Ruger Redhawk 44 mag
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Ruger Redhawk 44 mag
Shot one of these when they first came out years ago and at the time I owned an S&W 629 .44. I felt the Ruger was stronger and managed to stay together in repeated firing unlike the 629 who's side plates came loose on a regular basis. I would like to get one with a shorter barrel for carry purposes,squirrel hunting and packing along on some big game hunts. One never hears anything good or bad about these I am assuming that is a good sign. If I do purchase one what kind of mod's should I expect to make . Thanks
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RE: Ruger Redhawk 44 mag
I can't say much bad about them. I have a Smith 44 also, and like you, the screws kept coming loose. I like it still. But my best buddies ruger shoots rings around it. It is a 8" barrel however. Cheaper than the smith also. I have been wanting to get one for years but can't justify it. So my plan was to get it in a casull. Now, MD doesn't sell them. Have to wait until I go back to Ky.
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RE: Ruger Redhawk 44 mag
Yep BC...never really dealt with a pistol other then the S&W 629 and a 686. Time to start carrying one. I am more concerned with stupid 2 legged animals then the more clever 4 legged variety.
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RE: Ruger Redhawk 44 mag
For the two legged critters, I still like my 40Cal Glock subcompact. Those 44's pull my draws down. And when I wear a shoulder rig, after a tough day of hunting, they really put a workout on my shoulders. Mostly because, the shoulder rigs connect to my pants and my draws are sliding down anyway.
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RE: Ruger Redhawk 44 mag
I have the redhawk in 7 1/2" barrel with a 2x Leupold. It took a little breaking in. I had it throated and all that. I worked the trigger myself. My best loads get about 2.5" groups at 50 yds. I like it alot but my super blackhawk shoots better and is lighter to carry.