Description
Item Description
According to a note from Laurie, the NASGW Chairman of the Board, this revolver was a gift from Bill Ruger Jr. to all distributors in attendance at the event in Prescott, AZ. Laurie also mentioned that she still has her own revolver from that occasion. While it is clear that this revolver originally belonged to a distributor, there is no way to identify who that may have been. Based on Laurie’s note and the original receipt included with the revolver, this example is a true gift from Ruger (Bill Ruger Jr.) to a distributor. This is a must-have gem for both Ruger enthusiasts and firearm collectors alike!
The owner states that this example remains New Old Stock, and we see no evidence to indicate otherwise.
Serial: 148-06123
Date of Manufacture: 1997
Caliber: .45
Finish: Stainless Steel
Barrel Length: 7 1/2"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Blade Front with Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Ivory Grips with Ruger Medallions
Action: Cap & Ball / Percussion / Single-Action
Markings: Standard / The back strap is engraved “N.A.S.G.W. 1997”.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Ruger Old Army is a black-powder percussion revolver introduced in 1972 by the Sturm, Ruger company and manufactured through 2008. Models were made with a 7.5" and a 5.5 inch barrel. The Ruger Old Army revolver is unusual in that, unlike most percussion revolvers on the market, it was not based on a historical design but was a modification of Ruger's Blackhawk model, which was itself based upon the cartridge-firing Colt Peacemaker. The Old Army revolver accordingly incorporates many modern design features, though employing antiquated black-powder component loading. This design was built around the Blackhawk, but it takes its styling cues from the Spiller and Burr cap and ball pistol. This is due to the frame being longer in front to accommodate the loading lever and pivot pin. Earlier models were listed as .44 caliber, later as .45, but all use .457” round balls or .454” conical bullets of pure lead.
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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.
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