Ruger Lipsey’s Exclusive New Model Blackhawk

A Proper Tribute to John Taffin and the “Perfect Packing Pistol”

Some firearms are tools. Others are heirlooms. And then, every once in a great while, a revolver comes along that feels like a thank you letter forged from stainless steel and walnut. The Lipsey’s Exclusive Ruger New Model Blackhawk commemorating John Taffin is exactly that—a heartfelt tribute to one of the most influential and respected gun writers to ever walk the earth.

John Taffin didn’t just write about revolvers—he lived them. His coined phrase, “The Perfect Packing Pistol,” became part of the revolver lexicon, shaping how generations of shooters viewed single-action revolvers. This Blackhawk, developed in collaboration with Brian Pearce, a close friend of Mr. Taffin, and Lipsey’s, was presented to Taffin before his passing. That alone gives this revolver a gravity that cannot be manufactured and should be honored by any collector.

Specifications at a Glance

• Model: Ruger New Model Blackhawk (Lipsey’s Exclusive)

Model: Ruger New Model Blackhawk (Lipsey’s Exclusive)

• Caliber: .45 Colt / .45 ACP (dual cylinders)

Caliber: .45 Colt / .45 ACP (dual cylinders)

• Frame Size: Medium frame

Frame Size: Medium