Ruger Revolvers

GP100 and Super GP100: Double-Action Workhorses

The Ruger GP100 is the benchmark double-action .357 Magnum revolver for durability under sustained heavy loads. Its triple-locking cylinder, full underlug barrel, and robust internal construction make it arguably the strongest production .357 Magnum revolver available—built to handle a steady diet of full-power magnum loads that would accelerate wear on competing platforms. Available in 4.2″ and 6″ barrel lengths in standard and Match Champion configurations. The Super GP100 expands the platform to a 6-shot .357 Magnum competition revolver with enhanced sights and action for USPSA and IDPA revolver divisions.

Blackhawk and Super Blackhawk: Single-Action Hunting Revolvers

The Ruger Blackhawk is a single-action revolver available in .357 Magnum, .44 Magnum, .45 Colt, and .30 Carbine. The Super Blackhawk adds a larger grip frame and unfluted cylinder optimized for the heavier .44 Magnum loads preferred for hunting. Both use Ruger’s transfer bar safety system allowing all six chambers to be safely loaded—an improvement over the original Colt SAA design. For hunters and handgunners who want a powerful single-action at a price well below comparable S&W options, the Blackhawk family is the standard recommendation.

Vaquero: The Cowboy Action Standard

The Ruger Vaquero is a single-action revolver designed specifically for cowboy action shooting competition, with the smaller grip frame and fixed sights of the original Colt SAA. Available in .357 Magnum/.38 Special and .45 Colt, the Vaquero is the most common revolver at SASS (Single Action Shooting Society) matches. Its modern transfer bar safety allows safe six-shot loading while maintaining the traditional single-action appearance that cowboy action shooting requires. The Montado variant adds a bird’s head grip for shooters who prefer that classic profile.

Single Six and Wrangler: Affordable .22 Single-Actions

The Ruger Single Six is the original Ruger single-action .22, a steel-frame gun with a refined trigger that has been in continuous production since 1953. The Convertible model ships with both .22 LR and .22 WMR cylinders for maximum rimfire versatility. The Ruger Wrangler is the more affordable variant, using an aluminum alloy frame with a Cerakote finish at a price point accessible to virtually any shooter. Both make excellent plinking, small game, and introductory handgun platforms. For shooters who want to learn single-action fundamentals at minimal cost, the Wrangler is one of the best entry points available.

Super Redhawk: Heavy Magnum Hunting Revolvers

The Ruger Super Redhawk is the flagship hunting revolver, available in .44 Magnum, .454 Casull, and .480 Ruger with barrel lengths from 2.5″ to 9.5″. Its integral scope rings allow direct optic mounting without a separate base, and the triple-locking cylinder provides the same reliability under heavy loads as the GP100 in a larger, more powerful package. The Super Redhawk Alaskan variant uses a 2.5″ barrel designed for bear defense carry—maximum power in a backpack-friendly package. For hunters pursuing elk, moose, bear, or other dangerous game with a handgun, the Super Redhawk delivers genuine stopping power.