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Ruger BlackHawk VS Ruger Vaquero pistols

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Re: Ruger BlackHawk VS Ruger Vaquero pistols

Post by Vaquero » Tue Apr 09, 2019 7:02 pm

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Re: Ruger BlackHawk VS Ruger Vaquero pistols

Post by Henry88 » Tue Apr 09, 2019 7:15 pm

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Re: Ruger BlackHawk VS Ruger Vaquero pistols

Post by krunchnik » Tue Apr 09, 2019 8:31 pm

I like them both-I started shooting a New Vaquero Birdshead in 45ACP that is a keeper-I just need to make a trip when I have some time to sit and try a couple of bullet weights to zero my front sight-windage is spot on but 2 inches low at 15 yards with 200 grain lead.
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Re: Ruger BlackHawk VS Ruger Vaquero pistols

Post by BigAl52 » Tue Apr 09, 2019 10:46 pm

Nice collections there Vaquero and Krunchnik. I have all Blackhawks only two in a 5.5 inch barrel. The rest are 4 5/8s I really just like the looks of that short barrel better.
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Re: Ruger BlackHawk VS Ruger Vaquero pistols

Post by Redthies » Wed Apr 10, 2019 12:16 am

Vaquero wrote: All and all not counting the scoped SBH, I'd say the 6.5" 41 would be number one.
But those Vaqueros sure are sexy. :lol:

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That’s funny you should say that. I did my best ever handgun shooting with a .41 mag Blackhawk that a buddies dad owned. I usually shot 1911A1s, but fell in love with SA wheelguns after shooting that .41!
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Re: Ruger BlackHawk VS Ruger Vaquero pistols

Post by fortyshooter » Sun Apr 14, 2019 9:41 pm

I like them both having a .45 Colt New Vaquero with 5.5 barrel which shoots just as well as my Blackhawks.
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Re: Ruger BlackHawk VS Ruger Vaquero pistols

Post by krunchnik » Mon Apr 15, 2019 7:49 pm

My New Vaquero in 45 ACP is fairly accurate-I just have to shave a little off the top of the sight now and I will be all set
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Re: Ruger BlackHawk VS Ruger Vaquero pistols

Post by Cowboy Gun Fan » Tue Apr 16, 2019 9:08 am

I also have a Vaquero in 357/38, 5 1/2 Inch, Blued Finish, Wood Grips very similar to fortyshooter's above. I wanted a 45, but choosing the 38 will save me a bunch of money in Ammo (I don't reload at this time). It shoots great other than a little low, which is an easy fix with filing down the sight a little. Very satisfied with it.

I've never had a Blackhawk, but went with the traditional look of the Vaquero when trying to decide between the two.
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Re: Ruger BlackHawk VS Ruger Vaquero pistols

Post by nebhoma » Thu Apr 18, 2019 12:56 am

Vaquero wrote:My meager collection

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Nice collection, one day maybe I'll match your collection.
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Re: Ruger BlackHawk VS Ruger Vaquero pistols

Post by nebhoma » Thu Apr 18, 2019 1:03 am

Thanks for the input, guess it's like any thing else, you buy what you like.

Great input guys, I appreciate the feedback.
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