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Post by bigbore475 on Oct 2, 2015 2:04:18 GMT -5
I've had a Super RedHawk years ago had have since traded it and now I have big bore single actions i.e. 475 & 500 linebaughs, BFR 500 JRH and recently acquired a performance center 500 S&W.
I think now I want to get back into double action revolvers of a smaller caliber. The Ruger RedHawk 44 magnum has recently caught my attention and I am curious to know what other forum members think of the revolver. I know it's built like a tank as all revolvers from Ruger are but I feel that it is over shadowed by the SRH.
Thank you.
Thank you encore64 for the advice.
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Post by Encore64 on Oct 2, 2015 2:29:06 GMT -5
My favorite Ruger Redhawk is one of the recent run of 45 Colt 7 1/2" models offered by Davidson's.
Bought one and found the tolerances extremely tight for a production gun.
The gun was sent to Reeder for the removal of the warning scroll on side of the barrel. The caliber was remarked in a much more attractive fashion. Then refinished in a combination of matte and polished stainless steel.
Once the gun was in hand, I installed a fiber optic front sight, V-Notch rear sight and gray/black laminated Badger grip.
The cylinder is long, so nose heavy bullets can be used. The brute strong Redhawk allows full potential handloads in a very classy cartridge.
It is my Double Action #1.
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Post by bigbore475 on Oct 2, 2015 8:46:53 GMT -5
Encore64, I just looked at Davidson's and found the 45LC RedHawk 7.5" I'm going to buy this one for sure.
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Post by Encore64 on Oct 2, 2015 9:19:47 GMT -5
You won't regret it. If you research some of the "Redhawk Only" loads you will find it leaves the 44 Magnum eating dust and crowds the 454 Casull pretty close.
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Post by awp101 on Oct 2, 2015 16:56:21 GMT -5
encore, that sounds like a very nice set up. I'd like to see some pics if you have them handy...
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Post by Snyd on Oct 2, 2015 23:42:13 GMT -5
Encore64, I just looked at Davidson's and found the 45LC RedHawk 7.5" I'm going to buy this one for sure. I just ran across this ad the other day. I don't know anything about it other than if it's what is says it is it could be good deal. I'd like to have one of these but I'm not in the position to buy now. eielson.baseforsale.com/?content=viewpost&id=173557&day=1 |
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Post by bigbore475 on Oct 3, 2015 18:24:24 GMT -5
Looks like a good deal. Perfect revolver for Alaska.
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Post by lange1 on Oct 9, 2015 15:48:04 GMT -5
I like the option of a scope if I want, so the Hunter is what I'd do. I have a SRH that I had cut back to 6". I like the Ruger mounts because I like being able to easily detach and re-attach the scope to suit my desires with just two screws.
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Post by bradshaw on Oct 9, 2015 18:54:51 GMT -5
I've had a Super RedHawk years ago had have since traded it and now I have big bore single actions i.e. 475 & 500 linebaughs, BFR 500 JRH and recently acquired a performance center 500 S&W. I think now I want to get back into double action revolvers of a smaller caliber. The Ruger RedHawk 44 magnum has recently caught my attention and I am curious to know what other forum members think of the revolver. I know it's built like a tank as all revolvers from Ruger are but I feel that it is over shadowed by the SRH. Thank you. Thank you encore64 for the advice. Bigbore5shot.... ignoring the quicksand of ".44 vs .45", a list of differences between Redhawk and Super Redhawk: Redhawk * A single spring powers hammer and rebounds trigger. * Minimum single action leadoff----3.25 lbs. * Barrel is a drop forging, gun drilled & broach rifled. * Interchangeable front sight secured visual spring loaded plunger. * Grip frame traced from S&W M-29, albeit with higher recoil hump. Super Redhawk * Separate hammer and trigger springs permit lighter single action let off. * Grip spike permits more flexibility in grip design. * Extended top strap dovetails for Ruger rings. * Barrel gun drilled from bar stock, then hammer forged to form rifling. Neither wins a beauty contest against the old Model 29. Conversely, fed a steady diet of full house loads, the M-29 doesn't stand a chance against either RH or SRH. Today I would select the SRH, primarily for its SA trigger, grip flexibility, scope placement. Both drop forged & broached and hammer forged barrels are capable of astounding accuracy; comes down to how well it's done. David Bradshaw |
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Post by cherokeetracker on Oct 9, 2015 21:36:22 GMT -5
I've had a Super RedHawk years ago had have since traded it and now I have big bore single actions i.e. 475 & 500 linebaughs, BFR 500 JRH and recently acquired a performance center 500 S&W. I think now I want to get back into double action revolvers of a smaller caliber. The Ruger RedHawk 44 magnum has recently caught my attention and I am curious to know what other forum members think of the revolver. I know it's built like a tank as all revolvers from Ruger are but I feel that it is over shadowed by the SRH. Thank you. Thank you encore64 for the advice. Bigbore5shot.... ignoring the quicksand of ".44 vs .45", a list of differences between Redhawk and Super Redhawk: Redhawk * A single spring powers hammer and rebounds trigger. * Minimum single action leadoff----3.25 lbs. * Barrel is a drop forging, gun drilled & broach rifled. * Interchangeable front sight secured visual spring loaded plunger. * Grip frame traced from S&W M-29, albeit with higher recoil hump. Super Redhawk * Separate hammer and trigger springs permit lighter single action let off. * Grip spike permits more flexibility in grip design. * Extended top strap dovetails for Ruger rings. * Barrel gun drilled from bar stock, then hammer forged to form rifling. Neither wins a beauty contest against the old Model 29. Conversely, fed a steady diet of full house loads, the M-29 doesn't stand a chance against either RH or SRH. Today I would select the SRH, primarily for its SA trigger, grip flexibility, scope placement. Both drop forged & broached and hammer forged barrels are capable of astounding accuracy; comes down to how well it's done. David Bradshaw Very well said Mr. Bradshaw. If the new Owner of a SRH found that he could not stand the ugly appearance of the Gun, then Hamilton Bowen can work his magic on it. |
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Post by cherokeetracker on Oct 9, 2015 21:48:46 GMT -5
Encore64, I just looked at Davidson's and found the 45LC RedHawk 7.5" I'm going to buy this one for sure. BigBore5shot Enjoy it ! I would like to suggest the 405 grain from Garrettt cartridges. This is an excellent cartridge for the 45LC cal in the SRH or the RH. I know of guys that have them in different barrel lengths. I still think about a RedHawk from time to time. I have the SRH in 454. If you choose to go with custom wood or prefer a type of Horn, Rob Rowen knows how to build the grips that are wider at the back than at the front and it is much easier on the hands. As David Bradshaw spoke about earlier, the frame has the S&W hump on it. This gets to the hand with heavy loads. |
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Post by BRASF0311 on Oct 10, 2015 21:58:50 GMT -5
Between the two choices we had to vote on, I would pick the hunter, just because it gives you the added option of putting a scope on it. My personal preference is for the Super Redhawk though.
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Post by Encore64 on Oct 11, 2015 20:18:06 GMT -5
I decided not to vote. Bought the new SRHs in 454 & 480. Also, the new Redhawks in 44 Magnum & 45 Colt. The new ones seem better fit than the earlier models.
I want to build a five shot SRH in a really big game getter.
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Post by bigbore475 on Oct 19, 2015 9:13:57 GMT -5
I decided not to vote. Bought the new SRHs in 454 & 480. Also, the new Redhawks in 44 Magnum & 45 Colt. The new ones seem better fit than the earlier models. I want to build a five shot SRH in a really big game getter. What caliber did you have in mind for the five shot SRH? |
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Post by Encore64 on Oct 19, 2015 9:24:06 GMT -5
475 Linebaugh
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