Ruger Super Redhawk Alaskan .454 Casull DA/SA Revolver, 2.5 in Stainless, 6-Shot, Model 5301 (2025)
The Ruger Super Redhawk Alaskan in .454 Casull is a short‑barreled, heavy‑duty stainless steel revolver built for powerful cartridges in a compact format. This 2025‑manufactured example, Model 5301, pairs a 2.5 inch cold hammer‑forged barrel with an unfluted six‑shot cylinder and adjustable iron sights. Dual‑caliber capability for .454 Casull and .45 Colt adds flexibility, while Ruger’s triple‑locking cylinder design underscores its robust construction.
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: This revolver shows only light evidence of prior handling. The bore is bright and shiny.
What’s Included
- Ruger Super Redhawk instruction manual
- Ruger factory hard plastic case
The Alaskan submodel features a topstrap without integral scope‑ring cuts, distinguishing it from other Super Redhawk variants. Its 2.5 inch barrel and 7.62 inch overall length keep the package compact while maintaining shootability with a substantial 44 oz weight.
The stainless steel frame, receiver, and cylinder wear a uniform satin stainless finish for durability and corrosion resistance. The unfluted six‑shot cylinder includes etched caliber guidance bands, and it locks up with Ruger’s triple‑locking system for added security under heavy recoil.
The barrel is cold hammer‑forged with a full underlug and a 1:24 RH twist. Sighting is straightforward and precise via a pinned ramp front sight with red/orange insert and a fully adjustable rear sight.
Ergonomics include a smooth‑faced trigger and an exposed, checkered hammer spur. Black rubber finger‑groove grips with Ruger medallions provide a confident hold, and the revolver’s DA/SA action supports both deliberate single‑action shots and fast double‑action use.