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Ruger Redhawk KRH-45-4 Revolver Chambered in .45 Colt

By Richard on March 16, 2008 8 Comments

Ruger Redhawk KRH-45-4 Revolver in .45 Long ColtFor 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.




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Categories : Revolvers
Tags : .45 Colt, Redhawk, revolver, Ruger

Comments

  1. BradGad says:
    March 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.

    Reply
  2. admin says:
    March 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.

    Reply
  3. anthony nolan says:
    May 2, 2008 at 10:53 am

    Awsome all around handgun “THANKS RUGER” the range of handloads possible for the .45colt redhawk are amazing.

    Reply
  4. Jeff says:
    January 26, 2009 at 9:19 am

    I have one of these .45 LC Redhawks on order. I also own an Alaskan , SP 101 .357 and an old army but sorry guys my favorites are my Kimber .45 ACP’s. I still am excited about getting the call that my new Redhawk is in at my local dealer.

    Reply
  5. Jack says:
    January 30, 2009 at 2:14 pm

    Anybody know if this revolver is concealable even if with the right holster (if there is one)? If it isn’t, what revolver can fire, let’s say, a 260gr load going at about 875 fps, that can be concealed? Been in the market for one for a while now.

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  6. admin says:
    January 31, 2009 at 12:38 am

    Jack,

    The 4″ version should conceal fairly well, depending on your clothing requirements. I wouldn’t try to carry one under a tailored summer suit, but in other circumstances, it may just fit your needs.

    I don’t know if you are looking only for a .45 Colt chambering, but you should be able to find some factory ammo in .44 Mag that meets your requirements. And, there are a few .44 Mag revolvers out there (such as the Smith and Wesson NightGuard) that are concealable.

    –Richard

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  7. Jack says:
    February 2, 2009 at 12:50 pm

    Thanks, Richard.

    Reply
  8. Michael FLournoy says:
    October 30, 2011 at 8:39 pm

    I hear about the Redhawk .45 in 5.5″ barrel length, but I don’t see any advertised. Any info?

    Reply

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