Ruger GP100

History of the Ruger GP100

The Ruger GP100 was the American company's entry into the revolver market in the mid-1980s. It's a no-frills weapon that offers the perfect human-stopping firepower in a compact and relatively comfortable package.

The weapon's firing action is designed to be double-action (DA), and versions are available including five- and six-shot cylinder types with different barrel lengths. Include acceptable chambers depending on model. 357 Magnum, . 44 Special and .22LR.

The cylinder features a "triple lock" design in a solid frame that provides improved chamber alignment with the barrel. The grips are interchangeable to suit the operator's taste and feature ergonomic lugs and exaggerated finger grooves (Hogue single grips are standard and serve as a recoil reduction measure). Sights are mounted on the front and rear of the gun in the usual way.

No special tools are required to remove the turret - this is mainly due to its overall simplicity.

The GP100 is currently (2017) actively marketed by Ruger.

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