Wild West Guns Wolverine .480 Ruger with OD Green & Graphite Black Cerakote

Published on November 3, 2014
Duration: 4:00

This video showcases a custom Wild West Guns Wolverine revolver, a modified Ruger Super Redhawk chambered in .480 Ruger. The firearm features a Cerakote finish with OD Green and Graphite Black, a shortened and ported barrel, and the option for cylinder modification to accept moon clips for .45 ACP. The presenter notes the intense recoil when firing 600-grain cast lead bullets, comparing it to a .500 S&W.

Quick Summary

The Wild West Guns Wolverine is a custom revolver, often based on the Ruger Super Redhawk, chambered in powerful calibers like .480 Ruger. This example features a durable OD Green and Graphite Black Cerakote finish, a shortened and ported barrel, and can be modified to accept moon clips for .45 ACP. Firing heavy 600-grain bullets results in intense recoil, comparable to a .500 S&W.

Chapters

  1. 00:01Introduction to Sin City Review
  2. 00:04Introducing the Wild West Guns Wolverine
  3. 00:13Base Firearm: Ruger Super Redhawk
  4. 00:19Custom Modifications Explained
  5. 00:27Moon Clip Cylinder Option
  6. 00:36Recoil of 600 Grain Bullets
  7. 00:46Cerakote Finish: OD Green & Graphite Black
  8. 01:07Wild West Guns Branding
  9. 01:12Location: Las Vegas, Nevada
  10. 01:24Manufacturer Stamp: Anchorage, Alaska
  11. 01:33Presenter's Role: Cerakote Application
  12. 01:40True Color Lighting Adjustment
  13. 01:49Standard Stainless Finish Preference
  14. 02:03Cylinder Showcase
  15. 02:31Trigger Assessment
  16. 02:35Intended Use: Backpacking Bear Gun
  17. 02:57Movie Gun Aesthetic
  18. 03:34Call for Questions and Comments

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Wild West Guns Wolverine?

The Wild West Guns Wolverine is a custom firearm built by Wild West Guns, typically a heavily modified Ruger Super Redhawk revolver. These builds often feature shortened and ported barrels, custom finishes like Cerakote, and sometimes cylinder modifications for different ammunition types.

What caliber is the Wild West Guns Wolverine shown in the video?

The Wild West Guns Wolverine featured in this video is chambered in .480 Ruger. The presenter also mentions the possibility of cylinder modifications to allow the use of .45 ACP ammunition.

What kind of finish does the Wild West Guns Wolverine have?

This particular Wild West Guns Wolverine has a Cerakote finish. The frame is finished in OD Green, while the contrasting controls and accents are done in Graphite Black.

How is the recoil of the .480 Ruger Wolverine described?

The recoil when firing 600-grain cast lead bullets through the .480 Ruger Wolverine is described as intense and painful, comparable to shooting a .500 S&W. It's noted as being suitable for a 'bear gun' where recoil management is secondary to power.

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