- California versions
- 12
- Calibers
- .357 Magnum, .22 LR, .44 Special, 10mm Auto, .327 Federal Magnum
- MSRP
- $569–$799
- Barrel lengths
- 3", 4.2", 4.19", 5.5"
Is the Ruger GP100 legal in California?
Yes. 12 versions of the Ruger GP100 are on the California DOJ Roster of Handguns Certified for Sale as of October 26, 2026, so California dealers can sell those exact versions new. Only the specific versions listed on this page are certified: a different finish, barrel length or caliber that is not listed is off-roster and can only be bought through a private party transfer at a licensed dealer.
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Ruger GP100 versions on the California roster
| Photo | Version | Caliber | Barrel | Capacity | MSRP | Guns.com |
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GP-141 (Blue) | .357 Magnum | 4.19" | 6 | $569 | Search → |
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GP-161 | .357 Magnum | 6" | 6 | — | Search → |
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GP100 (NRA Wood Grip) 01758 | .357 Magnum | 4.2" | 6 | $749 | Search → |
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GP100 01757 | .22 LR | 5.5" | 6 | $799 | Search → |
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GP100 01761 | .44 Special | 3" | 6 | $799 | Search → |
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GP100 01775 | 10mm Auto | 4.2" | 6 | $799 | $1,010.99 · Buy → |
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GP100 Match Champion 01755 | .357 Magnum | 4.2" | 6 | $799 | $1,349.99 · Buy → |
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KGP-141 | .357 Magnum | 4.2" | 6 | $569 | Search → |
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KGP-141-MCF 01754 | .357 Magnum | 4.2" | 6 | $569 | $1,324.99 · Buy → |
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KGP-161 | .357 Magnum | 6" | 6 | $799 | Search → |
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KGP-4327-7 (Satin Stainless) 01748 | .327 Federal Magnum | 4.2" | 6 | $569 | Search → |
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KGPF-331 | .357 Magnum | 3" | 6 | — | Search → |
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About the Ruger GP100
The GP100 is a double-action revolver manufactured by Sturm, Ruger & Co., built on a full-size frame designed for strength and durability. It is engineered to handle sustained shooting with powerful revolver cartridges and is commonly used for home defense, target shooting, and handgun hunting.
How the California versions differ
- Caliber: Most versions chamber .357 Magnum (which also accepts .38 Special), but the roster also includes options in .22 LR, .327 Federal Magnum, .44 Special, and 10mm Auto.
- Barrel length: Barrel lengths range from 3 inches (KGPF-331, GP100 01761) through 4.19–4.2 inches to 6 inches (GP-161, KGP-161), suiting different carry, home defense, and target-shooting needs.
- Finish: Some models carry a blued steel finish (GP-141) while others are satin stainless (KGP-141, KGP-4327-7), affecting corrosion resistance and appearance.
- Grips: The GP100 NRA Wood Grip model (01758) ships with wood grips; most other versions use Ruger's standard rubber or rubber-insert grip panels.
- Variant: The Match Champion (01755) features a semi-target hammer, fiber optic front sight, and match-tuned action compared to the standard GP100 models.
Who it suits
The GP100 family suits shooters seeking a rugged, versatile revolver for home defense, recreational range shooting, or handgun hunting, with enough variation in caliber and barrel length to fit a wide range of purposes.