Ruger Vaquero Birdshead .357 Magnum, 4.62 in Barrel, Gloss Stainless, 6-Shot Single-Action (KBNVBH-34)
This Ruger Vaquero Birdshead is the original large-frame variant in .357 Magnum, manufactured in 2004 and finished in gloss stainless throughout. It features the compact Birdshead grip profile with factory black synthetic panels and Ruger medallions, a 4.62 in stainless barrel with 1:16 RH rifling, and classic fixed sights. Cataloged as KBNVBH-34 (Model 10515), it combines durable all-stainless construction with traditional single-action handling.
Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent condition, showing only faint signs of any prior use or handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: There are some superficial scratches and blemishes present. The revolver shows clear evidence of careful maintenance.
What's Included
- Ruger Vaquero & Bisley Vaquero instruction manual
- Ruger factory gray hard plastic case with matching end label (catalog KBNVBH-34; model 10515)
- Ruger factory fired cartridge case in original envelope with factory data card (1:16 RH twist)
The Vaquero Birdshead configuration pairs a compact grip with a robust, original large-frame stainless construction. The six-shot, six-flute cylinder and single-action mechanism deliver the classic Ruger feel, complemented by a transfer-bar system that permits safe carry with all six chambers loaded.
The 4.62 in stainless steel barrel uses a 1:16 right-hand twist, as documented on the factory envelope, and the bore shows sharp, well-defined rifling. Fixed sights consist of a front blade and an integral topstrap groove at the rear, providing a clean, durable sighting setup.
Exterior metal surfaces present a uniform gloss stainless finish, including the frame, cylinder, and receiver. A stainless ejector-rod housing and crescent-style ejector-rod head match the traditional profile while maintaining corrosion resistance.
Factory details align with Ruger catalog code KBNVBH-34 (Model 10515), and the revolver was made in the United States. Smooth black synthetic grips with Ruger medallions complete the Birdshead profile for a compact, comfortable hold.