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Posted: 11/2/2023 12:34:51 PM EDT
I’ve been waiting for a Vaquero or Blackhawk convertible to become available for a couple of years, every time I look they’re OOS everywhere.
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Posted: 11/2/2023 12:41:54 PM EDT
[Last Edit: wildearp]
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Posted: 11/2/2023 5:50:49 PM EDT
[Last Edit: KILLERB6]
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Just like Colt SAAs, they’ve always been scarce (past several years) and they’re pretty much if not all allocated…to places like Lipsey’s.
Try Gunbroker. |
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Posted: 11/2/2023 6:01:11 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryNo convertibles at Buds, apart from the 22 versions. Not sure if Lipseys has them or not, says it may not be available. I’ll have to contact them. Thanks. |
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Posted: 11/2/2023 6:01:55 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By KILLERB6: Just like Colt SAAs, they’ve always been scarce (past several years) and they’re pretty much if not all allocated…to places like Lipsey’s. Try Gunbroker. Gunbroker probably is my best bet. |
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Posted: 11/2/2023 6:05:11 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryNothing in stock. I've been keeping an eye out for a .357/9mm Flattop for quite a while. |
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Posted: 11/2/2023 6:45:32 PM EDT
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Center fire convertibles are going to be very difficult to find, especially new.
Gunbroker maybe. |
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Posted: 11/2/2023 6:52:59 PM EDT
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Is it an exclusive? Those are always tougher to get. The wheel guns always seem to have a backlog and the longer they are out of stock the worse it is when they finally get built.
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Posted: 11/2/2023 6:53:01 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By KILLERB6: Center fire convertibles are going to be very difficult to find, especially new. Gunbroker maybe. Any idea why? |
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Posted: 11/2/2023 6:54:46 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ALASKANFIRE: Is it an exclusive? Those are always tougher to get. The wheel guns always seem to have a backlog and the longer they are out of stock the worse it is when they finally get built. No, I’m not looking for a specific model, the only thing I’m worried about is barrel length. |
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Posted: 11/2/2023 9:46:59 PM EDT
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There’s a bunch of convertible Blackhawks on Gunbroker.
Local shop has a 357/9mm stainless 6.5” .. |
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Posted: 11/2/2023 10:22:42 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Sputnik556: No, I’m not looking for a specific model, the only thing I’m worried about is barrel length. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Sputnik556: Originally Posted By ALASKANFIRE: Is it an exclusive? Those are always tougher to get. The wheel guns always seem to have a backlog and the longer they are out of stock the worse it is when they finally get built. No, I’m not looking for a specific model, the only thing I’m worried about is barrel length. Which one? I usually end up just constantly searching for the Ruger item number on sites like gun.deals and similar hoping to get lucky. |
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Posted: 11/2/2023 10:28:19 PM EDT
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Just got a vaquero very easily. At first my dealer said he couldn't get any, about 15 minutes later he had a number of emails from distributors. Got it for about 25% off MSRP.
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Posted: 11/3/2023 2:22:17 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Sputnik556: Any idea why? |
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Posted: 11/3/2023 2:59:23 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ALASKANFIRE: Which one? I usually end up just constantly searching for the Ruger item number on sites like gun.deals and similar hoping to get lucky. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ALASKANFIRE: Originally Posted By Sputnik556: Originally Posted By ALASKANFIRE: Is it an exclusive? Those are always tougher to get. The wheel guns always seem to have a backlog and the longer they are out of stock the worse it is when they finally get built. No, I’m not looking for a specific model, the only thing I’m worried about is barrel length. Which one? I usually end up just constantly searching for the Ruger item number on sites like gun.deals and similar hoping to get lucky. 5.5”. |
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Posted: 11/5/2023 8:23:55 PM EDT
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Pm me we just got a convertable from lipseys
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Posted: 11/19/2023 7:51:04 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Seven-Shooter]
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I have nothing to add, other than this picture of my 4 5/8" flattop convertible.357/9mm:
 I looked for years before it finally popped, and I ordered it right then. Haven't seen another one since (many years now). But I did just order some extended grips for it, and am waiting to see if some holster makers have some sales for Black Friday. |
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Posted: 11/19/2023 9:22:10 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Seven-Shooter: I have nothing to add, other than this picture of my 4 5/8" flattop convertible.357/9mm: https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/129976/AD49F5AF-1494-4D9C-847B-2D0F0670507A-1363928.jpg I looked for years before it finally popped, and I ordered it right then. Haven't seen another one since (many years now). But I did just order some extended grips for it, and am waiting to see if some holster makers have some sales for Black Friday. I wish they would do another batch of those. I’m about to overpay for a blued one just like it. |
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Posted: 3/18/2024 8:02:54 PM EDT
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I got pickier in my search and as a result I still haven’t found one.
 I decided I want a 5.5” stainless Vaquero convertible, preferably .45 Colt/ .45 ACP but .357/9mm would be fine. Been searching all this time with no luck. 
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Posted: 3/21/2024 1:05:33 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Sputnik556: I got pickier in my search and as a result I still haven’t found one. I decided I want a 5.5” stainless Vaquero convertible, preferably .45 Colt/ .45 ACP but .357/9mm would be fine. Been searching all this time with no luck. @Sputnik556 I’ve been looking for the .357/9 convertible for a while and just came across this 45C/45 variant. Not sure if they’re in stock and never ordered from them, but worth a call to see Vaquero Convertible |
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Posted: 3/21/2024 1:18:11 PM EDT
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I work for a Ruger distributor. The last batch of RUG00308 Blackhawk 357/9mm 4.62" blue was 10/31/2023 and the last batch of RUG00318 Blackhawk 357/9mm 6.5" blue was 5/25/23.
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Posted: 3/21/2024 2:35:17 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Sputnik556]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By jcast141: @Sputnik556 I’ve been looking for the .357/9 convertible for a while and just came across this 45C/45 variant. Not sure if they’re in stock and never ordered from them, but worth a call to see Vaquero Convertible Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By jcast141: Originally Posted By Sputnik556: I got pickier in my search and as a result I still haven’t found one. I decided I want a 5.5” stainless Vaquero convertible, preferably .45 Colt/ .45 ACP but .357/9mm would be fine. Been searching all this time with no luck. @Sputnik556 I’ve been looking for the .357/9 convertible for a while and just came across this 45C/45 variant. Not sure if they’re in stock and never ordered from them, but worth a call to see Vaquero Convertible That’s what I need but holy cow that’s a substantial markup. |
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Posted: 3/21/2024 2:36:16 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By jagdkommando: I work for a Ruger distributor. The last batch of RUG00308 Blackhawk 357/9mm 4.62" blue was 10/31/2023 and the last batch of RUG00318 Blackhawk 357/9mm 6.5" blue was 5/25/23. Know anything about these? https://ruger.com/products/vaqueroStainless/specSheets/5141.html |
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Posted: 3/21/2024 9:31:37 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Old_Fashioned]
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They’re hard to find yes. I jumped on a vaquero convertible a few years ago. Was about 650 otd. It’s nice to be able to shoot .45acp.
Mines the 4 5/8 barrel. Accurate with both cylinders  Attached File |
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Posted: 3/21/2024 9:54:15 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By eric496: Nothing in stock. I've been keeping an eye out for a .357/9mm Flattop for quite a while. I wouldn't get too hung up on the convertible model. First Pistol I ever bought (1974 or so) was a used Blackhawk convertible in 357 with a 9mm cylinder. I still have it and it shoots very well with light 38spl target loads , wild full power 357 loads and everything in between . The 9mm shot but accuracy was not at all exciting . Some reports claim the .357 barrel isn't a great match for the 9mm which is usually .355 . Other folks claim the chamber troats in the 9mm cylinder are funky.. In short grab a .357 gun and you will have plenty to play with. At one time it was possible to send a 357 gun back to Ruger and they would fit the extra 9mm cylinder to your gun. I don't know if they still offer that service , what it would cost or what the turnaround time would be. Give Ruger a call. I have often thought about a 45colt 45acp convertible but I believe they are rarer yet. I own several S&W 45acp guns and plenty of 44mags both single and double action so the 45colt isn't very high on my want or need lists. |
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Posted: 3/21/2024 10:03:23 PM EDT
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I wonder why nobody checks GunBroker when they're looking for a specific firearm?
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Posted: 3/21/2024 10:23:39 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ggibbs: I wonder why nobody checks GunBroker when they're looking for a specific firearm? Do you know he didn't check? Seems like he wanted a new gun. Off the top of my head I know several people that have stopped or slowed buying from gunbroker. Have to pay sales tax, added fees by gunbroker, usually high shipping, lots of scammers. Gun you linked is 20 years old and unknown quality. Pictures looks good but there's always a chance problems exist that aren't easily seen. |
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Posted: 3/21/2024 10:56:01 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Jodan1776]
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Posted: 3/21/2024 10:57:56 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ALASKANFIRE: Do you know he didn't check? Seems like he wanted a new gun. Off the top of my head I know several people that have stopped or slowed buying from gunbroker. Have to pay sales tax, added fees by gunbroker, usually high shipping, lots of scammers. Gun you linked is 20 years old and unknown quality. Pictures looks good but there's always a chance problems exist that aren't easily seen. Are you finished? |
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Posted: 3/21/2024 11:40:12 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Sputnik556]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ggibbs: I wonder why nobody checks GunBroker when they're looking for a specific firearm? I checked a few days ago and that wasn’t on there, that’s an old Vaquero (large frame) anyway, which isn’t a deal breaker but not my preference, I was looking for a new small frame. I’ll keep an eye on the price and see where it goes. |
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Posted: 3/21/2024 11:40:57 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Jodan1776: Does it have to be Ruger? https://palmettostatearmory.com/taurus-tracker-692-medium-6-5-357-mag-38-spl-p-9mm-revolver-matte-stainless-2-692069.html No, but it does have to be a single action. |
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Posted: 3/22/2024 10:48:11 PM EDT
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https://grabagun.com/ruger-blackhawk-convertible-stainless-45-lc-45-acp-5-5-barrel-6-rounds.html
Otherwise, sign up for some in-stock notifications if you haven't already. I've found it works great at Grab-a-Gun. I've had several unexpected additions to my collection after receiving notifications weeks or event months after signing up. https://grabagun.com/bsearch/result/?q=ruger+convertible |
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Posted: 3/23/2024 5:40:31 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Dangus: https://grabagun.com/ruger-blackhawk-convertible-stainless-45-lc-45-acp-5-5-barrel-6-rounds.html Otherwise, sign up for some in-stock notifications if you haven't already. I've found it works great at Grab-a-Gun. I've had several unexpected additions to my collection after receiving notifications weeks or event months after signing up. https://grabagun.com/bsearch/result/?q=ruger+convertible Signed up for notification, thanks. |
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KY, USA
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Posted: 3/23/2024 6:20:21 AM EDT
[#33]
Yeah, heck I was in Buds in Lexington last week and they had some new Ruger Single Actions.
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USA
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Posted: 4/6/2024 9:05:24 AM EDT
[Last Edit: SteelonSteel]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Sputnik556: No convertibles at Buds, apart from the 22 versions. Not sure if Lipseys has them or not, says it may not be available. I’ll have to contact them. Thanks. That is one thing I hate about Lipseys or other places that list models.......that they don’t have and won’t have for a few years between production runs. 
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Posted: 4/6/2024 9:19:33 PM EDT
[Last Edit: ExFed1811]
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Single sixes are available everywhere again. I bought my third one last week (5.5 inch barrel convertible) at Academy Sports.
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