Original Old West Single-Action Look, Size and Feel. Since its introduction in 1993, the Ruger® Vaquero® has dominated the cowboy action shooting world and earned its reputation for rugged reliability due to its strength and mechanical superiority. It is often referred to as "the gun that won the New West" because of its widespread popularity among single-action shooters and cowboy action competitors. The Ruger Vaquero combines the original Old West single-action look and feel with new features. The mid-size steel frame and cylinder are scaled-down to the same size as the original 1955 Ruger Blackhawk®, closely resembling the classic single-action revolvers of the late 1800's.

For more than a decade, the Ruger Vaquero® has dominated the cowboy action shooting world. Bound to surpass the reputation of the Ruger Vaquero, the Ruger New Vaquero features:
** Convenient, reliable, and durable single action revolver design.

** Mid-size steel frame and cylinder scaled down to the same size as the original 1955 Ruger Blackhawk.

** Patented Ruger transfer bar safety mechanism and loading gate interlock, which provides an unparalleled measure of security against accidental discharge.

** Extensively redesigned to offer the original "Old West" single action look, size and feel.

** Available in .357 Magnum or .45 Colt. (.357 Magnum models also accept all factory .38 Special cartridges.)

** Blade front and notch rear sights.

** Internal lock unobtrusively located beneath the right grip panel provides an added measure of security.

** Patented Ruger reverse indexing pawl allows for easy loading and unloading.

** Traditional beveled cylinder for ease in holstering.

** Larger crescent - shaped ejector rod head in traditional form.