Ruger New Model Blackhawk .327 Fed. mag 5.5” Single Action Revolver, 2010
SOLD FOR: $1,400.00
LSB#: LSB260429JR062
Make: Sturm, Ruger & Co.
Model: New Model Blackhawk (00456)
Serial Number: 38-02053
Year of Manufacture: 2010 / Modern
Caliber: .327 Federal Magnum
Action Type: Side Gate Loaded 8-Shot Single-Action Revolver with Ejector Rod.
Markings: The right side of the frame is marked “38-02053”. The left side of the frame is marked, “RUGER .327 MAGNUM CAL. NEW MODEL BLACKHAWK”. The underside of the barrel is marked with the Ruger Newport address.
Barrel Length: 5.5”
Sights/Optics: The front sight is a black serrated ramped blade fixed to the barrel. The rear sight is a fully adjustable square notch pinned to the topstrap.
Stock Configuration and Condition: The grips are two piece Altamont checkered laminate panels screw set to the frame. There are little to no handling marks. The checkering is sharp. There are no chips or cracks. Overall this set of grips rates in Excellent + condition.
Type of Finish: Stainless Steel
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion 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 are light handling marks and thin scratches throughout. There is a crisp turn line on the cylinder. The action has faint wear and there is carbon fouling on the face of the cylinder. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall this revolver is in Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions as intended. We did not fire this handgun. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements. The action has a lightened mainspring.
Box, Paperwork, and Accessories: Leather holster.
Our Assessment: The Ruger New Model Blackhawk in .327 Federal Magnum is one of the more interesting modern single-action revolvers produced by Ruger, offering an 8-shot cylinder in a flat-shooting magnum chambering. The .327 Federal Magnum provides impressive velocity, mild recoil compared to larger magnum cartridges, and excellent versatility, with the ability to also fire compatible .32-caliber revolver cartridges. Built on Ruger’s strong New Model Blackhawk platform with adjustable sights and a 5.5-inch barrel, this revolver is well suited for field use, range work, small-game hunting, and shooters who appreciate uncommon modern revolver chamberings. This example remains in Excellent condition, retaining approximately 99% of its original stainless finish with light handling marks, thin scratches, a crisp cylinder turn line, faint operational wear, and carbon fouling on the cylinder face. The bore is bright with sharp rifling, no visible erosion, and rates 9.75/10. The two-piece checkered Altamont laminate grips remain in Excellent Plus condition with sharp checkering, little to no handling wear, and no chips or cracks. The action functions correctly and is noted as having a lightened mainspring.
For Ruger collectors and single-action revolver shooters, this .327 Federal Magnum Blackhawk offers a desirable mix of capacity, performance, and versatility. The 8-shot cylinder gives it a notable advantage over traditional 6-shot single actions, while the .327 chambering provides excellent accuracy potential and useful ballistic performance with manageable recoil. With its high-condition stainless finish, strong bore, upgraded grips, included leather holster, and uncommon chambering, this Blackhawk is a practical shooter and a distinctive addition to a modern Ruger collection. -R.E.