Refund Revolver

[dracphelan]

Well, my wife might let me purchase a new revolver with part of our return. I'm looking at either:
A. Taurus Tracker in 45 ACP (local dealer has it in stock).
B. Ruger Blackhawk in 45LC with 45ACP. Same dealer can order it for me.

Which should I go with? I would love to get a 625 or Thunder Ranch. But, that exceeds my budget by at least $250.

 

[pierrebazukhov]

The Tracker looks like a great idea, but I have my reservations about it being a Taurus. Yes, I've owned several Tauruses(?) before. I just think the Ruger will take much more use and abuse over the years.

 

[Tom C.]

I have never owned a Taurus, but I have looked at several belonging to others and haven't been impressed. I do own a bunch of Rugers in .30 Carbine, .357, .44 and .45. The most fun is the .45 Colt with a spare cylinder for .45 ACP. I have had one of mine trimmed for .45 AR as well.

 

[cookekdjr]

Understand that any time you buy a Taurus, you are taking a risk. I owned a Taurus 85 titanium, and it was excellent. Another .45 colt titanium was also pretty good.
A taurus 94 I had needed work immediately (I bought it new). It never was exactly right (shot well after warranty work, but would not lock up very tight). I just didn't trust it.
So 2 out of 3 were ok. And that seems to be the average. Most are great. Many are not. Far more than S&W or Ruger's guns need warranty repairs right off the bat, and are a pain in the a$$ to get fixed, and may never be done right.
Bottom line: Taurus's best guns match up against anybody's, but they let far too many lemons out the door. Its a box of chocolates...you never know what you'll get from them.
Go with the Ruger. Reliable as a hammer.
-David

 

[fisherman66]

Ruger

Have you been to Bachman Guns over by Love Field? Nice place with a fair selection (I have no affiliation with the establishment.)

 

[gazpacho]

Ruger Blackhawk

I love mine. Cheaper if you reload, and 45LC is a HOOT!

 

[Vern Humphrey]

I'm not a fan of Taurus, nor of ported barrels. I have two Rugers in .45 Colt, one 7 1/2" barrel and the other 5 1/2". Both are fine guns -- the shorter barrel is better if you're driving or sitting, while the 7 1/2" is no disadvantage when you're hiking or on horseback.

 

[Moonclip]

I voted Ruger, not because I have a anti Taurus agenda but I do admit Ruger quality would be better and in this case I like the versatility the Ruger would give you with 2 cylinders and the ability to fire hot 45lc out of that gun.

 

[S&W620]

I own a smith, like a taurus, love a ruger. get the blackhawk

 

[dracphelan]

Ruger

Have you been to Bachman Guns over by Love Field? Nice place with a fair selection (I have no affiliation with the establishment.)

Nope. But, I already have 2 local dealers (closer to me) who take care of my needs.

 

[SL4SI]

I've always had Rugers go with the Blackhawk.

 

[Cocked & Locked]

I'd go with the Ruger Blackhawk .45 Colt....45 ACP cylinder would be nice too, but I don't have it.

 

[gharsh]

I don't think you mentioned the intended purpose for the pistol. However, I can't think of anything you can't do with that Ruger combination; and I am saying that without any reservations towards Taurus guns. My dad carries a Taurus .357 (can't remember the model, 85?) and shoots it very well and it does a very good job for being a snubbie.

The versatility of the Ruger seems like the obvious choice.

Good Luck.

 

[dracphelan]

Well, I think I will see what is available at next weekends TSRA gun show/annual meeting. If I can get a good deal, I might just get me the Ruger pistol and a Ruger 10/22. I realized I was lacking a 22 caliber weapon.

 

[MCgunner]

I have two Tauri I like, and five Rugers (two blackhawks) I LOVE. One of those is a .45 Colt 4 5/8". I'd take that gun over ANY OTHER .45 save maybe a short barreled Redhawk or Freedom Arms just because of its strength and the handloads it's capable of handling. Besides, thumb busters are just classically beautiful.

 

[palerider1]

guess Ruger wins hands down!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[Deer Hunter]

You mentioned the S&W 625. I own one (first gun I ever bought), and I have to say that I am thoroughly impressed by it. I'm in love with the design, function, and accuracy of the gun. I'd choose it over the ruger and the taurus anyday.

 

[Dienekes]

Ruger Convertible. Have had my 4 5/8" blued one for about six years now and it is a favorite--versatile, accurate, light and well balanced for such a big-bore. As much as I like N frame Smiths, they are big for me, have a high bore axis, and don't perform any better.

Did have to have the cylinder throats reamed to .4525, though, and I run .454 bullets through it.

Very good gun for the money.

 

[Harry Stone]

I'd go with the Ruger Blackhawk .45 Colt....45 ACP cylinder would be nice too, but I don't have it.

Those grips are beautiful. What are they and where did you get them? I might have to get some for my Blackhawk.

 

[Cocked & Locked]

Harry...thanks for your comment. A real BIG Thanks as a matter of fact. I made those grips from elk horn. It is the first pair I've made and will probably be the last...way too time consuming for me!

A broken pair of Super Blackhawk grips served as the donor for the estuchions, screw, and medallions. Besides, I had these genuine stag ones to put on the SBH...didn't make'em though.