About this product
The Ruger GP100 Jeff Quinn edition is a Lipsey's Exclusive revolver built as a tribute to the late Jeff Quinn of GunBlast.com, one of the best-known firearms reviewers in the industry. It's a standard GP100 platform — polished blue finish, 4-inch half-lug barrel, 5-shot cylinder — dressed up with engraved Hogue walnut grips, a gold bead front sight, and "JQ" serial numbers, with only 500 made. Proceeds from the run went to Bikers Who Care, Quinn's preferred charity, through Ruger and Lipsey's.
What is it used for?
It's built for range shooting, home defense, and as a collectible tribute piece. Chambered in .44 Special, it's a mild-recoiling, genuinely capable defense and range cartridge in a GP100-size frame, not an underpowered novelty caliber.
How does it compare to a standard blue GP100?
The action and 5-shot cylinder are the same, but this edition adds a half-lug 4-inch barrel, a gold bead front sight instead of standard sights, engraved Hogue grips, and the limited "JQ" serial run. A standard blue GP100 doesn't include any of those touches and is far easier to find, with far less collector premium attached.
What holsters and grips fit it?
Standard GP100 holsters sized for a 4-inch half-lug barrel generally fit this gun without modification. The Hogue grip pattern is aftermarket-swappable if you ever want a different grip, though most buyers keep the engraved originals intact to preserve collector value.
Who is this not for?
Skip it if you specifically want a certificate of authenticity, since none is included per this listing. It's also not for shooters who want a large-capacity or magnum-only defense revolver, and it's not for buyers unwilling to pay a collector premium over a standard GP100.
Is it worth $1,292?
For a numbered, licensed tribute piece with only 500 made and real charitable proceeds behind it, yes, that's a reasonable price. A plain blue GP100 in .44 Special typically costs less, so the premium here is paying for the limited run and the story, not extra mechanical capability.
Does it work in California?
Ruger GP100 revolvers are commonly listed on California's handgun roster, though roster status is tied to the exact model and finish combination, so confirm this specific Jeff Quinn edition is roster-current before ordering. A revolver isn't subject to California's magazine-capacity rules, but the standard FFL transfer, 10-day wait, and DROS/FSC still apply — see our California gun laws page for the details.
FFL transfer required
This item is a firearm and ships only to a licensed FFL dealer, never to a home address. At checkout, enter your preferred dealer as the shipping address, or leave it blank and we will assign a licensed dealer near you at no extra cost. You complete the background check and paperwork with the dealer when you pick up.
California buyers: handguns must be on the California roster for delivery to a California FFL, a Firearm Safety Certificate (FSC) and DROS are handled at the dealer, and the 10-day waiting period applies. Out-of-state buyers receive the firearm through their own local FFL under their state's rules.
Specs at a glance
Pros & cons
What works
- Limited run of only 500, each with a JQ serial number
- Proceeds went to Jeff Quinn's charity, Bikers Who Care
- Gold bead front sight and engraved Hogue walnut grips not on a standard GP100
- 4-inch half-lug barrel balances well for range and home defense
Trade-offs
- No certificate of authenticity included
- Collector premium over a standard blue GP100 in the same caliber
- Chambered in .44 Special only, not a magnum-capable gun
Key attributes
| Transfer | Ships to your FFL dealer |
| Caliber | .44 Special |
| Barrel Length | 4 in. half-lug |
| Capacity | 5-round cylinder |
| Finish | Polished blue |
| Grips | Engraved Hogue walnut |
| Production | Limited run of 500 (2021) |
Frequently asked questions
- Does it come with a certificate of authenticity?
- No. Per the listing, no certificate is included with this run.
- How many were made?
- 500 total, each with a 'JQ' serial number.
- What's the recoil like in .44 Special compared to .44 Magnum?
- .44 Special is noticeably milder than .44 Magnum out of the same GP100 frame, which makes it easier to shoot well over an extended range session.
- Who was Jeff Quinn?
- A well-known firearms reviewer and founder of GunBlast.com. This revolver honors him and benefits his charity, Bikers Who Care.
- Can I swap the grips if I don't want the engraving worn down?
- Yes, GP100 grips are swappable for range use, though most collectors keep the original Hogue engraved set intact to preserve value.