Ruger New Model Super Blackhawk .44  Magnum 7 1/2” SA Revolver & Box 1974

Make: Sturm, Ruger & Co

Model: New Model Super Blackhawk

Serial Number: 81-14541 

Year of Manufacture:  1974

Caliber: .44 Magnum Cal.

Action Type: Single Action 6 Shot Revolver with Side Loading Gate

Barrel Length: 7 ½”  

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a ramped and serrated blade that is integral to a rectangular base, the rear sight is a fully adjustable square notch pinned and screwed to the top strap.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two piece checkered Herrett's Model RSB wood combat grips. The wood shows a couple minor compressions and scratches. The grips rate in about Excellent overall condition.

Type of Finish: Blue

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is bright, the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion, this bore rates a 10 out of 10.

Overall Condition: This pistol retains about 98% of its metal finish. There is a turn line through the finish on the cylinder. The metal shows some minor oxidization on the barrel.  The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this pistol rates in about Fine Plus condition.

Mechanics: The action functions Correctly. The cylinder locks with minimal play on each chamber. We did not fire this firearm. We have cleaned this firearm and performed a mechanic's check but expect many will want to clean the firearm again depending on their standards.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This revolver includes a black and red Ruger factory box and manual. The box shows moderate wear. 

Our Assessment: The Ruger New Model Super Blackhawk is a popular single-action revolver manufactured by Sturm, Ruger & Co. It is a modern variant of the iconic Ruger Blackhawk revolver, which has been in production since 1955. The New Model Super Blackhawk was introduced in 1973 and has gained a reputation for its ruggedness, reliability, and power. The Super Blackhawk features a classic Western-style design with a solid frame and a single-action mechanism. It has a distinctive, traditional appearance that appeals to fans of revolvers. It typically comes equipped with adjustable rear sights and a front blade sight. The adjustable sights allow for precise windage and elevation adjustments to suit individual shooting preferences. The Ruger Super Blackhawk in .44 Magnum is one of the most accurate big bore pistols for target shooting.

This early example was manufactured in the early 1974 and is in Great overall condition, showing light use. This 6 shot blued revolver has a 7 ½” barrel, all steel frame, and is chambered for .44  Magnum Cal. The Super Blackhawk is modernized compared to the Colt Single Action Army, in that it has adjustable sights instead of the Colt's fixed sights, and uses wire coil springs instead of the Colt's flat leaf springs. Bill Ruger chose coil springs due to their greater durability, saying that it solved one of the primary weaknesses of the Colt design. The New Model Super Blackhawk incorporates Ruger's transfer bar safety system. This system ensures that the revolver can only be fired when the trigger is deliberately pulled, enhancing safety. The Super Blackhawk is known for its robust construction, versatility and powerful performance, do not miss out on this well maintained Ruger Revolver. Please see our photos.

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