Why did Ruger discontinue the old army?

The reason was the cartridge converters on the market. The ROA was too easy to convert to cartridges. Ruger did not want to deal with it so discontinued the ROA.

Is a RUGER OLD ARMY considered a firearm?

The RUGER® OLD ARMY® is a muzzle loading, percussion revolver intended for use with black powder, percussion caps, and soft lead projectiles. As with any other firearm, however, the “Old Army” must be used with strict attention to correct safety practices.

How powerful is the RUGER OLD ARMY?

Ruger made the ROA very strong and used a modified Blackhawk frame that will handle 44 Mag loads. The gun is NOT the problem, it’s the aftermarket conversion cylinder that Ruger did NOT make. Black powder revolver cylinders are typically rated for about 15,000 psi max pressure.

What caliber is a RUGER OLD ARMY?

The barrel and cylinders were originally listed as being bored for . 44 caliber and later . 45 caliber rounds.

What is a Ruger Old Army worth?

What is a RUGER OLD ARMY pistol Worth? A RUGER OLD ARMY pistol is currently worth an average price of $1,063.00 new and $865.25 used .

What size ball does Ruger Old Army use?

.457”
45, but all use a . 457” round balls or . 454” conical bullets of pure lead.

Does Ruger make black powder pistols?

The Ruger Old Army is a black-powder percussion revolver introduced in 1972 by the Sturm, Ruger company and manufactured through 2008. Models were made with a 7.5″ and a 5.5 inch barrel….

Ruger Old Army
Produced	1972 to 2008
Specifications
Barrel length	7.5″ barrel
Cartridge	Black Powder; Cap & Ball

Is it safe to keep a revolver loaded?

This is not a likely situation, but it is possible, and it is the only possible problem with leaving a revolver loaded (and uncocked). With a gun as normally stored, a revolver can remain loaded, without harm, for decades, (possibly centuries), if the storage conditions are correct.

How long can you leave black powder loaded?

over a period of 24 hours. If black powder picks up sufficient moisture, there is a possibility that the black powder will not burn as fast. High relative humidity may cause erratic behavior. Water may cause the potassium nitrate to migrate out of the black powder and cause corrosion of metallic parts.

What is a Ruger Old Army black powder pistol worth?

What is a RUGER OLD ARMY pistol Worth? A RUGER OLD ARMY pistol is currently worth an average price of $1,063.00 new and $865.25 used . The 12 month average price is $1,063.00 new and $827.70 used.

Should you keep one in the chamber?

When you train with the gun and one in the chamber or not, the answer is no. Carrying your self defense weapon, be it concealed carry or open carry, should be as ready as the law allows. There is no wrong way as long as it’s within the confines of the law and you are comfortable with it.

Is there an old Ruger 45 cal for sale?

For sale is a Ruger Old Army Cap and Ball 45 cal revolver. 7 1/2″ barrel, adjustable rear sight. New in box with original papers. Never been fired. The yellow stuff and the stuff in the barrel and by the front sight is original packing grease.

How big is the barrel of a Ruger Old Army revolver?

Type: muzzleloading, cap and ball, six-shot revolver. Caliber: .45 BP. Proper ball or conical bullet diameter: .457″. Overall length: 13 1/2″ (with 7.5″ barrel) Weight: 2 7/8 pounds. The Old Army uses the frame from the Ruger Blackhawk, renowned for its strength and used on a variety of other Ruger revolvers.

Is the Ruger Old Army a percussion revolver?

A summary of the specifications of Ruger’s Old Army .45 revolver are as follows. The Old Army uses the frame from the Ruger Blackhawk, renowned for its strength and used on a variety of other Ruger revolvers. This is unlike other blackpowder, percussion revolvers, which use historical designs.