I wish Ruger did a version of the full underlug to match the look of the S&W "Classic" line or Colt Python.
It's a personal preference thing, but I really don't like the look of an under that doesn't go all the way to the front. The normal GP100 goes all the way up, I'm not sure why they chopped it on this one like the S&W Canadian Edition 4.2". At least it's not as bad as the Super RedHawks, which look like a nice beefy frame with a pencil thin barrel coming out of them.
Also, the US MSRP is $899, so the asking price of $879 Cdn is pretty solid.
http://www.ruger.com/products/gp100MatchChampion/models.html
Model Number: 1754 | Caliber: 357 Mag
Material: Stainless Steel Finish: Satin Stainless
Front Sight: Fiber Optic Rear Sight: Fixed
Barrel Length: 4.2" Overall Length: 9.50"
Weight: 38.00 oz. Grips: Hogue® Stippled Hardwood
Twist: 1:18.75" RH Grooves: 5
MA Approved & Certified: No CA Approved: No
Capacity: 6 Suggested Retail: $899.00
Features:
The Match Champion™ Model is designed with the competitor in mind. With its ergonomic enhancements and tuned action, the Match Champion™ delivers fast, accurate shots and takes the popular GP100® to the next level. It features a contoured cylinder, Novak® Lo-Mount Carry rear sight and fiber optic front sight, Hogue® hardwood grip with stippled sides and a slab-sided, half-lug target crowned barrel.
Patented grip frame design easily accommodates the use of a wide variety of custom grips.
Patented Ruger transfer bar mechanism provides an unparalleled measure of security against accidental discharge.
Triple-locking cylinder is locked into the frame at the front, rear and bottom for more positive alignment and dependable operation shot after shot.
Easy takedown of integrated subassemblies requires no special tools and allows for no hassle maintenance and assembly.
Also features a slab-sided, half-lug barrel and hard plastic case.