And realize it's an item that's still in the current Ruger catalog listing.
Real world,, more likely in the $700 range. But,, due to the recent shortages of current production, many are paying a premium,,,,,,,,, needlessly.
I fully agree that the current level of available stock is low to non-existent in many places. But it is getting better, slowly.
But again, some features can add or detract from sale values.
Many prefer blue over stainless,, yet others prefer stainless over blue. And usually the shorter barreled ones seem to sell quicker than the longer barreled ones.
According to the RENE current price guide,, an Old Model is listed as being about $695. A NM shouldn't being more than an OM.