Ruger Mark I Target .22 LR, 5.5 in Bull Barrel, 1975 Production, Blued, Adjustable Sights, Walnut Thumbrest Grips
This 1975 Ruger Mark I Target stands out with its 5.5-inch bull barrel, fixed-barrel tubular receiver, and blued steel finish. It features checkered walnut target grips with a right-hand thumbrest and Ruger medallions, plus fully adjustable iron sights. Notably, it predates the 1976 Bicentennial rollmark, a detail that matters to collectors tracking production-era variations.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Rifling: Excellent - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: There are markings from previous handling and use on the exterior. Please refer to the photos for a close look at the cosmetic condition.
What's Included
- One 10-round steel detachable magazine for Ruger Mark I (.22 LR)
The Mark I Target configuration pairs a heavy 5.5-inch bull barrel with Ruger's fixed-barrel, one-piece tubular receiver design. The bolt is left in-the-white, contrasting the blued finish and reflecting the model's classic 1970s production details.
Target-focused sights include a Patridge-style square-blade front retained by a screw and a micrometer-adjustable rear, offering precise elevation and windage control. The checkered walnut target grips feature a right-hand thumbrest and Ruger medallions, providing a secure, purpose-built interface.
Operation is semi-automatic via a straight blowback, internal-hammer–fired system. The heel-style magazine release aligns with the platform's original configuration. Capacity is 10+1 with the included 10-round magazine.
Made in the United States during the 1970s, this example is specifically dated to 1975. Its absence of the 1976 Bicentennial rollmark confirms its pre-Bicentennial production, a subtle but meaningful detail for those documenting model-year variations within the Mark series.