber. I use the Federal Fusion bullets and Buffalo Bore for the woods. I say go for it and you will be pleased. SRM out!



EDIT-The front sight is a fixed post. I found if you take 00 steel wool and remove the bluing it is quicker for target acquisition.

[HEAD0001]

I have a set of 41 Magnum dies in the classifieds. If you need them. Tom.

[okgobbler]

I have a .357 and my uncle has a .41 and we both very pleased.

[Rebel Hog]

I bought a.357 in 1967 and had to send it back cause of a Recall

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[jtb1967]

I had Blackhawk in 41 mag. It was a nice handgun, but for reasons others mentioned, I'd go with a 44 mag. given the choice. The 41 will do just about anything the 44 will, but ammo selection is limited.

[Pawildman]

I own two Blackhawks in .41 Mag. I also own a Super Blackhawk in .44 Mag. I far and above perfer shooting the .41 myself. Noticeably less recoil for one thing. I also feel if you can't stop something with the .41, the .44 isn't probably going to do much better. It is true that ammo is more readily available for the .44, but you need to ask yourself just how much ammo are you really going to need? If you intend to shoot a lot, regardless of caliber, then reloading would be the best way to go regardless of choice. JMO......

[retrieverman]

I have owned several Blackhawks in 357 and 44 but never 41, and I currently have a stainless 357 and love it. The only drawback that I can think of is weight.