The Ruger Super Redhawk is a SA/DA revolver chambered in .454 Casull with a 7.5-inch barrel, 6-round cylinder, and satin stainless finish. It also accepts .45 Long Colt cartridges. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Ruger 
• Model Name: Super Redhawk 
• Caliber: .454 Casull 
• Action Type: SA/DA (Single/Double Action) 
• Capacity: 6 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 7.5 inches 
• Total Length: 13 inches 
• Weight: 3.3 lbs (52 oz) 
• Sights: Ramp front & adjustable rear 
• Grip Material: Finger Grooved Black Hogue Tamer Monogrip 
• Finish: Satin Stainless 
   

Features 

 
The .454 Casull delivers significant energy for large game -- it also accepts .45 Long Colt, which is a lower-recoil option for practice or lighter use. The 7.5-inch barrel adds velocity and provides a longer sight radius than shorter Super Redhawk variants. Adjustable rear sight allows precise windage and elevation tuning. The Hogue Tamer Monogrip reduces felt recoil with the finger grooves and rubber construction. Transfer bar safety prevents discharge without trigger pull.

The Super Redhawk in .454 Casull draws serious attention from big-game hunters and shooters who work in bear country. Build quality and reliability get consistent marks. The satin stainless resists corrosion well. Accuracy at both short and longer distances is rated positively when paired with quality loads.

Weight and recoil are the two recurring friction points. At 52 oz it's a heavy carry, and the .454 Casull's recoil is genuinely substantial -- less experienced shooters find it demanding. Most owners see the weight as a tradeoff that helps manage that recoil rather than a flaw. The consensus is that this is a specialized tool suited to its intended applications, not a general-purpose carry revolver.