First and foremost, the Ruger Alaskan is a massive handgun weighing in at 45 ounces – unloaded. Built to withstand the pressures generated by full power .44 Mag. Ruger Super Redhawk Review. There’s just nothing to it. He was, however, noncommittal in regard to  .45 Colt rounds loaded to +P and +P+ pressure levels since there is no SAAMI standard for the  extra hot factory or hand loaded rounds that may be chambered in this gun. of trigger pull. I remember the very first time I fired a .44 mag……. If Dyspeptic is reading this, how in the hell can thread lube blow up a massively over-built gun like the Redhawk? Thread Status: Not open for further replies. Ruger Redhawk Revolver. I recently walked into the depths of hades, ie local gun store and found the mythological creature known as the blued redhawk hunter. Removing the wooden grip panels reveals a single coil spring that supports the trigger, hammer and transfer bar safety, which prevents the revolver from firing if dropped. I also have a pair of Model 29’s (one horrid nickel and one a beautiful blue) plus a Dan Wesson. I’ve had a Redhawk 44 mag w/ the long barrel for thirty years now. I encourage you to consider the 7.5 inch barrel instead of the 5.5 inch barrel. It packs one hell of a punch and is loaded with top-grade features for hunters. Author Workman put … It is certainly better than nothing, of course. Hogue grips feel skinny and unnatural. By Dave Workman. If money were no object, I'd pick one up in a heartbeat. And while I would still like to get a 5.5″ model one day, I am glad I got the 7.5″er. I would contact Ruger and see about the scope rings I have had a scoped Redhawk for the past 15years with zero problems, I completely degrease the mounts and used Loctite 241 (the blue stuff) mounted a Leopold 4x satin fixed power and never looked back. The round-faced trigger cycled smoothly and cleanly in double and single action mode. The Ruger Redhawk 44 magnum is a conventional revolver. And sure, it’s harder to carry than your LCR, but what did you expect? Luckily, Redhawks have good triggers right out of the box. Just bought a stainless Ruger Redhawk wirth the 7 1/2 inch barrel. I suppose it’s just a happy bonus that I think the Redhawk is sexy as all get-out. I liked it so much I bought a couple of GP100s and have just about quit firing semi-auto pistols. “Legend tells of a Redhawk born of the depths of Hades in an age long past that boasted a mystical blued finish.”. Functioned wonderfully, handled great, best .44 mag I've ever had, why the Hell did I sell that thing? I plan on scoping it because I like to use a scope more than open sights. They’re long, heavy, and rarely smooth. Buffalo Bore was kind enough to provide several types of ammunition to use for the Redhawk review. For a Ruger Redhawk price well under MSRP, you get a 357 Magnum/38 Special, 44 Mag/44 Special, or 45 ACP/45 Colt that delivers uncompromising performance and unmatched power for intense hunting or home defense scenarios. I love owning and shooting all my revolvers. The yoke showed no signs of binding or roughness allowing the cylinder to swing out easily to the left side of the frame when released. I prefer the chest holster for a couple reasons. The 1.77" wide fluted 6-shot cylinder features cylinder bolt notches that are offset from the chambers (the thinnest part of the cylinder) for added chamber strength. I hope yours isn’t in the K-boom category. I don’t know if that warning applies to the X frames. and I like to eat ice cream, Magnum Chocolate is very delicious. w/o the integral scope mounts, the Super Blackhawk should require a gun smith to install mounts and even then some damage to the gun may occur. Ruger American: Top-Selling Bolt-Action Rifle of 2020, Review: Hornady Super Subsonic Hunting Loads, Review: Cylinder & Slide Services Custom Ruger Super Redhawk, © 2021 National Rifle Association of America. I would like to pick up the 4″ Redhawk someday though. But I’m also a recoil junkie. The double action trigger requires a little more effort, is still glass smooth until it stacks with a slight bit of hesitation then it breaks just like in single action. Having said that and used and owned Smiths, Colts, Rugers, Taurii and various others, I prefer the stock factory Smith actions over the others. My Redhawk doesn’t come in 44 but in .41(5 1/2”bbl)But that’s pretty close as recoil is concerned.I own 3 .44 Mag altough none in Redhawk ”fashion”.While I agree with most of what is being said here,I must say that comparing a S&W to a Ruger is comparing oranges to apples. Read honest and unbiased product reviews from our users. The fire ball is really bright through the scope. LOVED that gun! This Redhawk differs from previous models in that it has a dual-caliber configuration that allows it to safely fire .45 ACP semi-auto pistol cartridges as well as .45 Colt revolver cartridges. Ruger Redhawk 44 Magnum Review. I suppose it depends on your definition of “better.”. Unfortunately, it’s not all sunshine and rainbows over here in Redhawk land. The … It’s the only reason I would get the Redhawk because my Super Blackhawk also has superior handling characteristics and accuracy which startles some onlookers. Winchester Super X .45 Colt 225-gr. Best Pistol ever made. Never had a problem with the mounts and the beast shots dead on each time. Beautiful looking pistol also. I expected much better performance from this load and was not disappointed. Although my .44 mag is a Blackhawk. it gave me a tingle in my manly places. And the author is right, the different loads useable in these guns makes them so much fun. And if you go out looking for one, I highly recommend considering a Redhawk 44. Like other Ruger revolvers, the button-like release is pressed into the frame instead of sliding forward (Smith & Wesson) or pulling to the rear of the frame (Colt). Originally chambered in.44 Magnum — and later.41 Magnum,.45 Colt and.357 Magnum — the Redhawk was and is built to take a pounding that few other handguns can handle over the long term. I love the .44. You can hand tighten the rings to the barrel pretty rigidly (or so it would seem). by B. Gil Horman - Another blemish on the Redhawk’s track record is the God-awfully butt-ugly warning stamped on the side of the barrel. I don’t have a really eloquent way of wrapping up this review, so I’ll leave you with these parting words. In true internet commando fashion, there are plenty of people berating the “inferior” strength of those cast Ruger frames online. My scope rings (at least one of them) were on the frame, so I did a little digging. It’s much more comfortable, and accessible, in a chest holster than it would be on my hip in that situation. Ruger Redhawk 45 automatic colt pistol review. I agree that the .44 Special is an immense pleasure to shoot, but the Magnum absolutely outperforms the Special. First and foremost, the Ruger Alaskan is a massive handgun weighing in at 45 ounces – unloaded. https://www.google.com/search?q=maserati+with+roof+rack&ie=utf-8&oe=utf-8#imgrc=_VStVa8QHirgOM%253A%3Bundefined%3Bhttp%253A%252F%252Fwww.roofcarriersystems.com.au%252Fwordpress%252Fwp-content%252Fuploads%252F2011%252F09%252FIMG_09781.jpg%3Bhttp%253A%252F%252Froofcarriersystems.com.au%252F2011%252Fmaserati-quattroporte-with-roof-racks%252F%3B2592%3B1936: As for the strength of the different ways of making the S&W and the Ruger. So, I stuck to standard pressure .45 Colt loads for testing. I broke my wrist in many places years ago and have found the Single Action revolvers difficult too shoot so I do not even consider the Blackhawk (I had one years ago and could not perform follow up shots easily). The Redhawk and Super Redhawk double-action revolvers, for example, are powerful, strong wheelguns—with the latter carrying the design to its logical conclusion for outdoor enthusiasts and those who simply like big double-action handguns. Can’t seem to get enough of these things.My triggers were worked on all three of these 44 mag hand guns and as far as single action pull, only a very slight edge to the 629. The author’s.44 Magnum Redhawk has a 5 1/2-inch barrel. The Redhawk is a perfectly practical double-action when chambered for just .45 Long Colt but recessing the cylinder to accept .45 ACP moon clips takes its flexibility to a new level. I’ve heard of .44 mag N frames firing tens of thousands of rounds without a hitch. No matter how I twist and turn, the keys will not open that lock. Ruger Super Redhawk Review. Ruger Redhawk Review at TTAG. The Redhawk is on my list of "someday" guns, but it never seems to jump to the top of the list. So the winner here is me. Ruger opted to bring back the round-butt grip frame for the .45 ACP/.45 Colt version, which is an excellent choice. When they started losing sales to Ruger’s Single Six they started making the L frames. The cylinder on the 357 Magnum version is really massive and should be collector’s item if they are to be found. I mean, would you put a roof rack on a Maserati?”, A nice heavy scope like the one on my Super Redhawk did wonders for taming the bite of full-power magnum loads. Does anyone actually use DA for hunting anyway? Thanks for the review, it was great and thorough! When I take it to a public range, people tend to start asking me to give them a heads up before I shoot the heavy loads. Not unbearable by any means, but it does take some getting used to. It is made from high grade steel and is available as either blued or stainless steel. Ruger’s single-spring mechanism allows for a smooth, light trigger pull. It refers to hand loads!? If … Since Smith developed the X-frame, there is no longer the sexy Smith vs. the buff Ruger dichotomy. That said, the single-action trigger is the bomb. Guns: I am sold on the double action. I agree about it and very interested. The damned scope rings. As of 2018 Ruger is still turning out this gun under the Super Redhawk Alaskan name in multiple big bore calibers. The boxy frame featured a push-button cylinder latch, broad top strap, and a fully adjustable rear sight fixed by a short stem pinned into place. As far as I know I’m the third owner. But because the Redhawk cylinder was originally designed to accommodate the relatively long, rimmed .45 Colt revolver cartridge, the tops of the chambers and the ejector star needed to be recessed to make room for full moon clips to support the shorter, rimless .45 ACP cartridge. Not only does it improve accuracy (longer sight radius) and reduce recoil a little bit (simply because it is heavier), that extra 2 inches of barrel increases muzzle velocity somewhere between 70 and 100 fps. It’s a minor annoyance as I don’t use them anyway, but come on. Thanks to our sponsors Ventura Munitions and Grizzly Targets. A while later, I bought a Dan Wesson .44 mag double action revolver. If you have a local gun store that has both, give both of them a try. So, I loaded up with a cylinder full of Specials, and…. Reinforcing the top strap, barrel, cylinder and other structural areas on this cannon has its penalties. Great review, thanks for taking the time! If you don’t own a revolver, you should. The strongest and most corrosion … By Dave Workman. The 44-oz. I like the Redhawk. Here’s what I think so far. I was an idiot and sold my beautiful target grey .454 Ruger to get the .460 Smith XVR 8 3/8″. And that’s with the stock grip. Make no mistake, I’m not criticizing the Ruger Redhawk or any of the ammo I used in this review. The revolver operated flawlessly without any technical issues at all. The revolver arrives with three moon clips in the case and additional three-packs can be purchased for $14.95 at shopruger.com. I think it is also very elegant, specially in stainless steel. I love going to the range. Gun Review: Ruger Super Redhawk in .454 Casull The sixgun has thick cylinder walls and uses the current pin-less extractor common to all Ruger DA revolvers. It produces a modest velocity, in the 700-900 fps range, and it’s an awesome range round. The wooden panels are checkered along the sides for improved purchase but smooth along the rear to allow the grip to roll back in the hand like the models fitted with the larger grip. Never used one. I had heard that Ruger gave up on the target gray finish because it didn’t hold up to their standards for wear. Comparable to a .45 ACP load, you can have fun with these pea shooters all day long. Some firearms enthusiasts believe it to be the strongest .44 Magnum revolver in its class. Fortunately, this one wasn’t half bad. I own one of these super awesome pistols. Both are large handguns that you will never carry everyday concealed due to their size and weight. The .45 ACP is significantly cheaper to practice with, there are a wide variety of defensive loads available for home and personal protection, and it allows the revolver be put to practical use in IDPA or similar revolver competitions. They all did exactly as advertised and did it with great gusto. You squeeze, just so slightly, and the trigger doesn’t budge. Ruger Redhawk’s Construction. The Redhawk cylinder locks up front and back, has a massive … I managed to acquire one, with a 5.5″ barrel, at my local gun store last year (2019). In the late 1970s, Ruger hired Harry Sefried (formerly of High Standard Manufacturing) to design the company's first big bore double-action revolver. The same can be said of the excellent round-butt grip. This little pin comes in handy when dismantling the firing mechanism for cleaning or maintenance. I would sell it; but no less than $2000 dollars due to the fact it is in perfect shape and not many owners would sell their awesome Ruger Redhawk Stainless Steel 7 1/2 Inch long 44 Mag Pistol because it’s hard to replace it due to people don’t want to let it go. I’m 67 and love the feel of power and the recoil that is a part of it. In past reviews I have hardly been shy about expressing my personal appreciation for beefy big-bore revolvers. Needless to say, unless you’re built like Shrek, this is not a contender for EDC duty. The Ruger Redhawk series of double-action revolvers was designed from the ground up for hunting large and dangerous game. Ryan Cross. It had no provision for a scope though and for me the 44 Mag has always been a 100 yard “short rifle.” Ruger Super Redhawk Revolvers Review Conclusion As you can see from the above review, the Super Redhawk is certainly one of the best big-bore revolvers for hunting. Mine came with the factory hardwood grips, and as you can see, they are considerably smaller than the (what I believe to be) Pachmayr grips on the 5.5-inch Redhawk seen here. Love taking the .44 Mag to the range because the same thing always happens: everyone moves two benches away because of the muzzle blast and then they come back to see how it is I’m able to hit 6 inch wide cans at 100 yds with a pistol. I kind of like the look of the Redhawk. It seems to me that “revolver guys” tend to fall into one of two camps: Those who have an affinity for the elegant, classic lines of the Smith & Wesson revolvers and those who gravitate more to the rugged, overbuilt simplicity of the Ruger revolvers. I loved my Redhawk .44 mag with a 5 1/2' barrel. James finds out. She insisted on trying the full magnum round; it backed her up a couple of steps but didn’t intimidate her. Some people choose powerful firearms for the reason adolescent boys crave muscle-cars: image. At first glance I thought it was only 45 Auto, but the fine print states it is chambered for 45 auto or 45 colt. Now, as you may have guessed, this long-snouted mongrel is a bit front-heavy. My favorite, if I were to acquire one, is the 5.5 inch barrel. And one need not devote more than a moment to addressing things like reliability; there’s simply no question. But, he wanted more. Unique, single-spring mechanism allows for a smooth, light trigger pull. Listen to your mama’s words, use both hands. This large frame revolver is one of the thickest, heaviest, and most robust guns a shooter can own. Functional and nondescript. As far as I’m concerned, belt carry is OUT. One of my favorite handloads is a 200-grain RNFP (round nose, flat point) cast bullet loaded for .44 Special. And you can go up, up and away with your reloading. I also have a Taurus Reging Bull in .454 Casull great pistol but not even a comparable pistol you could evaluate. Even using a mechanical advantage to suck them down tight…no dice. If you have a Redhawk, do not get rid of it, it is a great weapon. Gun Review: Ruger Super Redhawk Alaskan Double-Action Revolver, Gun Review: Ruger New Model Super Blackhawk Hunter in .44 Magnum, Gun Review: Colt King Cobra .357 Revolver, Gun Review: Ruger Super Redhawk Alaskan Double-Action Revolver in .454 Casull, Gun Review – Smith and Wesson Model 629 .44 Magnum Revolver. Ruger Super Redhawk .480 This big double-action revolver/cartridge combination is a great blend of power and shootability. Love the chest holster idea. Both are nice but the Redhawk is bad to the bone as far as max loads go. Great review. This is the best weapon I have ever owned out of many. I HATE the feeling of a boat anchor pulling on my belt. Elmer Keith is a household name around here, but to those who may not be so enlightened, pop a squat. 240 grain factory ammo. Nov 22, 2016 - Explore Bob Brown's board "ruger redhawk 45" on Pinterest. I have put at least a thousand rounds thru it… Some of those were a 320 gr JD Jones designed cast bullet…. Originally chambered in .44 Magnum — and later .41 Magnum, .45 Colt and .357 Magnum — the Redhawk was and is built to take a pounding that few other handguns can handle over the long term. I had one with the 7.5 barrel a few years back. For those of you who’ve never experienced the joy of shooting a mild .44 Special load, you’re missing out. My 30+ year old Redhawk came without rings and the mounting cuts, which I thought were ugly. In full disclosure, I brought the target in to 15 yards for this group, but still. See more ideas about ruger, 45 acp, revolver. Photo courtesy GunBlast.com. Your grandchildren might wear out that N frame. Only available in stainless steel, the KRH-444 employed a brushed finish. Bad Ass Mamma. I’ve always been one to abide by the “function before form” mantra passed down by generations of broke farmers. What does this have to do with my favorite feature? But with iron sights, I’d probably never have taken it hunting at all. Buffalo Bore, Garrett, Underwood, and possibly a few other “performance” ammo manufacturers sell .44 Magnum loads that they specify are for Rugers, Marlins, and a few other custom-built revolvers. In addition, the cylinder itself is longer … 10 oz. By the time the design was finalized, the threading issue had been resolved, but Ruger put the Super Redhawk into production anyway because so much money had been invested in its design. Thursday, October 22, 2015. Nice review. When I do, they move over a couple tables. Plagued with purported sticky extraction since its inception in 2001, the on-again, off-again .480 Ruger SRH is back for good now. The design and ergonomics aren’t a problem for me, but I did have an issue with the edge of the cylinder hitting my left thumb (off hand) before I learned that you can’t use the same grip on a revolver as you do a semi-auto! Ruger 5032 Redhawk .45 Colt / .45 ACP review; If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ by clicking the link above. It took me a few minutes before I figured out what was going on. Various configurations include blued and stainless-steel models with barrel lengths ranging from 4.20” to 7.50". I have shot a 7.5 inch with heavy loads and recoil is very manageable; I found it accurate to 100 yards and could easily be used for metallic silhouette to 200 meters. However, the Alaskan is one of few revolvers capable of handling the heaviest hitting .44 Magnum loads on … The thing is a beast, and I love it. I have two shoulder rigs for carry, both Uncle Mike’s. Worn properly, it fits that role well. Elmer Keith was the instrumental figure in developing the .44 Magnum cartridge. Before test firing this gun I checked in with the technicians at Ruger to verify ammunition compatibility for this revolver. To start viewing messages, select the … The Best Hunting Handgun On The Market – The Ruger Super Redhawk Today, we’re going to be reviewing the Ruger Super Redhawk, like the kind you can find here at Cabela’s. If it hurts, put on shooting gloves or change the grips to recoil absorbent rubber like Pachmayr grips. Yours looked a bit different than mine, my grips were rubber with a wood insert. Couldn’t ask for a better trigger. While that is not a huge deal in the big scheme of things, more velocity is always better if it comes without extra recoil. And my standard for taking my Super Blackhawk deer hunting was that I had to consistently hit 11 oz coffee cans at 100 yds. Underwood is what I got. I plan on making it into a hunting gun for college, I’ll rebarrel it and do some trigger work to it. Wow. Cleaning procedures are about as simple as it gets. The cylinder is slightly shorter, and both Underwood and Buffalo Bore do not include the 629 on their list of guns that can handle the mega loads for the 44 mag revolvers. See more ideas about ruger revolver, revolver, ruger. That being said, the Redhawk is a woods gun. Excellent review. Anyways my N-frame .357 Smith is built on a .44mag frame, so I have no worries. Single action breaks like glass, double is stiff but very smooth, and if I practice grip discipline while dry firing the sights don’t move. But I also recognise their limits. Simple lines, ruggedly built. I served as a boarding officer in the USCGR, and our reserve range officer was a Maine State trooper and armorer. The big news for 2014 is the return of the .480 Ruger Super Redhawk. It is the strongest double action 44 cal revolver around, just as strong as the Dan Wesson 445 Super but no as heavy. Privacy Policy   •   Contact Us   •   Warnings   •   FAQs   •  © 2021 National Rifle Association of America, Women On Target® Instructional Shooting Clinics, Volunteer At The Great American Outdoor Show, Marion P. 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The original six-shot double action/single action Ruger Redhawk is a large frame revolver originally designed as a hunting handgun. This latest version of the Redhawk features an all stainless steel construction with a satin finish. My 7-shot GP100 currently fills the role of a high (or higher than usual) caliber centerfire revolver. In 2003, Ruger introduced the Super Redhawk in .480 Ruger, which was a proprietary round designed by Ruger designed specifically for the Super Redhawk. But, after a dozen dry firings, the rings are loose. To cycle the trigger in double action mode called for 11 lbs. The new Ruger Redhawk .45 ACP/.45 Colt revolver can be best described as a just-right big bore. The sights were clear and easy to see. Wearing a 5.5-inch barrel, the new stainless steel Ruger Redhawk revolver chambered for the potent .357 Magnum cartridge is an 8-shooter that is both accurate and, thanks to the 49-ounce weight, comfortable on recoil. Subscribe for FREE now to ensure you never missa single vital update... ©COPYRIGHT 2021, THETRUTHABOUTGUNS.COM ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. I happen to find this Ruger, as well as my old .454, to be beautiful guns. Back in the days when men were men this would’ve been top notch edc. Then strolled out, ready to slay any beast that the mighty Hercules faced . At 25 yards, the Redhawk produced the best single five-shot group of 2.72" and an average of 3.06" with Hornady Critical Defense .45 Colt 185-gr. Now that I’m 63 years old with prescription glasses, I have been doubting the wisdom of that decision; you made me feel a lot better about it. When Ruger … Got a couple of them. Constructed of … Thank you for your review! The original six-shot double action/single action Ruger Redhawk is a large frame revolver originally designed as a hunting handgun. I also prefer the chest holster because a lot of the times I have this revolver strapped on, I’ll also be wearing a pack on my back. One of my rarer smart decisions was to buy a Marlin lever gun in .44 mag some 20 years ago (pre-Freedom group) as a companion rifle to use the same ammo when hunting. I second guessed myself for missing the opportunity to get a 610 S&W for a reasonable price back when they were common. It is made from high grade steel and is available as either blued or stainless steel. In any case I wanted to get one before Ruger stops production and the 10mm SRH performs as good as I hoped. I bought brand new leather from Simply Rugged to carry it around. Built to handle heavy calibers, the Ruger Redhawk revolver comes in shield and shroud barrels with luxe hardwood or ergonomic Hogue grips, and features rugged stainless steel construction, a triple locking … It was introduced in 1979 in .44 Magnum caliber to compete with Smith and Wesson's large N-Frame Model 29 .44 Magnum revolver made famous in … We can't imagine carrying a Super Redhawk or … And the double-action trigger on the Taurus Raging Bull that I tested was by far and away the best factory trigger that I have ever felt on any revolver. Time to put the Redhawk through the paces. It’s a beautiful revolver. It took some back and forth, but in 1955 the .44 Remington Magnum and the S&W Model 29 were born. Or you might find that it balances just fine. That makes it very popular for use by handloaders as it handles … In the words of Jerry Miculek, “If your support hand doesn’t hurt as much as your shooting hand, you’re doing something wrong.” Or something like that. It’s super powerful and accurate as hell. This one is staying with me until I die, then going to my eldest boy…. As far as I’m concerned, there is no better revolver to be had. When Ruger came out the 10mm SRH it surprised me. Thankfully I still have my single action Ruger .44 Blackhawk. On second thought, don’t. Preferring single action … In the video above, Jeff Quinn of GunBlast.com demonstrates the wheelgun using both .45 ACP defensive rounds, and some heavy-hitting .45 Colt. There was a little rust on the cylinder beneath the extractor that was easily taken care of with a thorough cleaning. That’s what I was thinking, DA is for close quarters defense, SA for accuracy. As the author of the review suggested, Smith and Wesson revolvers seem to have better double-action triggers and Ruger revolvers are built stronger to be more durable. That was the impetus for Ruger to design their Super Redhawk; they extended the frame to 2.5″ so that the barrel had plenty of “meat” to thread into. With products made in America, Ruger offers consumers almost 800 variations of more than 40 product lines. The Redhawk’s Return. It seems there was an issue with the barrel going K-boom that was blamed on thread lubricant during assembly. As you can see, there wasn’t much “accuracy” to be seen…. (This is a reader-submitted review) By Russ C. in Alaska The Ruger Redhawk is Sturm, Ruger & Co.’s flagship revolver, providing the user with the cannon-like firepower of the.44 Magnum since its introduction in 1979. The .44 Mag is definitely more powerful than the .44 Special. Owning one makes you proud and no one will tell you should have bought something else. The young lads behind the counter were like eh, it’s not an auto, so I Purchased her at a great price. Discussion in 'Handguns: Revolvers' started by Saleen322, Mar 5, 2018. Perfect for those who find themselves traipsing about in the Alaskan bush, looking for trouble. Wearing a 5.5-inch barrel, the new stainless steel Ruger Redhawk revolver chambered for the potent .357 Magnum cartridge is an 8-shooter that is both accurate and, thanks to the 49-ounce weight, comfortable on recoil. I goofed and didn't catch it until I opened the box at my FFL. The .480 Ruger is a handgun hunting rounds that has lower pressures than the .454, so it is more pleasurable to shoot while still offering significantly more power than either the .45 Long Colt or .44 Magnum …