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Custom Heavy Barrel Ruger No. 1 Single Shot Rifle

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:750.00 USD
Custom Heavy Barrel Ruger No. 1 Single Shot Rifle
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Custom Heavy Barrel Ruger No. 1 Single Shot Rifle, #131-29750, .32-40 cal; 32" custom round heavy barrel with recessed crown, is marked on the left side "R. HOCH" and "32 40". Barrel was manufactured without sights but does have two dovetailed scope blocks. Metal with a blued finish. Rifle features the original checkered pistol grip walnut stock and Alexander Henry forearm, with red rubber Ruger recoil pad, and Ruger grip cap. Bottom edge of the buttstock has a hole from a previously installed swivel stud. LOP: 13-5/8". Weight is approx. 11 lbs. 2 oz. Mfg'd 1978. Condition is near excellent, retaining approx. 97%-98% blue. Side of the receiver with a faint vertical scratch. There is also a little larger more noticeable scratch on the bottom edge of the receiver, near the serial number. Buttstock has only a few minor blemishes. Forend with intermittent moderate surface dents and a few scratches. Checkering detail is sharp. Action operates smoothly. Bore is clean with strong rifling. $1,000-$1,500. (Modern)