Follow Up
Thanks, yes you can see the box latches have been taken off because they got a bit loose but I do have them and the original finishing nails that held them on. There is nothing actually wrong with the box but I may have it professionally refurbished at some point by the Ruger box specialist in the States who is on the Ruger forum. Are you interested primarily in an earlier model BH or SBH? I can keep an eye out for you if you like.
Mike
BC Mike, Hi again, do you go by the same name on the Ruger Forum?
It would be great if you could have the presentation case refurbished by Ruger's own box specialist. What name does he go by on the Ruger Forum?
Years ago, I sold a brand new OM .357 mag. Blackhawk with a 6 1/2 inch barrel that I had bought new in 1969. I think that it cost me $125.00. I have tried to locate that gun, but I have failed to find it.
I do have another Ruger like it on its way to me. It is supposed to be in excellent condition (a leap of faith). The problem is that I want a pair of shooters and, as it turns out, the one that is coming is a rare Ruger. When it comes, I want another one that matches its condition. Then, I'll have to decide if I want to shoot the rare one or sell it and look for another one. As you know, there are quite a few of these availabe in the US.
Once I know what condition, year, that I am trying to match, I would appreciate you keeping a eye out for me.
Take care and have a good one!