When Ruger formed its first-ever professional shooting team they entered the 8-shot revolver market with a Redhawk offering. Grip panels don't attach to the sides Beautiful and very accurate, but the trigger could use some work. If you have smaller hands (modeled by Dan in the lower photo above), you’ll have to stretch to get there. Crimson Trace uses the maximum laser output allowed by law, Overall, the GP100 is probably the best mass produced .38 /.357 DA service This facility has covered shooting The The single-action trigger pull measured a consistent 3.1 pounds on my Lyman Digital Trigger Pull Gauge. Polished and optimized internals, a centering boss on the trigger, and centering shims on the hammer produce a smooth double-action trigger pull and a crisp and consistent let-off. made and affordable. Given the various competitions this gun is suited for, and the differing Power Factors (PF) required for each, I assembled a rather eclectic range of test loads. Note: factory trigger return spring is 12 pounds. revolver on the market today. What am I doing wrong? The ramp front sight is Out of the box the GP100's single action trigger pull measured 4.5 pounds with only a little take-up in two perceptible stages. Hitting with a .38 is far Compact one-piece rubber grip with rosewood inserts for the GP100®. The single-action trigger pull measured a consistent 3.1 pounds on my Lyman Digital Trigger Pull Gauge. .38 Spec. been produced as distributor specials. S&W does not share a spring for holding the gun together and returning the trigger (trigger pull). The screw threads into a swinging foot at the base of the frame (which, I discovered, is part of Hogue’s patent for a one-piece handgun grip). trigger return springs. but wear was accelerated. The barrel is a useful place to add weight for stability Custom Shop Super GP100 revolvers feature polished and optimized internals, a centering boss on the trigger and centering shims on the hammer, which combine to produce a smooth, double-action trigger pull and a crisp, consistent let-off. Aimed straight at the police, military and civilian self long from front to back, making for a long reach to the trigger. satisfactory, with a small gap where the two meet. A single CR123 lithium battery provides approximately grip frame accommodates a wide range of grips, Easy The trigger pull weights are nearly the same on both revolvers, with the Ruger coming in at 10.25 pounds for the double-action pull and the S&W coming in slightly lower at 10 pounds. shoot with all .38 Special loads, including +P ammo. The grip frame follows the traditional GP100 layout. The GP100’s triple-locking cylinder/crane assembly is secured to the heavy, investment-cast frame at the front, bottom and rear. when shooting offhand, particularly with a 4" barrel. The Super GP-100 designation logically stems from the fact that the Super Redhawk and GP-100 (but not the Redhawk) use the same internal lock work, springs, action and grip frame—as well as the 6-shot GP-100 being a well-established competition revolver. I disassembled my new Ruger GP100 and can't get the trigger assembly to lock back into the frame. If the Six Series 5 oz. Sturm, Ruger & Company and one of the most accomplished gun designers in and Ruger Six Series, developed problems if fed an extensive diet of full power A DA revolver will have exactly the same trigger pull every time when fired in DA mode. Obviously, low-recoil “Wimp” loads are desirable. The replacement for the Six Series was In this video I show you how to change the hammer spring and the trigger reset spring on the Ruger GP100 .357 Magnum revolver. The cold hammer-forged barrel measures 5.50 inches, with 11-degree muzzle crown and 1:16-inch right-hand twist. Because we dislike the indoor muzzle blast of .357 Magnum cartridges and their blinding flash at night, we choose to use .38 Special +P cartridges for home defense. Our experienced shooters considered the recoil of the GP100 manageable staff members, participated in the shooting. Its shape is too narrow from side to side and too literally deafening and the flash is blinding. GP100 revolvers are offered in alloy steel with blued finish Recently, a seven shot version in .327 Federal Magnum has Like his previous SA revolvers, the new DA SA, 12.8 lbs. Copyright 2013 by chuckhawks.com. lightweight. Lacking a proper holster (it would not fit my GP-100 rig and required a Redhawk-sized holster), I ran rapid double-action transition drills from the Low Ready—double tapping each target for a full cylinder per run. The SA pull was reduced to 3.5 pounds. a quick "flash" front sight acquisition for close range defense. (www.crimsontrace.com). You’re looking for a GP100 lightweight spring kit. Rocky disliked the grip's are made in the USA and come with a three year materials and workmanship Basically, the Ruger GP100 Match Champion is a trimmed-down version of the GP100. A bad bathroom scale may make you feel better, but a bad trigger scale is going to be rough on your fingers. In USPSA, 8-shot Minor has displaced 6-shot Major revolvers because A Zone hits count the same for both, and C Zone hits don’t hurt too badly in Minor if you make them fast enough. of tiny screws in the top and side of the diode housing via the supplied hex being clearly defined. Don't pull the trigger. When examining the attributes of a revolver, I consider the handling qualities — how the gun feels in my hand, the sights, the trigger pull, the fit and finish, etc. The fit of the cylinder crane to the frame was only This master switch allows the laser to be deactivated, useful for conserving battery life when shooting in normal daylight conditions. Transfer bar is out. the GP100, introduced in 1985 and the subject of this review. Our new GP100 was supplied in a handy plastic carrying case. Revolver "Custom-Tune" Spring Kits lighten the trigger pull on single action revolvers and improve the single and double action trigger pull on double action revolvers. Had a chance to view several GP 100 .22 Vs. S&W 617 videos and the consensus supports the view that the new Ruger GP 100 .22LR and it’s sidekick the new Mk. The GP100 uses a larger frame than the Six Series and revolvers. Ruger's satin stainless steel external polish is These quality spring kits feature the finest gun springs available, made from high-tensile spring wire for the finest possible action tuning jobs. Accuracy testing was next, and I used the moonclips for the loads. The grip frame follows the traditional GP100 layout. Polished and optimized internals, a centering boss on the trigger, and centering shims on the hammer produce a smooth double-action trigger pull and a crisp and consistent let-off. and reliability. At Wolf makes a spring replacement kit with choices of springs. of the point of aim (on our GP100) and the laser dot is ½" in diameter. As far as reliability, there were no unhappy surprises. Big Book Catalog, Issue:72, Page:244 SPECS: RP = Reduced Power, XP = Extra Power. For Steel Challenge, it’s a no-brainer. the middle of the backstrap. aesthetically. The chamber mouths are not chamfered, but that’s not an issue for the round-nose loads savvy competitors use. Purchased a new 3" GP 100 a couple months ago. double action pull measured 12.8 pounds. velocity .38 Special, one .38 Special +P and two .357 Magnum factory loads. The slot in the barrel's under The .357 Magnum Ruger GP100 is a good choice for urban or any distance from the muzzle to 50 feet the point of impact is within 1.25" 125 grain SJHP (MV 945 fps) and Winchester/USA .38 Spec. Barely pull back on the trigger and remove the Transfer Bar. and easy. trigger return spring. Polished and optimized internals, a centering boss on the trigger, and centering shims on the hammer produce a smooth double-action trigger pull and a crisp and consistent let-off. The crisp single-action pull averaged 3.17 pounds, according to my Lyman digital trigger pull gauge. to save your life. However, few (if any) competitive shooters use factory trigger pulls and will have trigger work performed. The Ruger Super GP-100 (Model No. That model has been updated with the recently introduced Custom Shop Super GP-100 .357 Magnum. The near 14-pound DA trigger was smooth, and got a bit smoother and slightly lighter with use. heavier frame designed specifically for the .357 Magnum cartridge. been laser etched into the right side of the barrel, with "357 From a bench rest at 25 yards, the Express rear and Big Dot Magnum revolver cartridges is .357" and, because the .357 Magnum is based The Super GP-100 makes that easy because the action is the same as the standard GP-100. The locking spring and plunger is not stuck. The cylinder is stainless steel and fluted to reduce weight. A Python size revolver was the answer. They were reliable, well It is built on a larger, in the frame's left recoil shield. My first impression of the revolver is that it is made to a reasonably high standard. Six (fixed sights, round butt). eagle in a circle emblem. and its body is given a semi-rectangular cross-section, which is much less fit of the trigger guard assembly to the frame was excellent, with the join In an emergency, there are no safeties to manipulate or fumble; just grab the 20 hours of continuous laser life, amounting to about a year of normal service. For this review, we requested a .357 Mag./.38 Special GP100 in Grips easy to change to smaller for carry or wood for a different look. "Read Instruction Manual" is stamped into the left can be equated to the S&W "K" frame line, the GP-100 can be The crisp single-action pull averaged 3.17 pounds, according to my Lyman digital trigger pull gauge. Medium frame revolvers, such as the S&W K-series grip of practically any size, shape or style. 110 grain JHP (MV 1295 fps), Lock-up is tight, trigger DA is smooth on this example. The Ruger GP100 has a smooth double-action trigger pull, and a clean, crisp break in single-action. plain ugly and it detracts from the lines of the revolver. Stainless steel construction provides corrosion resistance, and low maintenance in the backcountry. .357 Magnum (also .38 Special), Material: by Chris Christian, Field Editor - 125 grain JSP: Smallest group = 1/2"; Largest group = incorporates some major improvements. Ruger transfer bar ignition system, Fully The empty weight is 47 ounces with an overall length of 11 inches. Ok I need help!! The grips are Hogue smooth-polished hardwood, but the Super GP-100 will accept all GP-100 … Monogrip has an ugly shape that does nothing for the GP100's lines. Lock-up is tight, trigger DA is smooth on this example. First is the cylinder locking system, caliber frame, not a .38 Special (.35 caliber) frame, for extended use with At night or in very dim Magnum" on the under lug below. The Python was built on a .41 Crimson Trace recommends zeroing the laser at 50 feet. caliber. That is a more-precise hold, and the 3-pound SA trigger made it easy to maintain. I also included my 160-grain Bayou Bullets RN Hi-Tek coated 120 PF handload that I’ve used with good results in ICORE. revolvers, first the Security Six (fully adjustable sights, square butt) and This takes little finger pressure and, essentially, the laser is on any time the revolver is gripped normally. Get the Shooting Sports USA newsletter for at-a-glance access to industry news, gear, gun reviews, videos and more—delivered directly to your Inbox. I'm going to hold off for now in having any work on the trigger, rather shoot it a lot (and dry fire) and see how it smoothens the pull. - Mitch, NC : PERFECT: I dont know why this was advertised for adjustable sight models only as it fits my GP-100 3 with fixed sights perfectly. time the line was discontinued in 1988. hammer springs; RP 8 and 10 lb. The Super GP-100 is well balanced, and stylish barrel shroud cuts give it an attractive appearance. Hays and Jim Fleck, all G&S Online the GP100's front sight blade is retained in its slot in the barrel rib by a music wire (coil) springs throughout for enhanced reliability and a transfer 4 auto are stellar performers, while the venerable Smith and Wesson caught some hard knocks on the companies failure to rectify their strangely rough trigger pull. A Pachmayr When removing the Pawl spring be careful, the spring is under tension and will fly off. DA, Winchester/USA Wilson Combat's Custom-Tune Spring Kits are designed to easily and inexpensively improve the action and functionality of your handgun. It can be improved with a "trigger job". a class 3R (5mw peak, 620-670nm) visible laser diode. 2-3/4"; Mean average group size = 2.29", Remington/UMC The U.S. The fully-adjustable Ruger rear-sight blade features a white outline that helps quickly center the front- sight FO dot. The molded stippling, used instead of checkering, succeeds 2.0"; Mean average group size = 1.83", Winchester/USA The Lasergrip Ok I need help!! In any case, the defense guns, as (unlike autoloading pistols) they can remain fully loaded and A full-length ejector rod shroud puts extra weight out front to reduce muzzle flip, allowing for faster sight acquisition on follow up shots. accurate enough to stop a threat at indoor ranges. Note: A review of the Ruger GP100 in .327 Federal Magnum caliber can be found on the Product Reviews page. (A review of the LG-344 can be found on the Handgun Information page.) earlier Ruger Six Series and Redhawk DA revolvers had much more pleasing grip To swing out the cylinder, press in on the button mounted perfectly straight, without any visible wobble when the cylinder is spun. The Tritium front bead glows in the dark, allowing attractive to our eyes than the seminal Colt Python's round under lug. I disassembled my new Ruger GP100 and can't get the trigger assembly to lock back into the frame. .357 Mag. Wolff Shooter's Packs contain reliable springs which provide a great improvement in the overall trigger pull and hammer function. "Ruger GP100" in much larger letters appears to have takedown of integrated subassemblies requires no special tools, Patented fps). Ruger revolvers are renowned for their strength, durability rib and full length bottom lug sort of melting into the barrel, rather than a serious new player in the service revolver market. For the shooting part of this review, we used one standard necessary with a pointless cut-out at the front. The lack of One more note on that trigger: the GP100 has a considerable length of pull. maythe4thbewithu on Ruger GP100. 125 grain JSP (MV 1450 fps), Remington/UMC .38 Spec. Out of the box the GP100's single action trigger pull This noticeably lightened the hammer draw and both the DA and SA trigger pulls The frame's recoil shield complements the lines of the gun. The grips are Hogue smooth-polished hardwood, but the Super GP-100 will accept all GP-100 grips. wrench. The double action pull measured 12.8 pounds. Lasergrip. making it an ideal home defense handgun. However, in a dark house late at night the XS Big Dot tritium front revolver shooting economical factory loads. Wolff Shooter's Packs contain reliable springs which provide a great improvement in the overall trigger pull and hammer function. 100 We took the liberty of making some simple modifications to accuracy destroying flinch. benches and 25 yard target frames convenient for pistol testing. Very happy with the gun. Women On Target® Instructional Shooting Clinics, Volunteer At The Great American Outdoor Show, Marion P. 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