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[ARCHIVED THREAD] - Finally found a GP100 in .357...

Posted: 9/29/2018 7:54:30 PM EDT

at a good deal, I think. Found it on Craigslist for 450. I've been looking at revolvers for a while, decided on the GP100 over the S&W models. Haven't shot it yet, ammo should be here by Wednesday.

ETA: Manufactured in 2013.

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Posted: 9/29/2018 7:58:36 PM EDT

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Congrats good looking revolver

Posted: 9/29/2018 11:12:30 PM EDT

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$450 is a very good price!
As long as the cylinder locks up well, you are GTG.

Posted: 9/30/2018 10:07:03 PM EDT

[#3]

Cylinders have minimal play, hardly any wear at all on this pistol. I'm happy with the purchase.

Posted: 10/9/2018 9:07:01 AM EDT

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Great find at a great price! I've always wanted a GP100, but never find time to search for one until earlier this week. Located a GP100 Wiley Clapp brushed stainless 357 magnum w/3" barrel at a great price. Used, but buying off original owner with low low round count. Can't beat a GP100 for a solid revolver that's built like a tank! Pictures next week hopefully.

Posted: 3/6/2019 12:47:15 PM EDT

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Cylinders have minimal play, hardly any wear at all on this pistol. I'm happy with the purchase.

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My experience has been that Rugers keep their timing better than any other revolver. I have yet to find one that doesn’t lock up before the hammer falls

Posted: 3/6/2019 6:42:30 PM EDT

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Congratulations! I had one. They are sweet

Posted: 3/6/2019 11:33:32 PM EDT

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They’re around. I picked my 4” stainless LNIB with adjustable mepro night sights for $500 a few years ago. Guy just needed some money I suppose, it happens. The GP100 is an awesome workhorse revolver.

Posted: 3/7/2019 8:31:08 PM EDT

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It's funny I never really cared for the GP100 until as of late. I wound up buying a 686 but actually didn't care for the trigger pull on it. I sold it, then traded into a GP100 and could not be happier. The Ruger bug then got a hold of me and I wound up getting a couple SP101 357 revolvers as well. I actually prefer the cylinder release on the Ruger revolvers more than any other revolvers I have owned and the trigger pull is actually quite nice. Congrats on a nice revolver.

Posted: 3/7/2019 9:13:55 PM EDT

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I picked up one of the early GP100's, 6" barrel. Rubber grip with the wood insert. Unfortunately, I don't keep wheelguns very long.

Was a very nice gun, and cost about $350 new back then I think.

Posted: 3/7/2019 9:34:31 PM EDT

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I’ve had a couple different 4” models, heavy and slick shooting. Congrats!

Posted: 3/10/2019 7:16:29 AM EDT

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I have a blued 6” barrel full underlug that I bought in 1999 new for $325.
It’s a fantastic revolver that’s had many thousands of rounds thru it. Incredibly smooth now.
With light .38 Special handloads it’s like shooting a loud .22.

Posted: 3/30/2019 7:59:12 PM EDT

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That’s a great looking revolver OP!

I just traded into a 4” the other day. I haven’t had a chance to get it out to the range yet…

Posted: 4/11/2019 4:06:36 PM EDT

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You'll love it. Mine handles anything I feed it unlike my S&W's. Much stronger then any S&W I've ever owner.

Posted: 5/12/2019 7:39:12 PM EDT

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I just joined that club, too.

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Posted: 5/12/2019 7:42:57 PM EDT

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Posted: 7/27/2019 10:37:30 AM EDT

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There's one on the eye I'm trying not to fo for but I don't know how long I can hold out.

Posted: 7/27/2019 1:02:52 PM EDT

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I have that exact same set up. Best revolver Ruger ever made. Part of my carry rotation.

Posted: 7/27/2019 11:08:26 PM EDT

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Great looking gun at a great price! Enjoy!

Posted: 8/31/2019 8:45:23 AM EDT

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Got mine from a buddy about a year ago. He let me have it, two boxes of shells, a couple of speedloaders and two holsters for $400. Shoots great and it’s a keeper!

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Posted: 9/6/2019 10:39:53 AM EDT

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Is that a seven shot?

Posted: 9/6/2019 11:34:24 AM EDT

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Six shot

Posted: 9/6/2019 11:40:17 AM EDT

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That's a good deal! I love my GP100. Had it for over 20yrs now, first gun I actually purchased on my own.

Posted: 9/7/2019 3:17:30 PM EDT

[#23]

Here's mine.

Posted: 9/7/2019 3:43:16 PM EDT

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can anyone recommend a nice leather holster for a GP100

Posted: 9/7/2019 3:54:21 PM EDT

[#25]

I lucked into a like new GP100 Match Champion at my local gun store. Someone traded it in and if it didn't say "Used", I would have thought it NIB. They had it marked $450, asked if they'd take $400, they accepted, and I couldn't get my wallet out of my pocket fast enough.

Great trigger and fun to shoot!

Posted: 10/28/2019 7:55:16 AM EDT

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Great deal, i payed $525 for a mint used 6" stainless back in '14. Hands down my most accurate handgun. I did do a Wolfe spring kit as the factory trigger pull is pretty stiff.
Looks like the o/p's GP already has a Hogue grip upgrade and those work awesome .

Posted: 12/13/2019 9:16:32 AM EDT

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I didn't get a great deal, but got the one I wanted.

Stainless GP100 in 5 inch. Absolutely love the length. I put the wood and rubber grips on, some fiber sights, and shoot the shit out it.

Posted: 12/22/2019 10:00:15 PM EDT

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@bmarshall1
I realize it's an old post but I get a good fit from leather holsters made for S&W 'N' frames. Mine do have a thumb snap for added security.

Posted: 12/24/2019 7:31:12 AM EDT

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@bmarshall1
I realize it's an old post but I get a good fit from leather holsters made for S&W 'N' frames. Mine do have a thumb snap for added security.

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Thanks Rob - I found one but it is cheaply made, I'll have to take a look at the S&W 'N' holsters, Merry Christmas!

Posted: 2/2/2020 10:04:57 AM EDT

[#30]

Bought this one about 30 years ago. Mostly because the shop had a left handed holster for it.

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Posted: 2/2/2020 10:14:59 AM EDT

[#31]

I need to get me a GP100.
Sweet guns y'all.

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