Difference between new and old model vaquero's - Ruger Forum
2011年7月5日 · The difference is that the original Vaqueros were built on a larger frame, identical to the Blackhawk frames. They had XR3-RED grip frames (and some had birdsheads), and can handle most any ammunition that you feed them. New Vaqueros are built on a smaller frame (more similar to the original Colt SAA).
Old vs New Vaquero - Ruger Forum
2011年4月2日 · The New Vaquero basically can handle up to around 20K PSI (Tier 2 and now been bumped to 23K), while the original Vaquero (or Blackhawk) goes up to 32K CUP (Tier 3). So the New Vaquero is not 'weak' by no means!
Vaquero versus New Vaquero - Ruger Forum
2016年3月12日 · Overall Frame Size: The New Vaqueros are smaller and lighter. For fast shooters, this means they are faster handling. For others, it means they recoil more. There was no way to make an Old Vaq this light, so there's no monetary difference, just a speed advantage.
New VS Old Model Vaqueros - Which do you prefer?
2015年3月25日 · Using the term "Old Model Vaquero" and "New Model Vaquero", most folks familiar with the differences will use these terms for clarity. In point of fact the original Vaquero's are heftier, capable of handling the .44-40, .44 Magnum and .45 Colt's, as well as .357 Magnum.
Ruger (Original) Vaquero vs New Vaquero - RugerForum.com
2011年12月5日 · Aside from the discussion on frame size and Ruger-only loads vs <14,000psi standard 45 Colt loads, were there any design changes or real improvements with the New Vaquero over the original Vaquero that one make it more desirable to own?
new vaquero vs old model vaquero - Ruger Forum
2016年4月4日 · I have an old model vaquero birdshead 3 3/4 bbl 45 colt. How much smaller is the new model birdshead 3 3/4 45 colt. Is there really much of a different feel between the two?
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2015年12月22日 · The significant difference between the New Vaquero and the Vaquero is that the New Vaquero fits Colt size holsters, the "original" Vaquero does not. The Vaquero can handle the top end .44Magnum level handloads. The New …
difference between old and new model vaquero - The Firing …
2008年12月30日 · Firstly, both sixguns are "New Model" Ruger single actions. "Old Model" is an official factory designation for all Ruger single actions produced from 1953-1972. Those lines do not need to be blurred. Vaquero and New Vaquero, simple.
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2010年8月29日 · I have both the original Vaquero and the New Vaquero. The New Vaquero seems to point and handle more naturally. It wouldn't seem that the small difference in size would make that much difference, but it does for me.
How can you tell difference between old & new model Vaqueros
2010年8月18日 · Old Vaqueros have serial numbers starting with 55-00001 and ending with 58-9XXXX the New Vaqueros started with 510-00001. The new ones are marked Ruger New Vaquero on the frame just beneath the cylinder. Aren't the old models considerably larger? Here is two links that gives you all you might need to know about the Vaquero and New Vaquero.