Ruger SP101 DAO .357 Magnum Revolver, 2.25 in Stainless, 5-Shot (MFG. 1997)
This Ruger SP101 DAO is a compact, stainless steel .357 Magnum revolver manufactured in 1997. It features a 2.25 inch full-underlug barrel, a five-shot fluted cylinder, and a spurless hammer for double-action-only operation. Built in the United States and marked with the Ruger Southport, Connecticut barrel address, it combines durable construction with a clean, brushed stainless finish.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: This firearm is in great shape. Minor, superficial scratches and small blemishes are present. The bore is clean and shiny.
What’s Included
- Aluminum hard-sided briefcase-style case with handle and dual latches
Made in 1997, this SP101 DAO is a stainless steel, double-action-only variant designed around Ruger’s compact frame. It wears a 2.25 inch full-underlug barrel with a shrouded ejector rod and a five-shot fluted cylinder, delivering a sturdy, well-balanced package in a small footprint.
The DAO configuration uses a spurless (bobbed) hammer, giving the revolver a smooth, snag-resistant profile while maintaining consistent double-action operation. Fixed sights include a pinned serrated ramp front and an integral rear notch on the topstrap for a simple, durable sight picture.
Construction details are all stainless: the frame, cylinder, barrel, and receiver are finished in brushed stainless for a uniform, clean appearance. The black rubber wraparound grip with ribbed black polymer side panels provides a secure, hand-filling hold on the compact frame.
Markings include the Ruger Southport, Connecticut barrel address, aligning with its late-1990s U.S. manufacture. Overall, this is a well-executed stainless .357 Magnum revolver with the hallmark SP101 build quality and a desirable 1997 production date.