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Ruger Model No.1 .223 Rem. Falling Block Heavy Barrel Rifle

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Ruger Model No.1 .223 Rem. Falling Block Heavy Barrel Rifle
Ruger Model No.1 .223 Rem. Falling Block Single Shot Heavy Barrel Rifle & Scope

Our Assessment:The Ruger No. 1 was introduced in 1967 and seems an odd design choice for a modern rifle. Repeating rifles of many different designs had become the norm by the late '60s and the single shot rifle pattern—certainly the falling-block single-shot—was on the outs with most hunters and target shooters. The brilliant success of the Ruger No. 1 comes from its embodiment of Ruger's design philosophy: simple, durable, reliable. The work designers and manufacturers such as Harry Sefried, Lenard Brownell, and Larry Larson crafted resulted in a timeless firearm that allows the common shooter a slower, more deliberate hunt with an elegant weapon. Craig Boddington, noted game hunter and Ruger No.1 enthusiast said of the rifle, "There's one… thing… about the single-shot rifle concept that, although purely psychological, actually has tremendous impact: You know that, in all likelihood, you're only going to get one shot. That makes you extra careful," This example hails from 1986 and is in Fine-plus condition. It is chambered for .223 Remington, an exceedingly popular—so much so that it has superseded most other .22 varmint chamberings in the US—and powerful cartridge suited for varmint hunting. Good luck and happy bidding!

Make:Sturm, Ruger & Co.

Model:No. 1 (No. 1-V, Model #01337)

Serial Number:132-78899

Year of Manufacture:1986 (Ruger Serial Number Lookup)

Caliber:.223 Remington

Action Type:Falling Block Single Shot Rifle

Markings:The top of the barrel is marked with a Ruger warning over "STURM, RUGeR & CO., INC. / SOUTHPORT, CONN. U.S.A.". The left side of the barrel is marked with "CAL .223" and a Ruger proof mark. The top of the receiver is marked "RUGeR" in a decorative ribbon over "No. 1". The underside left of the receiver is marked with the serial number "132-78899". The grip cap and buttpad are marked with the company’s phoenix logo.

Barrel Length:24"

Sights/Optics:There is no provision for iron sights on this rifle. The top of the barrel is drilled, tapped, and filled with two bases that have attached a pair of Ruger that have installed a Redfield "Revolution" 4-12x40 scope with a duplex reticle The scope body is free of any notable wear or damage, the glass is clear, and overall, the scope is is excellent condition.

Stock Configuration and Condition:The stock is a two-piece checkered wood with beavertail forend, capped pistol grip, fluted straight comb, and smooth orange rubber buttpad with a black spacer. There are sling studs front and rear. The wood is largely free of wear, though there are small, very minor dings and compressions scattered about. There is one more notable light scrape on the front of the wrist. There are no chips or cracks. The checkering is sharp. The LOP is 13 1/2" from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttpad. The buttpad has darkened a bit with age, but the rubber is still supple. Overall, the stocks rate in Fine-plus condition. Type of Finish:Blued

Finish Originality:Original

Bore Condition:The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion, but there is evidence of very minor fouling at the throat and muzzle.

Overall Condition:This rifle retains about 97% of its metal finish. The barrel has a few minor nicks, only a few which go therough the finish; the most notable is on the top about midway. The lever has light thinning on the edges. The receiver has taken on a faint plum hue, its flats have a few minor nicks and toolmarks around the screws. The screws themselves have minor tool marks with strong slots, and all markings are clear. Overall, this rifle is in Fine-plus-to-excellent condition.

Mechanics:The action functions correctly. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.

Box, Paperwork and Accessories:This No. 1 includes the scope as described above and will ship in a black plastic Flambeau snap case.

CA Legality:CA Dealer Transferable: NO, CA PPT: YeS