Ruger New Model Blackhawk Convertible .357 Magnum/9mm, 4.62 in, Blued (2005) with Extra 9mm Cylinder
This 2005 Ruger New Model Blackhawk Convertible pairs classic single-action operation with dual-caliber flexibility. It ships with both the .357 Magnum cylinder and a factory 9mm Luger auxiliary cylinder that headspaces on the case mouth and requires no moon clips. The revolver features a 4.62 in alloy-steel barrel, adjustable sights, and Ruger’s transfer-bar system. It includes its factory hard case with matching end label, extra hardwood grips, and paperwork dated 11/23/2005.
Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent condition, showing only faint signs of any prior use or handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: There is mild wear present.
What’s Included
- Cylinder: Ruger factory 9mm Luger auxiliary cylinder (fluted)
- Grips: Ruger factory smooth hardwood grip panels (pair), bagged
- Case: Ruger factory hard plastic case with matching end label (catalog BN-34X / model 00308)
- Custom Part (Installed): Stag-style cream synthetic grip panels with Ruger medallions (installed)
- Paperwork: Ruger factory envelope with specification label dated 11/23/2005
This convertible Blackhawk provides two chamberings in one platform. The included 9mm Luger cylinder headspaces on the case mouth, so no moon clips are required. Cylinders swap without tools, offering quick changes between .357 Magnum (and .38 Special) and 9mm Luger. A fluted six-shot cylinder is installed, and capacity is six rounds.
Built on an alloy-steel frame with a blued finish, this revolver has a 4.62 in (4⅝ in) barrel and an overall length of 10.50 in. The barrel uses 8-groove rifling with a 1:16 RH twist. Sights are adjustable iron: a ramped front with a serrated face and an adjustable square-notch rear. The ejector rod housing is on the right side with a crescent-style ejector rod button.
Operation is single-action only with Ruger’s transfer-bar safety and a loading-gate interlock. The transfer-bar system allows safe carry with all six chambers loaded. The revolver’s alloy-steel, blued construction extends to the receiver, frame, and cylinder.
Stag-style cream synthetic grip panels with Ruger eagle medallions are installed, and a spare pair of Ruger smooth hardwood grip panels is included. The factory hard plastic case bears a matching end label (catalog BN-34X / model 00308), and the package includes a Ruger factory envelope with a specification label dated 11/23/2005. This example is U.S.-made and corresponds to Ruger model 00308.