Ruger GP100

By NRA Staff (RSS)

October 01, 2012

First built as a replacement for the Security-Six, Speed-Six and Service-Six revolvers, the GP100 makes handling .357 Mag. easier than ever and is a staple of Ruger's line.

Easy on the hand—GP100s remain one of the most comfortable revolvers to shoot—and on the budget, this revolver has been a favorite since its introduction in 1985. And, just like all Ruger models, it's 100 percent made in the U.S.A.

Note: The GP100 featured here is the distributor exclusive Wiley Clapp/TALO model.

Technical Specifications:

Wiley Clapp/TALO Ruger GP100 (Featured)
Distributor: TALO Distributors, Inc.
Caliber: .357 Mag./.38 Spl.
Barrel Length: 3"
Overall Length: 8.5"
Weight: 37 ozs.
Capacity: 6 rounds
MSRP: $829

Traditional GP100 Models
Caliber: .357 Mag. and .327 Fed. Mag.
Barrel Length: 3" to 6"
Overall Length: 8.5" to 11.5"
Weight: 36 ozs. to 45 ozs.
Capacity: 6 rounds (.357 Mag.), 7 rounds (.327 Fed. Mag.)
MSRP: $699 to $759

For Further Reading:

• Review: Wiley Clapp/TALO Ruger GP100
• Magnum Maximization
• Keefe Report: The Ruger I've Been Waiting For

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16 Responses to Ruger GP100

Ron P wrote:
December 12, 2012

I've had Smith and Wessons and Rugers..You can keep your S&Ws And I"ll hang on to my Rugers...Cheaper and WAY more reliable. I have a Wiley Clapp GP100 and it is the best revolver I have ever owned. I have owned a Smith and Wesson performance center 686 and it was nothing but trouble going out of time constantly.

shaun wrote:
November 22, 2012

Why are the guys closing their eyes when they shoot this revolver?

DC Campbell wrote:
October 07, 2012

Have a good time with the Python. Colt recommends a check-up after every 1000 rds as timing is an issue. Parts are very reasonable if $1000 is reasonable...A great museum piece. My GP100, (Stainless 6') has many rds through it, no issues, cylinder and trigger are tight and it handles everything.

Bill Johnson wrote:
October 04, 2012

I'm a big fan of Ruger's I bought my first one in'76 a ruger Security six, I paid like a 100.00 for it new. I now own a 9 mm & a .45 ACP both are great guns.

Charles LaPiene wrote:
October 04, 2012

Comments...My Dan Wesson .357 has the same lockup as the Ruger. Twenty years ago.

ArmyVeteran wrote:
October 04, 2012

For the money, get a S&W - better made, easier to tune trigger, and it will always work. They want way too much money for the GP100 now. It just isn't worth it.

bhp9 wrote:
October 04, 2012

I was all set to buy one in 6 inch and then I found out I waited to long. They are now making them with junk MIM cast hammers. MIM parts are known for high failure rates. I went out and bought a real quality gun. A used Colt Python like new.

Red wrote:
October 04, 2012

I own two GP100 (4” and 6”) and one 686 (4”) (both are compared to a lot) and have to say I get much more accurate shots and tighter groups with the GP100, even though trigger is not as smooth as the smith. It’s a great revolver and one of my favorites to take to the range. I have read a lot of reviewers say it’s ugly but I can’t justify that comment. If you really look at the design and lines, Ruger tried to mimick some of the design elements found in Colt single shot revolvers (like the rounded areas behind the cylinder.) People fail to notice these little details which also carry into all of Ruger’s revolvers. The GP100 is probably the best revolver out there for the money today and worth every penny.

Brian wrote:
October 04, 2012

LOve this gun. I bought mine 20 years ago and payed 350.00.

Dale wrote:
October 04, 2012

I still like the Speed 6, Security 6, Service 6 revolvers better due to their weight and size.

Gary wrote:
October 04, 2012

I still have the three "Sixes", Security, Service & Speed, that I shoot all the time. Bought them new and still love them. I got myself one of the GP-100's as soon as they came out too. As well as a couple of SP-101's for carry. I love my Rugers You all can keep your Smiths & Colts. Overpriced guns made for people who have more dollars than sense.

Nick wrote:
October 04, 2012

I've planned on getting one of these for a little while now..as soon as I get the free time to hunt one down at a decent price. I've wanted a .357 and/or a .38 for ages..and now I'm no longer on a Rossi/Taurus budget.

Pksgundogs wrote:
October 03, 2012

The Security Six and GP100 have been personal favorite hard use working revolvers for 25+ years. Per Skeeter's question, "If I could only have one "centerfire handgun that is" it would be my 4" blued GP100

Jay G wrote:
October 03, 2012

Awesome handgun. My first handgun, and the one I will never sell. Extremely solid feel. No problems whatsoever in twenty plus years. Unlike semiautos (I own a bunch), ammo is no problem,from the lightest loads to the heaviest, icluding shots and rubber bullets. And for reloaders, it is much easier to reload than semiauto calibers.

Mike T. wrote:
October 03, 2012

When I think of over built... I usually think of the GP100 :-) If you need a 357 revolver to fight off a hoard of zombies, the GP100 would be a great choice!

southtxcowboy wrote:
October 01, 2012

Sweet piece of s.s.steel.