Ruger Releases 75th Anniversary Limited Production Engraved No. 1

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posted on August 27, 2024
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Ruger Number 1 right-side view 75th anniversary commemorative rifle wood stock gold inlay custom lever-action
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Ruger is celebrating its 75th year as an American firearms manufacturer this year, and to commemorate the milestone the Company is releasing a very special edition of one of America’s most iconic firearms—the Ruger No. 1. Only 75 of these rifles have been built and, each is engraved “1 of 75” on the bottom of the receiver. A special serial number (R75-401 through R75-475) was created just for these rifles.

Ruger 75th Anniversary lever-action rifle left-side dynamic view quartering angle wood stock black metal 75th engraving

“This rifle not only commemorates a significant milestone in the Company’s history, but it is a testament to the dedicated craftsmen and women working to preserve Bill Ruger’s legacy,” said Chris Killoy, president and CEO of Ruger Firearms. “This beautifully crafted rifle is truly a work of art.”

Introduced in 1967, the single-shot No. 1 is an American classic designed by Bill Ruger himself. It has a hammerless falling-block action designed for both strength and beauty. The diamond anniversary edition of the No. 1 rifle is handsomely adorned with attractive scrollwork engraving that accentuates the gold-and-silver Ruger Eagle and 75th anniversary emblem.

Ruger No. 1 bottom-side view engraving serial number 1 of 75 limited edition rifle 75th Anniversary Ruger

This commemorative Ruger No. 1 is chambered in .270 Win. and features a 22" barrel with express sights and integral scope mounts machined directly on the solid steel quarter rib. High-grade American walnut compliments the beauty and elegance of the receiver and barrel.

Dave Campbell described the timeless allure of the Ruger No. 1 well when he reviewed it for AmericanRifleman.org in 2020. He wrote, “What started as a dream of Bill Ruger nearly a half century ago remains one of the most iconic sporting rifles ever made. The Ruger No. 1 is the instrument of the rifle connoisseur. It is for the person to whom the hunt is as much about the tool as the game being hunted.”

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