RE: Ruger Super Redhawk
Swampman, I can't really speak from experience about the Ruger .480.
From what I've seen from ballistics charts, the .480 should be a good hunting caliber. My guess as to why it has not caught on is that it is suffering the same fate as the great .41 magnum! There is probably not enough room for the .480 between the .44's and .454's, for it to gain a following. So, unless you are a reloader, finding ammo could be a problem!
The RSRH is a great gun, but if the price you quoted is for the gun only, you may not be missing a great bargain by passing on this one! I hope this is of some help to you, good luck!