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by Doc4429
Wed Feb 10, 2021 7:58 am
Forum: Single Actions, 1953-1973
Topic: A 44 Special by Hamilton Bowen
Replies: 19
Views: 8080

Re: A 44 Special by Hamilton Bowen

I bought the stag grips in the mid-90s from Lynn Laudise. I wish he was still with us as he always found the neatest Ruger handguns and accessories.

Bill
by Doc4429
Fri Jan 22, 2021 8:16 am
Forum: Single Actions, 1953-1973
Topic: Old Model Blackhawk
Replies: 17
Views: 7538

Re: Old Model Blackhawk

Bill is correct that a former owner "customized" a BKH40. We will never know, but it would be very interesting to find out why those modifications were made.

Bill C.
by Doc4429
Thu Dec 24, 2020 3:38 pm
Forum: Rugers in General
Topic: MERRY CHRISTMAS
Replies: 11
Views: 5098

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: 6080

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: 3226

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: 8080

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: 3364

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: 2578

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: 4772

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: 6407

Re: Engraved Flattop

Super nice!!! Great gold inlays. :)

Bill