Ruger Mark I Target .22 LR, 6.875-inch Tapered Barrel, Blued, 1961 Production
This Ruger Mark I Target stands out with its 6.875-inch tapered barrel, adjustable target sights, and classic blued carbon steel construction. Built in 1961 and marked with Southport, Conn. U.S.A. rollmarks, it features the Target configuration with a pinned undercut Patridge front blade and adjustable rear sight. The tubular receiver with a polished in-the-white cylindrical bolt and heel-style magazine catch round out a period-correct, full-size .22 LR target pistol.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: This firearm is in solid shape. The exterior shows some scratches and blemishes. The bore presents a bright interior.
What’s Included
- Ruger Mark I Target .22 LR pistol
- 1x 10-round steel magazine with side witness slot and heel-style base tab
The Target configuration pairs a long 6.875-inch tapered carbon steel barrel with adjustable target sights for precise aiming. The front sight is an undercut Patridge-style blade (pinned), and the rear is an adjustable target unit. The rear face of the front blade shows red paint for added visual contrast.
Built with a blued carbon steel frame and tubular receiver, this pistol uses a polished in-the-white cylindrical bolt with twin charging ears. Its semi-automatic blowback action and manual safety reflect the model’s straightforward, reliable design.
Controls and features include a heel-style magazine catch at the butt and black checkered synthetic grips with Ruger eagle medallions. Capacity is stated at 10+1, and one 10-round steel magazine is included.
Produced in the United States in 1961 and marked with Southport, Conn. U.S.A. rollmarks, this example represents an early-era Mark I Target with the classic features enthusiasts expect.