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The Ruger GP100 double-action revolver is specifically designed for heavy
Magnum cartridges and embodies many features found in the famous Ruger Redhawk
and Security-Six revolvers. The GP100 is the first of an entirely new
generation of Ruger double action revolvers. The Ruger GP100 is a medium-frame revolver, which positions it between the
Redhawk large-frame revolver and the SP101 small-frame revolver. The unique frame extension on the GP100 permits the use of full wrap-around
style grips of any desired configuration. This feature reduces overall weight
and contributes to a desirable muzzle heaviness. The crane and cylinder assembly of the GP100 revolver locks directly into
the frame, both at the rear of the cylinder and at the front of the crane. The ejector rod on the Ruger GP100 serves only as an ejector - it does not
rotate with the cylinder. This entire mechanism is readily removable without tools and dismantles,
along with the cylinder/crane group, into a small number of subassemblies for
inspection and cleaning. Ruger GP100 revolvers are available in blued or stainless steel, with fixed
or adjustable sights, and with full or short barrel shrouds in lengths from
3" to 6". The GP100 is an accurate revolver. It is a pretty revolver. You can take it
out in the rain and it won't rust. You can blast away with full-bore .357 loads
and it will not wear out anytime soon. Purchased retail, this identical rig
will set yon buck half the price of anything comparable on the market. If you happy to be looking for a .357 in a medium size that's reliable,
accurate, tough, easy to clean and disassemble, shoots straight, doesn't have
an integral lock, and doesn't cost an arm and a leg, you might consider the
Ruger GP100. These are darned good revolvers. Ruger GP100
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Ruger GP100 Manuals
Instruction Manual for Ruger GP100 Double Action Revolver