*SOLD* 1961 Ruger Mark I .22 LR Blue *MOST SUCCESSFUL .22 PISTOL EVER PRODUCED*

Bryant Ridge's Analysis:

The Ruger Mark I is a historically significant semi-automatic rimfire pistol, forming the foundation of one of the most successful .22 caliber handgun lineages in history. Introduced in the early 1950s, the Mark I was a refined evolution of the original 1949 Standard Model, featuring enhancements aimed at target shooters and sportsmen. With its longer 6.875-inch barrel (and later variants such as the rarer 5.25-inch version) and upgraded target sights, the Mark I Target model offered superior accuracy and shootability. Ruger’s original vision—an affordable, well-built pistol for plinking, casual sport shooting, and precision training—was embodied in this model, earning it lasting popularity and collector status.
 
This particular Ruger Mark I variant features a distinctive 8¼-inch barrel fitted with a muzzle brake, designed to further reduce muzzle rise and improve control. Its serrated blade front sight and adjustable rear sight provide precise sight alignment, ideal for target applications. The checkered synthetic grips with inlaid Ruger medallions lend both improved handling and a classic aesthetic. Chambered in .22 LR, the Mark I operates on a simple blowback action, offering reliable cycling and ease of maintenance. As part of a lineage that would go on to include the MK II, MK III, and MK IV, this Mark I remains a celebrated piece of Ruger’s history and a capable performer in its own right.

Specifications:

Manufacturer: Ruger
Model: Mark I
Serial: 196061
Date of Manufacture: 1961
Caliber: .22 LR
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 8 ¼" with Muzzle Break 
Optics/Sights: Serrated Blade Front with Adjustable Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Synthetic with Inlaid Ruger Medallion
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard

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