Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this single-action revolver today for a penny-start auction, this is the Ruger Blackhawk!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Ruger
Model: BlackHawk
Serial: 45-01145
Date of Manufacture: 1971
Caliber: .45 Colt
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 7 ½"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Front Ramp with Adjustable Rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth Wood Grips with Ruger Medallions
Action: Single-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Ruger Blackhawk with a 7½-inch blued barrel chambered in .45 Colt is a classic, heavy-barreled single-action revolver that blends Old West aesthetics with modern strength and shootability—essentially Ruger’s beefy take on the timeless single-action silhouette made for serious shooting rather than mere display. Built on Ruger’s large-frame single-action platform, the long 7.5" tube gives an exceptionally generous sight radius and lots of forward mass, which together improve practical accuracy, increase muzzle velocity compared with shorter barrels, and dramatically tame muzzle flip for faster, more controllable follow-ups with potent .45 Colt loads. The deep blued finish on a well-kept example presents a traditional, handsome look that pairs nicely with walnut or laminated target grips, while Ruger’s modern metallurgy, robust crane, and solid indexing deliver a rock-steady cylinder lockup and long service life even under stout pressures. Functionally, it’s a true single-action: thumb-cock the hammer for each shot, and you get a crisp, mechanical break that—when the gun is timed and fitted properly—rewards careful trigger control with very consistent groups; many owners lightly fit or tune the trigger to their taste, but even stock Blackhawks are praised for a sensible, predictable trigger feel. Ergonomically, the long barrel shifts balance forward (excellent for deliberate, rested shooting and hunting) and the frame accepts a full hand for secure purchase—features that make the 7½" Blackhawk ideal for silhouette, handgun hunting, long-range pistol work, or range sessions where accuracy and momentum-soaking mass matter more than concealability. Practical caveats for buyers are the usual: inspect the crown and forcing cone for wear (critical to accuracy), verify tight cylinder lockup and correct timing, check the bore and throat condition, and ensure grips and ejector rod function are solid; when those items are in order, a 7½" blued Ruger Blackhawk .45 Colt is both a handsome showpiece and a genuinely useful big-bore single-action that balances tradition, hardiness, and real-world performance.
Contents:
Model: BlackHawk
Serial: 45-01145
Date of Manufacture: 1971
Caliber: .45 Colt
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 7 ½"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Front Ramp with Adjustable Rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth Wood Grips with Ruger Medallions
Action: Single-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Ruger Blackhawk with a 7½-inch blued barrel chambered in .45 Colt is a classic, heavy-barreled single-action revolver that blends Old West aesthetics with modern strength and shootability—essentially Ruger’s beefy take on the timeless single-action silhouette made for serious shooting rather than mere display. Built on Ruger’s large-frame single-action platform, the long 7.5" tube gives an exceptionally generous sight radius and lots of forward mass, which together improve practical accuracy, increase muzzle velocity compared with shorter barrels, and dramatically tame muzzle flip for faster, more controllable follow-ups with potent .45 Colt loads. The deep blued finish on a well-kept example presents a traditional, handsome look that pairs nicely with walnut or laminated target grips, while Ruger’s modern metallurgy, robust crane, and solid indexing deliver a rock-steady cylinder lockup and long service life even under stout pressures. Functionally, it’s a true single-action: thumb-cock the hammer for each shot, and you get a crisp, mechanical break that—when the gun is timed and fitted properly—rewards careful trigger control with very consistent groups; many owners lightly fit or tune the trigger to their taste, but even stock Blackhawks are praised for a sensible, predictable trigger feel. Ergonomically, the long barrel shifts balance forward (excellent for deliberate, rested shooting and hunting) and the frame accepts a full hand for secure purchase—features that make the 7½" Blackhawk ideal for silhouette, handgun hunting, long-range pistol work, or range sessions where accuracy and momentum-soaking mass matter more than concealability. Practical caveats for buyers are the usual: inspect the crown and forcing cone for wear (critical to accuracy), verify tight cylinder lockup and correct timing, check the bore and throat condition, and ensure grips and ejector rod function are solid; when those items are in order, a 7½" blued Ruger Blackhawk .45 Colt is both a handsome showpiece and a genuinely useful big-bore single-action that balances tradition, hardiness, and real-world performance.
Contents:
This example will ship with its factory-labeled box and all other contents pictured above.
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
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Payment Details
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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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