Ruger Old Army Stainless .44 Black Powder Percussion Revolver, 7.5" KBP-7 (1982), Adjustable Sights, 6-Shot
This 1982 Ruger Old Army stands out as a stainless steel, modern cap-and-ball revolver with the KBP-7 catalog designation. Built on a robust, non-replica design derived from the Ruger Blackhawk, it features a 7.5" barrel, an unfluted six-shot cylinder marked 'FOR BLACK POWDER ONLY,' and fully adjustable iron sights. Its brushed stainless finish and walnut grips with Ruger eagle medallions give it a clean, purpose-built look backed by durable construction.
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: This revolver is in great shape overall. Minor scratches and blemishes are present on the exterior. The bore is clean and shiny.
What's Included
- Instruction Manual for Ruger Stainless Steel Old Army Percussion Revolver
- Original Ruger factory cardboard box (orange/black) with KBP-7 end label
The Old Army is Ruger's purpose-built cap-and-ball revolver, produced from 1972 to 2008 and engineered as a modern design rather than a reproduction. This example was manufactured in 1982 and carries the KBP-7 catalog designation.
It is constructed entirely of stainless steel, including the barrel, frame, and cylinder, with a uniform brushed stainless finish. The 7.5" round barrel is paired with an under-barrel, hinged loading lever/rammer for seating projectiles.
The unfluted, six-shot cylinder is marked 'FOR BLACK POWDER ONLY' and includes cylinder safety notches that provide safe carry positions between chambers. The action is single-action percussion (cap-and-ball), consistent with the Old Army's robust Blackhawk lineage.
Sighting is straightforward and precise, with a ramped square-blade front sight and a fully adjustable rear. Walnut grips with silver Ruger eagle medallions complement the stainless finish, and the barrel bears the Ruger Southport, Conn. U.S.A. address.