Ruger New Model Blackhawk Buckeye Sports Exclusive Convertible, 10mm Auto/.38-40 Winchester, Blued, 6.5 inch Barrel, 6-Shot
This Ruger New Model Blackhawk is the Buckeye Sports distributor-exclusive convertible from circa 1989–1990. It includes dual-cylinder capability in 10mm Auto and .38-40 Winchester, features a 6.5 inch barrel, and carries distinctive Buckeye branding with gold-accented cylinder markings. Production was limited to approximately 5,000–6,199 units, making this a notable example of a scarce, factory-supported caliber pairing.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The cross pin for the hammer walks out the left-hand side of the gun when cocked repeatedly. The roll marks appear to have been filled in with gold paint. Light signs of wear and handling are present. Some surface scratches are visible.
What's Included
- .38-40 Winchester spare cylinder (fluted, caliber roll-marked with gold band)
Built on Ruger’s blued alloy-steel frame with a steel XR3-RED pattern grip frame, this single-action revolver maintains the classic Blackhawk profile with a durable, high-polish blue finish. Smooth wood grips with Ruger medallions complete the traditional look and feel.
The Buckeye Sports edition stands out with a Buckeye leaf/logo on the topstrap and fluted cylinders roll-marked for their respective calibers. The cylinder markings are highlighted with gold bands, aligning with the distributor-exclusive theme.
Factory convertible design offers both 10mm Auto and .38-40 Winchester use. The 10mm Auto cylinder headspaces on the case mouth and does not require moon clips, adding practical versatility to the platform.
Sighting is handled by a ramped front blade and a fully adjustable rear, paired with a 6.5 inch barrel for a clear sight picture and steady handling. Capacity is six rounds, with the New Model transfer-bar safety system.
Cataloged as model 06110 (S-3840), this revolver was made in the United States and reflects a short-run, late-1980s/1990 limited offering associated with the Buckeye Sports series.