Ruger .357 new model BlackHawk

[Name73393]

If you dont mind me asking how much did you get your 9mm cylinder for for the .357

 

[Name73393]

That looks like a later model H&R in nice shape. In case you're curious, they aren't worth much money, but it would be a fun "plinker".

I put some time into looking through Gunbroker daily until I found a 1970's 357 Blackhawk for $299 (about five years ago). Its finish is worn but it shoots just fine. I bought a 9mm cylinder from ebay and it just happens to fit. My understanding is that if you buy a random one like that it might or might not fit and work properly.

Ruger Blackhawk 357 Magnum

• Tallball
• Jul 30, 2018

If you dont mind me asking how much did you pay for the 9mm cylinder for the .357

 

[NIGHTLORD40K]

Yeah the .32 is made by S&W and produced by H&R which I thought was pretty cool. The .32 is definitely a fun gun to shoot. I would like to get the 9mm cylinder at some point to complete the .357

Well, the H&R is chambered for the .32 S&W cartridge, but Smith and Wesson had no involvement in the design or production of the gun itself.

 

[Name73393]

Well, the H&R is chambered for the .32 S&W cartridge, but Smith and Wesson had no involvement in the design or production of the gun itself.

Yeah the .32 is stamped with both S&W and H&R on it. As for what its chambered I was reffing to the ruger .357 witch you can get a 9mm cylinder And swap with the .357 cylinder

 

[Tallball]

I paid $80-something for the 9mm cylinder, IIRC.

I didn't bide my time or shop around to try to find a better deal.

It will pay for itself eventually, since 9mm ammo is cheaper than 38 or 357.

This is my similar 32 revolver, from New England Firearms, H&R's "sister company".

Back in the mid 1980's I remember them being on sale for $89.

New England Firearms Model R73 in 32 H&R magnum

• Tallball
• Jul 7, 2018

 

[el indio]

I called Ruger to see about fitting a 9mm cylinder to my New Model Blackhawk. they told me it would be around$150-200 dollars.

 

[ontarget]

OP, Smith and Wesson had no part whatsoever in the making or production of your second revolver.
What you are seeing is the chambering.

 

[Arkansas Paul]

With this revolver being from 1976 it is still worth as much as a new one made in 2020 or 2021?

Not from that year unfortunately.
If you had one made before 1973 it would be a 3 screw model, and in good condition would be worth as much or even a little more than a new one.
Yours was just a few years too late.

But it should still be a fine shooting revolver.

 

[dredd]

Congrat's!!!! Clean it up and enjoy it.

 

[Driftwood Johnson]

OP, Smith and Wesson had no part whatsoever in the making or production of your second revolver.
What you are seeing is the chambering.

Howdy

That is correct. That revolver was most definitely not made by Smith and Wesson. You are reading the caliber marking on the barrel.

According to Ruger the Man and His Guns, the beginning serial number for 357 Magnum Blackhawks for 1976 was 33-03854. The beginning serial number for 1977 was 33-51451. 1978 started with 34-06008.

All Ruger Blackhawks from that era had aluminum grip frames. If you are feeling a little bit of magnetic pull, it is probably from the grip frame screws, which are made of steel.

When I want to remove rust from a firearm without damaging the finish I use Bronze Wool, not Steel Wool. Bronze Wool is available from Brownells. Bronze Wool is soft and will not damage the finish. If you use it carefully with some light oil it will remove dirt and surface rust without hurting the blue.

https://www.brownells.com/gunsmith-...brasives/metal-wool/bronze-wool-prod7391.aspx




My 45 Colt/45 ACP convertible Blackhawk that I bought brand-spanky new in 1975 has the standard walnut grips of that time.

 

[GeoDudeFlorida]

With the rust on the barrel, probably $250.

I think that’s fair. I passed on a similar RBH - a 4-5/8 1980’s .357 - for $300 with less rust but chipped grips. It’s still in the display as of last Monday.
The craziness is not impacting single action revolvers as much around here (NFla). HRRs are still $159 regular price.

 

[GeoDudeFlorida]

Even with the rusty barrel, Id expect a local gun or pawn shop to ask at least $350-375 for that nowadays.
Cant tell from the photos, but if its just surface rust then oiled steel wool should clean it up nicely. It would likely need to have the bluing touched up afterwards, however.
If there is actual pitting, it may require some media blasting or sanding and buffing, then refinishing. Since this was a family heirloom, it is definitely worth some restoration effort.
Blackhawks are fantastic guns. Congratulations!

Try using 000 bronze wool instead of steel. It enhances the finish nicely.

 

[Milt1]

Ruger might refinish your revolver without charging you a dime, worth the call to find out. Their customer service is excellent!