For 2008, Sturm, Ruger & Co. introduced the model KRH-45-4 Redhawk Revolver chambered in .45 Colt.
In 1979, the Redhawk was introduced in a variety of chamberings, including .45 Long Colt. However, over the years Ruger scaled back production so only the .44 Magnum was available. However, with the renewed interest in revolvers, Ruger has reintroduced a .45 Colt Redhawk.
The .45 Redhawk is available with a 4″, 5 1/2″, and 7 1/2″ barrels. The double action Redhawk features a triple locking design for strength.
Ruger states the KRH-45-4 has a “rugged frame, designed specifically to handle powerful magnum loads, (and) includes extra metal in top strap, sidewalls and barrel mounting areas.” So, this Ruger should be able to handle the hot handloaded hunting loads and the commercially available hot loadings offered by companies such as CorBon.
Ruger is taking orders for these revolvers now.
3 responses so far ↓
1 BradGad // Mar 28, 2008 at 10:26 pm
“However, with the renewed interest in revolvers… ”
Wtf? Did the license on Glock Koolaid run out? Have people suddenly become immune — or at least resistant — to Wondernine propaganda??!?
Cool.
I sure like a 1911 or a Glock…. but I *love* a good revolver.
2 admin // Mar 28, 2008 at 10:31 pm
I’m with you. I own semi-auto Glocks, Smiths, and Sigs. My favorite handgun is my old S&W mod 10 with a 4″ heavy barrel. The trigger is slick as glass, it never fails to go bang, and it is just a pleasure to shoot.
3 anthony nolan // May 2, 2008 at 10:53 am
Awsome all around handgun “THANKS RUGER” the range of handloads possible for the .45colt redhawk are amazing.
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