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Ruger 45colt 3.75" Barrel Help
« on: February 15, 2014, 01:28:09 PM »
Can someone help me ID this ruger?
Will this handle ruger only loads?
What's this worth?
Looking to purchase this, like the short barrel for packing around the back country. Is it factory 3.75?



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Re: Ruger 45colt 3.75" Barrel Help
« Reply #1 on: February 16, 2014, 01:53:06 AM »
If it says ruger new vaquero above the trigger guard it is the small frame gun capable of pressures up to 23000 psi if not it is the large frame that will take Blackhawk loads
Other than that it is 3.75inch worth what ever you can get out of it from either the suspecting or unsuspecting buyer.
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Re: Ruger 45colt 3.75" Barrel Help
« Reply #2 on: February 16, 2014, 03:29:21 AM »
I believe that to be a "New Vaquero" which needs to be loaded to about the level of pressure that the Colt model P will take.  Don't use any Buffalo Bore ammo in that single action!
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Re: Ruger 45colt 3.75" Barrel Help
« Reply #3 on: February 16, 2014, 03:43:28 AM »
The new vaquero will use 23000 psi loads.  The same gun has been supplied with a 45 auto cylinder that plus p loads go up to 23000 psi.
Most know that by now and don't question it.
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Re: Ruger 45colt 3.75" Barrel Help
« Reply #4 on: February 16, 2014, 03:51:59 AM »
I have the 45ACP New Model Birdshead and it is a splendid packer in the Mernickle PS-6SA high ride holster.
The NM will take the factory standard loads, that is not to be confused with the specialty manufactured ammo or hot handloads. Still, a factory spec'ed 45Colts load is as formidable as it always has been.
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Re: Ruger 45colt 3.75" Barrel Help
« Reply #5 on: February 16, 2014, 04:01:32 AM »
"The NM will take the factory standard loads, "
 
So true but so will the full size Blachawk plus more.
So will the New Vaquero BUT NOT AS MUCH "plus more" as the large framed Vaquero will that is on the large Blackhawk frame size.
The LARGE frame Vaquero up to the low 30000 cup levels
The SMALL frame New Vaquero the low 20000ish psi levels
Std. speced 45 Colt is 14000 psi as set forth by SAAMI.
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Re: Ruger 45colt 3.75" Barrel Help
« Reply #6 on: February 21, 2014, 09:17:48 PM »
Could not make a deal on the 45colt so I bought a new 44 SBH 4 5/8 SS and cant wait to shot it
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Re: Ruger 45colt 3.75" Barrel Help
« Reply #7 on: February 21, 2014, 10:15:27 PM »
It sure will pack easier than my old 7.5". I mostly shoot 44Spl equiv. loads in 44Mag cases.
Have fun!
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Re: Ruger 45colt 3.75" Barrel Help
« Reply #8 on: February 22, 2014, 05:57:12 AM »
I have a SS SBH and I love it.  Same barrel length.  It will shoot if you can.

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Re: Ruger 45colt 3.75" Barrel Help
« Reply #9 on: February 22, 2014, 07:18:58 PM »
ive got lots of sixguns both factory and custom but the gun I carry most in the woods is my stainless 4 5/8s super. Its had a little custom work done but i did it all myself and just love that gun. Its accounted for quite a few deer, a couple  hogs a couple bear and a cow buffalo.
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Re: Ruger 45colt 3.75" Barrel Help
« Reply #10 on: February 22, 2014, 07:35:35 PM »
Some Sunday morning eye candy

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Re: Ruger 45colt 3.75" Barrel Help
« Reply #11 on: February 22, 2014, 09:10:25 PM »
I put a higher front sight on mine.
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Re: Ruger 45colt 3.75" Barrel Help
« Reply #12 on: February 22, 2014, 11:12:44 PM »
That pinned in front sight is such an advantage on those regarding changing front sight blades! Id go for more a Partridge type a bit higher too on my old blue S-BH but it is gonna take some work.
If it wasnt such a good piece Id consider trading it off for one like that pic.
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Re: Ruger 45colt 3.75" Barrel Help
« Reply #13 on: February 23, 2014, 02:01:05 AM »
Quote from: tjf76 on February 15, 2014, 01:28:09 PM
Can someone help me ID this ruger?
Will this handle ruger only loads?
What's this worth?
Looking to purchase this, like the short barrel for packing around the back country. Is it factory 3.75?





Looks like a BFR with a skinny barrel.   ;D ;D 8)
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Re: Ruger 45colt 3.75" Barrel Help
« Reply #14 on: February 26, 2014, 06:34:22 PM »
Quote from: tjf76 on February 15, 2014, 01:28:09 PM
Can someone help me ID this ruger?
Will this handle ruger only loads?
What's this worth?
Looking to purchase this, like the short barrel for packing around the back country. Is it factory 3.75?








Your revolver appears to be an issue Ruger Vaquero Montado, built on the New Vaquero frame with the 3-3/4" bbl.



I've only come across them in stainless steel - but like yours much better.


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