Ruger Blackhawk

Pistol Ruger
Ruger Blackhawk by Ruger

Photo: Mika Järvinen from Finland — CC BY 2.0 · license · via Wikimedia Commons

Technical Specifications

Type Revolver
Country of origin United States
Manufacturer Sturm, Ruger
Produced 1955–present
No. built 2 million
Weight 36–48 oz (1,021–1,361 g)
Length 10 1/4–13 1/2 inches (260–343 mm)
Barrel length 4 5/8–7 1/2 inches (117–191 mm)
Cartridge Varies, see Various models
Action Single-action revolver
Feed 6-round cylinder

Data from Ruger Blackhawk (Wikipedia, 2026-09-22). Text licensed under CC BY-SA. Image: CC BY 2.0 — Mika Järvinen from Finland.

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