I can't find it so did you ever do a review of the Smith & Wesson 22
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Live long gun grandpa. It's content like yours that has destroyed the television industry. Broadcast TV has revealed itself as being consumerism bullshit where the American people want the red meat.
Can we all take a minute and appreciate all the time and knowledge hickok gives us? Not many other youtubers in the category putting out top tier videos as often as he does with actual knowledge.
“I’m a clod.” “I’m dumb.” No, you’re not. You’re a national treasure. I wish that salesman could see you now. I have accidentally shot my laundry basket. Ruined my best stuff, but God saved everyone in the house. Then other people in the gun community around town started to tell me their “accident” stories. We’ve all been there it seems.
I remember the old guy at the shop in the late 70's. Big ol' belly, silver hair and wearing a revolver. He was very annoyed by this kid (me) standing there asking questions. Funny thing is I wanted a Ruger in 357. My dream cartridge at the time and still is my sentimental favorite.
That is a great story, Greg. My father passed away this summer and I inherited a 1970 Ruger Blackhawk .357 from him. It was originally purchased by my grandfather. It has the original action and I don't plan on upgrading it; I just want to keep it original. I also have another cylinder for it so that I can shoot 9mm ammo in it. As you said, it is a solid and well-made firearm. I have taken it to the range once and was surprised by how accurate I could shoot with it.
I just inherited the same revolver from my grandfather about a week ago! I haven’t shot it yet but I’m excited to. He had a beautiful hand made holster for it made in Mexico
The Raisin I hate those kind of fits, seems like everyone I’ve gotten rid of I wish I still had it, i’ve had the pleasure of shooting a flat top in 45 colt
Love the old model’s trigger. I’ve got one in 41 Magnum, and it’s a tad nicer break than my New Model 357 mag’s trigger. Bought mine from an old friend who carried it while prospecting in BC. Holster wear etc, a real working mans gun. Mine is also a 1972 manufacture, and I have the original bill of sale. I bought my first handgun a 357 New Model Blackhawk in early 1973 . Carried it for cougar protection as a Forest Technician , never needed to use it for that purpose. Sold it later, but acquired another one in the convertible model a few years ago.
hickok45 I know, you are my favorite RU-vid’r, in a couple of days, I’ll be having fun when people want to know how I commented so early. I tell them that I’m a time traveler.
Thank you for all you do for all of us. The Ruger Blackhawks and New Model Blackhawks are Great Firearms and are favorites to many reloaders. Another Testament to these Revolvers is that many reloading manuals have a section dedicated to them. That speaks volumes in and of itself. Be well. Peace.
Really nice revolver! Thank you for sharing some of the knowledge on how things have changed in the gun industry, I had no idea of buying single rounds, some of this very small stuff doesn't seem worth mentioning but is very interesting to us younger generations. I was born in 94 and it seems like much of the knowledge that seems not worth mentioning gets forgotten. I think some of the most interesting information was day to day living years ago, my wife's grandfather told me about how in Northern Idaho they didn't have a car for most of his young life and the mailman would bring them groceries from town 30 miles away, her great grandfather boarded horses for the forest service. Just really interesting how things have changed
Empty RC cola bottles had a two cents deposit in the late 60s. My nephew (who is actually older than me) and I would gather up an arm load or sack load and take them to the local general store to trade for single rounds of .22 long rifle.
@@kenycharles8600, And if you knew the right pool hall/bowling ally to go to you could play the old style pinball machines without flippers and cash out your winning games, we used to call it popping because for every free game you won the machine would make a loud "POP!". One game I cashed out for $25. The machine looked like it was having a seizure. Pretty big day for a 10 year old. 👍😁
I inherited my Dad's 1974' 4 5/8 inch BlackHawk in .357 Mag it too was his first centerfire handgun and in fact was the first centerfire handgun I shot using. 38 specials at around 10 years old. It has served us both very well as a woods companion over the years.
My first big bore was a new model Black Hawk in .41 magnum, which I had never even heard of. Sure would love to own another. Reminiscing right beside you Hickock. Thanks!
Thank you for helping me bring back some memories. 1972 was the year I met my wife and I had a budget that allowed me to have $10.00 a week to spend freely. Of course $10 a week does not go far when a young man is newly in love, so I was not able to purchase firearms at that time.
Hello Hickok, my dad had a 3 screw single-six .22 cal 6.5" barrel that his dad gave to him. I inherited it and love it. 4 clicks to go boom. I bought the Ruger Wrangler a while back. 2 clicks to go boom. I'd rather practice fanning the Wrangler than mess with a treasure. So long story short each click cost 100 bucks, as of a few years ago. Thanks for always giving Ruger some well deserved praise.
Beautiful revolver! I love this channel ❤️ So jealous of my American brothers and sisters for the gun rights and freedom you guys have over there! Much love to anyone who reads this! 👍❤️🇬🇧
@Kgkbuugj I’ve actually been contemplating that very idea for a while now as the housing/property market prices over here is shocking especially renting/letting! Thanks for the kind words mate
I have the Ruger Vaquero in .45 LC with the transfer bar and I love shooting it. Other than safety, it's just like shooting the old cowboy guns. Really enjoy all your videos.
Hey, man, I ain't sure how often something like this is said, but in my eyes you're a damn scholar. Your seemingly endlessly vast expanse of knowledge on these old six guns and rifles is plain amazing. Hell, I've probably learned more useful information from you than the school I've attended.
Yes I remember back in them days where you could buy four or five cartage at your gun store I am 71 years old now a lot has changed since then back then we did not have any gun control laws no background check at 16 years old I bought my first deer rifle a Rem. Wood master in 30.06 .
Your are a hell of a shot amigo. I love 45 colts - and you know how to handle a revolver unlike Alex Baldwin. I was in Vietnam in 72 , still have the 45 ACP I carried back.
My first revolver was a new model in 45 Colt. I liked it a lot. A few years later I picked up a Colt clone, also in 45 Colt, made by Uberti. I ended up selling the Ruger and keeping the Uberti, cause I just wanted to hear that c-o-l-t whenever I drew back the hammer. Silly, I know, but i really like my Uberti. Eh, I have other Rugers, so I'm good.
My first centerfire firearm was a New Model Blackhawk in .45 Colt with a 7.5" barrel, which I purchased in 1982 at 24 years old. It saved my hide one time from a couple of wild dogs in Washington County , Nebraska. I still have it today.
Great video on a great old gun. I have a Ruger Old Model Blackhawk in .44 Magnum that is unmolested. It is a sweet shooter. Mine is from 1972 also. I also have a New Model Super Blackhawk Hunter in .44 Magnum. It is a sweet shooter also and has served me well hunting. Ruger makes a fine revolver. They tend to be a little chunkier, but they are VERY strong and reliable.
Thanks for sharing your colt 45 Ruger story. My story is very similar, but mine had a 4 5/8” barrel. And like a idiot I traded mine off many years ago. God bless.
Thank you for this presentation. A friend of mine let me shoot his Ruger Blackhawk around 1975. It had the 10 inch barrel. He could hit about anything he wanted with it and I couldn't hit squat. I might have been flinching after the first shot because it was in .44 magnum. It convinced me not to buy my first gun in .44 magnum!
I remember going into gun shops in the early and mid 2000s and the guys were always so rude and impatient because I wasn't a firearms expert, so I hated gun people for so long because of that. I totally understand.
Thanks, Mr. Hickock for the video and the great info! Who doesn't love a Ruger in .45 Colt? It's such a great combo of revolver and cartridge! I've got two, an old-style Bisley-Vaquero (the big heavy one built like a tank) in .45 Colt of course, and the newer Redhawk in .45 Auto/.45 Colt and will never part with them!
I remember as a teenager...in the early 70's the Ruger Blackhawk in .357 mag was THE gun to have for hog hunting up in the coast range foothills of California. I didn't get it at the time. I have recently begun participating in Cowboy action shooting and picked up a pair of Ruger new model Vaqueros....really like them....now I get it...not Colts...but close enough ...for now..🤠😀👍👍
I was satisfied with my 3 guns and then you had to go and review the *one* gun I have been considering adding to my collection. I think I will take it as a sign!
Wow - what an amazing coincidence. My very first centerfire firearm of any kind was a 7 1/2" blued single action revolver, purchased when I was 21 years old and in college as well. The year was 1981 for me, the gun was an Interarms Virginian Dragoon, and the caliber was .357 Magnum. What are the chances? I was, however (through no fault of my own), lucky enough to have been bright enough to hang onto it all of these years. It will always remain one of my most cherished possessions. It warms my heart that you were able to turn up a suitable representation of your "first love". Such things seem to get ever more important as we get a little older.
This is a very well balanced channel and I just cannot look away when there is a new episode! Thank you for all the effort you put into this. I love Sundays!!!!
Congratulations on your new purchase Sir! I still remember my new model .357 that I had years ago and let it slide off into the sunset somewhere. I remember it had like around an 8" or so barrel and could drive a tack. A lot of other firearms are just memories. That is the way it is with gun guys and gals. Glad to see the reunion though!
Hang onto that old model Ruger , Hickok . Don't matter if your a Colt & clone guy , you shoot that one well and it's a great gun to hang onto . I've got its twin brother , and just wish I had one in 4 5/8 ! The only "new models" I care for are the Bisly's , but I love the old 3 screws !
I just got my Dad's 1972 .357 Ruger Blackhawk three screw, 6 1/2 " barrel, REALLY accurate, more accurate than I am. It's stock, no transfer bar. I have some ammo backordered, should be getting my turn in May, can't wait to shoot that gun again. I love it. You can't beat the action on that gun. I was 10 years old the first time I shot it, scared the shit out of me, and thrilled me at the same time. I was born in 72, by the way. Thanks for the great videos.
I have the new model that takes heavy loads and I love it! but I have always wanted one of the older 3 screw ones so I have a matching pair of old and new.
As a Ruger "old model" single action collector I have at least one example in all calibers. One of my favorites is a 7.5" 45 Colt just like your's and mine is also from Simpson ltd. Mine is from 1971. I also have prime examples of a 1964 Bearcat and a 1972 Super Bearcat. Ruger single actions are fine revolvers.
My very first purchase was the Ruger Super Blackhawk in .44 mag with a 7" bbl, give or take. Absolutely loved that gun. Used 200 gr. Hollowpoint Hornadies and I was able to take prairie dogs consistantly at 100 yards plus with open sites! It was quite accurate. My eyes couldn't do that now but the gun is capable of it.
We All started at Ground Zero....I remember my first purchase of a Handgun, it was 1980, I had recently been released from the Hospital from a Stab wound to the Lung I received in a Fistfight! I had a choice of 1 of 2 357 magnum choices :Dan Wesson or a Colt Python slightly used in Excellent Condition. I chose the Colt Python! : ) Still got it Too!
I have a New Model Blackhawk in 45LC,7.5" brl. It left Ruger in Dec 79' the same month an year I was born. I absolutely love that gun and it will never get sold 👍
Thanks uncle Hickok ! You brought me years of entertainment and tons of information. Love your pew pew range. Keep up the good fight and educate the masses. 😁👍
Hickok, in 72 I graduated from HS and enrolled in part of the, then, newly expanded version of the University of Wisconsin. You made me smile a couple of times this morning. $4 was a lot of cash back when minimum wage was a buck 65! And I remember programming classes with computer cards, hardly internet ready! Thanks!
a Ruger New model super blackhawk was my very first firearm. 44 magnum. I was 14 and my parents had to agree to the sale. I still have it all these years later. i'm 55 now so i've had it a while. European stag antler grips since day one.
Being about the same age as you I really enjoy your stories. My second gun was also a S&W model 19. Congratulations on the new/old Ruger. I recently found a 6" model 19 like I had and bought it.
listening to your story of your first centerfire purchase reminds me of mine...1992 bought a Ruger Super Redhawk, 44 mag, for hunting purposes. While I was working, I found the gun too expensive to shoot with any regularity so I bought a Ruger MK II .22 so I could actually enjoy shooting a handgun...great video as I'm accustomed to seeing on your channel.
Your experience at the gun store with the rude salesman echos my first experience looking for an AR15 about 7 years ago. The store employees treated me the same way...almost belligerent because I wasn’t LE or active duty military. Really soured me and I never spent a penny there. Since then, I’ve learned a lot and own lots of firearms. I also treat people new to firearms very friendly and helpful.
I can see how it's so easy for somebody to grow weary of dealing with the same questions all day long from people who don't know much, whatever the subject is. It's just something a person has to expect if he or she goes into a certain line of work. Simply getting tired of it and demonstrating an annoyed attitude reflects a weak mind, in my opinion. For 29 years of teaching, this was my daily experience. Just because customers or students are ignorant about something or you get the same questions over and over, that doesn't give one the license to become ill-tempered about it. It's a sign of arrogance and that the person should be working alone somewhere instead of dealing with people. I have low tolerance for it. Always have.
I have the same 3 screw Ruger 45 with extra 45ACP cylinder. It came from brother-in-law's estate. He bought it when the New Model came out as he didn't want a New Model.
My first single action revolver is a Super Blackhawk that I bought in 1965. The first thing I learned shooting it was the recoil was a reason to learn how to handload. Then after shooting other single actions, I realized that the Super Blackhawk and the 1860 Army were the only ones with grip you can hold on to. If I had a regular Old Model Blackhawk, I would look for an old model Super grip frame. Back when the Old Model Super Blackhawks were available with brass grip frames, I bought 2 from a local dealer for $16.50 each. I'm sure they are worth much more now. I have 2 New Model Blackhawks, and see that I have a little gunsmithing to do so that I will have something to hold on to. Since the 1851, 1860, 1861 & 1873 Colts are all similar in many ways, the best way to give you something to hold on to with your Italian SAA, is to put on a 1860 trigger guard, backstrap and grips. Gunsmithing is a fun hobby, especially when you can't get to the range.
My first handgun was a 7 1/2 inch 45 Blackhawk convertible that I also traded off like an idiot. I've wanted it back ever since. Favorite handgun ever.
Must admit, my new model blackhawk in .357 is my favorite wheel gun in my collection. I hope to one day get my Dad's .45 Colt one day, as much because it's his as for any other reason. Ruger makes an awfully sweet single action revolver, I must say...
This gun is special to me aswell. This is the first hand gun I ever fired.. my great uncle who has passed on now had one in .44 magnum and I would go out to his farm and we would shoot it off his back step lol.Those are some of my favourite memories.
In '72 I was 9 still a little young to be buying a firearm but my neighbor had Ruger Blackhawks and have been sold on them ever since. Never had a Colt but a fair amount of Blackhawks. 41 magnum 4" is my favorite.
I had a centennial model that had 1876-1976 stamped on it in .44 magnum. Was so ridiculously loud I sold it in about 1979 for $200. Which then was a good price for one.
I have a new action Super Blackhawk that I purchased from a man at my gun range and it was ported and had an action job. It is one revolver that will never leave me. It is a beast too shoot with hot loads but that is the fun part of shooting it. It has the 7 1/2 " ' barrel and 44 Magnum.
This is some kind of German passion for Ruger Blackhawk. I have just purchased .357 Magnum with 6,5´´ from 1969, which was also imported to Germany in 1970.
I've always been a fan of the Blackhawk. I learned how to shoot pistols on a new model Ruger Single Six. A great gun to learn the basics of shooting. I still shoot it whenever I get the chance. I have more rounds fired on that gun than any other pistol, probably half of all my pistol time. The Blackhawk was a natural progression. I wish I had one now. I prefer the .357. Just a joy to shoot and super accurate for a mass produced pistol. Ruger wheel guns are great. (Never cared for their automatics, except the target models)
