Ruger New Model Blackhawk .357 Magnum Durability??

...was wondering how durable these guns are shooting large numbers of this level of .357 Magnum ammo. Or, should such be used sparingly?
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Despite the rather extream views other have posted, all macines wear out. All machine wear increases proportional to the loads placed upon them (heavy loads). Nevertheless, I know of no other handgun that is likely to outlast a Blackhawk by comparison.
 
I'll also add that a powder technician once told me that you couldn't put enough of the "right" powder (i.e. H110, 2400, #9, 296) into a magnum case to blow a Blackhawk or Redhawk as there is just not enough room.

Now fast powders are another matter entirely and it's one of the reasons I use them very sparingly in big cases.
 
The Blackhawk will almost certainly outlive you!

That line of handguns is justifiably known for top tier durability. A general Ruger benchmark, but especially those.
 
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