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How Much Is a Ruger GP100 Worth? (2026 Value Update)

Isaiah Miller
Written by:Isaiah Miller
Updated On:April 2, 2026
9minutes read

The Ruger GP100 is a double-action revolver commonly chambered in .357 Magnum. First produced in 1986, it remains in production today. It’s even a competitor to L-Frame Smith & Wesson revolvers like the Model 686.

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Anyway, if you're trying to buy or sell a Ruger GP100, knowing what affects the gun’s value is important. In this guide, we’ll show you new or used Ruger GP100 prices in the market.

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Current Value of a Ruger GP100

How much is a Ruger GP100 today? The average used Ruger GP100 is worth $232 to $650 for the base model. Some models like the GP100 super go up to $1000. The new Ruger GP100 price is $999 at retail (base model).

Ruger GP100 market value

How We Calculate Used Ruger GP100 Value

Ruger GP100 value is affected by the gun’s condition, its variant, and its accessories or upgrades.

Condition and Value

Used Ruger GP100 price is higher when it’s in better condition.

For accurate valuation, firearm conditions are graded by professionals. You can go to some local FFLs to get your gun graded but some of them charge fees.

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At Cash for Arms, we do gun appraisals for free if you have a gun you want to sell. After learning the grade of your gun, you can use this as a pricing guide:

Like-New or Mint

  • Close to if not same to retail price
  • Unused and scratch free
  • Pristine Condition

Excellent

  • About 10% less than mint
  • Barely used and barely visible marks
  • Fully functional

Very Good

  • About 20% less than mint
  • Light use with light marks
  • Fully functional

Good

  • About 30% less than mint
  • Used but taken care of
  • Fully functional with unavoidable wear marks

Fair

  • About 40% less than mint
  • Used and unmaintained
  • Mostly functional with heavy wear marks

Poor

  • About 50% less than mint
  • Broken, pitted, dented or heavily rusted
  • May be broken or need repairs to function

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How We AppraiseGP100 Models

Any Ruger GP100 review will tell you that there are several versions of the gun. Most variants just differ in barrel length, but sometimes materials and design can change too. The variants below are the Ruger GP100 models we usually see on the preowned market.

Ruger GP100 1702 Price (Standard Model)

Ruger GP100 1702 value

The average used Ruger GP100 1702 is worth $232 to $600. A new Ruger GP100 1702 costs $999 at retail.

The base Ruger GP100 1702 is chambered for .357 magnum and carries 6 rounds, like most common revolvers. It features a 4.2-inch blued steel barrel and Hogue Monogrip.

Ruger GP100 1704 Price

Ruger GP100 1704 value

The average used Ruger GP100 1704 is worth $270 to $600. A new Ruger GP100 1704 costs $999 at retail.

The 1704 has the same features as the 1702 but with a longer barrel. The same 357 magnum 6-round revolver but with a 6-inch blued steel barrel and Hogue Monogrip.

Ruger GP100 1705 Price

Ruger GP100 1705 value

The average used Ruger GP100 1705 is worth $292 to $720. A new Ruger GP100 1705 costs $1089 at retail.

The 1705 features a 4.2-inch classic steel frame instead of the standard blued one. Other than that, it’s similar to the 1702.

Ruger GP100 1707 Price

Ruger GP100 1707 value

The average used Ruger GP100 1707 is worth $311 to $708. A new Ruger GP100 1707 costs $1089 at retail.

Rocking a classic 6-inch metal frame, this variant looks really close to the S&W 500. It has the same features as the 1705, just with a longer frame.

Ruger GP100 1715 Price

Ruger GP100 1715 value

The average used Ruger GP100 1715 is worth $280 to $688. A new Ruger GP100 1715 costs $1049 at retail.

The 1715 is similar to the 1705 and 1707 in both looks and features. The main difference is its 3-inch barrel, making it the snub-nose version of the three.

Ruger GP100 1757 Price

Ruger GP100 1757 value

The average used Ruger GP100 1757 is worth $400 to $526. A new Ruger GP100 1757 costs $829 at retail.

The 1757 is chambered in 22 LR instead of the usual 357 mag. It features 10-round capacity, a grip with cushioned rubber and hardwood insert, and a 5.5-inch barrel.

Ruger GP100 1771 Price

Ruger GP100 1771 value

The average used Ruger GP100 1771 is worth $335 to $500. A new Ruger GP100 1771 costs $1129 at retail.

The 1771 features 7-round capacity, a grip with cushioned rubber and hardwood insert, and a 4.2-inch barrel.

Ruger GP100 1773 Price

Ruger GP100 1773 value

The average used Ruger GP100 1773 is worth $332 to $500. A new Ruger GP100 1773 costs $1129 at retail.

The 1773 has the same features and looks as the 1771, just with a 6-inch barrel that provides more stability but makes it harder for conceal carry.

Ruger GP100 1774 Price

Ruger GP100 1774 value

The average used Ruger GP100 1774 is worth $344 to $675. A new Ruger GP100 1774 costs $1129 at retail.

The 1774 is a snub-nose 2.5-inch barrel variant of the 1771 and 1773. This variant’s shorter barrel makes it better for concealed carry.

Talo Ruger GP100 Wiley Clapp 1753 Price

Talo Ruger GP100 Wiley Clapp 1753 value

The average used Talo Ruger GP100 Wiley Clapp 1753 is worth $328 to $646. A new Ruger GP100 1753 costs $1083 at retail.

The 1753 is also known as the first Wiley Clapp exclusive and uses .357 mag. It has 6-round capacity, a grip with cushioned rubber and a hardwood insert, and a 3-inch blued steel barrel.

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Ruger GP100 1754/1755 Price

Ruger GP100 1754 1755 value

The average used Ruger GP100 1754/1755 is worth $380 to $665. A new Ruger GP100 1754/1755 costs $1269 at retail.

The 1754/1755 are part of the match champion variants. Both feature a 4.2-inch stainless steel barrel, 6-round capacity, and Hogue stippled hardwood grips. They only differ in rear sights: the 1755’s is adjustable while the 1754’s is not.

Ruger GP100 1775 Price

Ruger GP100 1775 value

The average used Ruger GP100 1775 is worth $520 to $677. A new Ruger GP100 1775 costs $1269 at retail.

The 1756 is a match champion variant chambered in 10mm with fiber optic front sights, with all other features identical to the 1755.

Talo Ruger GP100 1786 Price

Talo Ruger GP100 1786 value

The average used Talo Ruger GP100 1786 is worth $404 to $582. A new Talo Ruger GP100 1786 costs $951 at retail.

The 1786 is a match champion variant similar to the 1755 but with a HiViz LiteWave fiber optic front sight, Hogue Monogrips, and fewer grooves.

Talo Ruger GP100 1759 Price

Talo Ruger GP100 1759 value

The average used Talo Ruger GP100 1759 is worth $380 to $614. A new Talo Ruger GP100 1759 costs $949 at retail.

The 1759 is chambered in 357 mag, has 6-round capacity, a Hogue walnut grip, and a 6-inch steel barrel.

Lipsey’s Ruger GP100 1762 Price

Lipsey's Ruger GP100 1762 value

The average used Lipsey’s Ruger GP100 1762 is worth $344 to $664. A new Lipsey’s Ruger GP100 1762 costs $930.99 at retail.

The 1762 is chambered in 357 mag, has 6-round capacity, a grip with cushioned rubber and a hardwood insert, and a 4.2-inch steel barrel.

Talo Ruger GP100 1763 Price

Talo Ruger GP100 1763 value

The average used Ruger GP100 1763 is worth $344 to $615. A new Ruger GP100 1763 costs $885.99 at retail.

The 1763 is the snub-nose 2.5-inch steel barrel variant of the Lipsey’s 1762. Better for concealed carry.

Lipsey’s Ruger GP100 1768 Price

Lipsey's Ruger GP100 1768 value

The average used Lipsey’s Ruger GP100 1768 is worth $450 to $724. A new Lipsey’s Ruger GP100 1768 costs $936.99 at retail.

The 1768 features a 5-inch blued steel barrel, 6-round capacity, and smooth walnut grips.

Lipsey’s Ruger GP100 1769 Price

Lipsey's Ruger GP100 1769 value

The average used Lipsey’s Ruger GP100 1769 is worth $584 to $744. A new Lipsey’s Ruger GP100 1769 costs $1109 at retail.

The 1769 is a rare variant and is chambered in 327 Fed Mag and features a 5-inch blued steel barrel, 7-round capacity, and smooth walnut grips.

Lipsey’s Ruger GP100 1770 Price

Lipsey's Ruger GP100 1770 value

The average used Lipsey’s Ruger GP100 1770 is worth $604 to $788. A new Lipsey’s Ruger GP100 1770 costs $1109 at retail.

The 1770 is a rare variant and is chambered in 44 special and features a 5-inch blued steel barrel, 5-round capacity, and smooth walnut grips.

Talo Ruger GP100 1772 Price

Talo Ruger GP100 1772 value

The average used Talo Ruger GP100 1772 is worth $269 to $524. A new Talo Ruger GP100 1772 costs $876.99 at retail.

The 1772 features a 4.2-inch blued steel barrel, higher 7-round capacity, and cushioned rubber with hardwood insert grips.

Talo Ruger GP100 1777 Price

Talo Ruger GP100 1777 value

The average used Talo Ruger GP100 1777 is worth $334 to $684. A new Talo Ruger GP100 1777 costs $1060 at retail.

The Talo 1777 features a 4.2-inch stainless steel barrel with checkered hardwood grips.

Talo Ruger GP100 1780 Price

Talo Ruger GP100 1780 value

The average used Talo Ruger GP100 1780 is worth $370 to $717. A new Talo Ruger GP100 1780 costs $1016.99 at retail.

The Talo 1780 is another snub-nose with a 3-inch barrel, is chambered in 10mm auto, and has cushioned rubber with hardwood insert grips.

Talo Ruger GP100 1782 Price

Talo Ruger GP100 1782 value

The average used Talo Ruger GP100 1782 is worth $361 to $532. A new Talo Ruger GP100 1782 costs $969.99 at retail.

The Talo 1782 is again another snub-nose with a 3-inch barrel, has a larger 7-round capacity, and checkered hardwood grips.

Talo Ruger GP100 1783 Price

Talo Ruger GP100 1783 value

The average used Talo Ruger GP100 1783 is worth $437 to $649. A new Talo Ruger GP100 1783 costs $1129.99 at retail.

The Talo 1783 is a bit unique with an engraved 4.2-inch blued steel barrel and checkered hardwood grips.

Talo Ruger GP100 1784 Price

Talo Ruger GP100 1784 value

The average used Talo Ruger GP100 1784 is worth $480 to $760. A new Talo Ruger GP100 1784 costs $1169 at retail.

The 1784 is the engraved 4.2-inch stainless steel barrel variant that chambers .375 Magnum and is popular among collectors, who are often drawn to its beautiful frame.

Talo Ruger GP100 1789 Price

Talo Ruger GP100 1789 value

The average used Talo Ruger GP100 1789 or Wiley Clapp II is worth $374 to $624. A new Talo Ruger GP100 1789 costs $937 at retail.

The 1789 (also known as the Wiley Clapp II) is another snub-nose variant with a 3-inch stainless steel frame, 7-round capacity, and cushioned rubber with hardwood insert grips.

Talo Ruger GP100 1790 Price

Talo Ruger GP100 1790 value

The average used Talo Ruger GP100 1790 is worth $350 to $504. A new Talo Ruger GP100 1790 costs $779 at retail.

The 1790 is a 2.5-inch snub-nose blued-steel variant with 6-round capacity, and cushioned rubber with hardwood insert grips.

Ruger GP100 5065 Price

Ruger GP100 5065 value

The average used Ruger GP100 5065 is worth $880 to $1040. A new Ruger GP100 5065 costs $1899 at retail.

The 5065, also known as the GP100 Super, is competition-ready right out of the box. It features a 5.5-inch stainless steel fluted barrel with a PVD finish to reduce glare, 8-round capacity, and Hogue hand-finished hardwood grips.

Lipsey’s Ruger GP100 Jeff Quinn Memorial Price

Lipsey's Ruger GP100 Jeff Quinn Memorial value

The average used Lipsey’s Ruger GP100 Jeff Quinn Memorial is worth $675 to $1160.

This variant of the GP100 was made to commemorate the passing of the great Jeff Quinn with a donation to the Bikers Who Care organization for every purchase. It’s chambered in .44 special and it features a 4.2-inch blued steel barrel, and Hogue walnut grips engraved with Jeff’s signature.

Note that there were only 500 of these variants made and each of them feature a unique serial number starting with Jeff’s initials (JQ-000 up to JQ-500). That’s why Ruger GP100 value for them tends to stay up, especially for collectors.

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How Accessories Affect What We Pay for Your GP100

Ruger GP100 accessories

Some GP100 accessories improve value and some don't. Some buyers also won't be willing to pay for accessories (although we are at Cash for Arms, generally!).

Original Box and Papers

These can help the resale value since it’s a sign that the gun was taken care of and is an indication of clear provenance.

Value: Usually adds $5 to $15, depending on condition.

Grips

High-quality and great-condition aftermarket grips from well-known brands can affect your gun’s value. Ask your buyer first, though.

Value: Around 30% to 50% of the accessory’s original value.

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General Questions & Answers

Yes, the GP100 Ruger 357 price is generally considered worth it for its quality. Its build even rivals the famous L-type revolvers of S&W.

The Ruger GP100’s production started in 1985. It is still being produced today.

The value of Ruger revolvers differs based on factors like model, variant, and condition (if used). For example a used Ruger GP100 357 price is around $232 to $600 and around $999 brand-new.

It doesn’t really stand for any specific English word or acronym, although GP likely signifies that the revolver is “General Purpose”.

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Disclaimer: We aren’t lawyers and this guide is for general information, not legal advice. Consult a lawyer if you need the latter. We can’t guarantee the information here is always current or accurate. You’re responsible for following laws in your area.