How Do You Align A Ruger Blackhawk Rear Sight?
The Ruger Blackhawk is a single action pistol that is significantly different from other single action pistols available. The Blackhawk utilizes Ruger’s transfer bar lock, frame mounted firing pins, all coil spring mechanisms and, most importantly, adjustable sights. The ability to align a Ruger Blackhawk rear sight to account for windage and to adjust for elevation combined with the fixed front sight will give you the edge on any shooting range. You can align your sight easily at a firing range because you will need to fire test your adjustments to be as accurate as possible. Aim and fire your Blackhawk at your target. You want the center of the bull’s-eye to “sit” on the top of the front sight and keep the front sight centered in the opening of the rear sight when you are looking down the barrel. Collect the target and note where, how far and to what direction your bullet was off center. Adjust the elevation first. If your bullet hit the target low, turn the screw on the front of the
