Ruger Vaquero .357 Mag 5.5″ Single Action Revolver Consecutive Pair, 2004
SOLD FOR: $1,926.00
LSB#: LSB260407BV032
LSB#: LSB260407BV031
Make: Sturm, Ruger and Co.
Model: Vaquero (00583)
Serial Number: 58-80966
Serial Number: 58-80967
Year of Manufacture: 2004 / Modern
Caliber: .357 Magnum
Action Type: Single Action, 6 Shot Fluted Cylinder Revolver.
(66) Markings: The right side of the frame is marked “58-80966”. The left side of the frame is marked “RUGER VAQUERO / .357 MAG. CAL”. The side of the barrel is marked, “STURM, RUGER & CO., INC. SOUTHPORT CONN U.S.A”. With a safety warning.
(67) Markings: The right side of the frame is marked “58-80967”. The left side of the frame is marked “RUGER VAQUERO / .357 MAG. CAL”. The side of the barrel is marked, “STURM, RUGER & CO., INC. SOUTHPORT CONN U.S.A”. With a safety warning.
Barrel Length: 5.5”
Sights / Optics: The front sights are stainless quarter moon blades. The rear sights are square notches cut into the top strap.
(66) Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two piece, smooth white faux ivory panels with inset silver Ruger medallions. There are minimal handling marks throughout. There are no chips or cracks. Overall the grips rate at an Excellent condition.
(67) Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two piece, smooth white faux ivory panels with inset silver Ruger medallions. There are minimal handling marks throughout. There are no chips or cracks. Overall the grips rate at an Excellent condition.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: Both revolvers have 1x 6 round fluted cylinder for .357 Magnum.
Type of Finish: Polished Stainless
Finish Originality: Original
(66) Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no visible erosion in the bore but there is some faint stubborn fouling throughout. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 9.5/10.
(67) Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no visible erosion in the bore but there is some faint stubborn fouling throughout. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 9.5/10.
(66) Overall Condition: This revolver retains about 99% of its finish. There is a thin crisp turn line in the cylinder. There are faint handling marks throughout. The action has faint wear. The screw heads are sharp and the pins are unmarred. The markings are clear. Overall, this revolver rates in about Excellent condition.
(67) Overall Condition: This revolver retains about 99% of its finish. There is a thin crisp turn line in the cylinder. There are faint handling marks throughout. The action has faint wear. The screw heads are sharp and the pins are unmarred. The markings are clear. Overall, this revolver rates in about Excellent condition.
Mechanics: Both actions function correctly. We did not fire these revolvers. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Ruger hard case, paperwork, lock, 2x Hogue Kyranite grip sets.
Our Assessment: This consecutive serial numbered pair of Ruger Vaquero revolvers represents a highly attractive modern interpretation of the classic frontier-style single-action revolver. Built by Sturm, Ruger & Co., the Vaquero series combined the appearance and handling characteristics of traditional western sixguns with modern manufacturing methods and the strength of Ruger’s robust single-action platform. Chambered in .357 Magnum, one of the most versatile revolver cartridges ever developed, these revolvers offered the ability to fire both full-power magnum loads and lighter .38 Special ammunition while maintaining the classic styling associated with Old West revolvers. Consecutive serial numbered revolver pairs are increasingly desirable due to their rarity and collector appeal. Both revolvers remain in excellent overall condition, each retaining approximately 99% of their original polished stainless finish with only faint handling wear and light cylinder turn lines visible from operation. The bores remain excellent, showing bright surfaces and sharp rifling with only minimal fouling present, supporting their 9.5 out of 10 ratings. The faux ivory grip panels remain in excellent condition on both revolvers with no visible structural damage present, and the included Hogue Kyranite grip sets provide additional customization options. The pair also includes the original Ruger hard case, paperwork, and accessories, further enhancing overall completeness and presentation.
Altogether, this matching consecutive serial numbered Ruger Vaquero set represents a highly desirable pair of modern single-action revolvers combining classic western styling with Ruger durability and modern construction. Their polished stainless finish, faux ivory grips, and consecutive numbering create an especially striking collector presentation. The revolvers stand as strong examples of Ruger’s highly successful Vaquero series and the enduring popularity of western-style single-action revolvers among shooters and collectors alike. -R.E.