1911Tuner
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I do not understand the logic of paying more for a fixed sighted gun except for organized CAS.
A couple reasons come to mind.
Fixed sights are less fragile under rough conditions. I much prefer a fixed-sight revolver...whether double or single-action for that very reason. Come to think of it...I prefer fixed sights on an autopistol, too.
Sharp, square rear sights are more snag-prone when ya have to get the gun into play in a hurry, especially if it's carried under a coat. A small thing, I know...but every little thing that can go wrong will go wrong. So sayeth Sargeant Murphy.
On topic. If you want a target/plinker revolver...the Blackhawk is hard to beat. The adjustable sights are a plus for dialing in with diferent ammo, and your wrists will give up long before tht big Ruger does.
The Blackhawk also allows heavier than standard ammunition should the need arise for more power, and its weight soaks up he recoil of standard stuff nicely...making it a pleasure to shoot.
The .44 magnum Super Blackhawk can be a handful with full-power loadings, most especially in the 4.625-inch length, unless the ammunition is loaded down to about 75-80% levels. I have one. The 7.5 inch SBH is much less rambunctious.
The New Vaquero in .45 Colt also has a lot to offer if you plan to pack it for 10-12 hours a day, but it isn't well-suited to heavy "Ruger Only" handloads. The original, large Vaquero is, being basically a Blackhawk frame with fixed sights. The drawback is that the POA/POI is...well...fixed. Both mine strike 2 inches high at 25 yards with the old .45 Colt standby handload made up with a 255-grain lead bullet and 8.5-9 grains of Unique...an accurate and amply powerful load for about anything on the continent short of Moose, Elk, or the big bears.