Custom Bowen Ruger Redhawk .500 Linebaugh Magnum Stainless Revolver
SOLD FOR: $3925
LSB#: 210421JB06
Make: Sturm, Ruger & Co.
Model: Redhawk, Custom Bowen Conversion
Serial Number: 501-56541
Year of Manufacture: 1987 (Ruger Serial Number Lookup)
Caliber: .500 Smith & Wesson Magnum
Action Type: Double and Single Action 5-Shot Revolver
Markings: The right side of the barrel is marked “.500 MAGNUM CAL. / BOWEN CLASSIC ARMS CORP.”. The right side of the frame is marked “RUGER® Redhawk®”, “®”, and the Ruger phoenix logo. Both grip panels are marked at the top with the Ruger phoenix logo.
Barrel Length: 6” with vented barrel rib.
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a serrated ramped blade with dovetailed red notch fixed to the barrel rib. The rear sight is a square-notch with white outline adjustable for elevation pinned to the topstrap.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two-piece smooth wood panels held to the frame with a screw. There are light handling marks, but otherwise the grips are free of any notable wear or damage. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the grips rate in Excellent condition.
Type of Finish: Stainless
Finish Originality: Original to the frame and with matching Bowen barrel and cylinder
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion.
Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 90% of its metal finish. The cylinder shows a faint turn line through the finish, there are scattered light nicks and scuffs on the barrel most notable along the right side, and there are minor nicks on the topstrap. The pins show no marring and all markings are clear. Overall, this revolver rates in Fine 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 & Accessories: None.
Our Assessment: The Redhawk 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 Magnum. This example has taken it a step further—not being content to just take down your average bear—and has been customized and chambered for .500 Magnum by Bowen Classic Arms Corp. You can certainly take out a bear with this revolver, but you may split the tree behind the bear, too. This wrist-breaker is in Fine condition with a clean bore, tight lockup and handsome stainless finish. Be sure to do some wrist curls, good luck, and happy bidding!