Ruger Convertible Revolver ?
 

I have a question on the Ruger convertible Blackhawks, any GIMmers have one?

These revolvers have two cylinders, one for long colt, and one for .45 ACP.

Do the ACP cylinders need a moonclip? If so, does one have to remove the cylinder to load and unload?

Are they good guns?


Thanks!

Re: Ruger Convertible Revolver ?
 

YES ~ Rugers are rugged and well built. They're also fun to shoot.

I can't answer you're other questions, but I've shot & owned a few Ruger blackhawks............excellent revolver.

AAA+

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Got one, no moon clips needed.
Built like a tank.

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i have ruger 44 revolver black hawk long barrel , great gun , also use it for hunting deer

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Good question, I'll be interested in the aswers as well. That Ruger sounds like a great idea, you get the power from the .45 LC and can use the much cheaper .45 ACP ammo. 2 handguns in 1.

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Too bad Ruger doesn't make a .45ACP cylinder for my .454 Alaskan....that would be too cool.

I own a 22/45. a SP-101 and the Alaskan.
Love Ruger. :wink:

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How does the rimless 45 work in that cylinder?

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It headspaces on the rim.. I mean there is a shelf inside the chambers of the cylinder and the front of the brass is held in place there. If you reload don't crimp the bullet in place.
great guns, but kinda slow on follow up shots.

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I owned a Ruger Convertible .45 Blackhawk. They are solidly built. However, the factory barrels have a compromise bore diameter. Since Long Colt bullets run .454 diameter and ACP bullets run .451-.452, you have 2-3 thousandths difference between the two calibers, and depending on bore diameter of the barrel, accuracy can be affected a good deal. I doubt that BOTH cartridges will shoot well, because you would have a tighter-fitting LC bullet and a looser-fitting ACP bullet. You will likely find that your pistol has a preference for one cartridge over the other. I bought my .45 Convertible to shoot ACP and was disappointed in the accuracy with factory .45 ACP ammo. Never shot any L.C. however...

I have noticed the same difference with the .22LR/.22 Mag conversion...mine always shot the magnums better. And I bet you will have the same issues with the 9mm/.357 convertible models.

By the way, since the .45 ACP cartridge seats in the cylinder on the case mouth, you will have to make sure to measure case-length and trim them periodically if you reload.

EDIT: If you want a Ruger Blackhawk in a specific caliber go for it, but I would skip the convertible models.

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I was looking at the Ruger website, I don't see any Blackhawk models offered for sale. Are they still in production?

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Here you go: http://www.ruger-firearms.com/Firear...tion&famlst=19

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Thanks for the replies. I couldn't figure out how those 45 ACPs worked!

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Knowing how to cast/reload is what makes them worthwhile, IMO.
Also, I don't have a link, but google Linebaugh. He had some really good write-ups on .45LC and such. Worth looking for.

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Duh, I was looking at DA revolvers! I haven't bought a new handgun in quite a while and have been wanting to get a .45LC, but the ammo costs have made me put it off. Next time I go to Rockford, I'm going to check pricing.