Post by: scottcrb on March 01, 2014, 09:13:31 AM
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Post by: scottcrb on March 01, 2014, 11:46:08 AM
Post by: HighlandLofts on March 01, 2014, 01:21:09 PM
I bought an older 44mag Redhawk that I use for up in the Cascades, When target practicing up in Oso or the gravel pit in Darrington I'll carry my stainless GP100 - 357 six inch.
I switched from the blued Blackhawks to stainless, I have the 44mag Redhawk seven & a half inch, a 357mag Gp100 six inch, a 327 Federal mag GP100 four inch, A 357mag SP101 three inch, a 327 Federal mag SP101 three inch, A 327 Federal mag S&W 632 three inch, a 38+ P S&W642 stubby and a 357mag Rossi 971 with the muzzle compensator.
I'll never buy a blued revolver again, Stainless all the way. I do like the 44mag Redhawk a lot better then the Blackhawk. You might want to check out the 41 mag Redhawk, I'll be picking one up when I see one in stainless and have the extra funds.
Post by: HuntandFish on March 01, 2014, 01:33:53 PM
Good luck,
H&F
Post by: buck man on March 01, 2014, 04:16:52 PM
Post by: JackOfAllTrades on March 01, 2014, 04:34:00 PM
-Steve
Post by: scottcrb on March 01, 2014, 04:45:26 PM
Post by: Come Get Some on March 02, 2014, 07:35:22 AM
I have 3 SS Redhawks. they are great guns . More accurate than you can be. My son at 12 years old was hitting gallon milk jugs at 175 yds. I prefer the double action for hunting. But do not look past the Blackhawk Hunter in .44 mag. If you would like to look at them let me know. I have plenty of Ruger double and single actions. GP100, 4" and 6". SP101 in 3". Black hawk in 4".6".7" and 10". Redwawk in 7" and 9.5". hunter in 7". Let me know if you want to look at them. I took the sight and replaced it with a Rifle sight on my 9.5". It has a small front bead and a V with a white line at the rear. Very accurate. Way better than the facory sight.
Jim
Post by: scottcrb on March 02, 2014, 09:31:48 AM
Post by: yorketransport on March 02, 2014, 03:47:49 PM
For the Super Blackhawk I think that the 5.5" is the best balance. I've had a 7.5", 5.5", 4 5/8", and a 3.75" in 44 mag or 45 Colt.
I say if you like the look of blued steel and wood then go for it. Stainless is more durable, but blued steel will last a life time if you take care of it.
Andrew
Post by: passing-thru on March 02, 2014, 04:13:45 PM
Post by: jdb on March 02, 2014, 04:36:51 PM
I think a great pack gun would be a 4 5/8" barrel Blackhawk in 45colt. (a 45colt from a Ruger can be loaded to have more energy than a 44mag)i agree. Plus it only weighs 36 oz. the redhawks are nice but weigh a ton. I think the double action/ action bebate is moot on a big bore.
-Steve
Post by: Bigshooter on March 02, 2014, 04:43:55 PM
I think a great pack gun would be a 4 5/8" barrel Blackhawk in 45colt. (a 45colt from a Ruger can be loaded to have more energy than a 44mag)i agree. Plus it only weighs 36 oz. the redhawks are nice but weigh a ton. I think the double action/ action bebate is moot on a big bore.
-Steve
I agree the redhawks are like a boat anchor I do not enjoy packing them.
If you want a light packing ruger get a flattop in 44 special or 45colt. Or if you want to spend the money get an orginal flattop in 44mag.
Post by: JackOfAllTrades on March 02, 2014, 04:55:09 PM
-Steve
Post by: Bigshooter on March 02, 2014, 05:02:25 PM
Don't be fooled by a lighter weaker frame Vaquero model of any brand to load warm or even factory hunting/bear/defense loads. They will not hold up to what the Super Blackhawk can handle.
-Steve
The flattop has a smaller frame than the standard blackhawk, not weaker. But I would stay away from the Vaquero.
Post by: jdb on March 02, 2014, 05:10:59 PM
Post by: scottcrb on March 02, 2014, 05:22:03 PM
Post by: yorketransport on March 02, 2014, 05:32:17 PM
The 5" version is hard to find. I wish I still had mine.
Post by: scottcrb on March 02, 2014, 05:35:43 PM
They made a 4" Redhawk just a few years ago. I guess the must have discontinued it recently. :dunno:That's what I'm.finding out gotta keep looking .
The 5" version is hard to find. I wish I still had mine.
Post by: jasnt on March 02, 2014, 05:45:38 PM
My only complaint is the texture of the uncle mikes is very loud! Durable holster but loud! I'd say you will have to decide which way is best for you. Start packing it and you'll soon know what's working and what's not.
Post by: mountainman on March 02, 2014, 08:35:32 PM
Post by: splitshot on March 02, 2014, 08:53:58 PM
price will save you. I just bought 2 judges on this site for $400. don't know if they come in any thing longer than 3 inches. thanks, mike w
Post by: kerrdog on March 03, 2014, 07:36:56 AM
I end up carrying my S&W 681 .357 because my Ruger Blackhawk .44mag (7.5) is too much to carry around. But I'll take it to Alaska if that opportunity comes again.
Post by: buglebrush on March 04, 2014, 10:52:18 AM
From.the sounds of it I'm guessing they.used to make the redhawk in other barrel.lengths than 7.5 and 9.5 which.is good ill.have to.look for a used super rehawk in 5.5 stainless. I don't load my own ammo so ill probably stick with .44 mag because of it being easy to find over loading a .41mag or.45 lc .if anyone has a used 5.5 redhawk in stainless let me know .what holsters do u guys like for backcountry carry? Western ,shoulder ,hip etc?
Yes I have the Redhawk in 5.5". Another great one is the smith & Wesson .44 mag in stainless.
Post by: mossback91 on March 04, 2014, 11:04:48 AM