Ruger Blackhawk S38X Buckeye Special 10mm/.38-40 Revolver & Box, 1990
SOLD FOR: $1,258.00
LSB#: LSB260421DD100
Make: Sturm, Ruger & Co.
Model: New Model Blackhawk S38X Special Model Revolver (06110)
Serial Number: 611-00523
Year of Manufacture: 1990 / Modern
Caliber: .38-40 Winchester / 10mm Auto
Action Type: Side Gate Loaded 6-Shot Single-Action Convertible Revolver.
Markings: The right side of the frame is marked “611-00523”. The left side of the frame “RUGER .38-40 & 10MM CONV. NEW MODEL BLACKHAWK”. The side of the barrel is marked with the Ruger Southport address and a safety warning. The topstrap has a leaf and buckeye emblem. The cylinders are marked with their respective calibers.
Barrel Length: 6.5″
Sights/Optics: The front sight is a black serrated ramped blade fixed to the barrel. The rear sight is a black square-notch leaf in a base pinned to the top strap and is adjustable for elevation and windage.
Stock Configuration and Condition: The grips are two-piece smooth walnut panels with silver Ruger medallions. There are no handling marks. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the grips rate in Excellent condition.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Original
Cylinders: One 6rd .38-40 and one .10mm Auto cylinder.
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion but there is some stubborn fouling in the bore. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 9.75/10.
Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 99% of its metal finish. There is a faint turn line on the 10mm cylinder. The 10mm cylinder has light burn marks. There are faint handling marks throughout. The screw heads are sharp and the pins undamaged. This revolver is in overall Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. 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 includes its original shipping cardboard box and original box, paperwork, and plastic sealed .38-40 cylinder.
Our Assessment: The Ruger New Model Blackhawk S38X Buckeye Special is one of the more desirable limited-production Ruger single-action revolvers of the modern era. Produced in 1990 as part of the Buckeye Sports Supply special run, this convertible Blackhawk was chambered for both .38-40 Winchester and 10mm Auto, giving it a unique blend of Old West character and modern semi-automatic cartridge performance. The Buckeye leaf emblem on the topstrap, dual-cylinder configuration, blued finish, 6.5-inch barrel, and smooth walnut grips make this revolver immediately recognizable to Ruger collectors. Its combination of uncommon chamberings and limited distribution gives it considerably more collector interest than a standard cataloged Blackhawk. This example remains in Excellent condition, retaining approximately 99% of its original blued finish with only faint handling marks. The 10mm cylinder shows a faint turn line and light burn marks, while the .38-40 cylinder remains sealed in plastic, adding meaningful collector appeal. The bore is bright with sharp rifling, no visible erosion, and only some stubborn fouling, rating 9.75/10. The smooth walnut grips with silver Ruger medallions remain in Excellent condition with no notable handling marks, chips, or cracks. The screw heads are sharp, the pins are undamaged, and the revolver includes its original shipping box, original box, paperwork, and sealed .38-40 cylinder.
For Ruger collectors, Buckeye Special enthusiasts, and single-action shooters, this S38X Blackhawk is an excellent find. The .38-40 Winchester chambering connects the revolver to classic frontier-era cartridges, while the 10mm Auto cylinder gives it a modern, powerful, and practical shooting option. Complete examples with both boxes, paperwork, and an unused sealed auxiliary cylinder are especially desirable, and this revolver’s high condition makes it stand out as a strong collector-grade example of one of Ruger’s most interesting convertible Blackhawks. -R.E.