Get the 76th edition of the World's Greatest Gun Book. Overall, this shotgun is in about Very Good-plus condition. Phone:805.285.0715; Search. Because you could argue that it was one of the best affordable American-made over/undersalong with the Remington 32 and Marlin 90ever produced. It is the equal or better than other double guns costing two or three times its price, and like all Ruger firearms, it is built in the USA. Ruger does not necessarily produce firearms in serial number order. It looks like it has never been out of the box. Choke Installation Shotgun Accessories Gunsmithing Firearms GIFT IDEAS Location & Hours Briley MFG, 1230, Lumpkin Rd, Houston, TX 77043 NEW HOURS! Mfd 1991 Free Shipping, No Credit Card Fees. Our primary goal was to take out some of the complexity of manufacturing to reduce the cost of production, said Michael Sylvester, a veteran engineer from Ruger and die-hard Red Label enthusiast. $32.08 $ 32. 7745 Ruger Red Label 20 ga 26 inch barrels ic/mod, ejectors, vent rib, pistol gip with red Ruger logo insert, 1980 made, the early good one, single fr, Ruger Red Label 12 ga. 26 in. Thanks! "We make the finest pair of shotgun barrels that could ever be built. If you would like to change your settings or withdraw consent at any time, the link to do so is in our privacy policy accessible from our home page.. To ensure that the gun functions properly, adhere to all maintenance schedules and go to the range as often as feasible. BORES AND BARRELS AR, RUGER RED LABEL 20GA OVER UNDER. Some shooters complained about the guns weight and poor balance with longer barrels. This is very time and labor consuming, thus considerably reducing the cost advantage of investment casting. At the time, most fine double-barrel shotguns were being imported to the U.S. from Europe (as they had for decades). It can also happen when a user is not experienced with how to handle a particular handgun. Still have factory grease on receiver. I was gifted of a pair of 20-gauge Ruger Red Label shotguns by an older gentleman who I hunted deer, elk, and antelope with. Ruger has multiple thread systems that are not interchangeable. Articles may contain affiliate links which enable us to share in the revenue of any purchases made. Does anyone know or know where to go to so I can find out what chokes I have? Ruger Red Label Stainless Choke Tube Set 28 Gauge 28GA Briley $60.00 205 sold Ruger Red Label 12ga choke tubes 12 gauge LOT 3-chokes $45.00 0 bids $7.00 shipping 2d 1h or Best Offer TRUGLO Magnum Gobble-Dot Xtreme Sight TG941XD 5/16" Rib Browning & more (19) $22.99 Free shipping 35 sold RUGER DUCKS UNLIMITED 1934-198450TH ANNIVERSARY MODEL GI#: 102222205 12 Gauge. Keen on filling that void, Ruger went to work designing and engineering a functional, less expensive American-made over/underthe Ruger Red Label. Shooters primarily griped about the hefty weight (12 gauges weighed between 7 to 8 pounds) and awkward balance point due to the excess forward weight in the barrels. Despite such popularity, I have found several Ruger EC9s problems, The Ruger LC9 pistol is not a particularly attractive handgun. So in 1977 after several successes in pistols, revolvers and rifles, Ruger decided to take on the double-barreled shotgun market. Standard barrel and receiver markings. Choke Insert, 12 Ga., Improved, 1-1/2", 1 Slot, Blued. Brand: Carlson's Choke Tubes. I hope someone can answer this question for me. Each is equally effective. With original box. Ruger has had two different styles of threads for the Red Label 12 ga guns. Reserve. LSB#: 120716SH01 Make: Sturm, Ruger & Co. Model: Red Label Skeet 20 Gauge Serial Number: 400 - 07911 Year of Manufacture: 1979 Caliber: 20 Gauge 3" Action Type: Break Open Over/Under Shotgun Markings: The left side of the barrels above the ejector is marked "20GA. Joined Nov 18, 2004 Messages This shotgun is nice and locks up tightly. Factory finish on both wood and metal, factory red recoil pad. Features and Specifications of Ruger Red Label:Weapon typeShotgunCaliber12 gauge, 20 gaugeActionBreak actionLength (inches)43in (1.09m),45in (1.14m),47in (1.19m)Barrel length (inches)26in (0.066m), 28in (0.71m), 30in (0.76m)Weight7.5lb (3.4kg), 7.9lb (3.6kg)Feed systemTwoRuger Red Label Problems. The firearms market is overwhelmed in demand for lightweight, inexpensive but reliable self-defense guns. I have had occasion to order additional chokes and noticed there are options for older Red Labels. Shipping and Insurance is 65.00. The stainless chokes (with the 4 equally spaced notches) are usually Briley or aftermarket. 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Like new in box with Ruger zip case. Most importantly, I shoot them well. T, Beautiful 1998 Ruger Red Label 20 gauge (serial # 401-10173) with a desirable straight grip stock, 28" vent rib barrels, four choke tubes, a choke wrench. The skeet/skeet Red Label was my friends go-to gun for hunting quail in tight quarters while the improved cylinder/modified scattergun was primarily used for sporting clays. Increased competition from European gunmakers had reached a point at which Ruger could not meet revenue expectations. Free Shippin, Guns Listing ID: 712988Sturm & Ruger Co. Red label 12 ga over under shotgun. His engineering and manufacturing innovations were at least as fertile as his love of classic designs; his knack of cutting the costs associated with those designs and making them accessible to working men. One of the most noticeable improvements on the new Red Labels is the single-piece receiver. Now reinstall the stock and try again. The second-generation Red Label appeared similar to its predecessors but featured a few welcomed changes. Ruger Model 77/22 Caliber .22 LR, 1993 - .22 LR BuyItNow! Subscribe to OL+ for our best feature stories and photography. JavaScript is disabled. Unfortunately, its revamp was short lived due to the continued rise of manufacturing costs. For more than two centuries, Westley Richards has produced some of the worlds finest firearms, each wearing a timeless and classic look with bespoke flourishes. Or, if anyone knows if the mossberg chokes fit it would be much appreciated. Damaged firearms, faulty parts, poor design, and other factors can all cause a firearm to discharge while the trigger is not pressed by the handler. The new model had a suggested retail price of $1,399about $500 less than the version it was replacing, mainly due to streamlined production costs. Mechanically, Ruger made minor modifications to the original design, but the goal was not to reinvent the gun, rather to streamline the manufacturing process. The choke I can get out is exactly 2" long. Bought my RRL in 1999 and have killed a lot of pheasants, grouse and quail with it. You have entered an incorrect email address! The Red Label was introduced with a suggested retail price of $480, which would equal a little more than $2,000 today. Also, within a model family the same serial number prefix may be used to produce a variety of different models, all in the same block of serial numbers. Thread starter smitty_bs; Start date Jul 20, 2010; Help Support Ruger Forum: Jul 20, 2010 #1 S. smitty_bs Bearcat. (2) A mechanical failure of the firearm, resulting in a discharge. $4.00 shipping. He had the old version which was a ducks unlimited banquet win with 26" barrel with screw In chokes. We put the money into the machine instead of in hand labor. Come join the discussion about optics, hunting, gunsmithing, styles, reviews, accessories, classifieds, and more! Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. There are two different sizes. Apr 30, 2010 #12 wwb Hunter. Shop now for Ruger at Briley, A Legacy of Shooting Innovation. There will always be a place for high-grade, sophisticated sporting arms, though that market is pretty finite. Original Box comes with screw in chokes 14 inch length pull 3 day inspection Shipping is $50 Priority Mail - Insurance optional Certified Checks or Mon, 1986 gun !!!!!!!!! Any takes? They were expensive and often unobtainable for working-class hunters. Thanks! 46 reviews. I have a new Ruger Red Label and they ship with Briley chokes. Carlson's Choke Tubes Ruger 12 Gauge Flush Mount Replacement Stainless Choke Tube, Imp Mod, Silver . Forums. Duck and goose hunters worry that unguided waterfowl hunting in Manitoba could eventually become a thing of the past for most Americans, Sometimesunder some circumstanceshunting is hard to explain. Extended choke with diagonally-ported design for recoil reduction. 4.2 km from Phoenix See. Ruger does not necessarily produce firearms in serial number order. A unique feature of the box-lock action was a completely smooth design with no exposed screws or pins. Most successful gun designers and makers have been those blessed with mechanical innovation, some marketing skills and an eye for style. When hunting, the user encounters an unexpected situation if the shells jam the barrel. All current models come with screw-in choke tubes of various degrees of choke. Made in 2004. One day in the mid-80s a friend and I were hunting mountain quail in the western Sierra Nevadas. Here's the inside story of what they found and how they're rebuilding an industry giant. However, you should not take the risk that it will not operate as a self-defense tool when you need it. Since that day I have shot a couple more Red Labels on sporting clays courses and found them more effective than I did in the quail mountains. Nice folks to deal with. There is a caveat, however, which is that guns without choke tubes command a price of 15 to 20 percent less than those that come equipped. One other 410- prefix Red Label is known with choke tubes.a special presentation gun to one of the directors on Ruger's board. Over/under field gun in excellent condition. CHOKES ARE 3 FULL, Excellent plus overall condition with unnumbered factory box, papers, 3" chambers with a 14 1/4"LOP, skeet chokes. 3" 20 Ga adequate for turkey, duck, dove, quail, rabbit or squirrel with various chokes . (Debunked!). Choke tubes were becoming de riguer by 1977, and the Red Label was equipped thusly. We use 17-4 ph grade stainless steel in order to produce the best quality shotgun chokes on the market today.Smoke features a unique conical/parallel internal design and our exclusive outward angled diagonal ports. How would it effect the value? Free returns are available for the shipping address you chose. The Red Label did have some shortcomings. Usually start out early part of the season with a Citori Lightning 16 gauge, but switch to the RRL once the birds get craftier and more fully feathered. Olpketalstr. We parted, each convinced that we had the better gun. Continue with Recommended Cookies. These durable guns can withstand the harshest of conditions. The Ruger Red Label is still recognized as iconic even though it is no longer produced, and it is not without issues either. Theater Olpketal. The hammer springs create friction in the wood channel for the stocks springs. Perhaps you could say that, except for engraving, gold inlaying and elegant finish, [by] using machines, you can easily surpass the work of the finest person in terms of truly mechanical movement, the precision of the apparatus. 4.2 out of 5 stars 4 ratings. Double gunswhether rifles or shotguns, stack-barreled or side-by-sideare notorious for requiring a great deal of handwork. Re: Ruger Red Label Choke identification question. Red Label users commonly encounter trigger issues when they attempt the second shot. Made from 1977 to 2011 and again from 2013 to 2016, Ruger's Red Label was an affordable American-made over-under shotgun. Henry Repeating Arms recently presented a $25,000 check a nonprofit organization that provides support and programs for the families and co-workers of firefighters killed in the line of duty. He spent years hunting bobwhite quail in southern Georgia with both guns. My brother dad and I went to the Minnesota horse and hunt club yesterday and while my dad did good we couldn't figure out what type of choke he had in it. But it is quite accurate and reliable. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Today's tubes are longer, more precise, better patterning and . Choke Tubes did not become standard on the 12 gauge Red Label shotgun until the 411- prefix. THIS SHOTGUN IS IN EXCELLENT SHAPE AND FEATURES 28 INCH VENT RIB BARRELS WITH 9 RUGER CHOKES AND CHOKE TOOL. Cons? All the great, old-time gunsmithsthe men who made the beautiful thingsare today building the beautiful equipment to build the beautiful things. Unlike some over/under shotguns, the Red Labels trigger does not need the recoil from the first shot to reset the trigger for a follow-up. Ruger MODEL SP101 5 SHOT REVOLVER 2.25 INCH BARREL STAINLESS FINISH SA/DA EXCELLENT!!! No special wrench or tool required.Fits barrels with Ruger style threads.Ruger has multiple thread systems that are not interchangeable.These chokes fit newer 12g barrels with the Ruger style threads.Older Ruger models take Winchester Invector style chokes. Detailed Description 12 Gauge - Briley Premium Quality Choke Wrench Genuine Ruger Factory Accessory Thanks! A unique feature of the box-lock action was a completely smooth design with no exposed screws or pins. The Red Label sought to offer the handling and style characteristics of fine European and American over-under shotguns. I'm sure this is the way to tell what chokes are in, but for the life in me, cannot find on the internet the secret decoding formula to determine what these chokes are! AN IMPRESSIVE 50TH ANNIVERSARY 28 GAUGE SHOTGUN FROM A LOCAL COLLECTOR. Features include custom cutouts for butt stock/receiver, barrel/forend, choke tubes and choke tube wrench. Bought my RRL in 1999 and have killed a lot of pheasants, grouse and quail with it. However, If the problem persists, contact Ruger to have it resolved. Manufactured in 1989. There are occasions when blocks of serial numbers have . I have a new Ruger Red Label and they ship with Briley chokes. CHOKE IMPROVED CYLINDER & MODIFIED, BARREL LENGTH 26" SERIAL NUMBRT 400-2945X CONDITION 99% FACTORY BLUE WOOD NEAR MINT WITH JUST A FEW LIGH, Ruger Red label ,20 Ga, Full and Modidfied Fixed Choke,SST, Ejectors, 95% Bluing, Solid Original Finish Wood with Some Hunting Nicks, Factory Red Pad,14-1/8" LOP, with Correct Box and Manual, Cir, Ruger Red Label, 20ga, 3" mag, 26" barrel, factory fixed SK and SK chokes. Early Red Labels featured a simple oil-finished walnut stock with checkering on the pistol grip or straight English-style stock and fore-end. Shop All Categories. It comes with (1) a sliding safety/barrel selector thumbpiece that pivots to swing from side to side and thus incorporates the function of barrel selector in association with the single trigger mechanism, (2) a silver brazed ventilated rib and machine cut cross serrations in the top surface of the rib provide a matte . Account My Account; My Orders; My Wishlist; Login - 0 Items Toggle navigation. Red Label Over-and-Under Shotgun (Manufactured from 1982 to 1994) Gauge: 12; Beginning Serial Number: Years of Production: 410-00001: 1982: 410-01798: 1983: 410-02005: 1984: 410-02259: 1985: 410-13523: 1986: 410-20357: . Poor safety practices, improper gun handling in general, a lack of instruction, and so on. Chambers marked 3", chokes measured modified/improved modified, and 14 1/8" LOP. The bluing is worn at the bottom of one of the guns actions, the result of many seasons in pursuit of covey rises. Published Sep 23, 2022 10:03 AM EDT. Phone: 1-800-331-5718 / 713-932-6995 Manafactured in 2015. But on the ends of both, there are small cut out marks.one has one and the other has two markings. The Ruger Red Label 20-gauge stacked double was a strong but elegant workingman's gun that's become a cult classic. RUGER Red Label Over/under Single Page 8.5x11" Copy . Sporting Clays Chart. Only about 300 were made, making it one of the rarest Ruger firearms. (Crio Plus) Red White & Blue Titanium Choke Titanium Choke - 12 Gauge; Benelli (Crio Plus) Red White & Blue Titanium Choke Titanium Choke - 12 Gauge . Any suggestions on other chokes? In 1977, we got our first look. Did/Does Ruger make an Extendend choke tube for the 20 ga ? It remained in production until 2011, and after a couple of years, it briefly returned to the catalog in 2014. only. When checking aftermarket choke manufacturer websites, look for an acronym "SC" or serial number . Two years later, Ruger launched the 12-guage followed by a 28 in 1994. Ruger dropped the Red Label from its product line in January 2015, quoting an inability to reach revenue expectations. Ruger Please note There can be several styles of chokes used by a number of shotgun manufacturers. Credit Cards add 3%. The use of trunions cast integrally with the frame allows for a sleeker, lower profile as opposed to using a cross pin . This particular gun with 28 inch vent rib bbl with blued. As costs for manufacturing and raw materials continued to climb, so did the price of the Red Label. Conical/parallel internal configuration. Even so, by 2010, the price had risen to $1,900, and production had dropped to only 1,323 guns. The weight has never bothered me. Thanks! We cannot comply with open account or C.O.D. Here's Shotguns Editor Phil Bourjaily's review on the new gun. Gear & Gadgets on the Texas Fishing and Outdoors Show, http://www.briley.com/2009/starmarks.html, Powered by UBB.threads PHP Forum Software 7.7.3. They have all the choke tubes and wrenches for your Red Label. Ruger Red Label Stainless Choke Tube IMPROVED CYL 28 Gauge 28GA Briley. Parts List. Decades of experience with handguns and holsters have given the author some excellent insights into the most popular designs. Used Ruger Rifles For Sale. According to the user, there are numerous instances of the light primer striking the lower barrel. Blackhawk Industries Axiom R/F Stock Ruger 10/22 Blk; Blaser 360Click Adapter - 12 Gauge . The late Jerry Lee served for many years as an editor with the Petersen Publishing group, covering titles such as. Shipped in 1988 to Rody's in Southport (per the included Ruger Le. Which Taurus gun to choose! Return this item for free. The forcing cones were lengthened to 2". Smoke chokes are precision machined to high tolerance standards on computer controlled equipment. I am picking up a used 20ga Red Label but. If technical issues emerge, such as the fore-end of the gun becomingloose after shooting andfailing to correctly latch, then tryinga little shim or adjustment around the forearm lock can assist fix the issue. This comes with 7 choke tubes and a ruger case.Other than a few small handling marks th. Response was eagerat least at firstbut Ruger was plagued with some quality control issues early on that adversely impacted its ability to fulfill orders in a timely fashion. After a few birds, we agreed to trade guns for a while just to see what the difference may be. There was also a unique single-barrel trap gun introduced in 2000. The upper barrel does not fire after the lower barrel has fired. How much does a Ruger Red Label 20 gauge weight? Their styles may not be universally accepted, but they are universally recognized. Shipping and Insurance is 60.00. In 2011 Ruger temporarily discontinued the Red Label. Subtracting 15 percent for the lack of interchangeable chokes, this gun is valued at $998.75. Last edited by 68rustbucket; 06/29/10 11:59 PM . As a result, Ruger no longer manufactures a shotgun in its production model but Ruger still sells accessories and choke tubes for the Ruger Red Label shotgun in 2022. Ruger made his mark and his fortune by addressing the desires of those yearners in terms of their sporting guns. To view the purposes they believe they have legitimate interest for, or to object to this data processing use the vendor list link below. We and our partners use data for Personalised ads and content, ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development. For a quality American-made over/under shotgun, the Ruger Red Label has no competition. Ruger was able to lighten the guns weight to 7 pounds, 5 ounces, primarily by trimming down the barrel weight. We use 17-4 ph grade stainless steel in order to produce the best quality shotgun chokes on the market today. According to Ruger the new 12 gauge Red Label had a redistributed center of gravity for even greater instinctual swing and pointing. These features improve pattern density by up to 20%.The extended ported section also makes follow up shots faster and more accurate by reducing recoil and muzzle jump.Smoke chokes can be purchased directly from the factory or through our international dealer network. They also slightly adjusted the length of pull to 14 inches and the drop at comb (1 inches) and heel (2 inches). It, A larger magazine capacity makes this version of LCP popular. I'm debating on getting Briley chokes put in it. For testing, I shot Winchesters 3-inch Game Loads1 1/8-ounce payload of No. 20 Gauge. New Model Ruger Red Label (with a new lower price too). http://www.choketube.com/choke-tube-pro ubes&mf=17. The extended ported section also makes follow up shots faster and more accurate by reducing recoil and muzzle jump. Opens in a new window or tab. . Ruger Model 77/22 Caliber .22 LR, 1993 - .22 LR BuyItNow! Smoke chokes can be purchased directly from the factory or through our international dealer network. It consisted of a ventilated barrel rib with a medium-size, gold-colored bead on the front. . I CAN PROVIDE REFERENCES ON GUN SALES. The second-generation Red Label appeared similar to its predecessors but featured a few welcomed changes. Duck Stamp 50th Anniversary Edition Over/Under Shotgun with Box and Factory LetterThe included factory letter confirms the shotgun was shipped in December of 1985. Nice folks to deal with. A forum community dedicated to Shotgun owners and enthusiasts including the Remington, Beretta, and Mossberg shotguns brands. The Ruger Red Label sometimes inadvertently explodes, endangering the operator and the circumstances. Previously, the over-under shotgun's receiver was produced in two separate pieces, then welded together. This served as an ideal background for many engraved models, which were available at extra cost from several master engravers. I have purchased a wrench and small parts from them for my Red Labels. Aesthetically, the Red Label stuck with Rugers mantra of practicality. I know they used to carry chokes for the old style red label. Ruger offers no explanation as to why the price jumped $400 in less than a year, but we're guessing that the bean counters are the likely culprits. the indicated year. Account My Account; My Orders; My Wishlist; Login - 0 Items Toggle navigation . Ruger got around this to a great extent due to his use on investment castings for often complex partsreceivers and many lockwork components. Maintain a safe muzzle point at all times, and a little shimming or fitting around the forearm lock. Show more Show more Shotgun Review:. I believe they have a website. Made in 1979, Ruger Red Label 28ga. , Factory engraved Ruger Red Label Woodside 12 gauge. Re-lubricate with light oil, reassemble, and try again. My only complaint is the wood-to-metal fit. I believe they have a website. It. While the RRL is no light-weight, I have never found it to "carry heavy" in the field. Hunting Recommendations. I'm sure this is the way to tell what chokes are in, but for the life in me, cannot find on the internet the secret decoding formula to determine what these chokes are! (Find Out Now! Briley 22 Raptor; Briley 3 Gun; Gift Cards; Chokes and Choke Accessories . There seem to be different viewpoints about Ruger Red Label. SN is 400-028xx, made in 1985. Too, the barrel selector pivots instead of sliding to and fro. It has 28in barrels with choke tubes. Outdoor Hub, LLC (d/b/a Carbon Media Group), 30800 Telegraph Rd, Suite 1921, Bingham Farms, MI 48025 USA. 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