JRH Advanced Gunsmithing Ruger New Super Blackhawk .475 Linebaugh Revolver
SOLD FOR: $2150
LSB#: 220513MM001
Make: Ruger, Customized by JRH Advanced Gunsmithing in Grass Valley, California.
Model: Custom New Model Super Blackhawk Bisley
Serial Number: 85-52654
Year of Manufacture: 1986 (https://ruger.com/dataProcess/serialHistory/)
Caliber: .475 Linebaugh
Action Type: 5-Shot, Single Action, Side-Gate Loaded Un-Fluted Cylinder Revolver.
Markings: The left of the frame is marked “JRH .475 L / RUGER USA”, the right is marked with the serial number. The rear face of the cylinder is marked “654”.
Barrel Length: 7 1/2” Octagonal
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a brass beaded blade that is set on a base that is fixed to the barrel. The front sight base accepts Freedom Arms front sight blades. The rear sight is a Bown Classic Arms Rough Country flat top white outline square notched sight that is adjustable for windage and elevation.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are a two-piece smooth wood set. There are no major defects, just light handling marks. There are no chips or cracks. The grips rate in about Excellent.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Refinished, Original to Customization
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore.
Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 96% of its metal finish. There are a couple of scuffs that have faintly thinned the finish. There are some little spots of light oxidation on the bottom of the frame in front of the trigger guard. There are some spots of dark discoloration on the bright sides of the hammer from previous oxidation. The pin heads are unmarred. The screwheads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this handgun rates in about Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The cylinder produces almost no play in full lockup of all 5 chambers with no measurable back play. The hammer has a strong mainspring and the trigger pull is crisp. The revolver has Ruger’s transfer bar safety. We did not fire this handgun. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Included is a leather shoulder right holster.
Our Assessment: This is a Ruger New Model Blackhawk Bisley that has been customized by JRH Advanced Gunsmithing. Originally chambered in .44 Remington Magnum, it has since been re-barreled and re-cylindered to fire the .475 Linebaugh. The .475 Linebaugh is an extremely potent rimmed revolver cartridge developed by John Linebaugh in the late 1980s. The cartridge is based on the .45-70 Government case cut down to 1.4 inches and loaded with .475-inch-diameter bullets weighing from 320 grains to 440 grains. The cartridge is short enough to fit the frame of the Freedom Arms Model 83 and, while not a factory offering, the Ruger New Model Super Blackhawk. This one looks sharp with an octagonal barrel, unfluted cylinder, and Bisley grip frame. This revolver can be used to hunt just about any animal you’d like to hunt with a handgun and can also be used to put a big f***ing smile on your face while you shoot your bad ass f***ing revolver. Please see our photos and good luck!