Ruger GP-100 10 shot 22 LR

[Hatchdog]

Great customer service from Ruger but sad that it came down to having to use it. Hope it runs strong from here on out.

[BigAl52]

Well the Ruger saga continues. Back to Ruger again. The gun hangs up or binds up when using it in single action mode. It runs fine in double action but when trying to fire it in the single action method the hammer will just stop at about half cock. You then can let it return and it will cock the next time. Doesnt do it all the time but it will do it intermittently. Also there is scratches that were not there ahead of the rear sight. I suspect that was done when the barrel was replaced. I take the blame for part of this deal. I should of inspected this gun a little closer before I bought it. If I would of I would of never brought it home.

[North Country Gal]

Al, I know there's nothing I can say at this point to help, but if you lived closer, I'd lend you one of my DA 22 revolvers in the meantime while Ruger gets this done right. I'd even let you pick the one you want to shoot.

My new Smith 617 had to go back twice, too, and my Uberti Cattleman still 22 sits in the safe ,waiting for me to ship it back. Yeah, it's all so darn frustrating. I've been hearing the same kind of problems from other shooters and seeing the same thing on the forums and Youtube.

Hang in there, my friend.

[daytime dave]

Al, that's too bad. I'd kick it up a notch and write an email or letter to someone.
Good luck with the second round.

[BigAl52]

Al, that's too bad. I'd kick it up a notch and write an email or letter to someone.
Good luck with the second round.

Dave
I did look for someone to send an email to. The now head of Ruger doesnt take emails anymore. Gee I wonder why. Im not real sure who to send one to that might give a damn. If anyone has a suggestion Im all ears.

[BigAl52]

Al, I know there's nothing I can say at this point to help, but if you lived closer, I'd lend you one of my DA 22 revolvers in the meantime while Ruger gets this done right. I'd even let you pick the one you want to shoot.

My new Smith 617 had to go back twice, too, and my Uberti Cattleman still 22 sits in the safe ,waiting for me to ship it back. Yeah, it's all so darn frustrating. I've been hearing the same kind of problems from other shooters and seeing the same thing on the forums and Youtube.

Hang in there, my friend.

I would love to shoot with you and Bill anytime that might be able to take place. Thanks for the kind words and believe me I will send this back as many times as it takes them to get it right. Thats sad about the Uberti. I tried to find one of those in a longer barrel like you have a while back and there were none to be found.

[BigAl52]

Well I just got off the phone with the supervisor from the GP-100 line at Ruger. Aaron was inquiring about my gun and doing the function test with it. He did get it to do it while we were on the phone. There going to do some fine tuning to it and make sure it doesnt do that anymore. I also mention to him what my gunsmith told me after telling the story to him about it being possible that the hand was hanging in the extractor track that turns the cylinder. He also told me to keep the phone number and call him if something isnt right when it returns. Aaron was very good to speak with and after talking to him I am hoping this gun comes back in great condition

[North Country Gal]

That's encouraging, Al. I think if you get it working, it will be a great gun for you.

[Vaquero]

What about the scratch you mentioned??

RP

[BigAl52]

What about the scratch you mentioned??

RP

I also asked Aaron about the scratches he said they will take care of that also and make it look new again.

[BigAl52]

That's encouraging, Al. I think if you get it working, it will be a great gun for you.

NCG
I really like the looks and feel of the gun. I no one thing when it returns it will also go to my gunsmith. I know after the job he’s done on my Smiths that Ruger will be a joy to shoot.

[North Country Gal]

That's great, Al. You are very lucky to have a good gunsmith that does that kind of work. That's a rare thing, these days.

[Hatchdog]

Reading this post has motivated me BigAl. I recently put a rifle up for trade looking for the original S&W M/63 - 4” or an original 6 shot M/617 or the blue version or either. So far no takers sadly.

Glad you getting issues straightened out and are starting to enjoy your revolvers.

[BigAl52]

Got the email today from Ruger. My GP-100 22 is on its way back. According to the packing slip they made adjustments to the pawl and polished the gun. I should have it in my hands on Tuesday. I will post back here again with my thoughts at that time.

[daytime dave]

Al, I'm sending positive waves your way for a successful repair. Hopefully your good gunsmith can make it a great gun!!!!

[BigAl52]

Update
The Ruger has returned. It does function now like it should and they polished out the scratches. The gun looks new. I also picked up my newly tuned 617 with a fiber optic front sight. The 617 is now functioning like a Smith use to. I cant wait to shoot it. Im gonna get some grips for it and as soon as I do I will post some pics. The Ruger is now at my gunsmith and I look forward to its return as I know it will be nice.

[North Country Gal]

That's real progress. Can't wait to hear how they both shoot for you.

[Hatchdog]

Fingers crossed for a positive report on the Ruger after your gunsmith works his magic.

[daytime dave]

I'm looking forward to your thoughts on the Ruger.

[Hatchdog]

I was in a couple of LGS’s yesterday and I had the chance to compare the GP100 and the M/617 side by side. The GP won on sights, price and weight and the 617 won on trigger. I was just reading a review on the GP trigger and how stiff it is. Yep! Yours should be wonderful after your smith does his magic.

I’m thinking that if I’m able to get a 22lr revolver (DA) I will probably get the Ruger. I don’t think these old eyes can deal with the S&W black on black sights. Of course I can change or alter them (paint) but the firer optic on that Ruger sure is nice.