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by Doc4429
Thu Dec 24, 2020 3:38 pm
Forum: Rugers in General
Topic: MERRY CHRISTMAS
Replies: 11
Views: 5057

Re: MERRY CHRISTMAS

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to everyone!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Bill
by Doc4429
Tue Dec 15, 2020 5:33 pm
Forum: Single Actions, 1953-1973
Topic: Plum frame RSS5
Replies: 15
Views: 6041

Re: Plum frame RSS5

This Blackhawk 44 Magnum (s/n 475) was shipped in December 1956 and has a plum frame. It is not as striking as the frames of the .22 and .357, but kind of neat.

Bill

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by Doc4429
Sat Dec 12, 2020 3:43 pm
Forum: Single Actions, 1953-1973
Topic: BKH47, Box, Shipper
Replies: 7
Views: 3210

BKH47, Box, Shipper

Blackhawk 44 Magnum, BKH47, serial number 16790, shipped in June 1959 to Sports, Inc., Chicago, IL. The box and shipper are numbered to the revolver. All of the documents, vapor paper, and Anderol slip are included. I replaced the original grips with elephant ivories by Nutmeg Sports (purchased in 2...
by Doc4429
Wed Nov 11, 2020 11:06 am
Forum: Single Actions, 1953-1973
Topic: A 44 Special by Hamilton Bowen
Replies: 19
Views: 8005

A 44 Special by Hamilton Bowen

I collect mainly revolvers in 44 Magnum caliber (Ruger and S&W), but most enjoy shooting guns in 44 Special. The gun below started out as a .357 Magnum and was converted to 44 Special with a 4-inch barrel and lanyard ring by Hamilton Bowen. It is a fun gun to shoot and carry. :) Bill http://www....
by Doc4429
Tue Oct 27, 2020 9:34 am
Forum: Rugers in General
Topic: ROCS FALL DIGEST IS IN THE MAIL!!
Replies: 8
Views: 3342

Re: ROCS FALL DIGEST IS IN THE MAIL!!

I received my copy yesterday and have only scanned it so far, but it is another hit! Love the engraved Super on the cover. :)

Bill
by Doc4429
Sat Oct 24, 2020 2:36 pm
Forum: Single Actions, 1953-1973
Topic: Blackhawk 1971 357:question
Replies: 4
Views: 2562

Re: Blackhawk 1971 357:question

I agree with Bill; sell it as is. If the new owner wants to remove the name and address of the former owner, that is their decision. The bottom of the grip frame would have to be refinished with aluminum black. Retouching the etching with aluminum black might make it a little less noticeable.

Bill
by Doc4429
Thu Sep 24, 2020 7:01 am
Forum: Single Actions, 1953-1973
Topic: Engraved long frame Super Blackhawk
Replies: 10
Views: 4734

Re: Engraved long frame Super Blackhawk

Very nice! Engraved guns are my favorite!!! :)

Bill
by Doc4429
Sun Sep 06, 2020 6:36 am
Forum: Single Actions, 1953-1973
Topic: Engraved Flattop
Replies: 14
Views: 6362

Re: Engraved Flattop

Super nice!!! Great gold inlays. :)

Bill
by Doc4429
Thu Aug 06, 2020 6:12 am
Forum: Rugers in General
Topic: ROCS Summer Report
Replies: 14
Views: 5905

Re: ROCS Summer Report

I received my copy of the ROCS Report and read through it. Well done! It is always interesting to read about the history and people of a company.

Bill :)
by Doc4429
Sun May 31, 2020 3:31 pm
Forum: Single-Shot Rifles
Topic: Value Question, Ruger 1-A
Replies: 6
Views: 3540

Re: Value Question, Ruger 1-A

The asking price is $1500 (in Florida).

Bill