Stainless Blackhawk .357/9mm Convertible?
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pumpkinheaver
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I don't know, the only ones I have seen have been blue.
45Colt_Man
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Around 300 KBN-36X made in 1975.
Thanks for the replies.
I've been considering a convertible for ages but have only seen reference to the blue models in .357/9mm. I like the stainless convertible concept but don't really need the .45ACP/.45 Colt version (I already have a 4-5/8" Super).
It just seems that it would be a no-brainer for Ruger to make stainless 9mm cylinders for their .357 Blackhawks. It would be an ideal weather resistant Hunting/Survival/Marine use weapon.
Guess I'll have to continue searching the auction boards...
I've been considering a convertible for ages but have only seen reference to the blue models in .357/9mm. I like the stainless convertible concept but don't really need the .45ACP/.45 Colt version (I already have a 4-5/8" Super).
It just seems that it would be a no-brainer for Ruger to make stainless 9mm cylinders for their .357 Blackhawks. It would be an ideal weather resistant Hunting/Survival/Marine use weapon.
Guess I'll have to continue searching the auction boards...
AFshooter: Nice Blackhawk and really nice grips. I really like the look.
I may have to find some dark-grain wood for mine. It's still wearing the original ('72) much lighter factory panels.
If Ruger would make the .357/9mm convertible in stainless, I feel that it would make an ideal "truck gun". It would be resistant to the elements and able to digest the world's most readily available combinations of centerfire pistol ammo (.38/.357/9mm).
I love the .45ACP/.45LC version, but like the mid-range caliber possibilities better. I've already covered the big-bore SA itch (.44 Magnum/.44 Special).
45Colt_Man: Do you happen to know if those 1975'ers had blued/black sights?
I may have to find some dark-grain wood for mine. It's still wearing the original ('72) much lighter factory panels.
If Ruger would make the .357/9mm convertible in stainless, I feel that it would make an ideal "truck gun". It would be resistant to the elements and able to digest the world's most readily available combinations of centerfire pistol ammo (.38/.357/9mm).
I love the .45ACP/.45LC version, but like the mid-range caliber possibilities better. I've already covered the big-bore SA itch (.44 Magnum/.44 Special).
45Colt_Man: Do you happen to know if those 1975'ers had blued/black sights?
45Colt_Man
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Blued sights. Front sight is pinned so it can be changed rather easily.
Here is a link to the only pictures I can find of the 6 1/2" convertable.
http://www.gunsamerica.com/guns/976763646.htm
Here is a link to the only pictures I can find of the 6 1/2" convertable.
http://www.gunsamerica.com/guns/976763646.htm
45Colt_Man: Thank You Sir for the link. The blued sights would be what I would want (my eyes have problems picking up a sight picture with stainless sights).
Wow...$850 for a Blackhawk...a bit more than I think I would be willing to pay.
HEY RUGER! If you're listening:
Make a stainless, 4 5/8", .357/9mm convertible Blackhawk...I'll buy it. I think others will too.
Wow...$850 for a Blackhawk...a bit more than I think I would be willing to pay.
HEY RUGER! If you're listening:
Make a stainless, 4 5/8", .357/9mm convertible Blackhawk...I'll buy it. I think others will too.
Blued 9mm cylinders turn up on the auction sites fairly regularly.
Sometimes, like this one, they drop in and fit and time perfectly.
Sometimes the services of a gunsmith may be needed.
Mine shoots jacketed bullets very well but doesn't like lead bullet reloads at all.
Check out my nifty "speedloader"
Sometimes, like this one, they drop in and fit and time perfectly.
Sometimes the services of a gunsmith may be needed.
Mine shoots jacketed bullets very well but doesn't like lead bullet reloads at all.
Check out my nifty "speedloader"