By Fred K. Aron
As I was looking for a trail gun in non-griz country, I looked at alot
of guns, and shot most of them...it was down to the S&W 629
Mountain Gun and the Ruger Super Blackhawk 44 in the 4 5/8ths barrel...
I chose the Ruger for many reasons...its a stronger design, its simple,
and I like the Single action grip frame better for recoil issues.
I had never owned one of these 'Cowboy type' guns, so I really didn't
know what I was getting into...I got it home and quickly swapped out
the factory springs with a Wolff Kit to lighten the hammer and trigger
pull, then ran to range like the little kid I can be to run 200 rounds
though it...
Amazing...I have now put about 3000 rounds through it and love it more
every trigger pull...I mainly shoot my 300 grain pleasent loads with
8-10 grains of Unique though it...but have thrown a few nastys and it
handles better then my Super Redhawk with the 7 inch barrel.
My wife went out and purchased a set of Elk grips made by Eagle which
compliment the blue hogs leg so nice...I carry it often, and shoot it
every chance I have to make a range trip...
If you are looking for a single action 44mag that is easily packed on
the hip, and shoots straight...this is a real good bet...see my photo's
in the gallery of my favorite pistol.
Feel free to email me with any questions.
inluvwithsara@yahoo.com
Fred