BluesBear
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But you are comparing the Old Vaquero to the Stampede.I have a blue/color case hardened 5.5" Vaquero .44 and a polished Nickel 5.5" .45 Colt Stampede... The Ruger is certaily sturdier, but also bulkier and heavier.
The new Vaqueros are smaller and lighter. And also not suitable for .44 Magnum.