Ruger New Model Blackhawk .45 Colt Stainless 7.5 in Single-Action Revolver with Bushnell Magnum Phantom 1.3x Scope, Ruger-Marked Base, and Target Grips
This stainless Ruger New Model Blackhawk in .45 Colt pairs a 7.5 inch barrel with a period Bushnell Magnum Phantom 1.3x pistol scope on a Ruger-marked Bushnell base. It features oversize target-style wood grips with palm swell and checkered panels, and retains the New Model transfer-bar safety system. U.S.-made and from the 1970s era, it offers a classic six-shot, fluted-cylinder configuration with the top strap drilled and tapped for the scope base.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: There are minor scratches and blemishes on external surfaces. The cylinder face and the area around the forcing cone show light carbon buildup consistent with normal use. The action cycles smoothly, and cylinder lockup is tight. The scope is loose in its mount and exhibits slight front-to-back movement; a shim may be needed.
What's Included
- Optic: Bushnell Magnum Phantom 1.3x pistol scope (installed)
- Mount/Base: Bushnell Ruger-marked scope base (installed)
- Scope Rings: Scope rings (installed)
- Custom Part: Oversize checkered wood target grips with palm swell (installed)
- Case: Case (included)
The New Model Blackhawk is a single-action revolver with a six-shot fluted cylinder and a 7.5 inch barrel, all in stainless steel. It incorporates Ruger’s transfer-bar safety, allowing safe carry with all six chambers. This example was made in the United States during the 1970s era.
The revolver is set up with a Bushnell Magnum Phantom 1.3x pistol scope mounted on a Ruger-marked Bushnell base with rings. The top strap is drilled and tapped for the base. The rear sight is removed/covered by the base, and a ramped front blade is present.
Stainless construction is used for the barrel, frame, cylinder, and receiver, giving a uniform finish. Controls include a single-action hammer with serrations. The oversize, target-style wood grips feature a palm swell and checkered panels for a fuller hand fit.
This revolver falls within the 46-prefix serial range associated with the .45 Colt/.45 ACP New Model Blackhawk line. The model is widely regarded as strong enough for "Ruger-only" .45 Colt loads.