Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this iconic 3-screw "Flattop" .44 Magnum revolver for a penny start auction, this is the Ruger Flattop Blackhawk .44 Magnum w/ 6.5" Barrel, Factory High-Luster Blued Finish, Micro Target Rear Sight & Genuine Stag Grips w/ Ruger Black Eagle Medallions.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Ruger
Model: Blackhawk "Flattop"
Serial: 23232
Date of Manufacture: 1959
Caliber: .44 Remington Magnum (.44 Mag / .44 Special)
Finish: Factory High-Luster Blued Carbon Steel Frame, Barrel & Cylinder w/ Anodized Grip Frame
Barrel Length: 6.5" Steel Barrel
Optics/Sights: Micro-Adjustable Target Rear Sight & Raised Ramp Front Sight Blade
Stock/Grips: Genuine Stag Horn Grip Panels w/ Inset Ruger Silver "Black Eagle" Medallions
Action: Single-Action-Only (SAO) 6-Shot Revolver w/ Traditional 3-Screw Frame & 4-Click Mechanism
Markings: Left frame roll-marked "RUGER BLACKHAWK / .44 MAGNUM CAL." alongside circular Ruger logo; right frame stamped 5-digit serial "23232"; top barrel roll-marked "STURM, RUGER & CO. / SOUTHPORT, CONN., U.S.A."; rear sight stamped "Micro".
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Introduced in 1956 shortly after Remington debuted the revolutionary .44 Magnum cartridge, the Ruger .44 Magnum Flattop Blackhawk stands as one of the most celebrated single-action handguns in American firearms history. Built on a heavy-duty steel frame featuring a flat topstrap and Micro adjustable target rear sight, the "Flattop" Blackhawk was engineered to tame the formidable pressures of full-house .44 Magnum loads while retaining classic Western pointability. Produced only until 1962 before being replaced by the protected-sight Super Blackhawk and later modified w/ transfer bar safeties, early un-converted 3-screw "Flattop" .44 Blackhawks offer traditional 4-click hammer action and represent true holy grails for Ruger purists and single-action collectors.
This specific example is an authentic 1959-manufactured Ruger Flattop .44 Magnum Blackhawk bearing serial number 23232. Chambered in powerful .44 Magnum (also firing .44 Special), it features a 6.5-inch barrel, factory blued steel finish, Micro adjustable rear sight, original un-converted 3-screw action, and an incredible set of genuine stag horn grip panels inlaid w/ Ruger silver "Black Eagle" medallions. Preserved in fantastic vintage condition w/ honest holster character, deep bluing, a mirror-bright bore w/ sharp rifling, positive cylinder timing, and crisp traditional single-action lockup, this 1959 Flattop Blackhawk is an investment-grade big-bore Ruger collectible ready for display or placement in any premier single-action collection.
Contents:
Model: Blackhawk "Flattop"
Serial: 23232
Date of Manufacture: 1959
Caliber: .44 Remington Magnum (.44 Mag / .44 Special)
Finish: Factory High-Luster Blued Carbon Steel Frame, Barrel & Cylinder w/ Anodized Grip Frame
Barrel Length: 6.5" Steel Barrel
Optics/Sights: Micro-Adjustable Target Rear Sight & Raised Ramp Front Sight Blade
Stock/Grips: Genuine Stag Horn Grip Panels w/ Inset Ruger Silver "Black Eagle" Medallions
Action: Single-Action-Only (SAO) 6-Shot Revolver w/ Traditional 3-Screw Frame & 4-Click Mechanism
Markings: Left frame roll-marked "RUGER BLACKHAWK / .44 MAGNUM CAL." alongside circular Ruger logo; right frame stamped 5-digit serial "23232"; top barrel roll-marked "STURM, RUGER & CO. / SOUTHPORT, CONN., U.S.A."; rear sight stamped "Micro".
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Introduced in 1956 shortly after Remington debuted the revolutionary .44 Magnum cartridge, the Ruger .44 Magnum Flattop Blackhawk stands as one of the most celebrated single-action handguns in American firearms history. Built on a heavy-duty steel frame featuring a flat topstrap and Micro adjustable target rear sight, the "Flattop" Blackhawk was engineered to tame the formidable pressures of full-house .44 Magnum loads while retaining classic Western pointability. Produced only until 1962 before being replaced by the protected-sight Super Blackhawk and later modified w/ transfer bar safeties, early un-converted 3-screw "Flattop" .44 Blackhawks offer traditional 4-click hammer action and represent true holy grails for Ruger purists and single-action collectors.
This specific example is an authentic 1959-manufactured Ruger Flattop .44 Magnum Blackhawk bearing serial number 23232. Chambered in powerful .44 Magnum (also firing .44 Special), it features a 6.5-inch barrel, factory blued steel finish, Micro adjustable rear sight, original un-converted 3-screw action, and an incredible set of genuine stag horn grip panels inlaid w/ Ruger silver "Black Eagle" medallions. Preserved in fantastic vintage condition w/ honest holster character, deep bluing, a mirror-bright bore w/ sharp rifling, positive cylinder timing, and crisp traditional single-action lockup, this 1959 Flattop Blackhawk is an investment-grade big-bore Ruger collectible ready for display or placement in any premier single-action collection.
Contents:
This example will ship as shown w/ fitted genuine stag grip panels and Ruger medallions. Revolver only; no original factory box or manual included.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3-day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
Handgun Standard Shipping with Insurance $50.00
Long Gun Standard Shipping with Insurance $70.00
Any orders placed with magazines that are not compliant with your state, county, or city regulations will not ship with your order.
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Payment Details
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Please note we place a 7 business day hold on shipment, for all non-certified payments.
Payment MUST be received within 14 days.
Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Additional Details
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Additional Information
GunbrokerLink: |
https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1202590452 |
BidPrice: |
132.77 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-09-20 21:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
1220 |
