The Ruger GP100® Model 1704 is a full-size double-action revolver chambered in .357 Magnum, combining the GP100 platform’s rugged construction with a traditional blued alloy-steel finish. Featuring a 6-inch barrel, six-round capacity, Hogue® Monogrip®, ramp front sight, and adjustable rear sight, Model 1704 is a classic configuration suited to target shooting, recreational range use, and sporting applications. Ruger currently lists this model as Limited Availability.
The revolver’s 6-inch barrel provides an extended sight radius while maintaining the balance and substantial feel associated with a full-size GP100. Model 1704 measures 11.50 inches overall and weighs 45 ounces, giving it plenty of mass for a stable shooting platform. The barrel uses 1:18.75" right-hand twist rifling with five grooves.
Unlike the stainless Model 1707, the 1704 is constructed from alloy steel with a traditional blued finish. Ruger pairs the revolver with a Hogue Monogrip, providing a comfortable, secure gripping surface. The GP100 grip-frame design also accommodates a wide variety of compatible custom grips.
Model 1704 uses a traditional six-round cylinder chambered in .357 Magnum. One of the GP100 platform’s defining features is Ruger’s triple-locking cylinder, which locks into the frame at the front, rear, and bottom for positive alignment and dependable operation.
For sighting, Ruger equips the 1704 with a ramp front sight and adjustable rear sight. This combination allows the shooter to adjust the rear sight to accommodate different loads and preferred points of impact.
Maintenance is straightforward thanks to integrated subassemblies that can be disassembled without special tools. Ruger also incorporates a transfer-bar safety mechanism into the GP100 action as an additional measure of protection against accidental discharge.
For customers looking for a traditional full-size .357 Magnum revolver, the Ruger GP100 1704 combines a 6-inch barrel, adjustable sights, six-round capacity, Hogue grip, and classic blued-steel appearance in Ruger’s proven GP100 platform.
Key Features
- Chambered in .357 Magnum
- Double-action revolver
- 6-round capacity
- 6" barrel
- Alloy-steel construction
- Blued finish
- Hogue® Monogrip®
- Ramp front sight
- Adjustable rear sight
- Triple-locking cylinder
- Custom-grip-compatible grip frame
- Tool-free disassembly of integrated subassemblies
- Transfer-bar safety mechanism
- 1:18.75" RH twist
- Five-groove rifling
- 45 oz. weight
- California approved
- Massachusetts approved
