Ruger Standard Model Mark I .22 LR, 6 inch Tapered Barrel, Blued, 1980, with Original Box and Two 9-Round Magazines
This Ruger Standard Model Mark I is a first-generation Ruger .22 Automatic with a 6-inch tapered barrel, made in 1980. It features a blued carbon-steel upper and steel grip frame, fixed sights, and the classic black checkered grips with Ruger eagle medallions. It retains the early Mark I control layout with a heel-type magazine catch and no last-shot hold-open.
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: There is a small chip and light scratches on the hard edges behind the rear sight.
What’s Included
- Original box
- Two 9-round Ruger Standard/Mark I pattern steel magazines
The Mark I series pairs a straight-blowback, semi-automatic action with a single-action trigger, delivering the classic Ruger .22 handling characteristics. The tubular upper with right-side ejection port and integral fixed rear notch define the platform’s recognizable profile.
The 6-inch tapered barrel is matched to fixed sights: a front blade on a banded base and a rear notch integral to the receiver. The blued finish over carbon steel and the steel grip frame provide a traditional look and durable construction.
Controls are first-generation Mark I configuration, including the heel-type magazine catch. The pistol does not incorporate a last-shot hold-open, consistent with early Ruger .22 Automatic design. Field-stripping is performed via the rear mainspring housing, as designed for this series.
Grips are black checkered synthetic with Ruger eagle medallions, complementing the blued finish while providing a secure, period-correct feel. Capacity is 9+1 rounds of .22 LR.