Ruger New Model Blackhawk .357 Magnum, 4.62 in Barrel, 1976 Liberty Rollmark, Blued, 6-Shot
This 1976 New Model Blackhawk stands out for its bicentennial production with the top-barrel rollmark "MADE IN THE 200th YEAR OF AMERICAN LIBERTY." It is a full-size, single-action revolver in .357 Magnum with a polished blued finish, a 4.62 inch barrel, and a six-shot fluted cylinder. Factory adjustable sights and checkered hardwood grips with Ruger eagle medallions round out a configuration that is both collectible and practical.
Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent condition, showing only faint signs of any prior use or handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Lockup is tight and the action is smooth. Minor scratches and blemishes are present.
What’s Included
- Zipper case
Produced in 1976, this Liberty-marked New Model Blackhawk features the distinctive top-barrel rollmark "MADE IN THE 200th YEAR OF AMERICAN LIBERTY" and a Southport, Connecticut U.S.A. barrel address. These markings identify it as part of Ruger’s bicentennial-era production and add clear collector interest.
The revolver is chambered in .357 Magnum with a 4.62 inch barrel and a six-shot fluted cylinder. It uses adjustable iron sights, pairing a serrated ramp front blade with a fully adjustable square-notch rear for precise zeroing.
Construction details include a polished blued finish on the frame, cylinder, and receiver. The checkered hardwood grips with Ruger eagle medallions provide a classic look and a secure hold on this full-size single-action revolver.
As a New Model series gun, it incorporates Ruger’s transfer-bar safety system, allowing safe six-round carry. It was made in the United States and configured with the features shooters expect from the New Model Blackhawk platform.