Ruger New Model Super Blackhawk .44 Mag Single-Action Revolver, 7.5 in Barrel, Blued, Adjustable Sights (1970s)
This Ruger New Model Super Blackhawk is a full-size, single-action .44 Mag revolver with a reported 7.5 in barrel and a six-shot cylinder. It features a blued finish, iron sights with a ramp front and adjustable rear, and Ruger-marked two-piece wood grips. Markings include the right-side frame rollmark "RUGER® .44 MAGNUM CAL. NEW MODEL SUPER BLACKHAWK®" and the left-side barrel address "STURM, RUGER & CO., INC. SOUTHPORT, CONN.
U.S.A."
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The revolver shows signs of wear and handling, including scratches, blemishes, and areas of finish loss.
What’s Included
- Leather holster (strap retention with snap)
Built on Ruger’s New Model action, this Super Blackhawk includes a transfer bar mechanism and a loading gate interlock. It also has a single-action-style external hammer and a loading gate for cylinder access.
This example is marked with an 81-prefix serial number, and the early 81-prefix range corresponds approximately to 1974 shipment per Ruger serial reference tables. It is identified as a 1970s-era revolver and is listed as made in the USA.
Configuration details include an ejector-rod housing along the underside/right side of the barrel and the square-back "Dragoon"-style trigger guard profile. Sighting is traditional iron sights, with a ramp-type front sight paired with an adjustable rear sight.
Chambering is .44 Magnum, and manufacturer notes indicate that .44 Magnum New Model Super Blackhawk revolvers also accept factory .44 Special cartridges. Capacity is listed at 6 rounds.