Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this classic semi-automatic centerfire rifle for auction; this is the Ruger 44 Standard Carbine!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Ruger
Model: 44 Standard Carbine
Serial: 81432
Date of Manufacture: 1963
Caliber: .44 Magnum
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 18 ½"
Optics/Sights: Dovetail Blade Front with Adjustable Folding Leaf Rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth One-Piece Walnut Stock
Action: Semi-Automatic Rifle
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Ruger Model 44 (commonly called the Ruger .44 Carbine or originally marketed as the “Deerstalker”) is a compact, semi-automatic carbine chambered in .44 Remington Magnum that Ruger introduced in the early 1960s as a handy woods-gun and brush rifle. Designed by Bill Ruger and introduced for production in 1961, the Model 44 uses a gas-operated, rotating-bolt action with a tubular four-round magazine and an 18.25–18.5" target-crowned barrel, giving it a short, fast-handling profile ideal for close-range deer, hogs, and heavy-brush work. Its all-steel receiver, walnut stock and simple sighting (gold bead front and folding leaf rear, with the receiver drilled & tapped for optics) produced a lightweight (~5.75–6.25 lb) yet stiff platform that pointed quickly and delivered the stout ballistics of the .44 Magnum from a handy package — traits that made it attractive to hunters, woodsmen, and shooters wanting a powerful carbine that was easier to maneuver than a full-size rifle. In the field, the Model 44 earned a reputation for being an extremely practical short-range big-game carbine: the relatively heavy .44 Magnum bullets punched well through brush and delivered effective terminal performance inside typical woods-hunting distances, while the rifle’s moderate weight and short length kept it comfortable to carry and fast on target. Owners praised its reliability and the pleasing, rugged Ruger styling, but common notes include sensitivity to lead ammunition fouling in its gas ports (a problem that eased as jacketed .44 Magnum loads became common) and the rifle’s small tubular magazine capacity compared with larger centerfire rifles — tradeoffs inherent to its compact, autoloading design. Ruger produced several factory variants (Sporter, International, RS, and later special editions) during its run before discontinuing the line in the mid-1980s; the Model 44 later inspired Ruger’s Deerfield/Model 99/44 efforts but remains unique for being Ruger’s first production centerfire carbine and a distinctive, collectible tool gun for hunters and Ruger enthusiasts alike.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Model: 44 Standard Carbine
Serial: 81432
Date of Manufacture: 1963
Caliber: .44 Magnum
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 18 ½"
Optics/Sights: Dovetail Blade Front with Adjustable Folding Leaf Rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth One-Piece Walnut Stock
Action: Semi-Automatic Rifle
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Ruger Model 44 (commonly called the Ruger .44 Carbine or originally marketed as the “Deerstalker”) is a compact, semi-automatic carbine chambered in .44 Remington Magnum that Ruger introduced in the early 1960s as a handy woods-gun and brush rifle. Designed by Bill Ruger and introduced for production in 1961, the Model 44 uses a gas-operated, rotating-bolt action with a tubular four-round magazine and an 18.25–18.5" target-crowned barrel, giving it a short, fast-handling profile ideal for close-range deer, hogs, and heavy-brush work. Its all-steel receiver, walnut stock and simple sighting (gold bead front and folding leaf rear, with the receiver drilled & tapped for optics) produced a lightweight (~5.75–6.25 lb) yet stiff platform that pointed quickly and delivered the stout ballistics of the .44 Magnum from a handy package — traits that made it attractive to hunters, woodsmen, and shooters wanting a powerful carbine that was easier to maneuver than a full-size rifle. In the field, the Model 44 earned a reputation for being an extremely practical short-range big-game carbine: the relatively heavy .44 Magnum bullets punched well through brush and delivered effective terminal performance inside typical woods-hunting distances, while the rifle’s moderate weight and short length kept it comfortable to carry and fast on target. Owners praised its reliability and the pleasing, rugged Ruger styling, but common notes include sensitivity to lead ammunition fouling in its gas ports (a problem that eased as jacketed .44 Magnum loads became common) and the rifle’s small tubular magazine capacity compared with larger centerfire rifles — tradeoffs inherent to its compact, autoloading design. Ruger produced several factory variants (Sporter, International, RS, and later special editions) during its run before discontinuing the line in the mid-1980s; the Model 44 later inspired Ruger’s Deerfield/Model 99/44 efforts but remains unique for being Ruger’s first production centerfire carbine and a distinctive, collectible tool gun for hunters and Ruger enthusiasts alike.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
Handgun Standard Shipping with Insurance $50.00
Long Gun Standard Shipping with Insurance $70.00
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Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Additional Details
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