SASS Ruger New Vaquero Pair Stainless 4 5/8″ .357 Single Action Revolvers
SOLD FOR: $1,725.00
LSB#: WY250402MM001
LSB#: WY250402MM002
Make: Ruger (Special Run made for SASS)
Model: New Vaquero (05133)
Serial Number: SASS01225
Serial Number: SASS01226
Year of Manufacture: 2010 (https://ruger.com/dataProcess/serialHistory/)
Caliber: .357 Magnum
Action Type: Single Action, 6 Shot Fluted Cylinder Revolver with Ejector Rod.
Markings: The right side of the frame is marked “SASS01225”. The left side of the frame is marked “RUGER NEW VAQUERO / .357 MAG. CAL.”. The underside of the barrel is marked with a safety warning and the Ruger Newport Address. The left grip is engraved with the Norse Rune TIWAZ (the rune of the Norse god of war, Tyr) which represents justice, victory, leadership, and sacrifice.
Markings: The right side of the frame is marked “SASS01226”. The left side of the frame is marked “RUGER NEW VAQUERO / .357 MAG. CAL.”. The underside of the barrel is marked with a safety warning and the Ruger Newport Address. The right grip is engraved with the Norse Rune ALGIZ (the elk rune) which represents protection, defense, good luck, and good fortune.
Barrel Length: 4 5/8”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a quarter moon blade. The rear sight is a square notch in the top strap.
1225 Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two piece smooth birds-eye-maple panels. The left grip is engraved with the Norse Rune TIWAZ (the rune of the Norse god of war, Tyr) which represents justice, victory, leadership, and sacrifice. There are no chips or cracks. Overall the grips are in Fine condition as hand engraved.
1226 Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two piece smooth birds-eye-maple panels. The right grip is engraved with the Norse Rune ALGIZ (the elk rune) which represents protection, defense, good luck, and good fortune. There are no chips or cracks. Overall the grips are in Fine condition as hand engraved.
Type of Finish: Polished Stainless
Finish Originality: Original
1225 Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no visible erosion in the bore, but there is some stubborn fouling in the grooves. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 9.5/10.
1226 Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no visible erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 9.5/10.
1225 Overall Condition: This revolver retains about 97% The balance of the finish shows modest operation and handling wear. There is a crisp turn line. The hammer and trigger have light wear marks. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this handgun rates in about Very Good condition.
1226 Overall Condition: This revolver retains about 97% The balance of the finish shows modest operation and handling wear. There is a crisp turn line. The hammer and trigger have light wear marks. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this handgun rates in about Very Good condition.
Mechanics: Both actions function as intended. There is light side to side play of the cylinders while in lockup, and the actions are smooth. We did not fire these handguns. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements. These both sport a Montado style hammer and lightened hammer springs along with removed transfer bars. The Action has been worked and short stroked.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Original hard case, locks, test cartridges, reverse indexing pawl parts, paperwork.
Our Assessment: This matched pair of Ruger New Vaquero revolvers, serial numbered SASS01225 and SASS01226, is a beautiful set tailored for cowboy action shooting and collectors alike. These are part of a special production run featuring polished stainless steel finishes and chambered in the versatile .357 Magnum. Built on Ruger’s New Vaquero frame, these revolvers are dimensionally closer to the original Colt Single Action Army, providing a more authentic feel and ideal weight for fast handling and smooth target transitions. Each revolver features a 4 5/8” barrel and Montado-style low-profile hammers—popular among competitive SASS (Single Action Shooting Society) shooters for quick, confident cocking. Both revolvers are in very good condition, showing about 97% of their original polished stainless finish. Each has a crisp turn line, modest handling wear, and clean, sharp markings. The bores on both guns are bright with sharp rifling and rate 9.5/10. The grips on each revolver are two-piece, smooth bird’s-eye maple panels. One revolver features the Norse Rune TIWAZ engraved on the left grip panel—representing justice, victory, leadership, and sacrifice, and traditionally associated with the Norse god of war, Tyr. The other revolver bears the Rune ALGIZ on the right grip panel—symbolizing protection, defense, good luck, and good fortune. These personalized runic carvings add a rich symbolic layer and striking visual character. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the grips rate in Fine condition as hand engraved. The smooth maple panels lend a unique aesthetic, with one revolver displaying an arrow carved into the left grip and the other featuring a branching mark on the right—thoughtful touches that enhance the individuality of this distinctive set. Mechanically, both guns are sound, having been tuned with lightened hammer springs and the transfer bars removed for a crisper single-action experience, consistent with cowboy action tuning. Reverse-index pawls are also included.
Complete with their original hard case, paperwork, locks, and test cartridges, this is an exceptional matched set for the shooter or collector. Whether you’re building a cowboy action rig, putting together a display, or simply looking for two high-quality single-actions ready to ride, this pair of New Vaqueros will turn heads and perform with classic Ruger reliability. -L.S.
