![]() Severalmonths ago a Gunblast reader requested that I provide some information onthe different type grip frames that Ruger installed on their single actionhandguns.I thought thiswould probably be an interesting subject for others as well and have compliedwhat I believe is a complete listing of the different types used since 1953.I have included the year the specific type was introduced, type ofmaterial and finish, grip panel information, and the current production statusof each of the grip frames.ĭuring the research of the different types Iwas surprised to find out that Ruger has produced fourteen differenttypes of frames since 1953, more than I had first thought. ![]() ![]() I have had many questions over the yearsfrom folks about which “grip panel” goes on which single action Ruger.Especially about the difference in the early Single-Sixes andBlackhawk “Flattops” when compared to the later Blackhawks and Single-Sixes,short barreled New Model Super Blackhawks, and on into the New Model Blackhawks,Vaqueros, and Bisley Vaqueros.Itcan be quite confusing unless you are a student of the subject.These questions are primarily generated by someone attempting to purchasereplacement grips or custom grips for their Ruger single action revolver.Also it may beabout a gripframe on an old collectible Ruger that someone is about to lay out a goodly sumof dollars to purchase and they want to make sure the gun is “right”. ![]() (Pleasebe patient - this page will take some time to load!) ![]()
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