The Red Label is back! Picture inside.

[deerman3]

They are back, local shop told me he has a couple on order

 

[shaffe48]

Didn't see anything on the website. Any further info/evidence? Are they the same as before?

Looked for a used one for a while, but settled for one of the Franchi Instinct L 20 ga. Been a fine shotgun for me with a 7 year warranty. Others have had to use the warranty, however.

 

[96/44]

I saw they were available to order yesterday. Not sure if they are "clean up" guns, or if they have been updated or put back into production full scale. It would be nice to have an American O/U option available again.

 

[SteveRuger]

I have heard rumors of "Shot Guns" coming from Ruger soon very soon but, Not 'Red Label's'. J/S

 

[rangerbob]

There are 3 different SKU's. all the same except for barrel length. at 26",28", and 30". Dealer cost is less than a grand($100 less to be exact). Haven't seen any in stock. Bob!!! 8)

 

[Ilikeguns]

Email I received from Turners (small SoCal chain) about 15 minutes ago had this...

http://preview.tinyurl.com/ka98usr

 

[Jeff Quinn]

The Ruger Red Label shotgun is back in production! Just re-introduced today. Best of all, it is still made in the USA, but will sell for well under its MSRP of $1399 US. We will have a full review and video posted later tonight on Gunblast.com.

 

[SteelShooter]

On the website: http://www.ruger.com/products/redLabel/models.html

 

[gunman42782]

Outstanding!

 

[shaffe48]

I didn't see the category on their site yesterday so either I didn't see it our they just updated.

Based on the price point, they can't be the same gun somehow.

Only 12 ga....

 

[montegomx70]

that is good news, i love my old 20 gauge red label, i would like to see them bring it out with a blue reciever available.

 

[Ale-8(1)]

Yep . . . they're back!

http://www.rugerforum.com/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=190823

 

[egl52]

I'm happy to see it back in production. The new case looks very nice. The recoil pad is an improvement. Otherwise the only differences I can see are that they left off the side ribs between the barrels on the 26" and 28" barrel versions (which already weren't there on the old sporting clays models), and that the receiver appears to have a bit more of an angle at the rear of the action. Jeff's article says there were some internal changes too I guess.

I think the price point they're hitting is fantastic. I don't think any other over-under at that price can compare. I just wish they'd have done more to lighten it up though. 7 pounds 10 ounces is still on the heavy side for a field gun, though not unreasonable for a 12 gauge. I also hope they bring back the 20 and 28 gauges soon, but if they do, the 20 had better be a full pound lighter than it was before. The 28 gauge was already perfect.

 

[I_Like_Pie]

Glory - Glory - Hallelujah!
I will be the first in line when the 20 Gauge hits the shelf.

I am hoping that the Gold Label will soon follow!!!!

 

[suits me]

Better start saving my pennies.

 

[Cordite]

Jeff,

When will it ship? I looked through the info on the Ruger website and didn't see anything...

Cordite

 

[golferboy426]

That's a big price drop from the original. Usually such a reduced cost is the result of lesser materials. Looks like maybe only 3 chokes not 5. Let's see what Jeff says regarding the differences

 

[Jeff Quinn]

As stated in the review and video, they are shipping now, in stock at dealers now. Also, as shown in the video, it comes with 5 chokes, and a great case:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A6MKL3GcWrc


Jeff

 

[ndcowboy]

Glad to see them.
Now, if they would just take those barrels, turn them 90 degrees, make them 20 gauge, and call it a "Gold Label" I would be in HEAVEN!

 

[golferboy426]

Just watched the review. I'd really like to know what the difference is between the Old Model and New Model. Other than the case and the side plates.

 

[williamc]

Buds gun shop has the 26" model available for $983 with free shipping. Wow.

 

[clayflingythingy]

I have 3 RL's. All bought when I was just starting out shooting shotguns and knew doodly squat about shotguns.

Today I would prefer a Benelli auto 1st and Browning auto 2nd in my choice of shotguns for sporting clays. If I had to shoot an U/O it would be a Beretta. I would not advise the purchase of a RL.

YMMV

 

[Hooch]

Why?

 

[Hooch]

Got that in a email message form Ruger this morning. Have never shot a RL but always liked the looks of them. Steel shot safe?

 

[Jeff Quinn]

Got that in a email message form Ruger this morning. Have never shot a RL but always liked the looks of them. Steel shot safe?

Yes, as covered in the review, it can handle any 12 gauge 2.75 or 3 inch shotshell.

 

[Hooch]

Thanks Mr Quinn, havent had a chance to sit down and watch the video yet....... but I will. Glad to see your feeling better

 

[Hooch]

Well.............just watched the video and I think I see my new upland/duck shotgun

 

[Mike Armstrong]

If you're an upland hunter, wait for the 28s!

 

[1RugerFan_33]

This is great news; time to start saving pennies...aluminum cans....whatever...imdeed!

This time i'll HAVE my Red Label, God willing...

though hopefully, by the time i pull the trigger...it'll be a 20ga.

Least now there's hope...thanks, Ruger!

 

[Hooch]

Have never shot a 28g........... bet that would make a sweet little quail gun