wacki
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Quote below from World Guns RU gave me more questions than answers.
Now for my questions:
1) Can someone explain to me why so many describe the Ruger GP-100 as a "tank"?
2) Why is the GP-100 stronger than the security security six? What engineering changes were made?
3) The last bold statement is a bit of a head scratcher. I understand Ruger had some bad political decisions in the past that led up to the AWB and so they get a bad rap, but the paragraph below claims most Ruger guns really "exceptionally strong". Do you agree?
4) How does the strength and reliability of a GP-100 compare to S&W?
The Ruger GP-100 revolver was first introduced in 1985 as a 2nd-generation of the Ruger Double Action revolvers, with intent to replace successful Ruger Security / Service / Speed Six line of revolvers. The GP-100 was a serious improvement over previous Ruger guns. It was made even stronger, with intent to fire an unlimited number of full-power .357 Magnum rounds, and was produced in many variations, with three basic barrel lengths (3" / 76 mm, 4" / 102 mm or 6" / 152 mm), various barrel profiles, with fixed or adjustable sights etc. GP-100 revolvers also are offered in two finish/material variations - blued carbon steel or polished stainless steel. Like most other Ruger guns, GP-100 revolvers are exceptionally strong, reliable and durable, and are great self-defense, security or practice weapons.
Now for my questions:
1) Can someone explain to me why so many describe the Ruger GP-100 as a "tank"?
2) Why is the GP-100 stronger than the security security six? What engineering changes were made?
3) The last bold statement is a bit of a head scratcher. I understand Ruger had some bad political decisions in the past that led up to the AWB and so they get a bad rap, but the paragraph below claims most Ruger guns really "exceptionally strong". Do you agree?
4) How does the strength and reliability of a GP-100 compare to S&W?