Ruger GP100 Convergence?

[Checkman]

First let state that I own a GP100 w/6" bl. It's a great revolver and it's grown on me since I bought it a year ago. I like it enough that my next planned purchase is going to be a Blackhawk,but lately it seems like everybody is getting a GP100. Now I know that it's a well made wheelgun, but it's been around for nineteen years. All of a sudden it seems like it's one of the hottest things going. Is this for real or is it just an example of how the Internet can warp reality. Or perhaps it's a case of folks here on THR having heard so many good things about the GP100 that it's effecting the market? Oh who knows. At least alot of non-revolver folks are being introduced to the joy of six shooters courtesy of Ruger.

 

[Black Snowman]

I haven't really noticed a major trend. But I haven't been looking for one either. It still seems to me that S&W dominates most of the revolver posts. I really like the engineering of the Rugers. I just with the companies policies and politics were a little better

 

[Lone Star]

I think some are buying them instead of S&W's because of the lock, the two-piece barrel, and the MIM parts. That's one reason why I bought my GP-100.

But they're good guns. I'd buy one even if I had gotten a S&W M-686. too.

Lone Star

 

[pezo]

One particular trait of ruger revolvers I prefer over the smiths, is the no sideplate frame. seems more anesthetically appealing. stronger appearance and function.

 

[Cool Hand Luke 22:36]

There's a considerable number of people who still refuse to buy S&W unless and untill the company finds some way to rescind "the agreement"

Ruger usually gets a pass on Bill Ruger's having helped write the magazine capacity limit legislation and his general disdain (excepting the SP) for the concealed carry market.

So, due to the politics, some people will naturally gravitate towards Ruger for new revolvers if it's important to them that the revolver be American-made, of decent quality, and not made by S&W.

No child safety locks on the Rugers either. That's a selling point.

 

[carebear]

And they provide an extra measure of safety, if earth's gravitational pull were to suddenly decrease.

Or say you need to chock the tread of a MBT.

Things like that....

 

[Kramer Krazy]

I've always liked the GP-100, and have been wanting one for years.....but every time I get around to thinking about buying one, again, I find something else to purchase. I'm still going to get one, someday.......a 6" stainless steel. I've never been a revolver fan, but always liked Colt, so my first two revolver purchases were an Anaconda and a Python. The next was a Ruger Vaquero. I believe the next revolver will be the GP-100......or maybe a 1st or 2nd generation Colt SAA....or an old Detective Special......or an old Diamondback......or.........

 

[alex-v.]

I don't know that it is the GP-100 in particular but I have noticed an increase in the interest in revolvers. Not sure if it is because of the conceal weapons permits or if the semi-auto fascination has run its course.

There is one thing that I see around here. The guys are pulling their revolvers out and dusting them off for the local get-together competitions. Part of it is less competition because we have fewer revolver shooters. They have also mentioned that they want to refresh their revolver shooting skills.

 

[Marshall]

I just ran into a great used GP 6", that's why I bought mine. Had nothing to do with anything else.

 

[mtnbkr]

My GP100 was my 2nd handgun, my first new handgun, and my first revolver. I'll admit, I bought it because it was $150 cheaper than the 686 and $200 cheaper than any N frame 357s I could find at the time. That said, after shooting this gun a lot, working over the internals (some polishing and new springs), and spending some time with the comparable Smiths, I made the right decision. I like the longer, softer trigger pull of my GP100 over the shorter and frequently stiffer trigger of the Smiths. The gun's dimensions fit me better than most Smiths too. Knowing then what I know now, I would've bought the GP100 even if the Smiths were the same price.

I still like 4"-6" S&W 27s, but my GP100 will always be my "go to" piece.

Chris

 

[moxie]

Go find a Security or Speed Six in good shape and you'll have a better-balanced gun with a better trigger pull. Arguably nicer looking too.

 

[slick6]

Amen, Moxie! Very true, what you just said about the superior balance of(And, the better looks of!)the Security-Sixes and the Speed-Sixes!)! I might add, that the smaller(S&W K-frame size!)of these revolvers, is much more handy, than the GP-100's! Less weight to carry too! And, I doubt that a stronger medium frame revolver, could be found!

 

[PaleRyder]

Rugers are easier to take apart too. I've taken my SW m65 apart and I've got it botched up right now. I've had no problems taking Rugers apart however.