Since its introduction in 1993, the Ruger Vaquero has dominated the cowboy action shooting world and earned its reputation for rugged reliability due to its strength and mechanical superiority. It combines the original "Old West" single action look and feel with features sure to be appreciated by competitive shooters and single action aficionados alike. The Vaquero family includes blued, stainless steel and engraved models in .357 Magnum and .45 Colt calibers, with barrel lengths of 4 5/8", 5 1/2", and 7 1/2".