Gun Collectors Dream Auction #88 December 5th & 6th
Lot 12:
Description
This Ruger New Model Super Blackhawk is a single-action revolver chambered in .44 Magnum, typically utilized for handgun hunting or target shooting. The firearm features a 7.5-inch blued steel barrel, a six-shot fluted cylinder, and a blued frame. It is equipped with a black textured rubber wrap-around grip with finger grooves, bearing the circular Ruger eagle logo. The left side of the frame is marked RUGER .44 MAGNUM CAL. / NEW MODEL SUPER BLACKHAWK. The barrel displays a safety warning followed by STURM, RUGER & CO., INC. SOUTHPORT, CONN. U.S.A. The serial number 85-81943 is located on the right side of the frame. The revolver is fitted with a blued steel Burris scope mount holding a gloss black Bushnell telescopic sight with a duplex reticle. The scope caps feature the Bushnell name and buck’s head logo, while the underside of the scope is marked 73-0132 / JAPAN / AQ17123. A pair of black plastic lens covers connected by a cord is included. Note – All firearms require a federal 4473 background check.
Condition report:
The revolver shows significant thinning of the blued finish, particularly on the cylinder which exhibits a prominent drag line and holster-type wear. The bore is bright with strong, visible rifling. The action appears to function correctly with positive clicks, though it has not been live-fire tested. The scope body shows minor scratches and small areas of finish loss, while the optics appear clear. A small red mark is visible on the left side of the frame near the barrel junction. The rubber grips remain intact with minor handling marks.
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