Hamilton Bowen is a benchmark of excellence in custom pistolsmithing, specifically in revolver work. Building a reputation over the course of the last 45+ years for excellence. This revolver visited Hamilton’s shop in 2008 for the RS01 Standard Issue Package, where Hamilton Tunes the complete action, checks/corrects critical dimensions like gap, throats and forcing cone, fit Bowen rear sight and O/S locking Base pin. Also done was a litany of fine options to include:

-B404 - Deck grip Frame

-RS05 - Caliber Conversion (Convert 357 Magnum to 38/40, including re-boring barrel)

-B430 - Colt Style Blackpowder chamfer

-B300 - Shorten Barrel - finished length 5.5”

-B310 - Custom front sight

-B302 - Target Length ejector rod housing

-B250 - Sight Regulation

-B450 - Color Case Hardening

-B451 - CCH Hammer

-Polished Blue finish

-Custom Fit Stag grips, unmarked

This gun is really a lovely example, on a classic Old Model Ruger. Gun has seen very little use since returning from Hamilton’s shop. This revolver has been converted by Ruger with the transfer bar safety, to allow user to carry 6 rounds loaded. Incredibly handy package in a classic cartridge that has so much potential!

Note the last picture in the gallery, Pictured is Hamilton and Bill Laughridge receiving their Lifetime Achievement Awards from the American Custom Gunmakers Guild. There is a Century of experience crafting fine firearms standing there, what an honor to be there this year to see these gentlemen recognized.

Email Questions: kgbcustoms@gmail.com



$7500 Shipped