Ruger New Model Super Blackhawk .44 Magnum, 7.5 inch Blued, 1974, Adjustable Sights, Unfluted Cylinder
This 1974 Ruger New Model Super Blackhawk in .44 Magnum features the classic 7.5-inch barrel, blued steel construction, and adjustable sights. It uses Ruger's transfer-bar system for safe six-round carry. Notably, this example pairs an unfluted six-shot cylinder with a rounded (non-Dragoon) trigger guard—a pairing present on this 7.5-inch configuration. The bore is clean and shiny, and it includes a matching black leather Western holster rig and belt.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: This firearm is in solid shape. It shows scattered cosmetic imperfections, scratches, and blemishes, along with areas of finish loss. The bore remains clean and shiny.
What's Included
- Black leather Western-style holster for long-barrel single-action revolver with leg tie-down thong
- Matching black leather gun belt with buckle (holster rig)
The right side of the frame is marked "RUGER .44 MAGNUM CAL. NEW MODEL SUPER BLACKHAWK," and the barrel carries the Southport, Conn. address with the Ruger logo. This New Model example was manufactured in 1974 in the United States.
The revolver uses Ruger's New Model transfer-bar action, allowing safe six-round carry. It is a single-action design chambered in .44 Magnum, configured with a 7.5-inch barrel and adjustable iron sights—a ramped front blade and fully adjustable rear.
Construction is all-steel with a blued finish on the frame, receiver, and cylinder. It wears smooth wood grips with Ruger medallions. The steel components and finish align with the robust build typical of the New Model series.
Observed features include an unfluted six-shot cylinder and a rounded (non-Dragoon) trigger guard on this 7.5-inch Super Blackhawk. The cause of this particular combination is not documented. The serial prefix 81- aligns with New Model Super Blackhawk serial blocks.