7½" ​Ruger New Model Blackhawk .45 Colt Revolver – 1976 Bicentennial – TGW Action Job

Ruger New Model Blackhawk .45 Colt 7½" Blued – 1976 Bicentennial | TGW Action Job

1976 Bicentennial Production | "Made in the 200th Year of American Liberty" | Blued Finish | Ruger Wood Grips | TGW Action Job | Original Red Factory Box

OVERVIEW

Offered here is a beautiful Ruger New Model Blackhawk chambered in .45 Colt, featuring a 7½-inch barrel, traditional blued finish, Ruger wood grips with silver medallions, and a Tyler Gun Works in-house action job.

Dating to circa 1976, this revolver represents the early years of Ruger's New Model Blackhawk production and commemorates America's Bicentennial. Originally introduced in 1955, the Blackhawk became one of America's most recognizable single-action revolvers. The New Model debuted in 1973, introducing Ruger's transfer bar safety system while retaining the classic Western styling and rugged construction of the original design.

This particular revolver, serial number 46-23838, falls within Ruger's approximate 1976 serial-number range and features the historic barrel inscription "Made in the 200th Year of American Liberty", applied by Ruger to firearms manufactured during the nation's Bicentennial year. This distinctive marking adds historical interest and collector appeal.

The revolver has received our Tyler Gun Works in-house action job for a smoother, more refined action.

An attractive Bicentennial-era Ruger Blackhawk in the classic .45 Colt chambering, accompanied by its original red factory cardboard box.

SPECIFICATIONS & HIGHLIGHTS

• Manufacturer: Ruger
• Model: New Model Blackhawk
• Caliber:.45 Colt
• Barrel Length: 7½"
• Capacity: 6 Rounds
• Action: Single Action Revolver
• Finish: Blued Steel
• Grips: Ruger Wood Grips with Silver Ruger Medallions
• Sights: Ramp Front Sight and Adjustable Rear Sight
• Safety: Transfer Bar Safety System
• TGW Work: In-House Action Job
• Bicentennial Barrel Inscription:"Made in the 200th Year of American Liberty"
• Loading Gate: Plum-Toned Patina
• Serial Number: 46-23838
• Approximate Production/Shipping Year: 1976
• Included: Original Red Ruger Factory Cardboard Box

CONDITION

This revolver is in excellent overall condition for its age, featuring an attractive blued finish and traditional Ruger wood grips with silver medallions.

The metal surfaces exhibit minor cosmetic finish wear and light scattered peppering consistent with age, previous handling, and normal use. The loading gate displays a distinctive plum-toned patina, creating a subtle contrast against the surrounding blued finish.

Includes the original red Ruger factory cardboard box, which exhibits age-related storage and handling wear, tape residue, along with some damage. Despite its condition, the box remains a desirable original accompaniment to this vintage Bicentennial-era revolver.

Please review all photos carefully for exact condition and configuration.

COMPLIANCE & SHIPPING

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