Ruger GP100 Pistol, .357 Magnum, 2.5″ Barrel

The Ruger GP100 configured with a 2.5-inch barrel is a heavy-duty, double-action/single-action (DA/SA) snub-nosed revolver chambered in .357 Magnum (and safely handles .38 Special / .38 Special +P). Renowned for being explicitly overbuilt, the GP100 trades the ultra-lightweight architecture of typical pocket snub-noses for a beefy, solid steel frame and full underlug barrel. This extra mass provides a distinct technical advantage: it dramatically tames the harsh, punishing recoil profile typically associated with firing high-velocity .357 Magnum cartridges out of a short barrel. It serves as a rugged, highly dependable option for concealed carry, trail defense, or home security