I'm seeing new Ruger GP-100 and SP-101 revolvers coming into the local dealers with what can only be described as horrid factory workmanship. Wobbly cylinders, gritty triggers, and uneven parts fitting are out of place for this fine maker.

Let's be honest: Ruger has never at the "top end" of fit & finish. Admittedly, the long-gone "Six" series of double-action revolvers were awfully good, but I don't think many would argue that their replacements are in the same league. The most recent offerings, though, are looking more like the bottom of the barrel.

At the same time, their autoloading pistols are better than ever. The new P-345 is, I hate to say, really a well-fitted and finished gun - for a bottom feeder, of course! It's definitely a step above anything they've offered in that line.

Here's an idea: Ruger, transfer some of the talented folk making bottom-feeders to the revolver division - they obviously need the help!

-=[ Grant ]=-