Tell me about the Ruger gp100

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I have a cz 75 compact all steel 2 mags. someone wants to give me a ruger gp100 4.2 inch barrel that has only had 200 rounds through it and a leather barsony shoulder holster and a spare set of the rubber grips with wood inlay

seems like my guns value around my area is $425 and the gp100 runs $475-500 used. It appears I would be trading up in value, what do you guys think as far as value goes?

And are these quality guns?
 
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To me that'd be a very good trade for you if you want either a nice range toy or want to and can do some hunting with a handgun. If you want something for concealed carry you might want to really think about keeping your CZ. GP100's are very nice revolvers but if it has a low round count you may not like the trigger at first. Once you break it in it should be a very sweet shooter, and built like a tank as already mentioned.
 
If it has not been abused with hot loads I would jump on that deal.
 
I would go for it on one condition - do you have another auto? I think revolvers have their place, but I wouldn't want to give up my only autoloader for a revolver if it was only a marginally better deal.
 
If I could only have one handgun, it would likely be a 4-inch GP100. While it's not the most concealable handgun, it can be done. The versatility of the .357 mag can't be beat (the .41 and .44 mags are as good), especially if you reload. Load light or shoot .38 specials for plinking, and full power magnums with good bullets for hunting ... or anything in between. I'd say go for it.
 
I have 2--a 4" & a 6"
These are 2 great weapons--very accurate
I have a couple thousand rounds thru both.
I have had them for many year & they are in excellent condition
Go for it
 
What do you hunt with them? I know where I live it must be a certain muzzle velocity in order to use it for hunting.

I cc a Sig p6

I really like the Cz and would like to keep as few of calibers as possible. But, if I can trade up for a beater value, why not? If I change my mind I can sell it for more $ than I could the Cz
 
I love my GP100 5". As others have said, it is built like a tank. If I could only have one gun, It would be the GP100. I love Smiths too (that is another debate) but don't let anyone sell you on them being superior.

Having said that, the only regrets I have ever had about firearms are the ones I didn't buy. If it is in the cards, I would keep the CZ and find a way to pay cash for this or a new GP100 even if you have to wait. I think you will regret parting with the CZ.
 
.357 mag can used be for whitetail deer and just about anything on down depending on distance. Velocity with a 158gr bullet is about 1150-1250 fps on factory ammo. It could be more or less depending on barrel length. Id trade in a heartbeat...but thats me.
 
I've got both and wouldn't trade one for the other, either way. Both are very well made handguns. Both fill completely different roles. If you can only afford to keep one, go with the one you think you'll enjoy most. That said, I wouldn't be interested in deleting either from my safe. I think the CZ is a pistol that isn't fully appreciated by much of the American market. I'd hold on to it personally and find other ways to fund a new firearm. If you dislike the CZ though, its not a bad trade either way.
 
My blued 6" GP100 is my go-to gun for days working in the woods. it is absolutely a tank and I carry in a Galco shoulder holster. Yes it's heavy, but it will take of any unwanted or hunted critter in eastern NC.

It will outlast the end of time.
 
I have a stainless 4" GP 100 - it is a great revolver. I think you would be hard pressed to find a lightly used one for under $500 - $550. The Rugers have a reputation for triggers and actions that can sometimes be a little gritty, but mine was excellent in both SA & DA right out of the box, and it has gotten even better with use.
 
I would jump all over that.
My auto loader is a Sig SP2022. You let somebody offer me a GP100 with 200 rounds through it and watch how fast it disappears.

A 4 inch Ruger GP100 is the one that got away for me. I traded it for a Winchester 20 gauge auto shotgun and regretted it almost immediately.
 
Im having such a hard time deciding what to do. Just held my cz. It has a great single action trigger. It is an older model 1992 and I bought it used. I think it has had several thousand rounds through it and i know cz have tonz of parts and springs. I worry a spring will break on it that i cant replace and ill have to dish out money to a gun smith. The gp is much easier to take apart if i need to replace a part. I never carry the cz it since it is so heavy but i love the double stack

the gp100 would be awesome and from the serial # i know it was made between 2011-2013. I reload 9mm and dont want to reload or stock up on other calibers, just cost too much. and i would prefer the 6 inch model (only because im a walking dead fan)

I dont know what to do, I have to decide by saturday.

what does the gp run in your area. impactguns.com has it listed at 629
and the cz at 539. so about a one hundred dollar difference. There seems to be about a $100 difference on the used market as well. which is another reason im inclined to trade.
 
I wouldn't be concerned about parts availability on the CZ. The Ruger will probably be easier to find parts for in 100 years, but the CZ is one of the most widely produced designs currently made. There are also tons of copy cats that use the same design with their name on the side. CZCustom.com is like the Performance Center for S&W, well sorta. They are run by great guys and they put out some quite amazing production pistols. They are rather popular with the CZ competition crowd. If you fear you won't be able to buy parts springs, I'd grab springs now on the cheap. I don't personally see parts supply being an issue, as they are made and used over seas by the thousands to tens of thousands. If CZ has issues in the US (which I don't see happening) replacements may become more expensive, but it really is the Glock of the EU/Asia from a volume standpoint.

I put an aftermarket hammer and sear as well as springs in my CZ and it is amazing how well the pistol responded. It's simply too well made to let go for the money they sell used. The GP100 is another great value too. Clearly on the revolver side of this forum people will tell you to grab the revolver. It's not a bad idea if you can't afford two and want the revolver more. I would caution that a GP100 isn't an overly expensive firearm so selling/trading one you enjoy to acquire it may be a regret rather than simply saving funds to buy it outright in the future. I'd personally rather save my pennies and cut out a little luxury spending to have both rather than lose one.
 
Do you like and enjoy your CZ? If you do, then I wouldn't trade. Lesson one. never never never (never) sell a gun you like. you'll end up regretting it!

However - if you are ambivalent about it or have no real attachment to it, the GP100 is a fine gun and as long as it hasn't been beat. You're trading up in value.
 
Sounds like a good deal if you are willing to give up your only auto. Not having an auto loader can be less than fun as the other poster pointed out.
But if you're sure about going to a revolver, the GP100 is a great choice. I'm very happy with mine. It's the first DA revolver I've owned where I can really drill some nice groups in double action. The trigger is very nice in both modes.
It also seems to like most of my handloads, shooting plated, cast and swaged bullets well.
Like others, my 4" GP100 would be my choice for a one handgun scenario.
 
Have you shot the GP100? If not, see if you can get a session with it. You may not like it as well as your CZ.

I'm a wheel-gun guy and traded off the 6" GP100 I owned. It had the balance of a brick; too muzzle heavy. I couldn't shoot it well and felt it was much inferior to the 4" Security Six that is my favorite.

The 4-incher you're looking at might have better balance, but you should try it to find out. Even a dry-fire session would help, but shooting would be better.

Remember, people generally don't want to get rid of nearly-new guns that are good shooters.
 
Well, im not worried about cz part availability just the cost of a gun smith to install them.

I also have a sig p6 so its not my only semiauto.

There is a 6in like new for sale in my area for $500, maybe ill just buy it if i can get it talked down to $475
 
I have a one-year-old GP100, an old Redhawk and two old K-frames. The GP100 trigger is not as slick as the K-frames, but it's fine. You'd have to be a pretty awesome shooter to claim that the trigger was holding you back. It's head-and-shoulders above the Redhawk, particularly in DA mode, mainly just due to lighter pull weight.

It's the only GP100 I've handled, so YMMV. Maybe I got lucky.
 
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