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.
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 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.
With this revolver being from 1976 it is still worth as much as a new one made in 2020 or 2021?
OP, Smith and Wesson had no part whatsoever in the making or production of your second revolver.
What you are seeing is the chambering.
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.With the rust on the barrel, probably $250.
Try using 000 bronze wool instead of steel. It enhances the finish nicely.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!