My brother hunted deer with his Ruger #1, no scope in 30:06. Yes, his search for a 270 in this fine rifle ended when he past away at 81 years old. Great video!

There's not a lot of folks I share similar passions with but I really "get it" when you highlight this little No1 single shot model.

Mike should be named classic rifle salesman of the year.

Ruger #1 is still available . They release 3-4 variations and different chamberings per year. Ruger #3 carbines need to be brought back as well as 10/22 mag, 10/.357 and 10/.44 carbines. One of the best thing about break open and falling block actions IMHO is that ability to have full length 24-26 inch barrels in a short package . A bolt gun would have 16 -20 inch barrels at the same overall length .

The world needs more single shot rifles with extractors and ejectors.

This is my hunting rifle! Mine is in 7x57 and it's wonderful!

This rifle in 257 Roberts would be a great rifle. Of course there's the pre-'64 Model 70 in 257 Roberts, which might be an even greater all-around rifle. Anyway, thanks for showing us this wonderful Ruger #1.

Gorgeous rifle, zero compromise and so pure in function.

I've got one in 300h&h. Makes me smile every time I take it out. For all the reasons you mentioned, so simple, so slick.

The injector is actually adjustable on that rifle. You can actually adjust it where when you open it it just does pop the shell out just enough for you to pull it out of the action so that you cannot have to pick it up off the ground

I have a No1 Light Sporter in .270 Win. My favorite rifle and sometimes I take it from the safe just to admire the craftsmanship and beauty of it. The wood is amazing with much figure, checkering is well done and the wood to metal fit outstanding for a production grade rifle. I took my best buck whitetail with it a few years ago. A joy to carry on a hunt.

Bravo for this choice. I have owned two of these, both the standard model with the 26 inch barrel. An underappreciated asset of these actions is that they are considerable shorter than a bolt action, which permits a longer barrel for the same overall length, for those wishing to extract maximum velocity out of a particular cartridge. My first one was a .243 with fabulous figure in the wood. I shot my first whitetail buck with it, and have always regretted selling it on. The second one, which I still own, is in .338 Win Mag. I bought it for hunting whitetails in close cover where they may be obscured by low bush, on the theory that "if you only have one shot, make it count". This works as intended, and the thing helped my collect the biggest whitetail of my life, AFTER the bullet had passed right through a four inch poplar that I did not see when I pulled the trigger. The thing is a bit of a brute on the shoulder, though, and I would happily trade it for one of the "light sporter style" in a less punishing calibre. These come with a 24 inch barrel, the quarter rib/front sight combination, and also feature a barrel band sling swivel base and the schnablle forend groove which can help to keep it from slipping out of your left hand. That has actually happened to me with the big .338. I see Ruger is currently offering these in ".275 Rigby" (actually 7 X 57), which would be about as sweet a deer rifle as a person could wish for.

I agree 100% about a Number. My now 42 years #1B in 30-06 is still my favorite rifle of the many I have back home. It has never failed me pon any hunt. I never needed extra rounds so quickly that I could not manually reload. Beautiful rifles.

I like how you just casually shoot off hand at a simple target. No bench or lead sled. The joy of simple.

Awesome. 7mm mauser, 8mm mauser, 30-06, or 7mm-08... I love the 243 as well and agree that it is more powerful than it gets credit for... I've witnessed elk go down in their tracks with a 243... But nothing is more versatile to the handloader than the 30-06 and mannlicher style single shots scream out 7mm mauser to me... But to each their own...

I enjoyed this SO MUCH by the way. It's a true hunter's gun.

We pray Ruger will listen & start producing the #3 again! C’mon Ruger,,we know you can!

USOG, you have just become a dear friend. I know about your love of falling blocks and your work in creating one. But to be told that a Ruger No 1 would be your favorite rifle if you had to choose only one is an immense compliment to my judgment, coming from you. I am a Ruger No 1 afficionado -- I only have one in .308 and no other gun for any purpose, range or hunting field. They are awesome and so satisfying. You are a very knowledgeable firearm dealer and I watch almost all your videos (not those on handguns). Such an endorsement makes my Ruger No. 1 even more precious. (From Canada.) Keep teaching, please.

Wow! I had forgotten about the full stock version. 7x57 and 300 H&H would be first two choices.

Those are excellent rifles . I had one in 458 win mag. Truely a beautiful piece .

Beautiful rifle Mike as always, Ruger #1 international in 7x57 is on my list.. Yes it will be like trying to find a needle in a hay stack up here in Canada but thats part of the fun of collecting 😊

I have one chamberd in .416 Rigby. I absolutely love that rifle, and always thought of having some engraving done on the frame with those nice smooth and flat sides. Maybe an elephant on one side, and a cape buffalo on the other.

Thanks for showing us this beautiful No1. I've always loved the looks of them in any configuration. That's a prized possession right there.

Love this video! I fell in love with the No. 1's when I was a teenager. I have finally acquired 2. 1 in 300 H&H and the other in 9.3x62 I have my eye out for a RSI in 7x57 and 257 Roberts.

Mike, I’ve always thought that the Ruger #1 was the most beautiful rifle. It’s simplistic design takes a fellow back to a time when you knew you only had one shot to put your quarry down. Unlike today a rifle has a 5,10, or 20 round meg. Great video as always.

That's a beauty! I would love to have one in 270 win.

As always, Sir , your review videos are a thrill for me to watch . Thank you . Keep up the good work . Be safe , have fun .

I have this rifle in 25-06. Couldn’t ask for a better hunting rifle. Lot of people don’t like a single shot guns. Fine workmanship.

Sitting in the shade on a sunny day. Just plinking.The slow, calm pace of loading and firing. Must be therapeutic :-) I for sure wouldn't want to miss the Ruger 1.

I have 3 No.1s . 2 in 7x57 and a 45-70. I longed for one since the debut in 1967. It wasn't until 1999 that i was in a state to purchase one. What a glorious firearm. They have accounted for dozens of deer and hogs.❤

Thanks for a great video on a great rifle. I would have to agree with you. I have a Ruger #1 RSI "International" in 7x57 Mauser. Such a great rifle! While my #1 deer rifle has always been a Savage Model 99 in .300 Savage, the Ruger is even more delightful to carry and certainly as adequate for the same game as the .300 Savage. I love the full stock rifles. I bought three of the Ruger Model 77 RSI full stock rifles. 2 in .243 and 1 in .250 Savage for my sons' first deer rifles. They are all still in use. I had bought one for each of two sons and one for me, and then, oops, I ended up having a 3rd son. 🤷‍♂ So he got the Model 77 RSI .250 Savage and I kept the Ruger #1. FWIW I also have a Ruger #1 "Sporter" in .30-06 and a Ruger Model 77R in .30-06. The Ruger #1s and 77s are great rifles and a great value.

Listening to Mike is like listening to a soft summer rain😊

Mike loved the video. I'm very happy that you are not one of the (it has to be1/2 moa or I'm not interested) we all want our rifles as accurate as possible.but 2moa superb handling rifle is what you got don't trade it for a black 1/2 moa rifle that handles like a 2x4.i had a 6mm rem that was great on deer.my cousin has that rifle now he kills elk with it every time he can get a tag.thanks for posting

RE: .243 WCF cartridge. When I decided to buy "first" hunting rifles for my sons, I chose the .243 cartridge for them. They began deer hunting when they were about 12 years old, so a light recoiling, and lightweight, rifle was desired. We hunted on my family's ranch in central Texas, so the deer weren't large. The .243 was extremely popular at the time (1980s) in Texas for deer. Each of my sons have killed many deer with their rifles, and if it ever took more than one shot, it wasn't the cartridge's fault. My personal favorite "deer rifle" cartridge is the .300 Savage, (7 x 57 Mauser is a very close 2nd) and I think it is better than the .243 when all types of deer and hunting conditions are considered, but the .243 is an excellent deer cartridge at normal ranges in normal conditions. I always loaded the rifles with 100 gr. bullets. I would not hesitate to use the .243 for larger bodied deer, mule deer, antelope, etc.

Sir, you are a gentleman and a scholar.

Took my doe during senior citizen antlerless season in October with that exact rifle! Love it. Heirloom for grandson.

I have three Number Ones: 25-06 Heavy Barrel Varmint; 450 BushMaster (stainless 20" barrel); and 458 Winchester Magnum. They're all great rifles. I greatly admire their fine, classic looks, ruggedness, and utter reliability and simplicity. I'd love to have one in 444 Marlin, but doubt if Ruger will ever offer that. If I do my part, they are all capable of groups around 1" @ 100 yards; the 25-06 maybe a bit better around 3/4". Bill Ruger definitely had a knack about gauging public opinion accurately.

Strongest single shot action ever built.

Love the Drop block single shot rifles

My favorite American rifle and stock style. Thank you Chris

the Ruger No.1 is my favorite rifle as well, I own a 7x57 RSI, a 270 RSI, both with unreal wood on them, I have a 45-70 No.1 and a 243 as well, I have taken deer with the 7x57 and the 243, I own several rifles and almost always choose a NO.1 unless the weather is going to be terrible, in that case I also have a Ruger m77 308 ultralight with a bell and Carlson stock for my all weather gun!! I hope they continue to make the No.1 I would love to get a 35 Remington!!

❤ love this guy he know what he is talking about not wasting time in the video about himself but only discussion of his knowledge of the tool in his hand i like Ruger model 77 in 308 or 270 win but 243 seems anemic on a big tuff old buck just my opinion i trust his words of wisdom

Mine is a stainless full stock in 6.5x55 Swede. O.M.G. What a beautiful, simple, functional rifle.

"Elegant" best describes the Ruger RSI. .243 Win is an excellent choice. My "go to" "walk in the woods" carbine is a Number 1 RSI in 7x57 (plus a little brother in .257 Roberts). One in .243 would be perfect for deer and smaller game.

Fantastic analysis and tutorial in one as always. Thank you sir.

Oh what a beautiful single shot rifle that one is.

That is one of the nicest, most beautiful rifles I have ever seen! Love the .243 caliber.

Very nice. I want one!

Thanks! I have used my Number 1, International, chambered in .270, hunting for many years since buying it in 1991. As my vision declined, I had to learn to use a long eye-relief scope, but that was all part of the fun. It is a beautiful firearm!

Only fired a 450NE in this model and liked it.

The no1 is perfect for the 243. Full lengthen barrel to maximize velocity while keeping the oal down.

I have one - not stocked to the muzzle like yours - and in .25-06, with a 3.5-10X Leupold scope, that is very, very sweet to shoot. Beautiful wood - absolutely gorgeous. I always thought that a #1 in .375 H&H, stocked to the muzzle like yours, with a long eye relief scope, great wood and a Mag-Na-Ported muzzle behind the cap would be a worthwhile addition. The nice thing about the .375 is that it can be loaded way down for plinking, deer and smaller game, etc. but can respond to just about anything Africa throws at it when needed. Of course, you have to reload a .375 - at $7 to $10 retail per round - but after the first buy for the brass, it's like any other weapon of its class. It uses big bullets, and lots of powder - but at least not at retail prices like that. On the other hand, you always pay for what you get. Nice gun; thanks for the video!

I've recently bought one in 308. Absolutely love this gun - I had the barrel shortened to 22 inches and threaded for a suppressor. Accuracy is good.

Looks so nice. I like the lines I want one now

Nice choice!

Love that rifle so beautiful! I’m a huge fan of the mannlicher style stock

Appreciate your videos USOG. Glad to see there’s people out there that still appreciate traditional rifles like these. Excluding ARs, I still haven’t been able to bring myself to buy a rifle with a synthetic stock, even though some of the higher priced ones look and feel pretty good…

I found that model in .257 Roberts unfired and new in the box about a year ago. I think it was made in RSI format and .257 Roberts in 2014. Probably my favorite rifle and a perfect whitetail chambering! I also have a #1 A in .234 and #1 A in .270! Nothing like these single shots for beauty and handiness.

i have two ,the first one is 1a in 270 ,the second is a 1v in 25-06 both have kreiger barrels now .that full stock looks beatiful would love to have one in 7mm-08 , not even sure if ruger even made one in this caliber

Great Show.

That would be a sweet little rifle in 6.5 x 55, 7 x 57, and even 9.3 x 57.

I went hunting in the Czech Republic in the 90s with a Ruger No. 1 with Mannlicher stock and 20" barrel and caliber 7x57mm. I shot a roe buck there at 180 m. 7x57 is a good hunting cartridge. I also had a pre-war Mauser in 7x57 (1937). I am a German from Franconia and now live in Thailand.

In 1972 I had a choice between a Ruger # 1 in 270 and a Remington 700 BDL .I chose the 700 and have regretted it ever since.

Beautiful rifle.

Wow! I rushed to be smart and say that my (not dream rifle, for me that can only be a o/u or sxs shotgun) perfect rifle would be a Mauser 98 in 7x57 cal, but I see that the caliber is already mentioned 3 times in the coments!😊😊😊😊. Being from Europe, falling blocks are not well known to me...cheers from Serbia!

that is indeed a beautiful rifle , one of the finest.

Excellent! Both rifle and caliber. Thanks for the video

I have this rifle chambered in 6.5x55 Swede and stainless steel with a walnut stock. I also have a Leupold 2-7x33 scope and Warne Q.D. rings that are specifically designed for the No. 1. They were ordered through Lipsey's and I purchased mine in 2018.

Only one rifle to own? I agree,Mike.

have 2 of them 25-06 and 270 weatherby. both great rifles.

If one owned nothing but every Ruger model, at least from the classical days, you would have the one the finest gun collections around. So many great offerings no longer in production thanks to the Barny Fifes out there.

thats when ruger made a fine rifle

I have the same rifle and absolutely love it. 2x7 on it tac driver

.243 is a great cartridge for a short light rifle.

That and a double barrel and you're set for anything. Robust, light, pointable, easy maintenance, no ammo feed issues. For the weight you can carry both in a SHTF scenario easier than some modern tactical BS.

I have told many guys if we ever get in a scrap you want a lever gun, Winchester, in my hands simply from familiarity. These are simply the best rifles, the Ruger, I have ever handled ...

I bought one in 450 bushmaster a few years ago. My favorite deer rifle by far.

I agree fully, my 1A is in 7X57 and is just a joy to hunt with. However, it is very selective about the ammunition that gives the best accuracy. I have read that there was a period in the manufacturing of No.1's when the barrels gave poor accuracy and they actually changed out some of the Ruger barrels with Douglas. My only other gripe is the effort it takes to eject a shell and re-cock the firing mechanism. I've always wondered if a good gunsmith could adjust the cocking spring and other parts in order to make it function with a little less effort.

Wish I could own one! .243 is Awesome.

Great rifle, great video.

I have always liked the singleshot rifles. The Ruger No 1, Sharps, Trapdoors, growing up with a family of riflemen who never put more than one cartridge in a rifle even if it held more than 1. If I had to pick a caliber, probably .308 or 7mm-08. My deer hunting is usually less than 200 meters. Maybe a 7mm. My brother hunted deer for years with a No 1 in 7mm Mag. I hunt now with a bolt rifle in .243, haven't had a broblem yet, I stick to the heaviest projectiles and handload. I would be okay with the .243, and you are correct, the full length stock makes your rifle a very fine looking rifle. Thanks for sharing this rifle.

Thank you for sharing. I shot my first deer over 45 years ago with a No. 1 in 30-06. Years later I traded that rifle for a No. 1 in 45-70, which I still have. My only complaint about the design is the scope mounting. With regular rings and today's optics, the scope is mounted so far forward that I must move my head forward to an uncomfortable position to get proper eye relief. I have an old Weaver K3 on my 45-70 and I'm able to mount it back far enough in the rings to get proper eye relief. I'm told another option would be a Leupold VX-Freedom 1.5-4x28mm Riflescope. With it's 6 inches of eye relief it should be ideal for the No. 1. BTW... My No.1 in 45-70 will be the last centerfire rifle I would sell.

I had a #1 Safari Grade in .45-70. Have always regretted selling it. Took my 1st deer ever with that gun.

I had a brief love affair with a light sporter.243, but my other girlfriends wouldn't let me keep her citing "she's just a one shooter." From the snowy title page ,I was ready to chide you about the scope not matching the rifle finish, since you did say "perfection", but you must have sensed my concern and took it off for the video. You are the man, Sir. I really enjoy your videos.

So Zen watching you shoot

243 is a good round, and the Ruger #1 is a great rifle.

neat. i like that noise too. i never heard a gun quite like that before

Love mine in 375

Nice rifle. I wouldn’t mind one, perhaps if I get lucky, in 243, 270 or 30-06. Cheers and thanks for sharing.

You say that a single shot rifle is a very safe rifle, and it is. But I remember stalking through the woods with friends and finding that my safety had been pushed off by a branch without me noticing. That is not fun. My thumb has been keeping a close watch on it ever since... But it is a jewel of a hunting rifle, indeed. Love, love, love it (Standard in .308).

Ruger #1. A masterpiece.

Good video! Great rifle! Mine is in .308 and I love it.

I just saw your video on the #1 And reminded me of an experience I had 35+ years ago! A good friend and a great shooter let me use his 243 #1 with a big scope and i hit a woodchuck @ 400 yrds !! No joke!! But the best thing was , i was told ( if you hit it you will hear a WHOP sound before you hear the shot) And i did !! I don’t think many people know that! Just thought I’d share! Thanks for your video!

A grail gun for me along with a 20 gauge Red Label shotgun.

I really wish they had made an over under double rifle based off this falling block design

I have a ruger number one in 2506 very accurate

Oh, how I miss my baby, never missed a beat, 🍻 G'day from Aus., Always a pleasure to listen to 👍

Just started but I'm going to agree. I only uave one for now but I can shoot 1" groups at 50 yards with the open sights on my .375H&H No. 1. I do find the stock made for open sights as the scope sat far too high for me on that heavy recoiling rifle.

Always wanted a heavy barrel 6mm Rem.

3 rifles on my wish list: ruger #1, sako finnbear, and a classic weatherby