Ruger New Vaquero High-Gloss Stainless .45 Colt Revolver – 4.62 in, 6-Shot, 2018 Production
This Ruger New Vaquero pairs classic single-action handling with modern stainless-steel durability. Finished in Ruger’s high-gloss polish, it features a mid-size XR3 grip frame, laminated hardwood panels with Ruger medallions, and a transfer-bar safety that allows all six chambers to be carried loaded. Built in 2018, this revolver offers the look of an Old West six-gun with the strength and engineering of a contemporary Ruger.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Condition: Good – Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling – Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: There are minor scratches, scuffs, and small blemishes visible on the high-gloss stainless surfaces.
What’s Included
- Ruger factory gray plastic hard case
- Ruger New Vaquero owner’s manual
The 4.62-inch barrel balances quick handling with full-length ballistics, and the 1:16 RH twist stabilizes traditional .45 Colt loads. Fixed cowboy-style sights—a soldered blade front and topstrap groove rear—keep the profile sleek and snag-free.
The high-gloss stainless finish covers the frame, cylinder, and barrel, offering excellent corrosion resistance and an eye-catching shine. Ruger’s reverse-indexing pawl makes loading and unloading smoother than earlier single-action designs by aligning chambers precisely with the loading gate.
Safety is modernized with Ruger’s transfer-bar system and loading-gate interlock, allowing safe carry of six live rounds without compromising the Old West aesthetic. The mid-size XR3 grip frame mirrors the original 1950s Single-Six profile for a comfortable, controlled hold.