Ruger New Model Blackhawk Convertible .45 Colt/.45 ACP, 5.5 in Blued Single-Action Revolver, 6-Shot (2017)
This Ruger New Model Blackhawk Convertible pairs classic single-action operation with factory dual-cylinder versatility in .45 Colt and .45 ACP. Built with blued alloy steel and a 5.5 in cold hammer-forged barrel, it features adjustable sights, robust safety systems, and 2017 production provenance under Ruger catalog BN-455X (mfg part number 0463).
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Details: This revolver shows light signs of wear and handling.
What's Included
- Ruger molded gray hard case
- Ruger New Model Blackhawk instruction manual
- Factory extra cylinder for convertible use (not installed)
This convertible Blackhawk (Model 0463, Catalog BN-455X) ships with two factory cylinders for .45 Colt and .45 ACP. The cylinders swap without tools, allowing straightforward caliber changes while retaining the revolver’s traditional gate-loaded, non-swing-out cylinder design.
The 5.50 in cold hammer-forged alloy steel barrel uses a 1:16 RH twist with six-groove rifling. Combined with the solid blued alloy steel frame, cylinder, and receiver, it provides a durable, cohesive build finished in a uniform blued color.
Sighting is handled by a ramped front blade and a fully adjustable square-notch rear. Operation is single-action with a 6-round capacity, supported by Ruger’s transfer-bar safety and a loading-gate interlock.
Overall length is 11.38 in with an approximate weight of 40 oz, balancing handiness with the feel of a full-size Blackhawk. Grips are black checkered hard rubber with Ruger eagle medallions. The observed 38- serial prefix aligns with .45-cal Blackhawks produced post-2013, matching the stated 2017 manufacture year and ongoing catalog presence (Limited Availability).