Ruger New Vaquero 45LC/45ACP Convertible

[Quiet Riot]

In response to the ammo shortage, I decided to get something I've wanted for a long time- a single action pistol. I went with the Ruger New Vaquero for its modern internals with the traditional Peacemaker look.

The coolest thing about the model I got is that it came with matched 45LC and 45ACP cylinders. Both shoot great out of this fantastic pistol.

Best of all, SA pistols are ready-made for shooting wax bullets. I can shoot in my backyard for 5-6 cents per shot whenever I want, and not worry about disturbing the neighbors or leading up my property.

If you're trying to figure out how to navigate the current ammo shortage, pistols like these will give you a lot of options. I am already shopping for its buddy.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=71tTqANqKHM

[Crow Hunter]

I used to have a Blackhawk .357/9mm Convertible with a 6.5" bbl and it is one of only 2 guns that I have ever gotten rid of that I regret selling.

I used to have a pair of stainless .45 convertible Vaqueros special editions from Davidson's. I liked the Blackhawk better but both were fun.

[skipper49]

I have the New Vaquero Sheriffs Model in .44 Special. You are right, and it is a dandy single action. I'd like one of the special run (for Lipseys,I believe) of the 5 1/2" Bisley Blackhawk, also in .44 Special.
I really like the new smaller frames.

Skip

[Alaskapopo]

I want a 45 acp and 45 colt Ruger convertable but they don't make that option with the finish and grip I like. I like the 3 inch (not sure actual length) Talo models.
Pat

[Coal Dragger]

I don't have a Ruger, but I love my Freedom Arms M83 Premier Grade .454 that I had a .45ACP cylinder made for.

Either gun is a great concept for a maximum versatility field pistol for anything from plinking or target shooting with wax bullets, or other powder puff loads; all the way up to big heavy bullets moving along fast enough to flatten just about any game animal in North America.

[skipper49]

I don't have a Ruger, but I love my Freedom Arms M83 Premier Grade .454 that I had a .45ACP cylinder made for.

Either gun is a great concept for a maximum versatility field pistol for anything from plinking or target shooting with wax bullets, or other powder puff loads; all the way up to big heavy bullets moving along fast enough to flatten just about any game animal in North America.

You are so right, Coal Dragger. That M83 is a work of art, and the set-up you have would be hard to even match, let alone surpass, in versatility.

Skip

[SPQR476]

I've been thinking the same way, given the current environment. Just ordered a pair of new vaqueros myself. Cost me less than the price of a complete lower on gunbroker. ;-)

[CaptainN8]

Can the vaquero handle the hot 45 colt loads? Or only the blackhawk?

[Alaskapopo]

Can the vaquero handle the hot 45 colt loads? Or only the blackhawk?

My understanding is the new Vaquero's are on a smaller frame and can not handle hot loads. I had an older Vaquero and it was fine with hot loads but it had a Blackhawk frame.
Pat

[Quiet Riot]

My understanding is the new Vaquero's are on a smaller frame and can not handle hot loads. I had an older Vaquero and it was fine with hot loads but it had a Blackhawk frame.
Pat

That's right. The old Vaquero was too heavy to be appealing to many, so they gave up a bit of strength in order to lighten up the New Vaquero. I got mine for plinking, fast draw, CAS stuff... Hot loads aren't a requirement of anything I plan to do with it.