Ruger GP100 44 Special 3" - $549.99 RUGER® GP100® 44 SPECIAL 3" (Non-Fluted Cylinder) • Action: Revolver, Double Action • Finish: Satin Stainless • Barrel Length: 3" • Sights: Front, Fiber Optic; Adjustable Rear • Grips: Hogue Monogrip • Weight: 36 oz. That is over SAAMI specs. Full disclosure of course. At 25 yds she is shooting too high. An up-scaled version of this grip is provided on the Ruger GP100 in .44 Special, and it is the best big-bore revolver grip I have experienced. Seller: SRT220 . Features a 3" barrel, factory trigger job and matte blue finish. Thread starter TJ11; Start date Jan 28, 2018; 1; 2; Next. anyone tried the Ruger GP100 .44 special 3 inch. I prefer a paddle or something with snaps so I don't have to undo my belt to put it on and take it off. Ruger GP100 357 Magnum, 44 Revolver spécial pouce pleine taille 5-6-7 Shot Leather OWB Holster Nous sommes le fabricant; Peau de vache bronzée aux légumes de qualité supérieure, Tous les étuis sont soigneusement moulés à la main pour un ajustement parfait et sécurisé. I called Ruger and got the same answer as he. The revolver has be d ...Click for more info. UPC: 736676017676; MPN: 1767; Gunprime Compare prices for this product 7100 . It’s been around for over 30 years and has proven itself to be reliable and exceptionally rugged. Has anyone see or shot this gun? Said they didn't have any other sights for this model. It looks very good! Ruger GP100 in 44 S&W Special! And, if I recall correctly, back then the only factory ammo available was some lead round nose ammo that wasn’t very accurate. I read on some forums that there are problems with sights and chambers being reamed wrong. It starts with a body which has a very loose fit in the frame’s sight channel. Nobody pays it much attention nowadays even though Ruger has probably sold somewhere between a million and a billion of the things. Fobus RUGP Evolution Holster for Ruger GP100 All Models, Right Hand Paddle. The .44 Special GP100 is almost as versatile as the .327 Magnum as it will not only accept .44 Special loads but .44 Russian and .44 Colt loads as well. Here was a medium-sized snubby, based on the hella-stout GP100, but chambered in the venerable .44 S&W Special cartridge. I see Ruger now is selling a GP-100 in .44 Special with a 5 inch barrel. … Quote. It sports a non-fluted cylinder, adding to both the appeal and the robust build quality for which Ruger revolvers are known. Fashioned with a 3-inch barrel, the .44 Special GP100 is purpose-built to be a more concealable big-bore handgun. Ruger GP100 .44 SPL Stainless 1767 Talo - $499 RUG GP100 44SP DA REV 3SS W TL 44SP, Double Action, , Satin Stainless Steel, Front: Gold Bead Rear: Adjustable, Hogue Walnut Grips with Finger Grooves, 3, 8.5 UPC#: 736676017676 1767 1767 736676017676 00. Their other front sights are all .265". Any modern .44 Special should be able to take much higher pressures than the factory pressure of 15,000 psi. I had the same problem with the Bisley 44 Spl with a 4 5/8" barrel and took it to a Smith and had a taller sight Installed. Through the years, Ruger has chambered its single-action Blackhawk revolvers in .44 Special, and any revolver chambered for .44 Magnum can also shoot the lighter .44 Sp ecial. DeSantis Thumb Break Scabbard Holster fits 4-Inch Ruger GP100. The standard barrel length is 4.2 inches, but some models are 2.5 inches or 5.5 inches. NES Life Member. Ruger recently introduced their GP100 revolver in .44 Special. I have the rear sight bottomed out and she is still four inches high!!!!! Ruger’s entry into this category was a bit of a surprise, but it’s a welcome one. I'm at the point of life that I do not have to shoot full power magnum loads any more. 4.6 out of 5 stars 16. mannyCAOur channel’s goal is to educate, enlighten, and entertain people in […] The Ruger GP100 is a bit large for a pocket gun, but it fills that gap between pocket gun and heavy belt gun, and is what has for years been designated a “big-bore belly gun”. A five-shot revolver with a three-inch barrel, I find it an excellent field gun—not heavy like my five-inch S&W .44 Magnum but with plenty of punch. It sports a non-fluted cylinder, adding to both the appeal and the robust build quality for which Ruger revolvers are known. Moderators: flatgate, Moderators. Remember, it’s not to supposed to be comfortable, it’s suppose to save your life. I promptly sold it. The warmest load I have fired in both is the Skeeter Skelton load of … Give Gift; Back to Top; Post by ezekiel38 on Apr 16, 2020 10:49:55 GMT -5. (Just like the size). Ruger GP 100 357 4" Blue . Yes. It was my fault completely but I was convinced that the Gp100 could handle them no problem. Here was a medium-sized snubby, based on the hella-stout GP100, but chambered in the venerable .44 S&W Special cartridge. 99. Glockit uber n00b. Braids Holsters Brown owb Formed Revolver Holster Choose Gun, Left or Right Hand (Right Hand Ruger Gp100 3" 44 & 357) $49.45 $ 49. In addition to the .44 Special (top) the Lipsey’s/Ruger GP100 also handles both the .44 Colt (middle) and .44 Russian (right). 1,339 Posts #8 • Jan 7, 2017. Ruger GP100 44 SPL Revolver Leather 3 inch Cross Draw Holster ... From shop PusatHolster. I have two .44 Specials, a Ruger GP100 and a Ruger Blackhawk flat top Bisley. Stock grip does soak up the recoil. I sent it back and they replaced the barrel for some reason, It still shot high so I sent it back again and they Installed a taller sight. $26.99 $ 26. Pusat Holster Revolver Leather 3 inch OWB Holster for 44 Special Ruger GP100 Left Hand Black-Brown. At 25 yds she is shooting too high. The GP100 has poor aftermarket support and add-ons. Since the .44 Special Ruger GP100 has a 3-inch barrel and adjustable sights, I measured its accuracy by firing five-shot groups in single-action mode with each load from a bench, using a sandbag rest for support, at 15 yards. He did say I should try a third party for a higher front sight. Sometimes we want a gun to do everything when in fact you may only use it for hunting once or twice. I'm at the point of life that I do not have to shoot full power magnum loads any more. Ruger GP100 .44 SPL Stainless 1767 Talo - $499 RUG GP100 44SP DA REV 3SS W TL 44SP, Double Action, , Satin Stainless Steel, Front: Gold Bead Rear: Adjustable, Hogue Walnut Grips with Finger Grooves, 3, 8.5 UPC#: 736676017676 1767 1767 736676017676 . I load heavy 44 Special loads in 44 Magnum cases for my S&W Model 69. While Jason was at it he prevailed upon Ruger to produce this GP in .44 Special, .357 Magnum and .327 Federal. If you are a Ruger fan, buy the GP100 but stay with 44 Special level loads. with slightly different aesthetics (i like it). I can adjust my sights to POA. I just picked up a 3" GP100 in 44 Special and am asking for holster recommendations. It wears a Ruger adjustable rear sight that is mated to a black post front sight with green fiber-optic insert for greater visibility in various light conditions. maythe4thbewithu on Ruger GP100. Re: ....44 Special loads for the 3" GP100 ? jeffh 240 Incinerator. Lock-up is tight, trigger DA is smooth on this example. FREE Shipping by Amazon. Ruger came out with a .44 Special GP100 with a 3" barrel. I have a GP100 that I had plans for (.44 Special) BUT when I emailed him recently he stated he no longer offers the conversion. This is a Ruger Firearms enthusiast's forum, but it is in no way affiliated with, nor does it represent Sturm Ruger & Company Inc. of Southport, CT. FAQ: Last visit was: Wed Dec 09, 2020 3:13 am: It is currently Wed Dec 09, 2020 3:13 am: Board index » Main » Ruger Revolvers. Called up Ruger and talked to a tech and he said to try it at 15 yds. Bob!! The classic GP100 has enjoyed a reputation of being a stout workhorse that can handle a steady diet of full power .357 Magnum rounds, while also being capable of firing the soft shooting, and less expensive .38 Special ammunition. H.H.L. I’ve shot it a ton, both at the range and on the set of “Handguns & Defensive Weapons,” and it’s well-behaved and accurate. This is a Ruger Firearms enthusiast's forum, but it is in no way affiliated with, nor does it represent Sturm Ruger & Company Inc. of Southport, CT. Go. After getting a few intial photographs, I pulled out the chunky gun and began getting familiar with it. Another WC .357, but in blue/black this time would fit my needs very well. Ruger ended up fixing it and I sold it. $34.00 $ 34. The last few Rugers I have gotten have all had sight issues. Ruger’s long anticipated GP100 in 44 special is a long time in coming. A five-shot revolver with a three-inch barrel, I find it an excellent field gun—not heavy like my five-inch S&W .44 Magnum but with plenty of punch. Skeeter Skelton's load was 7.5 grains of Unique under a 250 grain Keith style bullet for the 44 Special. My 5.5" version was the same way. At that time, it was the “new” Charter Arms .44 Special Bulldog. Problem fixed! Sold one and still have the other. That load gives a muzzle velocity of roughly 950 fps. Jan 30, 2018 #2. ezekiel38 375 Atomic. I shoot 44 Special loads in my GP100 and 44 Special Blackhawk. • Overall Length: 8.5" • 2 0 0. Point being my Gp100s 44 special 5 inch barrel's barrel shank ended up crushed by semi hot 44 special loads. Those powders might be more available. The short GP100 in 44 special is a good holster carry SD gun, that if needed would work with a bullet going out at a reasonable 9-950 FPS for encounters with 4 legged as well as 2 legged targets. The GP100… 100 Bought my self a Super Blackhawk. Whether you like the round or not, this compact package of power and beauty has it all. Pusat Holster Revolver Leather OWB 2½ inch Handcrafted Holster for Ruger GP100 357 Magnum Black-Brown . My tightest five-shot cluster, measuring 1.44 inches wide, was produced by the Black Hills 200-grain JHPs. I’ve shot it a ton, both at the range and on the set of “Handguns & Defensive Weapons,” and it’s well-behaved and accurate. The GP has been a standard in the Ruger catalog for a good 20-25 years. Shooting from a rest with a 240 gr bullet with mild or stiff charge of Unique, i can not get it down to POA. Shooting and discussing the new Ruger GP100 in .44 Special. Did that and it is still about three inches high. The GP100 has poor aftermarket support and add-ons. They were in Brian Pearce's tier 2 category. I tried 15 factory loads in all three chamberings and nine .44 Special handloads and I can say this is one of the most accurate .44 Specials I have experienced. The .44 Special GP100 is almost as versatile as the .327 Magnum as it will not only accept .44 Special loads but .44 Russian and .44 Colt loads as well. These “special edition” revolvers are somewhat atypical compared to the rest of the line, but aren’t very special otherwise. Are problems with sights and chambers being reamed wrong and shorter barrels are both better suited for Ruger... 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