Pair Ruger New Vaquero Model 05101 .45 Colt Case Color S/A Revolvers, 2007
SOLD FOR: $1476.02
LSB#: 210628RH11 & 210628RH12
Make: Sturm, Ruger & Co.
Model: New Vaquero (Model #05101, Catalog #NV-455)
Serial Number: 510-43010 (RH11) 510-49914 (RH12)
Year of Manufacture: 2007
Caliber: .45 Colt
Action Type: Side-Gate Loaded Single Action Revolver
Markings (RH11): The left side of the barrel is marked with a Ruger two-line warning. The left side of the frame is marked “RUGER NEW VAQUERO® / 45 CAL.”. The right side of the frame under the cylinder is marked with the serial number “510-43010”. The back of the cylinder is marked “S”. The front of the cylinder is serial-matching, marked “010”. Each grip plate is marked at the top with a Ruger logo.
Markings (RH12): The left side of the barrel is marked with a Ruger two-line warning. The left side of the frame is marked “RUGER NEW VAQUERO® / 45 CAL.”. The right side of the frame under the cylinder is marked with the serial number “510-49914”. The back of the cylinder is marked “S”. The front of the cylinder is serial-matching, marked “914”. Each grip plate is marked at the top with a Ruger logo.
Barrel Length: 5 1/2”
Sights/Optics: The front sight is a steel blade set into the barrel. The rear sight is a square-notch integral to the topstrap.
Stock Configuration and Condition (RH11): The grips are two-piece checkered wood. The grips have light handling marks, and the lower edges of the panels have a few minor nicks. The checkering is well-defined, and there are no chips or cracks. Overall, the grips rate in Fine condition.
Stock Configuration and Condition (RH12): The grips are two-piece checkered wood. The grips have light handling marks and the right panel has a spot of finish loss. The checkering is well-defined, and there are no chips or cracks. Overall, the grips rate in Very Good-to-Fine condition.
Type of Finish: Blued with Case Color Frame
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bores are bright, and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion.
Overall Condition (RH11): This handgun retains about 96% of its current metal finish. There are a few light nicks on the trigger guard. There are a few minor nicks on the topstrap. The cylinder has an intermittent turn line through the finish, and there are a few minor nicks. The case hardening is strong. The screws are sharp, the pins are unmarred, and all markings are clear. Overall, this revolver rates in about Fine condition.
Overall Condition (RH12): This handgun retains about 93% of its current metal finish. There is moderate finish loss/holster wear on the left side of the barrel and the right side of the ejection port. The cylinder has a turn line through the finish and light finish loss on the front edge. The case hardening is mostly strong but has worn down slightly on the left side at the front. The screws are sharp, the pins are unmarred, and all markings are clear. Overall, this revolver rates in about Fine condition.
Mechanics: The actions on both revolvers function correctly. The cylinders lock with minor play on each chamber. We did not fire these revolvers. As with all used firearms, thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork, and Accessories (RH11): This revolver includes a serial-matching gray plastic Ruger factory case, a test fire casing in a sealed envelope dated 01/12/2007, and various factory paperwork in a sealed envelope. The case shows light wear from storage with a few light nicks on the smooth area with the Ruger logo, and rates in Fine condition.
Box, Paperwork, and Accessories (RH12): This revolver includes a serial-matching gray plastic Ruger factory case, a test fire casing in a sealed envelope dated 06/19/2007, and various factory paperwork in a sealed envelope. The case shows light wear from storage with a few light nicks on the smooth area with the Ruger logo, and rates in Fine condition.