Unfortunately I need to sell my Ruger Red Label 20 ga and I'm trying to figure out a reasonable value. From the serial number it looks like it was made in 1989, has the blued receiver, and the full and mod fixed chokes. Condition is 95% with not rust and a few tiny dings in the stock. Do not have the original box. Excellent Ruger Red Label O/U Shotgun with Box and Papers GI#: 101645139 Serial #400-04163, 20 Ga. (3'), 26' VR barrels (Mod and Full) with excellent, bright bores. This is a 1979-made gun that has retained 99% of the original blue finish, with some silvering ar.Click for more info.
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Joined: Wed Jan 28, 2009 9:17 am
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Location: western Montana | Hi Fellas,
This has probably been covered before, but with Ruger no longer servicing their earlier Red Label shotguns, has there been any talented gunsmith(s) with access to OEM Ruger factory parts rising to the surface and making a name for themselves doing quality repairs?
With appreciation for any leads..........
Rob Harris
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Location: Orange County, CA | If you don't get a useful answer here (which would surprise me), try asking on www.doublegunshop.com/BBS. Some Ruger O/U and SxS haters there but plenty of helpful guys, too.
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Location: S Florida | Are you saying they will repair later Red Labels but not earlier ones.
Is there a serial number or date of manufacture cutoff separating the two?
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Joined: Wed Jan 28, 2009 9:17 am
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Location: western Montana | 'Thanks' for providing the link, Mike. It is worth a try even if many there don't think they're worth their bother. The one I have is a second year production 20 ga. with the blued receiver, still fully functional, but nothing lasts forever other than a bad reputation.
Sugar River - I was told at one time that the factory was not repairing the earlier guns, but I've no knowledge if it includes all 'Red Labels' at this point. A call to the factory would likely clear it up, but am primarily looking for qualified 'smiths' with access to Ruger parts, should I need one.
All Best,
Rob
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Location: Northern Indiana | Found this on Ruger's website. Shotguns no longer serviced. Red Label Shotguns (serial # beginning with '400-' or '410-'). Woodside shotguns and Gold Label shotguns. Hope this helps.
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Location: Boonesborough, KY | If you've got deep pockets, I imagine Connecticut Shotgun Mfg. would do it for you. I have read that they will service just about any double under the sun.
https://connecticutshotgun.co
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Ruger Red Label Serial Numbers Starting With 401