Ruger Blackhawk 357 4.62 versus 6.5 inch barrel???

[deuce2626]

Mates, I’m thinking about purchasing a Ruger Blackhawk in 357. I’d love y’all thoughts on whether to buy the 4.62 versus 6.5. My buddy has a 6.5 that I shoot good, but the 4.62 seems more practical to me.

 

[Big H]

Go with what works best for you---that's why they make both---I personally
like the shorter of the two---personally I never cared much for longer barrels
on any handguns---

 

[340six]

I used 6.50" to target shoot for years.
I was in search of one in 45 Colt / 45acp Convertable
But found a great deal in 5.50"
Same thing with my .357 Magnum / 9mm 5.50" Convertable
Both are well balanced
Really depends on the usage you intend to use it for.

 

[Abby Normal]

Like 340six said it depends on what your using it for.
Longer barrel is heavier so a little less felt recoil. If shooting open sights you have a longer sight radius.
Shorter barrel better for carry & home defense.
I love my 4” Security Six.

 

[sksshooter]

i'd agree with the others here. depends on the use and how well it balances for what you are doing. i don't shoot competitively so that isn't a factor. i have a 5.5" vaquaro bisley model .357 and a 4.5" vaquaro birds head .45acp. the bisley model balances well for me because it has the longer grip handle. i was worried the birdshead wouldnt balance as well but it does with that 4.5" barrel. i have a ruger single six with 6" which i compare closer to the blackhawk style of grip and it feels front heavy to me.

 

[sandman7925]

Had a 4.62” 357. Serious recoil and insanely loud to shoot. Need double hearing protection. If the gun is just for fun I think the 45LC is a better option.

 

[Abby Normal]

Had a 4.62” 357. Serious recoil and insanely loud to shoot.

Unless it’s coming out of a rifle I doubt any 357 will be less than loud.