??? Ruger Old Army

[VTDW]

I have wanted a revolver to carry with my 444S when hog hunting and I just picked up a well worn (mostly by holster) but tight Ruger Old Army .44 at a great price and have a few questions.

The serial # indicates that the gun was sold in 1974. The bore measures .451. What round balls and/or projectiles/powder should I purchase?

I would like to purchase one of the drop in cylinders to also shoot regular cartridges. If I purchase or locate one of the drop ins does that mean that the gun will then shoot .45 cal? If so, what cartridge do you recommend? What do I need to look out for?

Thanks folks,

Dave

[xnmr53]

The normal load for a Ruger Old Army is a .457 diameter round ball over 20 to 40 grains of 3Fg.

I have no experience or knowledge of conversion cylinders.

[VTDW]

Thanks for the reply,

Dave