^Lot 3376 EXCEPTIONAL RUGER 44 FLAT TOP BLACKHAWK REVOLVER.

Cal. 44 Mag. S# 4854. Bbl. is 6 1/2" with serrated blade integral to ramped base front sight plus proper "Micro" marked rear sight with early index mark on elevation screw. Mfg. 1957 (1956-1962) as Type 2A BKH46; long throw offset slotted steel ejector housing, dimpled ejector rod head and XR3 grip frame with contoured rosewood grips having black eagle medallions. References state 2,500 units of this scarce variation produced. Eagle logo on frame and without "INC." on barrel. Wide bands on base pin like Single-Sixes and capped base pin latch. Vivid plum hue to loading gate. Does not have factory safety update parts; original lockwork. CONDITION: all aspects near excellent including bore and grips. Exceptional low numbered collector grade Flat Top. (26-1032/NW). CURIO. $750-1,000.