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Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Ruger Redhawk is a double-action/single-action (DA/SA) revolver first introduced in 1979 by Sturm, Ruger & Company. It marked Ruger’s entry into the large-bore double-action revolver market and was designed by Roy Melcher and Harry Sefried, both former High Standard Manufacturing Company engineers and co-creators of the High Standard Sentinel revolver. Officially announced in 1979 and released in 1980, the Redhawk debuted in .44 Magnum with either 5.5-inch …

Bryant Ridge's Analysis: The Ruger Redhawk, first introduced in 1979, is a robust and versatile large-frame revolver that has earned a reputation for its durability and powerful performance, especially in the world of handloading and big-game defense. This particular model, chambered in .44 Magnum, features a stainless steel finish, adding both to its striking appearance and resistance to corrosion and wear. With a 4-inch barrel, the Redhawk strikes a balance between manageable size and optimal …