Blackhawk accuracy 45ACP vs 45LC?

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  • apache67

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    Guys,
    I'm looking at buying a Ruger Blackhawk with both 45ACP/45LC cylinders.
    I've seen online (which is always true, right?) where, due to the difference in bullet diameter, accuracy may be better with one caliber over the other.
    I'm sure someone here has some experience with one of these gun/caliber combos.
    Is there any practical difference in the accuracy between the two?

    Thanks for the advice,
    Apache
     

    DoggyDaddy

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    I have the same gun (7 1/2" barrel) and I've not noticed much difference in accuracy, but I'm no expert pistol marksman by any stretch of the imagination. I just like it for the flexibility of being able to shoot the cheaper 45 acp out of it (without moon clips) for plinking.
     

    Trapper Jim

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    You are good to go. The statement that groove diameter may be a compromise to interchangable calibers is hogwash in most cases.
     

    Leadeye

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    I've shot a lot of cast bullets through that setup from Ruger. Know your bore diameter and chamber mouth dimensions.
     

    apache67

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    Great! Thanks for the info, Guys. I appreciate it. Yeah, my eyes aren't what they used to be, so I won't be shooting past 25 yards anyway.
    I went ahead and placed my bid on Gunbroker. Thanks again.
    Apache
     
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