Ruger Redhawk
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Rockhanger
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Excellent revolver.
I wouldn't trade mine for any other 44mag.
I wouldn't trade mine for any other 44mag.
I have the blued 7.5" Redhawk in .44 Magnum, mine was built in 1985. I bought it around 3 years ago, put some Pachmayr grips on it and then I sent it to Mag-Na-Port International and had them do a four-port job on it.
It's a terrific, large handgun and though the action and springs are 100% stock, I like the double-action trigger on it.
It is hard to accurately describe -- but I think the double action is quite good while at the same time... I think the single action trigger break is quite underwhelming. It would benefit from a little work.
My log says I've sent 1,067 rounds down range with it. These days, I typically stick to either of two loads. I have a cast lead 240gr LSWC at a sedate 870 fps, and I have the same bullet at 1,385 fps. Both are fine loads.
It's a terrific, large handgun and though the action and springs are 100% stock, I like the double-action trigger on it.
It is hard to accurately describe -- but I think the double action is quite good while at the same time... I think the single action trigger break is quite underwhelming. It would benefit from a little work.
My log says I've sent 1,067 rounds down range with it. These days, I typically stick to either of two loads. I have a cast lead 240gr LSWC at a sedate 870 fps, and I have the same bullet at 1,385 fps. Both are fine loads.
Pond James Pond
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I have one and it's my favourite handgun.
It's big and, predictably, heavy. So if you're carrying this means a decent holster.
If your shooting, it means tamed recoil!
My hands a just small enough to find the CZ 75 pistol grip and DA trigger a bit of a stretch, but with the Butler Creek grips fitted, my Redhawk is comfortable to handle even one-handed. Shooting one-handed perhaps less so.
The fit is good, IMO. There is a tiny bit of shake in the cylinder but that has been there since new. The finish is nice. I have the stainless version. The brushed look has been a bit polished from my holster but that is just wear. Only the 3 chapters of roll-marked text on the barrel could be done without.
I have no experience with Smiths but I find the trigger on the Redhawk to be very good. DA is staged but not in a clunky way. As I dry fire, I can just feel the internals going, but they help pull the trigger and hold it just a the point of the SA position. Doing this has helped me smooth out my DA pull.
It handles light loads and heavier loads with aplomb!!
It's big and, predictably, heavy. So if you're carrying this means a decent holster.
If your shooting, it means tamed recoil!
My hands a just small enough to find the CZ 75 pistol grip and DA trigger a bit of a stretch, but with the Butler Creek grips fitted, my Redhawk is comfortable to handle even one-handed. Shooting one-handed perhaps less so.
The fit is good, IMO. There is a tiny bit of shake in the cylinder but that has been there since new. The finish is nice. I have the stainless version. The brushed look has been a bit polished from my holster but that is just wear. Only the 3 chapters of roll-marked text on the barrel could be done without.
I have no experience with Smiths but I find the trigger on the Redhawk to be very good. DA is staged but not in a clunky way. As I dry fire, I can just feel the internals going, but they help pull the trigger and hold it just a the point of the SA position. Doing this has helped me smooth out my DA pull.
It handles light loads and heavier loads with aplomb!!
crashdummy
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Used to have a stainless 5" 44 Redhawk, great gun, regret trading it off.
Had a stainless Super Redhawk in 454 Cassul, don't really miss it as it hurt my wrist too bad.
Still have a 1989 7 1/2" blued Redhawk in 41 Mag. I will be keeping this one.
Had a stainless Super Redhawk in 454 Cassul, don't really miss it as it hurt my wrist too bad.
Still have a 1989 7 1/2" blued Redhawk in 41 Mag. I will be keeping this one.
longknife12
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I've had a 7.5 inch Stainless for years, shoots good, just too heavy to shoulder carry in the field. Load some fairly hot loads. As I have a doe tag and will be in creek bottom, I think I'm gonna take it this weekend.....heavy brush!
Dan
Dan
Ruger 44 mag
Hello Guys!
Mine is a 5 1/2 inch barrel in Satin Stainless with Rosewood Grips. Absoulutely Beautiful! I have Shot all different loads with all grains of ammo. I Bought a Hogue grip as per the sales lady...I shot it all day last week....without the Hogue grip...NO PROBLEMS WITH RECOIL HERE AT ALL!!! Don't need the grip.
I think some guys that complain about recoil do not have the proper Form, Grip, AND Stance which is SO Important. Your foot placement, strong arm extended, less dominant arm slightly bent, hand position and tension, hip position and leaning into the shot all have a major role in managing recoil.
Just take a quick look at some of the fools shooting big bore handguns on you tube. Then look at the professionals...Study their FORM. You do not just go out and buy a gun like that without any previous study or practice. Mental fear of flinching causes a LOT of poor shooting. Do your research first.
To me the 9mm, 40SW, 45 ACP, are all pop guns with no real smack to them with recoil. My 44 is a BLAST to shoot....flames out the cylinder and muzzle.
It's all about proper body physics. I played a lot of football, track, weights, etc....Karate helped the most.....A Horse Stance is Unbelieveable for Body Stability. I am now looking to purchase a 460, 480 and or a 500 Wheelgun for some real BANG!
I am 6 ft. 225# and 58 years young. I had 6 surgerys....carpal tunnel both hands, 2 severly torn elbows, and 2 torn rotator cuffs....I was given a 30% to 40% recovery from a 480 volt electrocution... I almost lost my life..
I Thank The Good Lord Everyday for his LOVE AND BLESSINGS TOWARDS ME!!!!
God Bless
Dave
ROMANS 8:28
Hello Guys!
Mine is a 5 1/2 inch barrel in Satin Stainless with Rosewood Grips. Absoulutely Beautiful! I have Shot all different loads with all grains of ammo. I Bought a Hogue grip as per the sales lady...I shot it all day last week....without the Hogue grip...NO PROBLEMS WITH RECOIL HERE AT ALL!!! Don't need the grip.
I think some guys that complain about recoil do not have the proper Form, Grip, AND Stance which is SO Important. Your foot placement, strong arm extended, less dominant arm slightly bent, hand position and tension, hip position and leaning into the shot all have a major role in managing recoil.
Just take a quick look at some of the fools shooting big bore handguns on you tube. Then look at the professionals...Study their FORM. You do not just go out and buy a gun like that without any previous study or practice. Mental fear of flinching causes a LOT of poor shooting. Do your research first.
To me the 9mm, 40SW, 45 ACP, are all pop guns with no real smack to them with recoil. My 44 is a BLAST to shoot....flames out the cylinder and muzzle.
It's all about proper body physics. I played a lot of football, track, weights, etc....Karate helped the most.....A Horse Stance is Unbelieveable for Body Stability. I am now looking to purchase a 460, 480 and or a 500 Wheelgun for some real BANG!
I am 6 ft. 225# and 58 years young. I had 6 surgerys....carpal tunnel both hands, 2 severly torn elbows, and 2 torn rotator cuffs....I was given a 30% to 40% recovery from a 480 volt electrocution... I almost lost my life..
I Thank The Good Lord Everyday for his LOVE AND BLESSINGS TOWARDS ME!!!!
God Bless
Dave
ROMANS 8:28
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jstanfield103
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I have to say I Love my Redhawk. I have smaller hands so I use a smaller grip (not Pachmayr or Hogue Size) and I do not have one but of trouble with the recoil. I can hit a 3" steel plate pretty often at 25 yards with it (really No Problem hitting it). I would not buy any other 44 Mag revolver over the Redhawk. Great Gun.
mxsailor803
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I don't own a Redhawk but I've shot one a few times. If I didn't already have a 629, I would buy the Redhawk. Not at as purdy to me but built like a tank. The DA/SA trigger isn't great but not horrible either (I'm a trigger snob lol). For hunting purposes, I've always stuck with 6" barrels. You can get a lot of magnums with longer barrels but I always felt the 6" was at that fine point of portablity and extra velocity.
madmo44mag
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I have never owned a bad Ruger revolver.
They all have been fine, durable and reliable revolvers.
I own a number of Blackhawk’s, SuperBlackhawk’s, a couple Redhawks and one Super Redhawk.
All my 44 mag revolvers are Rugers.
The RH and SRH are great revolvers in 44mag.
Large frame, heavy cylinders help tame the felt recoil.
The triggers are fair.
A little long in DA mode IMHO. Also a little on the heavy side as far as the trigger pull goes but all in all a great gun.
I’ll take a Ruger RH or SRH over a S&W 29 any day and twice on Sunday.
They all have been fine, durable and reliable revolvers.
I own a number of Blackhawk’s, SuperBlackhawk’s, a couple Redhawks and one Super Redhawk.
All my 44 mag revolvers are Rugers.
The RH and SRH are great revolvers in 44mag.
Large frame, heavy cylinders help tame the felt recoil.
The triggers are fair.
A little long in DA mode IMHO. Also a little on the heavy side as far as the trigger pull goes but all in all a great gun.
I’ll take a Ruger RH or SRH over a S&W 29 any day and twice on Sunday.
Right ON Brother!
MADMO44MAG!
Well said...they are built like a TANK!!! I also have a bunch of Ruger OLD ARMY 45 Revolvers for some Black Powder and Flames FUN!! Those round balls are mighty accurate too!!! They are big and built tough too!
If you never shot I ...give them a try..40 grains BP and a round ball and perc. cap...BOOM Smoke...FUN!
GOD BLESS
DAVE
ROMANS 8:28
MADMO44MAG!
Well said...they are built like a TANK!!! I also have a bunch of Ruger OLD ARMY 45 Revolvers for some Black Powder and Flames FUN!! Those round balls are mighty accurate too!!! They are big and built tough too!
If you never shot I ...give them a try..40 grains BP and a round ball and perc. cap...BOOM Smoke...FUN!
GOD BLESS
DAVE
ROMANS 8:28
I have the 4.2" SS .44mag. model .
It went hunting with me yesterday , riding in a Guides Choice chest holster . I use it not for hunting , but for extra protection while muzzleloader hunting . For me the 4.2" is the perfect size for shooting and not being too big and getting in the way .
Mine has a very nice DA trigger pull that I would put up against any S&W DA trigger that I have felt and I general like ( pre lock ) S&W's revolvers better . I will add that I bought my Redhawk used and less than a year old , so it could of had some trigger work , but I was not told of any .
The only negative I will give it is the grip and that is the same reason the previous owner told me why he was selling it . It's too fat and needs to be more like the GP100 grip . I did buy the old wood style grip for mine , but I can't get the Hogue grip off . I don't see any screws holding it on . It looks like it just sides on and off .
It went hunting with me yesterday , riding in a Guides Choice chest holster . I use it not for hunting , but for extra protection while muzzleloader hunting . For me the 4.2" is the perfect size for shooting and not being too big and getting in the way .
Mine has a very nice DA trigger pull that I would put up against any S&W DA trigger that I have felt and I general like ( pre lock ) S&W's revolvers better . I will add that I bought my Redhawk used and less than a year old , so it could of had some trigger work , but I was not told of any .
The only negative I will give it is the grip and that is the same reason the previous owner told me why he was selling it . It's too fat and needs to be more like the GP100 grip . I did buy the old wood style grip for mine , but I can't get the Hogue grip off . I don't see any screws holding it on . It looks like it just sides on and off .
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