Taylor Ruger Old Army Revolver Conversion Cylinder

The Ruger Old Army is a black-powder percussion revolver introduced in 1972 by the Sturm, Ruger company and manufactured through 2008. Models were made with a 7.5" and a 5.5 inch barrel.

According to this source the revolver was tested by loading each chamber to capacity with Bullseye smokeless powder and a lead ball. While this might result in catastrophic failure in other firearms, the Old Army proved to be strong enough to handle the pressure.

As of 2023 they offer 4 options for the Ruger Old Army

• Ruger Old Army Revolver Conversion Cylinder .45LC $245.00
• Ruger Old Army Revolver Fluted Conversion Cylinder .45LC $280.00
• Ruger Old Army Revolver Stainless Conversion Cylinder .45LC $260.00
• Ruger Old Army Revolver Stainless Fluted Conversion Cylinder .45LC $295

Ammunition Caution! Recommended Ammo Specs Lead ammo that does not exceed 850 fps velocity

Never use +P ammo with these. Standard Pressure and Cowboy Action ammunition. Do not use +P ammo or any other high-pressure ammunition. The use of jacketed ammo may cause slightly more wear to the bore of the barrel than using lead bullets.

sources

• https://gunsmagazine.com/guns/ruger-old-army/
• https://www.taylorsfirearms.com/shop/firearm-parts-enhancements/conversion-cylinders.html?tf_gun_make_model=197

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