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RedHawk Linux
Redhawk may refer to: * Ruger Redhawk, a large frame revolver * Ruger Super Redhawk, a line of double action magnum revolvers * RedHawk Linux, a real-time operating system used by Concurrent Computer Corporation in the early 2000s * Boeing–Saab T-7 Red Hawk, an advanced trainer aircraft See also * Red Hawk (other) * Redhawks (other) {{disambiguation ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ruger Redhawk
The Ruger Redhawk is a DA/SA, large-frame revolver that was first introduced in 1979 by Sturm, Ruger & Company. Made from high-grade steel, it is available in a stainless steel finish. The Redhawk is reinforced to handle extra stress, making it very popular for use by handloaders as it is able to handle both .45 Colt and .44 Magnum loads. In addition, the cylinder itself is longer than most competitors', allowing ammunition to be loaded to a longer overall length. This allows for either increased powder capacity, heavier (and therefore longer) bullets without compromising the powder load, or a combination of both. Custom ammunition manufacturers even have loads made specifically for Ruger revolvers that cannot fit in shorter chambers or revolvers of weaker construction (such as the Smith & Wesson Model 29). This makes the Redhawk popular as a bear defense gun among hunters and trappers. Design and construction The Redhawk was the first large-bore double-action revolver made by Ru ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |