Recent content by HIPunch

Nice! Happy birthday!! Aloha, HIPunch

Thanks all and I feel the love :) Man, 45 Colt rounds are few and far between here on the island. The boxes I did find are quite high priced yikes. Got one box of 20 for 18 dollars. Same shop I got the cartridges I spied a 7 1/2 SS Blackhawk 45 Colt on consignment for right at $500...perhaps...

As I sit here waiting to apply for my permit to acquire, I wanted to say thanks to those on my other post for the help. I was able to get my first SA revolver :) Ruger Blackhawk 45 convertible serial #46-694XX for the haggled price of $350!! She was on consignment at the LGS and sat alone, with...

I would like some pics please. Klaymvb AT gmail DOT com Aloha, HIPunch

I think I got it folks. Basically if the top strap raises up towards the back it is not a flattop. Will go in tomorrow and look again and also check the serial number. Thanks all!! Aloha, HIPunch

First "real" post :) LGS has a 45 blued convertible on consignment for 450 (might be able to haggle a bit). Now, I am new to all things Ruger other than a 10/22. How can I tell if this is a mid/flattop frame or a regular Blackhawk size? Is price about right? It will be this or maybe a 44 spl...