New hunting handgun/backup handgun

[Mrvmax]

I have always wanted a handgun in 41 magnum and I finally got one. I picked up a Ruger Blackhawk with 4.6" barrel. I loaded up some ammo and made it to the range yesterday.

I painted the from sight with fluorescent paint to make it easier to see. I was pretty surprised at how well it shot. I am pretty confident I can group well enough at 50 yards to use it to hunt. As I get more range time, I will see how well I can group at 50. I will carry it as my backup when I hog hunt (it will go into the rotation with my XDM full size in 10mm and my 4" S&W 500 revolver). I may try to change out the grips on it to make it more comfortable.

 

[Axl]

Love the 41 Mag. I have a 3 screw Blackhawk 6.5" and a S&W M57 4".

 

[sambo3006]

Another fan of the .41 mag. I have two 6.5" Ruger Blackhawks, a three screw and a new model. In the past, I put on a Pachmayr rubber grip because I have somewhat big hands. What I discovered was that felt recoil was much worse, with it being focused on the web of my hand between my thumb and first finger. Once I swapped back to the original grips, which allowed it to slide in my hand during recoil, it was much more pleasant to shoot. Have fun with your new .41 mag!

 

[41Magnum]

Been shooting a 41 Magnum since 1979, T/C Contender 10" barrel, still have it and it shoots as good today as it did when purchased. Also have a Ruger SRH in 41. Took a nice 9pt last fall with it.

 

[Rosebud]

Waiting for a.41 mag barrel from Bulberry at the present. Ported contender barrel. This may be the largest bore I'm going to be able to shoot well, arthritis is a pain. Old age has set up shop.