Ruger New Model Super Blackhawk Hunter 00832 .44 Magnum Stainless Revolver
SOLD FOR: $1025
LSB#: 220516RY007
Make: Sturm, Ruger & Co.
Model: New Model Super Blackhawk Hunter (Model #00832)
Serial Number: 88-02293
Year of Manufacture: 1992 (RUGER Serial Number Lookup)
Caliber: .44 Remington Magnum
Action Type: Single Action Side-Gate Loaded Revolver
Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked with a warning over “—STURM, RUGER & CO., INC. SOUTHPORT, CONN. U.S.A.—”. The left side of the frame is marked “RUGER® .44 MAGNUM CAL. / NEW MODEL SUPER BLACKHAWK®”. The right side of the frame marked with serial number, “88-14467”. The top strap is marked “RUGER® / HUNTER / SUPER BLACKHAWK®”. The cylinder is marked twice “.44 REMINGTON MAGNUM”.
Barrel Length: 7 1/2” with a serrated, notched barrel rib.
Sights/Optics: The front sight is a serrated blade with orange aiming reference integral to base that is dovetailed into the barrel rib. The rear sight is an adjustable square-notch leaf in a base pinned to a channel in the top strap. The barrel rib is notched for the included Ruger rings.
Stock Configuration and Condition: The grips are two-piece smooth gray laminate wood panels, each with inset Ruger phoenix logo medallions at the top. The panels are free of any notable wear or damage. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the grips are in Excellent condition.
Type of Finish: Satin Stainless
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore.
Overall Condition: This revolver retains about 98% of its metal finish. There is faint operational wear including a thin, incomplete turn-line on the cylinder. Otherwise, there are only light handling marks. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this revolver is in Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The cylinder locks with minor play. We did not fire this handgun. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork, and Accessories: This revolver comes in a yellow and black cardboard Ruger box with a pair of Ruger rings and a manual.
Our Assessment: Ruger introduced the Blackhawk in 1955 with the ‘Flat Top’ and ‘Pre-Warning’ versions, paving the way to an inevitable evolution in the design; the New Model revolvers were designed with a Transfer Bar Safety, a measure taken to compensate for that pesky tendency for human beings to err. This example is from 1992 and is notable for being ready for handgun hunting. The included Ruger rings make easy work of equipping the gun with an optic (which is, sadly, not included). The bore is bright and with a 7 1/2″ barrel, you add a little bit of energy and direction to the .44 Remington Magnum cartridge. Good luck and happy bidding!