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Ruger
Model GP-100
Ruger Revolver GP-100 .357 Mag Variant-6
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Gun Dimensions Width:No Data
Length:11.5-in Height:No Data
Barrel:6-in Weight:45-oz
Variant 6 of 24
Gun Rankings
  • Power Factor (158 grain bullet)209192
  • Recoil Factor (158 grain bullet)8.63 ft-lb
  • Total Capacity6 rounds
  • ConcealabilityVery Poor
  • Defense Factor58%
Gun Specifications
Type:Revolver
Produced:2007 -
Caliber:.357 Mag
Action:revolving chamber
Trigger:double-action (DA/SA)
Safety:trigger activated transfer bar
Cylinder:6-round
Frame:stainless steel
Grip:Hogue Monogrip
Sights:fixed blade front, adjustable rear
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Manufacturer
Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc.
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Gun Value
MSRP:$1,029.00Used Est:$780.00
Last Update:12/31/2022
About the Gun

The GP100 is a medium-size frame double-action revolver with a strengthened design intended for constant use with all .357 Mag. ammunition. Available in calibers from .22LR to .44 Spl. The original standard for grips was was a square-butt rubber monogrip with rosewood inserts. This has now become an option and the new standard is a Hogue textured rubber monogrip with finger grooves. All GP100 revolvers feature a strong triple-locking cylinder, and are available in both blued and stainless steel models, and in both square and round-butt variations.

Cartridge Specifications
Cartridge: .357 Magnum
Alias: .357 Smith & Wesson Magnum
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Ballistics for This Gun
Selected Bullet Mass:158 grains
MV:1324 ft/sec ME:615 ft-lbs
About the Cartridge

Smith & Wesson introduced this cartridge for its heavy-frame revolver. Ammunition was developed by Winchester in cooperation with Smith & Wesson. Using a lengthened and strengthened version of the .38 Special case, the .357 Magnum was rapidly accepted by hunters and law enforcement. At the time of its introduction, it was claimed to easily pierce the body panels of automobiles and crack engine blocks. While it has less power than the .44 Magnum, it compares favorably to the 10mm Norma and .45 ACP, but with better armor penetration. Today factories offer over fifty different loadings in this caliber.

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User Comments

4 of 5 Stars
By pprime on 09 Sep 2020
This is the only revolver I own, but it is a beast. It's heavy, but recoil is low because of the weight. Very smooth and reliable.