Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this semi-automatic rifle for a penny-start auction, this is the Ruger 44 Carbine Rifle.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Ruger
Model: 44 Carbine Rifle
Serial: 102-02003
Date of Manufacture: 1975
Caliber: .44 Mag
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 18.5"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Front Blade with Folding Rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth Wood Stock
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Ruger .44 Carbine Rifle is a classic American semi-automatic sporting rifle that earned a strong reputation for rugged reliability, fast handling, and hard-hitting performance in a compact package tailored for woods hunting. Introduced by Sturm, Ruger & Co. in 1961, the rifle was chambered in .44 Remington Magnum, allowing hunters to use a powerful revolver cartridge in a lightweight, shoulder-fired platform ideal for deer and similar game at short to medium ranges. The original Ruger .44 Carbine uses a gas-operated, semi-automatic action with a rotating bolt, engineered to cycle heavy magnum loads smoothly while keeping recoil manageable. It feeds from a tubular magazine hidden within the fore-end, preserving clean lines and excellent balance. With its 18.5-inch barrel, compact overall length, and relatively light weight, the rifle is exceptionally quick to shoulder and maneuver in dense brush, thick timber, or rugged terrain where longer rifles can feel unwieldy. Classic examples feature a walnut stock with a straight comb, barrel band front sight assembly, and traditional open iron sights, though many were later fitted with scopes thanks to the rifle’s inherent accuracy and practical hunting role. Production ran through the mid-1980s, and Ruger later revisited the concept with the Deerstalker Model 99/44, which updated the design with a rotary magazine and modernized features. Today, the original Ruger .44 Carbine is fondly remembered as a purpose-built hunting rifle that perfectly blended power, portability, and semi-automatic convenience, making it a standout option for hunters who favored fast follow-up shots and dependable performance in close-quarters hunting environments.
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 Carbine Rifle
Serial: 102-02003
Date of Manufacture: 1975
Caliber: .44 Mag
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 18.5"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Front Blade with Folding Rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth Wood Stock
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Ruger .44 Carbine Rifle is a classic American semi-automatic sporting rifle that earned a strong reputation for rugged reliability, fast handling, and hard-hitting performance in a compact package tailored for woods hunting. Introduced by Sturm, Ruger & Co. in 1961, the rifle was chambered in .44 Remington Magnum, allowing hunters to use a powerful revolver cartridge in a lightweight, shoulder-fired platform ideal for deer and similar game at short to medium ranges. The original Ruger .44 Carbine uses a gas-operated, semi-automatic action with a rotating bolt, engineered to cycle heavy magnum loads smoothly while keeping recoil manageable. It feeds from a tubular magazine hidden within the fore-end, preserving clean lines and excellent balance. With its 18.5-inch barrel, compact overall length, and relatively light weight, the rifle is exceptionally quick to shoulder and maneuver in dense brush, thick timber, or rugged terrain where longer rifles can feel unwieldy. Classic examples feature a walnut stock with a straight comb, barrel band front sight assembly, and traditional open iron sights, though many were later fitted with scopes thanks to the rifle’s inherent accuracy and practical hunting role. Production ran through the mid-1980s, and Ruger later revisited the concept with the Deerstalker Model 99/44, which updated the design with a rotary magazine and modernized features. Today, the original Ruger .44 Carbine is fondly remembered as a purpose-built hunting rifle that perfectly blended power, portability, and semi-automatic convenience, making it a standout option for hunters who favored fast follow-up shots and dependable performance in close-quarters hunting environments.
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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Payment MUST be received within 14 days.
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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Additional Information
GunbrokerLink: |
https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1154523685 |
BidPrice: |
0.01 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-02-15 22:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
111 |





