The Ruger New Model flat top Blackhawk is in .44 special, a favorite chambering for me. I bought this one via an auction and got a pretty smokin' deal on it. It is a great shooter although the grips are too skinny for me. I will add some aftermarket wood grips to give a bit more purchase to hang onto it. I have a super Blackhawk in .44 magnum that I only shoot .44 specials from and I find that the flat top is a bit more comfortable to shoot since it is a bit lighter.
the .44 special
The .44 magnum super Blackhawk
Next up is a S&W 559 9mm. These are pretty rare as only several thousand 2nd generation pistols were made before switching to the much greater production run 3rd generation. This is a heavy piece of iron - I wouldn't want to be a cop carrying one in a holster all day long but for range shooting it is perfect. Great trigger pull and very accurate.
I've told the wife I'm done buying firearms but I do have my eye on a CZ SxS 20 ga with 26" barrels and a straight stock. Just the thing for doves!
