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Ruger
Model Bisley Vaquero
Ruger Revolver Bisley Vaquero .357 Mag Variant-3
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Gun Dimensions Width:No Data
Length:11.25-in Height:No Data
Barrel:5.5-in Weight:50-oz
Variant 3 of 5
Gun Rankings
  • Power Factor (158 grain bullet)206190
  • Recoil Factor (158 grain bullet)7.6 ft-lb
  • Total Capacity6 rounds
  • ConcealabilityVery Poor
  • Defense Factor59%
Gun Specifications
Type:Revolver
Produced:1998 - 2004
Caliber:.357 Mag
Action:revolving chamber
Trigger:single-action (SA)
Safety:trigger activated transfer bar
Cylinder:6-round
Frame:color case blued alloy steel
Grip:simulated ivory
Sights:blade front, fixed rear
Notes:blued alloy steel barrel
Manufacturer
Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc.
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Gun Value
MSRP:$595.00Used Est:$625.00
Last Update:12/31/2022
About the Gun

Ruger 'New Model' incorporates Bisley features (flattop frame, raked hammer, longer grip frame) and has a fluted cylinder.

Cartridge Specifications
Cartridge: .357 Magnum
Alias: .357 Smith & Wesson Magnum
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Ballistics for This Gun
Selected Bullet Mass:158 grains
MV:1305 ft/sec ME:598 ft-lbs
About the Cartridge

Smith & Wesson introduced this cartridge for its heavy-frame revolver. Ammunition was developed by Winchester in cooperation with Smith & Wesson. Using a lengthened and strengthened version of the .38 Special case, the .357 Magnum was rapidly accepted by hunters and law enforcement. At the time of its introduction, it was claimed to easily pierce the body panels of automobiles and crack engine blocks. While it has less power than the .44 Magnum, it compares favorably to the 10mm Norma and .45 ACP, but with better armor penetration. Today factories offer over fifty different loadings in this caliber.

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