Ruger Old Army Revolver Black Powder .44 Caliber

Description

The Ruger Old Army is one of the strongest, most over?built black powder revolvers ever produced—a modern interpretation of the classic 1858 Remington silhouette, engineered with Ruger’s signature durability. Chambered in .44 caliber (cap & ball), it features a solid steel frame, 7.5" barrel, and six?shot cylinder, giving it the rugged performance needed for heavy black?powder loads while maintaining the timeless appeal of frontier?era wheelguns.

Unlike traditional cap?and?ball revolvers, the Old Army was built using modern steels, precision machining, and a reinforced top?strap design, allowing it to handle stout charges with confidence. Its adjustable rear sight and post front sight provide a clean, accurate sight picture, while the loading lever assembly ensures smooth seating of round ball or conical projectiles. Available in blued or stainless finishes with classic hardwood grips, the Old Army delivers consistent accuracy, reliability, and unmistakable Old West character.

Key Features

• Modern?Built Black Powder Revolver — Stronger than traditional 19th?century cap?and?ball designs.
• 7.5" Steel Barrel — Excellent velocity and accuracy for target or field use.
• Solid Frame w/ Top Strap — Rugged construction inspired by the 1858 Remington.
• Adjustable Rear Sight — Precision aiming for round ball or conical loads.
• Six?Shot Cylinder — Reliable ignition and smooth cycling.
• Blued or Stainless Finish — Durable, classic, and built for hard use.
• Loading Lever Assembly — Easy seating of projectiles for consistent performance.
• Hardwood Grips — Traditional Ruger grip frame for comfortable handling.

Specifications

Brand: Ruger 
Category: Black Powder Revolvers 
Model: Old Army
Caliber: .44 caliber (cap & ball)
Capacity: 6
Action: Single?action
Frame Finish: Blued or stainless
Frame Material: Steel
Frame Description: Solid frame w/ top strap
OAL: Approx. 13.5 in
Hand: Right
Sight Style: Adjustable rear / post front
Barrel Finish: Blued or stainless
Barrel Material: Steel
Barrel Length: 7.5 in
Ignition: Percussion cap
Stock Material: Hardwood
Grip Style: Traditional Ruger grip frame
Weight: ~2.75 lbs
Includes: Loading lever assembly
Safety: Half?cock notch

Wild Zebra Notes

• One of the strongest black powder revolvers ever made—built far tougher than any 19th?century original.
• Adjustable sights + 7.5" barrel = excellent accuracy with round ball or conicals.
• Stainless models are especially desirable for shooters; blued models appeal strongly to collectors.
• A standout choice for customers wanting a frontier?style revolver with modern Ruger engineering.