I had its predecessor, the Service-Six made 10 years earlier, and it basically is the same gun except for tweeks found on the GP100. Tweeks like better grips regardless who makes them, adjustable front and rear sights. Mine was blue 4 " barrell. Built for punishment as it could take very hot loads and never bat an eye. It sold me on Ruger name. Very accurate. Felt nice in your handand the only thing i ever did to it was add some custom made walnut grips. Love Ruger! What can i say?!! I know you will love this one as well!!
Bought one a couple of weeks ago. Mine came in a more “glock “ like case not the gray plastic like most of my Ruger pistols. Wanted this revolver and gun store caught me in a moment of weakness lol. Getting ammo has been problematic
I own 2 Gp100’s 1 in 10mm match champion $900. the other in 357magnum 6” barrel. Just like this for $800. 10mm ammo is more available and cheaper than the 357mag ammo. $35 vs $45 for a box of 50 currently. I’m currently thinking of names for them both.
I ordered mine online and received it with terrible tooling mark on the cylinder and the rear sight pin already backing out to the right about a 16th of an inch.I have returned to Ruger and hopefully they will take care of me.
My Ruger GP100 is back in my possession. This warranty repair only took 4 weeks total. I could not be happier with Ruger's customer service. All of my issues were resolved. I'm spreading the word Ruger!
Just as a note, not all GP100 models have the quick change, plunger front sight. For example, the Match Champion GP100 (which is supposed to be a competition-grade, upscale 357) does not have this feature. The old dovetail-type front sight is used instead. Why would Ruger make such a stupid and obvious, poor decison?
Here's something even weirder. The TALO exclusive version of the Match Champion has the quick change plunger. www.ruger.com/products/gp100MatchChampion/specSheets/1786.html
To me, it doesn't feel too front heavy, but keep in mind that the feel of a gun is very subjective. It may feel front heavy to others. As for home defense... Just be sure you are comfortable shooting a revolver in a stressful situation. I'm not suggesting that you are a novice. I don't know your level of training and experience. However, I am saying that people that don't shoot revolvers a lot find that doing a double tap with a double action revolver is actually rather difficult. But if you are comfortable with revolvers (or are willing to go to the range to practice), then the GP100 is a solid choice. It's incredibly tough and reliable with just a bare minimum of maintenance.
I hear you bro! How about youtube/google deleting my comment? I don't see anything wrong with what I said, but obviously? ...they were TRIGGERED for some reason! 🤣😂
I have the exact same one😍
It was something about the GP💯 the first time I held it.
This is the gun that I wish I never would have sold. Biggest gun related regret of my life.
I hear that all the time from people about this gun
This is the best best on GP100 in youtube, i really enjoyed it thank you.
I had its predecessor, the Service-Six made 10 years earlier, and it basically is the same gun except for tweeks found on the GP100. Tweeks like better grips regardless who makes them, adjustable front and rear sights. Mine was blue 4 " barrell. Built for punishment as it could take very hot loads and never bat an eye. It sold me on Ruger name. Very accurate. Felt nice in your handand the only thing i ever did to it was add some custom made walnut grips. Love Ruger! What can i say?!! I know you will love this one as well!!
That's a sweet Big Iron! Thanks for sharing, as always.
Great video , appreciate all information, I have the Ruger GP 100 357 magnum 4.2 barrel, no Complaints...👍😊🇺🇸
I have the 6 inch and the 4 inch versions of this fine wheel gun. Nice to see the renewed interest in revolvers.
Specifically Ruger revolvers, my friend! Theyre the best !
I have a very nice 1988 gp100 it's much smoother than the new production models. For sure a classic keeper.
Sir, You have in your possession one of the finest Revolvers ever made!!
Bought one a couple of weeks ago. Mine came in a more “glock “ like case not the gray plastic like most of my Ruger pistols. Wanted this revolver and gun store caught me in a moment of weakness lol. Getting ammo has been problematic
Any luck with the ammo? I've recently bought 1 and only been able to find 2 50 round boxes of 38spc. At a 1 a round
@@ddonjuan48 found a bit very overpriced online a couple weeks ago but that seems like a fluke. Nothing in stores or online here sorry bud
I own 2 Gp100’s 1 in 10mm match champion $900. the other in 357magnum 6” barrel. Just like this for $800.
10mm ammo is more available and cheaper than the 357mag ammo. $35 vs $45 for a box of 50 currently.
I’m currently thinking of names for them both.
Still have mine from the 90's. Shoot only hand loads. One tough thing!
Just bought mine can’t wait to fire it
I’ve often thought the GP would be a great “only” 357 for a minimalist. An only handgun for that matter. Mine is in 22 LR.
The lgs has the five inch version on these in stock... it’s hard to resist.
I know the feeling. And the five inch ones are generally harder to find compared to the others.
I ordered mine online and received it with terrible tooling mark on the cylinder and the rear sight pin already backing out to the right about a 16th of an inch.I have returned to Ruger and hopefully they will take care of me.
Ruger will make it right .
Update?
@@ddonjuan48 Still waiting. Thank you
@@payup2023 hope it works out for you, goodluck
My Ruger GP100 is back in my possession. This warranty repair only took 4 weeks total. I could not be happier with Ruger's customer service. All of my issues were resolved. I'm spreading the word Ruger!
Just as a note, not all GP100 models have the quick change, plunger front sight. For example, the Match Champion GP100 (which is supposed to be a competition-grade, upscale 357) does not have this feature. The old dovetail-type front sight is used instead. Why would Ruger make such a stupid and obvious, poor decison?
Here's something even weirder. The TALO exclusive version of the Match Champion has the quick change plunger.
www.ruger.com/products/gp100MatchChampion/specSheets/1786.html
@@MysteryWheelgunner Unbelievable....why didn't Ruger do that plunger with all the Match Champion versions?!?!?
How is the balance and weight and balance of the 6"? Would this be good for home defense? I'm wondering if it is front heavy?
To me, it doesn't feel too front heavy, but keep in mind that the feel of a gun is very subjective. It may feel front heavy to others.
As for home defense... Just be sure you are comfortable shooting a revolver in a stressful situation. I'm not suggesting that you are a novice. I don't know your level of training and experience. However, I am saying that people that don't shoot revolvers a lot find that doing a double tap with a double action revolver is actually rather difficult.
But if you are comfortable with revolvers (or are willing to go to the range to practice), then the GP100 is a solid choice. It's incredibly tough and reliable with just a bare minimum of maintenance.
I hear you bro!
How about youtube/google deleting my comment? I don't see anything wrong with what I said, but obviously?
...they were TRIGGERED for some reason! 🤣😂
Yeah, TH-cam's weird on comments. I've had my own comments deleted when responding to others.
The Ruger has a two-point lockup system, what you are calling the bolt is not a lock up. It is a timing index.
Huh is that why Ruger calls it a triple locking system? Front, Rear and bottom!
The bolt is a locking point
ماشاالله آمریکا💖💖💖😚