Ruger Redhawk 05009 41 Rem Mag DA/SA Stainless Double Action Revolver, 1990
SOLD FOR: $1225
LSB#: 211116JA20
Make: Sturm, Ruger & Co.
Model: Redhawk (Model #05009, Catalog No. KRH-41R)
Serial Number: 502-35051
Year of Manufacture: 1990 (Ruger Serial Number Lookup)
Caliber: .41 Remington Magnum
Action Type: Swing Out Cylinder DA/SA Double-Action Revolver
Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked with a Ruger warning over “—STURM, RUGER & CO., INC. SOUTHPORT, CONN, U.S.A.—” and a double “R” Ruger proof mark. The right side of the barrel is marked “.41 MAGNUM CAL”. The right side of the frame is marked “RUGER® Redhawk®”, “®”, and the company’s phoenix logo. The bottom of the grip frame is marked with the serial number, “502-35051”.
Barrel Length: 7 1/2” with Serrated Barrel Rib
Sights/Optics: The front sight is a blade with orange insert dovetailed into the front of the barrel rib. The rear sight is a square-notch leaf in a base pinned to the topstrap and is adjustable for elevation and windage. The barrel rib is notched for the attached Ruger rings (no optic is included).
Stock Configuration and Condition: The grips are two-piece smooth wood, each with an inset Ruger phoenix logo medallion at the top. The grips are free of any notable wear or damage. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the grips rate in Fine condition.
Type of Finish: Stainless
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion, but there are a few spots of minor stubborn fouling.
Overall Condition: There are minor hairline nicks throughout the stainless steel, most notable on either side of the frame and at the tip of the barrel. The upper edges of the barrel rib have a few minor nicks. There are a few more notable light nicks on the left side of the barrel near the frame and on the sides of the topstrap. The cylinder has a light turn line. Pins are unmarred, and all markings are clear. Overall, this revolver rates in Fine condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The cylinder locks up with minor play with the trigger depressed. The single action is crisp, and the double action is smooth. We did not fire this revolver. As with all used firearms, thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork, and Accessories: This Redhawk includes the previously mentioned Ruger rings, a product matching black and yellow factory box and assorted factory paperwork including a manual.
Our Assessment: Like the Security-Six before it, the Redhawk was designed by Harry Sefried as a part of their “6” line of guns (Security, Service, Speed), colloquially known as a wrist-breaker, a beastly thrill to shoot, was Ruger’s first large bore double action revolver, and was available in several barrel lengths and chambered for an assortment of powerful cartridges such as .357 and .44 Remington Magnum. This example is chambered in the less common .41 Magnum, a cartridge for which lawmen and firearms experts Elmer Keith, Bill Jordan, Skeeter Skelton beseeched Smith & Wesson to create both the cartridge and a firearm for it. .41 Magnum was created to address perceived issues with .357 and .44 Magnum, such as velocity and recoil. Largely intended for police use, it was thought that .44 Magnum was overkill, and difficult to shoot rapid-fire. This example is in overall Fine condition with minimal wear. Good luck and happy bidding!