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Choice Early Ruger No. 1 .17BR Rifle 1st Full Year Production W/Scope
Guns International #: 103062636 Seller's Inventory #: L176
Category: Ruger Rifles - #1 - Ruger Rifles - Single Shot
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Seller: lope
Company: Hansen & Hansen Arms & Antiquities
Member Since: 1/28/11
State: Connecticut
Country: United States
Premium Seller
Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
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Payment Types Accepted: Credit Card, Bank Check, Money Order, Personal Check
About Us: We are Tom LoPiano and John R. (Jay) Hansen Jr. owners of Hansen & Hansen Arms & Antiquities. We specialize in fine and unusual collectible firearms and military items of all types and time periods. Modern firearms, Curio & Relic and antique. Civil War a specialty as well as German lugers. From flintlock arms and edged weapons of the Revolutionary war to arms manufactured in the present- we actively buy and sell all firearms related collectibles, documents and autographs, photographs, uniforms, old newspapers, collectible ammunition, swords, decoys, etc. Retail shop open to public for buyers as well as customers who wish to sell. Appraisals for estates conducted for a fee. Free verbal appraisals to all visitors.
Description:
Choice Early Ruger No. 1 .17BR Rifle 1st Full Year Production W/Scope
Offered here for sale out of a collection of many fine Ruger firearms is this “special” early serial numbered Ruger No. 1 single shot rifle with custom barrel. With our retail shop and gallery in Southport, CT and through are operation of the Ruger Collectors Assc. (RCA) we have acquired literally thousands of specimens from this company-Prototypes, low serial numbered specimens, factory take home custom models, factory samples, etc. we have had them all.
If you wish something really special on your hands — this Ruger No. 1 is not just a rifle, it's a piece of firearms history with significant collector interest. Serial Number 8347 places it in 1969, the first full year of production for the No. 1. These early rifles are highly desirable among collectors for their craftsmanship and rarity.Ruger No. 1 rifles are falling-block, single-shot rifles — known for their strength, elegant lines, and exceptional accuracy. This specimen was outfitted through the factory to a custom Shilen barrel in .17BR caliber. The .17BR (Benchrest) is a wildcat cartridge based on the .22 BR Remington, necked down to .17 caliber. It’s known for high velocity and flat trajectory, making it excellent for precision varmint shooting. Shilen barrels are among the most respected match-grade barrels available — well known in benchrest circles. A 26-inch barrel would provide excellent velocity and precision — perfect for wringing the most out of the .17BR.
This specimen was customized for an important Southport executive (Southport, CT is Ruger’s headquarters), and this rifle likely came out of Ruger’s custom shop or was factory-supported with strong internal connections. That immediately elevates the rifle’s rarity and provenance. The connection to a Sturm, Ruger executive means it may have been a one-off or very limited internal custom piece — likely never catalogued for public sale. Early Ruger No. 1 rifles had exceptionally fine walnut, often hand-selected with fancy figure and grain as is this one. A checkered pistol grip and forearm indicates a deluxe or custom treatment — early checkering patterns were also finely done compared to later models. Although certainly seeing a good deal of use for target shooting this early No. 1 has deep, rich bluing and cleaner finishing work, especially those made for insiders or executives. There are numerous use marks on metal and light on wood but overall we can say it is still in a 92-95% condition.
In addition, out of the collection we have found an unused BSA Sweet 17 hunting rifle scope (17-27x32AO) with 2-7 power that has never been used but can be custom fitted with rings on the existing mount by a gunsmith. We have shown the scope in box with images of mount. Certainly a special opportunity for the Ruger collector or shooter. L176
Thank you for your winningor purchase. Please note Hansen & Hansen payment policy and terms as we do not have automatic checkout on : UPS shipping will be approximately $42 however final shipping amount is based upon geographical area. Handling is $12.00 for longarms only. We gladly accept money orders, bank checks and personal checks. Credit card orders (VISA AND MASTER CARD ONLY) charged 3.95% additional for use.
PLEASE CALL DALIA AT 203-257-5256 TO GIVE CREDIT CARD INFORMATION. Also, please view our at hansenguns. Click on "Online Catalog" and see All OF OUR ITEMS LISTED CONSECUTIVELY on or search online on that site with the ID “lope”...... OFFERED ONLINE AND AVAILABLE IN OUR RETAIL GALLERY IN SOUTHPORT, CT. Visit us also on Facebook at ://facebook/hansenguns/?fref=ts. We also own and/or operate Hansen Cartridge Co. and the Ruger Collectors Assc.(RCA). Hansen & Hansen wishes to expedite each order received, however we ship 80-100 items weekly, therefore orders paid by money orders or bank checks are cleared for shipping 5-7 days after deposited funds show in our account. Shipping date is scheduled ONLY AFTER VERIFICATION TAKES PLACE AND FFL/C&R IS RECEIVED (IF APPLIES). This is 5-7 days after WE receive order by mail - NOT customer date mailed and postmarked and after credit card funds are posted. Credit card orders exceeding $500 must be cleared through customer’s bank before shipping. Personal checks are accepted but orders are held UP TO 3 WEEKS after deposit of funds before items released for shipping. IF you have special instructions or require overnight or expedited shipping please advise at time of ordering and we will gladly prioritize shipping FOR AN ADDITIONAL CHARGE. THIS IS OUR POLICY and we encourage s to PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND OUR POLICY BEFORE . We would be pleased to answer ANY questions by phone (our toll free number is 1-800-571-7337 or e-mail cwlopiaol.
Price: $2,450.00
Curio/Relic: Yes
Rifle Caliber: .17 Remington