Sturm Ruger Red Label 20 Gauge Over/Under, 28 in, 3 in Chambers, Stainless Receiver, Screw-In Chokes (1998)
This 1998 Sturm Ruger Red Label 20 gauge over/under pairs 28-inch chrome-moly steel barrels and a vent rib with an investment-cast stainless-steel receiver featuring sculpted fences. It uses Ruger’s 2-inch 20-gauge screw-in choke system and is currently configured Full in the top barrel and Modified in the bottom barrel. The gun includes automatic ejectors, an easy-opening lockwork, a single selective trigger, and a tang safety with integrated barrel selector. Walnut furniture with neutral cast and a neutral grip provides a straightforward, versatile fit.
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.
Specific Condition Notes: Minor, superficial scratches and blemishes are present. The top lever rests right of center. Barrel fit is good. The automatic ejectors are timed. The firing pins are in good condition.
What’s Included
- Sturm Ruger Red Label 20 gauge over/under shotgun
- Installed chokes: Full (top barrel) and Modified (bottom barrel)
The Red Label’s 28-inch chrome-moly steel barrels are blued and topped with a vent rib and a brass bead front sight. Chambers are cut for 3-inch shells, offering flexibility across loads while retaining the quick handling of a 20 gauge.
The investment-cast stainless-steel receiver has a brushed finish and sculpted fences. Ruger’s easy-opening lockwork and automatic ejectors support smooth operation, while the ejectors are timed for consistent performance.
Controls are simple and effective: a single selective trigger, a tang safety with an integrated barrel selector, and an automatic safety. The gun uses Ruger’s 2-inch 20-gauge screw-in choke system and is set up with a Full choke in the top barrel and a Modified choke in the bottom barrel.
The walnut stock has a satin finish with a beavertail forend, pistol grip, and sharp checkering. A rubber recoil pad and Ruger medallion grip cap complete the furniture. The stock has a neutral cast and a neutral grip, and the length of pull measures 14.0 inches.
Made in the United States in 1998, this Red Label combines durable materials with practical field features, including a brushed stainless receiver, blued barrels, bead sighting, and a straightforward two-round break-action layout.