Ruger New Model Blackhawk 0306 | .357 Mag | 4.62″ | 6-Rd

The Ruger New Model Blackhawk (MFG# 0306) is a single-action revolver chambered for .357 Magnum with a 4.62-inch blued alloy steel barrel and a six-round cylinder. It combines traditional western-style handling with modern safety features including a patented transfer-bar mechanism and a loading-gate interlock. The revolver features a cold hammer-forged barrel, ramp front and adjustable rear sights, and black checkered hard-rubber grips that provide natural pointability. Its exposed hammer supports conventional single-action operation.

Common real-world applications include range and recreational target shooting, and single-action/cowboy-action competition.

Product Specifications

• The manufacturer and model is Ruger New Model Blackhawk (MFG# 0306).
• The caliber is .357 Magnum.
• The capacity is 6 rounds.
• The barrel measures 4.62 inches and is cold hammer-forged for consistent rifling.
• The finish is blued on barrel, cylinder, and frame.
• The frame and major components are alloy steel.
• The grips are black checkered hard rubber for a hand-filling feel.
• The sights are ramp front and adjustable rear.
• The action is single-action with an exposed hammer.
• The safety is a transfer bar mechanism with loading-gate interlock.
• The rate of twist is 1:16″ RH.
• The overall length is 10.50 inches.
• The weight is 42 ounces.
• The muzzle is non-threaded.
• The UPC is 736676003068.

The New Model Blackhawk pairs classic single-action ergonomics with Ruger’s modern safety and manufacturing features. Its cold hammer-forged barrel and adjustable sights deliver the consistency and sighting options shooters expect for range work and single-action competition, while the blued finish and durable grips provide familiar handling and appearance.

Owners often praise the Blackhawk’s accurate cold hammer-forged barrel, and many shooters comment positively on the traditional hand-filling grip and reliable transfer-bar safety.

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