Ruger GP100

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I don't think I've ever had a GP100. I have a chance to get a blue one with a 4 inch barrel. I know they are built strong and Ruger usually makes a good product. What are your first hand experiences with a GP100?

I've owned the SP101 before and I know that some Wolff springs makes the trigger pull much better.
 
My son has a stainless GP100 with a six inch barrel. Iā€™ve shot it a few times. Seems well made to me. He keeps talking about selling it because he doesnā€™t shoot it much, but just yesterday he said he couldnā€™t bring himself to part with it.
 
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I've owned the SP101 before and I know that some Wolff springs makes the trigger pull much better.
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I love my stainless 4" GP100. Like the SP101, the Wolff springs make a tremendous difference. Add a set of FO sights and you're good to go.

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The same set of Wolff (Or Wilson Combat) springs makes for an excellent trigger pull. At times a set of hammer shims can also assist as occasionally you'll have a GP100 where the hammer drags on the frame a bit. That's what I had to do to my current and only GP100. I have owned about a dozen over the years. At one time I had 8 different models on hand. Buy it. You won't regret it. And unless you get robbed on the deal you can always get your $ back.
 
As already said, trigger/hammer springs make a huge difference. Typically there are machining/tool marks in the trigger spring channel. 13/64 drill bit shank end first, smooth that out, 15o0 sandpaper, and good to go.

just picked up a 2.5 inch model. Factory DA 10.5lb, SA 5.25lb changed springs, DA 7.5lb SA 3lb
 
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Iā€™ve owned a 4ā€ blue and 2 6ā€ one blue and one ss. Built strong but thatā€™s all I can say positive. All had rough actions and accuracy was just average. I know if you are considering it, the price is cheap. Never will be a pre lock Smith but you will enjoy Shooting it. Dams sure wonā€™t wear it out
 
I miss my 4" GP100. Great shooter and pretty good for carry when I was feeling old school.
 
I've only shot 3 that belonged to friends- a full lug blued "6, a target grey 5" & a 4" Match Champion. All of 'em shot well & were a pleasure to shoot. I like 'em.
 
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I don't think I've ever had a GP100. I have a chance to get a blue one with a 4 inch barrel. I know they are built strong and Ruger usually makes a good product. What are your first hand experiences with a GP100?

I've owned the SP101 before and I know that some Wolff springs makes the trigger pull much better.
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I love the 4" GP 100 - for what that's worth. It is my favorite Ruger revolver (that's not .44 Mag).

And I agree about Wolff springs for the SP 101 - especially the 2.5" .357!
 
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As I have stated before, I chose a 6ā€ GP100 for my first handgun. After 32 years, it still has a place in my safe, along with a similar 4ā€, a Match Champion, and most recently, a stainless 2.5 inch. Iā€™m.357 rich, with an SP101 as well!
 
I really like the heft & balance of the 6"ers & would dearly love to pick up one of the TALO 6" with the non fluted cylinder for conversion to .41 Special.

I'm way into single action revolvers & only have one DA wheel gun (a 3" .357 Taurus that has been my trusty truck gun for 25 years), so I don't have a lot of experience with DAs. That said, I recall really liking the Match Champion.
 
Split the difference... my GP100 is the 44 special with a 5 inch barrel ;)

Wolff trigger and hammer spring change... two sets of Altamonts I cant decide which I like better. The factory grips are Altamont too I believe but extremely boring walnut.

EDIT: I would probably do the 4 inch before the 6 ... depends on your favorite load really. Great guns!
 
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..........just my pinion....... The GP100 isn't as refined as a 686 or 715........but however.....is still a very good revolver.
 
I put a Hogue grip on mine and it makes me want to walk around holding everywhere, pointing at things with it while I talk.

The Wolff springs were the first mods I ever did to a gun. Easy peasy. Always wanted to add night and/or fiber sights.

I donā€™t shoot it as well as Iā€™d like. Probably from lack of practice.
 
I have decided to not pursue the Ruger. Thanks for all that gave their opinions.
 
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I have decided to not pursue the Ruger. Thanks for all that gave their opinions.
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I was certain you would come to your senses. The Ruger 3 inch Speed Six is the best of the bunch. The Ruger Revolvers are built like a tank But they are the Glock of revolvers. The perfect Tool. Not much in the looks department. Glad you held out.
 
I have one of the Talo 4 inch versions. Absolutely love it, it was my first and currently only wheelgun.

this reminds me, I need a 44mag...
 
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My first handgun was a 6" GP100 I bought when I turned 21. Still have it, and over the years, I've put thousands of rounds down the pipe. I tried to keep count, but never wrote it down. Around 10-12K, I think? Gp100 owners manual encourages dry fire, and who knows how many thousands of times mine has been dry fired.

Its heavy, thick, and sturdy. Overbuilt, so it doesn't mind handloads on the hot side. I don't think you can wear one out.

Fit and finish wise, its not a S&W. It looks and feels chunky, and the moving parts don't just click into place like they do with a Smith.

I've owned an SP101, and a Redhawk. Sold both of those. Now all of my wheelguns are Smith & Wesson with the exception of the Gp100. I don't shoot it as often, but I think I'll hang onto it.
 
I know it varies woman to woman, but a GP-100 (or similar) is a big gun. May be a bit much for her. Iā€™d look at the Airweight revolvers or something similar if itā€™s to be used for practical purposes.
 
opinions on better balanced gp100, 4" or 6" I have a 4" sp101 for almost 10 years and carry it a lot outside or in the truck. The gp would be most comparable to an L frame?
 
People always want to steer a woman or first time buyer to a small and lightweight gun. Yes, small and lightweight is good for a carry gun but, they are not ideal for shooting a lot. Many times, a woman will be intimidated by the noise and recoil of a small gun. My opinion is that a small, light gun is better suited for someone with some shooting experience. I think @Millie can back me up on this.
 
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People always want to steer a woman or first time buyer to a small and lightweight gun. Yes, small and lightweight is good for a carry gun but, they are not ideal for shooting a lot. Many times, a woman will be intimidated by the noise and recoil of a small gun. My opinion is that a small, light gun is better suited for someone with some shooting experience. I think @Millie can back me up on this.
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The Taurus Ultra Lite....or whatever it was called.....horrible to shoot for a newbie....but I didn't know! lol. I hadn't shot a gun in 30 years.

I might be better with it now after a couple of years shooting, but I still think it would be unpleasant for me to shoot. I am not fond of really light guns!
 
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