Ruger New Vaquero TALO ‘The Last Cowboy’ .45 Colt 5.5″ SA Revolver 1 of 200
SOLD FOR: $1,750.00
LSB#: LSB260429JR053
Make: Sturm, Ruger and Co.
Model: Vaquero (05113) The Last Cowboy
Serial Number: 510-13213
Year of Manufacture: 2007 / Modern
Caliber: .45 Colt
Action Type: Single Action, 6 Shot Fluted Cylinder Revolver.
Markings: The bottom of the barrel is marked with the Southport Ruger address line and factory warnings. The left side of the frame is marked “RUGER NEW VAQUERO .45 COLT”. The right side of the frame is marked with the serial number. There is factory paisley engraving throughout. The rear of the gripframe is marked, “The Last Cowboy”.
Barrel Length: 5.5″
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a stainless quarter moon blade, with a square notch cut into the top strap.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two-piece checkered walnut panels with Ruger phoenix logos and “LC” (Last Cowboy). There are no notable handling marks throughout. There are no chips or cracks. Overall these grips are in Excellent condition.
Cylinder Quantity & Condition: 1x 6 round fluted cylinder for .45 Colt
Type of Finish: Stainless Steel
Finish Originality: Original
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.
Overall Condition: This revolver retains about 99% of its finish. There are faint scratches and light handling marks throughout. The cylinder has a crisp turn-line. The face of the cylinder has burn marks. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall this revolver is in Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions as intended. We did not fire this handgun. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements. The action has been lightened.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Original gray Ruger hard case, paperwork, testfire packet, safety keys.
Our Assessment: This Ruger New Vaquero “The Last Cowboy” is a handsome TALO distributor exclusive chambered in .45 Colt, pairing Ruger’s modern single-action durability with Old West styling and limited-edition collector appeal. TALO lists the Last Cowboy Deluxe as a discontinued Vaquero variant in .45 Colt, making this revolver more desirable than a standard production New Vaquero. The New Vaquero line was introduced with proportions closer to the classic Colt Single Action Army while retaining Ruger’s modern transfer-bar safety system, allowing the revolver to be safely carried with all six chambers loaded. With its stainless finish, 5.5-inch barrel, factory paisley engraving, “The Last Cowboy” gripframe marking, and checkered walnut “LC” grips, this revolver has strong visual appeal for Ruger collectors and cowboy-action enthusiasts alike. This example remains in Excellent condition, retaining approximately 99% of its stainless finish with only faint scratches and light handling marks. The cylinder shows a crisp turn line and burn marks on the face, indicating light use while still preserving a sharp overall presentation. The bore is bright with sharp rifling and no visible erosion, rating 9.5/10. The checkered walnut Ruger “LC” grips are also in Excellent condition, showing no notable handling wear, chips, or cracks. The revolver includes its original gray Ruger hard case, paperwork, test-fire packet, and safety keys, adding considerably to its value as a collectible TALO edition.
For collectors of Ruger single actions, TALO exclusives, and modern cowboy-style revolvers, this New Vaquero “The Last Cowboy” offers a strong combination of condition, presentation, and completeness. The .45 Colt chambering is the classic choice for a Western-style single-action revolver, and the 5.5-inch barrel gives the gun excellent balance for display, recreational shooting, or cowboy-action use. With its factory engraving, special grips, original accessories, and high-condition stainless finish, this revolver stands out as a desirable modern collectible rather than an ordinary working Vaquero. -R.E.