The Ruger Super Blackhawk Bisley is a single-action revolver chambered in .44 Magnum, built on a steel frame with a stainless steel finish. The Bisley grip shape sets it apart from standard Blackhawk variants — the lower grip angle and wider hammer spur reduce felt recoil and give you a more consistent hand position through the shot. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: Super Blackhawk Bisley 
• Type: Revolver 
• Caliber: .44 Magnum | .44 Special 
• Barrel Length: 5.5 inches 
• Capacity: 6 rounds 
• Weight: 46 oz (shipping weight 4.9 lbs) 
• Finish: Stainless Steel 
• Frame Material: Steel Frame 
• Grips: Black Laminate with Wood Grip Type 
• Sights: Adjustable Rear/Black Ramp Front Sight 
• Safety Features: Transfer Bar Safety 
   

Features 

The adjustable rear sight pairs with a pinned black ramp front, so you can dial in elevation and windage rather than guessing. Stainless construction handles weather and neglect better than blued steel, which matters when the gun spends time in a field holster. The transfer bar safety means the hammer can't contact the firing pin unless the trigger is pulled fully rearward — a meaningful detail on a carry revolver. 
 
The .44 Magnum chamber also accepts .44 Special, which is useful for practice or reduced-recoil loads. At 46 oz it is a heavy gun; that weight absorbs recoil but makes it less convenient to carry all day. 
 

Usage 

• Big game hunting where the .44 Magnum's terminal performance is the point 
• Range work, including target sessions with lighter .44 Special loads 
• Home defense for owners already comfortable with a heavy single-action platform

Owners of the Ruger Super Blackhawk Bisley .44 Mag 5.5" tend to land in similar places after spending real time with it.

The stainless finish holds up well outdoors — users consistently mention it coming through seasons of hunting and field carry without corrosion issues. The Bisley grip gets a lot of positive attention, particularly from people who found traditional revolver grips punishing with full-power .44 Magnum loads. The lower grip angle keeps the gun from rolling as far in the hand under recoil, and most shooters notice the difference quickly.

Accuracy gets good marks across the board. The trigger is smooth for a single-action and the adjustable sights make it practical to zero the gun for a specific load rather than accepting a fixed compromise.

The main complaints are about weight and recoil. At 46 oz it is genuinely heavy, and carrying it without a quality holster gets old fast. Recoil with full-power loads is substantial — experienced shooters manage it fine, but it is not a gun that is forgiving of poor grip or stance. New shooters often underestimate it.

Some owners wish for more finish and grip options from the factory, and a portion have added aftermarket grips or other modifications. Overall the gun has a strong reputation for reliability and longevity, with most criticism being practical observations rather than defects.