Ruger's GP100 Match Champion Revolver: Guns & Gear|S6

Published on May 27, 2015
Duration: 2:50

The Ruger GP100 Match Champion is presented as a versatile revolver suitable for both competition and concealed carry. Key features highlighted include its half-lug, slab-sided barrel for reduced weight and improved balance, a high-visibility front sight, Novak low-mount rear sight, and a chamfered cylinder for easier holstering and speedloader use. The grip is designed for a high hand position, aiding in fast shooting, and the trigger is noted for its smoothness.

Quick Summary

The Ruger GP100 Match Champion is a versatile revolver designed for competition and concealed carry. It features a half-lug, slab-sided barrel for reduced weight and improved balance, a high-visibility front sight, Novak rear sight, and a chamfered cylinder for easier reloading. The grip allows for a high hand position, and the trigger is noted for its smoothness, making it effective for fast shooting.

Chapters

  1. 00:04Revolver's Flourishing State
  2. 00:09Introducing the GP100 Match Champion
  3. 00:14Good-Looking Revolver
  4. 00:17GP100 Durability and Ruggedness
  5. 00:25Half-Lug Barrel and Slab-Sided Design
  6. 00:30Competition and Carry Suitability
  7. 00:35High-Vis Front Sight
  8. 00:39Novak Low Mount Rear Sight
  9. 00:43Chamfered Cylinder and Charge Hole
  10. 00:53Grip Design and High Hand Position
  11. 01:16Smooth Trigger
  12. 01:18Tumbled Parts for Smoothness
  13. 01:27Balance and Weight Reduction
  14. 01:37Balanced Feel
  15. 01:47Chambering: 357 Magnum and 38 Special
  16. 01:59Carry Gun and Competition Gun
  17. 02:05Competition Revolver Trigger
  18. 02:13Target Practice with MGM Whirligig
  19. 02:36Sweet Shooting Revolver

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Ruger GP100 Match Champion suitable for competition and concealed carry?

The GP100 Match Champion is designed for both roles with a half-lug, slab-sided barrel for reduced weight and better balance. It features a high-vis front sight and Novak rear sight for quick aiming, a chamfered cylinder for easy reloading, and a grip that promotes a high hand position for control.

What are the key design features of the Ruger GP100 Match Champion?

Key features include a half-lug barrel, slab-sided profile, high-visibility front sight, Novak low-mount rear sight, and a chamfered cylinder for easier holstering and speedloader use. The grip is designed to allow a high hand position for improved shooting dynamics.

What calibers can the Ruger GP100 Match Champion fire?

The Ruger GP100 Match Champion is chambered in .357 Magnum. It is also capable of firing .38 Special ammunition, including lighter loads like wadcutters, and can handle heavier .38 Special loads as well.

How does the trigger on the Ruger GP100 Match Champion perform?

The trigger on the GP100 Match Champion is noted for its smoothness. The video emphasizes that trigger smoothness is more critical for effective shooting than just the trigger weight, and the parts are tumbled for a refined feel.

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