Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this simple, rugged, and affordable semi-automatic rimfire pistol for a penny-start auction; this is the Ruger Mark III Hunter!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Ruger
Model: Mark III Hunter
Serial: 229-25256
Date of Manufacture: 2006
Caliber: .22 Long Rifle
Finish: Stainless
Barrel Length: 6 7/8" Target Crowned Fluted Barrel
Optics/Sights: Hi-Viz Fiber Optic Front on Base with V-Notch Rear Sight Blade
Stock/Grips: Checkered Cocobolo with Silver/Red Ruger Medallions
Action: Semi-Automatic Pistol
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Ruger Mark III Hunter in .22 LR is a purpose-built, precision-oriented variant of Ruger’s venerable Mark series that blends rugged stainless-steel construction with features tailored for hunting and serious target work. Offered with either a 4½" or a 6 7/8" target-crowned, fluted barrel (the shorter length more convenient for brush and the longer length better for precision and sight radius), the stainless receiver and barrel provide excellent corrosion resistance and a solid, vibration-damping platform that helps the little .22 round deliver surprisingly consistent groups. At roughly 41 ounces, the Hunter carries meaningful heft for a rimfire pistol, which steadies the sights and reduces felt recoil and muzzle flip — useful when trying to place small, precise hits on pests or for extended target strings. Ruger also supplied the Hunter with practical factory provisions for optics and customization: the slide is drilled and tapped for mounting scopes or red-dot sights, while the standard sighting package includes a V-notch rear blade and a Hi-Viz/fiber-optic front sight with interchangeable LitePipes, giving shooters the choice of bright, fast-acquisition aiming or a traditional sight picture depending on the task. Ergonomics, balance, and finish choices further distinguish the Mark III Hunter as a shooter’s rimfire. Ruger offered a variety of grip options over its production life to suit different hands and tastes — checkered cocobolo (discontinued 2012), checkered laminate, target laminate with finger groove introduced in 2013, and factory Crimson Trace grips produced between 2008–2010 — each altering the feel and purchase of the pistol to complement its weight and barrel length. The fluted, target-crowned barrel and stainless construction not only look purposeful but also improve muzzle-end rigidity and harmonics, translating into tighter, more predictable groups, particularly with quality match or hunting-grade .22 LR ammunition. Practical details such as the drilled & tapped slide for optics, adjustable rear sight, and the heavier overall mass make the Mark III Hunter equally at home on a back-40 varmint stalk or at the bench for accuracy testing; its combination of features, finishes, and factory sight options made it a versatile choice for shooters seeking a durable, accurate .22 LR pistol during its production run (circa mid-2000s to mid-2010s).
Contents:
Model: Mark III Hunter
Serial: 229-25256
Date of Manufacture: 2006
Caliber: .22 Long Rifle
Finish: Stainless
Barrel Length: 6 7/8" Target Crowned Fluted Barrel
Optics/Sights: Hi-Viz Fiber Optic Front on Base with V-Notch Rear Sight Blade
Stock/Grips: Checkered Cocobolo with Silver/Red Ruger Medallions
Action: Semi-Automatic Pistol
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Ruger Mark III Hunter in .22 LR is a purpose-built, precision-oriented variant of Ruger’s venerable Mark series that blends rugged stainless-steel construction with features tailored for hunting and serious target work. Offered with either a 4½" or a 6 7/8" target-crowned, fluted barrel (the shorter length more convenient for brush and the longer length better for precision and sight radius), the stainless receiver and barrel provide excellent corrosion resistance and a solid, vibration-damping platform that helps the little .22 round deliver surprisingly consistent groups. At roughly 41 ounces, the Hunter carries meaningful heft for a rimfire pistol, which steadies the sights and reduces felt recoil and muzzle flip — useful when trying to place small, precise hits on pests or for extended target strings. Ruger also supplied the Hunter with practical factory provisions for optics and customization: the slide is drilled and tapped for mounting scopes or red-dot sights, while the standard sighting package includes a V-notch rear blade and a Hi-Viz/fiber-optic front sight with interchangeable LitePipes, giving shooters the choice of bright, fast-acquisition aiming or a traditional sight picture depending on the task. Ergonomics, balance, and finish choices further distinguish the Mark III Hunter as a shooter’s rimfire. Ruger offered a variety of grip options over its production life to suit different hands and tastes — checkered cocobolo (discontinued 2012), checkered laminate, target laminate with finger groove introduced in 2013, and factory Crimson Trace grips produced between 2008–2010 — each altering the feel and purchase of the pistol to complement its weight and barrel length. The fluted, target-crowned barrel and stainless construction not only look purposeful but also improve muzzle-end rigidity and harmonics, translating into tighter, more predictable groups, particularly with quality match or hunting-grade .22 LR ammunition. Practical details such as the drilled & tapped slide for optics, adjustable rear sight, and the heavier overall mass make the Mark III Hunter equally at home on a back-40 varmint stalk or at the bench for accuracy testing; its combination of features, finishes, and factory sight options made it a versatile choice for shooters seeking a durable, accurate .22 LR pistol during its production run (circa mid-2000s to mid-2010s).
Contents:
This example will ship with the factory-labeled case, factory test fire, and all other contents as pictured above!
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 Details
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Please note we place a 7 business day hold on shipment, for all non-certified payments.
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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