Fellow Gun Enthusiasts: I have been chasing guns this spring and have recently been in four states doing so.
I have heard some RUMORS regarding the discontinuation of Ruger #1's completely!
In my recent quests I have been mostly looking for bolt action Varmint Rifles.
But at two seperate gunshops I have heard that the Sturm Ruger Corporation is planning on discontinuing the Ruger #1's altogether.
Many months ago I heard that Ruger was discontinuing the #1-B and a smarty pants or two derided me for inquiring about same on this forum.
I am NOW really worried that these great guns may be vanishing from our scene?
I also, just last week, came across a gunshop that was opening up a brand new (just ordered from a wholesaler and just received!) Ruger #1-V in 220 Swift!
This Rifle is a 26" heavy barrel blued model with walnut stock.
I was interested until I heard the price - $1,200.00.
The proprietor of the gunshop explained that this recently manufactured Rifle was just made from left over parts and had a pistol grip cap that was of the old style (Ruger gold emblem eagle style).
If anyone could shed any light or opinions on my worries about Ruger #1's or this new in the box Ruger #1-V in 220 Swift please do so.
Thanks in advance.
Hold into the wind
VarmintGuy
