#48 • Ruger Model Vaquero, 45 Caliber Revolver

Part of November Firearms Auction (live auction by Linkous Auction Group)

High bid $525.00

Status: Sold

Single action Ruger model Vaquero, 45 caliber revolver. Modeled after the Colt SAA. 4.62 inch high gloss stainless, cold hammer forged barrel in excellent condition with a bright bore and crisp rifling with a 1:16 inch twist rate. Fixed blade front sight and integral notch rear sight. 6 round cylinder is in good time with excellent chambers, a very faint cylinder ring and a right side loading gate. The steel frame is in remarkable condition with the high gloss, sleek finish. Featuring a transfer bar mechanism and loading gate interlock, larger crescent shaped ejector rod, patented reverse indexing pawl and the desirable Western-style pistol grip, closely resembling the revolvers from the late 1800s. Two piece hardwood pistol grips are in like new condition with a stunning patina and Ruger medallions on both sides. This Ruger Vaquero is in excellent condition and is a testament to the tried and true Ruger standards and long standing quality! Serial number: 55-47170 FFL status: Modern