Yes, it is factory ported. As Doc Fillem said; they were only made a few years. I think the blued ones were made starting in 1998 till about 2002. This was made in 2000 based on the serial number.
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I have for sale a JM Marlin 1895G Guide Gun ported barrel 45/70 in very good to excellent condition. It has had maybe 40 rounds through it. It was made in 2000. More pictures are available upon request. $1150 shipped/offer. Sorry not looking for trades right now.
I have for sale a Ruger Single Six Hunter in very good to excellent condition. The revolver is very accurate with CCI Maxi Mag 22 mag ammo and very accurate with most 22lr ammo. Includes Bianchi holster and Hogue grip. I just don't use it anymore. I can email or text additional pictures upon...
For Sale- Ruger Super Blackhawk rosewood grips. New never used. Ruger part number 70047. These fit a Super Blackhawk with the 3 1/2" length frame. Pictures are available, I can't figure out how to post them. $30 shipped.