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Blackhawk Serial Numbers rollmarked with.357 Cal. Blackhawk Revolvers beginning in 2013. The above chart shows the approximate first serial number shipped for the indicated year. This number should be used as a point of reference only. I have an opportunity to pick up a Blackhawk in 357, 6 1/2' barrel, blued. I have only seen a picture of the revolver showing the serial number. It's too late to call Ruger, so any idea of a year of manufacture? All the Blackhawks I've owned had 2 digit prefixes. Thanks in advance. Manufacturer: Ruger Model: Blackhawk Serial Number: 24941 Caliber Info.44 MAG Bore Condition: Strong Lands and Grooves Action: Single Action Revolver Finish: Blued. See all listings by HERITAGE GUILD Print this listing. Guns International #: 101204532 Seller's Inventory #: 10039092 1 of 17 2 of 17 3 of 17 4 of 17 5 of 17 6 of 17. Aug 29, 2017 After this change, the earlier model became known as the Flattop Blackhawk. This was in 1962 at about serial number 42,600. That same year, several new calibers were added to the original Blackhawk including the.41 Magnum,.45 Colt,.30 Carbine and convertible models with interchangeable cylinders in.357/9mm or.45 Colt/.45 ACP.
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Posted: Wed May 02, 2012 10:27 pm |
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Location: Central Illinois | Just how rare is an old model Blackhawk in .45 Colt?
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Posted: Wed May 02, 2012 10:42 pm |
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Location: Dallas, OR US | The 45 Colt old models were only made for a year or two and while I do not have my refence book in front of me, I believe they are the caliber with the least number of old models made. This is excluding rarities such as Hawkeyes, engraved etc.
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Location: Valley Forge PA | I have been sort of looking for one shipped in 1970, January of that year would be a must have. Lucky for my budget, I have yet to find one yet but I am still paying off my Clements gun purchase so it makes it easier not to look hard right now.
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Posted: Thu May 03, 2012 7:40 am |
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Location: Lake Lure NC USA | The OM 45 Blackhawks were made from 1970-1973. Serial number range is 45-00111 to 45-23031. So only about 22,921 were released to the public. Add in the popularity of SASS, and non collectors, and the availability of them drives up the demand, and the prices.
Pristene NIB examples command premiums. Heck, even shooters can set you back more than many other models.
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Posted: Thu May 03, 2012 9:22 am |
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Location: Schertz, Texas USA | contender, Thanks for the facs. and numbers here on the OM .45 Blackhawk. I have one shipped in '71 with 7 1/2' bbl.
Had the front sight built up a bit, cylinders opened up to .452, and added a Milllet rear sight and steel e.r.h. Among all my other handguns, this is my favorite shooter by a long shot.
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Posted: Thu May 03, 2012 11:18 am |
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Location: Arizona | Yep, many of the 4 5/8 inchers are being used by SASS. I think the shorter ones bring a higher premium too.
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Location: Phoenix, AZ | To be a bit more precise, the OM 45s were made from Dec, 1970 until May, 1973. So, Quarterbore, you won't find one from Jan, 1970. The Dec, 1970 shipped guns are hard enough to find.
The s/n range actually started with 45-00001. There were 23,030 of them made...less than there were 44 mag flat-tops.
They are one of my main areas of Ruger collecting (the other being factory brass frames). I sure do love those OM 45s!!
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Posted: Thu May 03, 2012 9:00 pm |
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Location: Lake Lure NC USA | Matt is correct as I just copied part of that info from the RENE guide. I knew that the serial numbers should have been 45-00001 & up, as I have seen a few lower numbers than 45-00111.
And I too happen to enjoy that model.
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Posted: Thu May 03, 2012 10:54 pm |
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Location: Minnesota | The Ruger site shows mine was probably shipped in 72....number 45-166xx.
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Posted: Fri May 04, 2012 5:06 am |
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Location: Pittsburgh, Pa | Get the books! Trust me, you'll be glad you did. Author is Dougan and worth every penny.
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Posted: Fri May 04, 2012 9:47 am |
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Location: Central Illinois | Get the books! Trust me, you'll be glad you did. Author is Dougan and worth every penny. To which book are you referring? Can it give me the month of manufacture? Chief
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Posted: Fri May 04, 2012 9:54 am |
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Location: Star Valley, WY | Chief,
None of the 'Books' are that detailed. One must call the Ruger Factory and they will usually supply the month and year of shipping. They don't usually supply the manufacture date.
Below is an example of Ruger's 'Letter' on a pair of ol' .22's I have.
Notice that only the shipping data is supplied.
flatgate
PS OK, I gotta 'show off' the guns.........
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Posted: Fri May 04, 2012 2:18 pm |
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Location: Central Illinois | Chief,
None of the 'Books' are that detailed. One must call the Ruger Factory and they will usually supply the month and year of shipping. They don't usually supply the manufacture date.
Below is an example of Ruger's 'Letter' on a pair of ol' .22's I have.
Notice that only the shipping data is supplied.
flatgate
PS OK, I gotta 'show off' the guns.........
Wow! Thanks for the info and the pic! Real nice Flatgate! I aspire to be you. So really what 'books' are available? Chief
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Location: Schertz, Texas USA | Flatgate, you must have cruel streak in you to show those. What fine specimens they are indeed.
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Posted: Fri May 04, 2012 6:49 pm |
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Location: Lake Lure NC USA | Ok the books;
Join the Red Eagle News Exchange, and you will get the 'Ruger Reference Guide' as part of your first subscription. It's invaluable.
Next, Get a copy of R.L. Wilsons 'Ruger & His Guns.' Even some book discount places have them for under $20
Next, a few by John Dougan;
'Know your Ruger Single-Actions 1953-1963.'
'Ruger Single-Actions the Second Decade,'
'Ruger Pistols & Revolvers the Vintage Years' 1949-1973.
Chad Hiddlesons book; 'Encyclopedia Of Ruger Semi-automatic rimfires' (Lots of good info that's crossover to other things too.)
Don Findley's book; Bill Ruger's 22 Pistol. Again, lots of great info beyond the semi's.
Those are a start,!
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