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I picked up a Ruger Precision model 18114 which is the 6.5 Creedmoor with the 24" barrel, its the Gen4 and sports the Smoked Bronze paint job.
but when i went to get the spec sheet off the Ruger website they don't list that model.
in fact my serial number doesn't even come up on the Ruger search of serial numbers.
the model 18114 does not show up anywhere except in Canada.
when i looked into a bit more i can see all the other current offerings from Ruger in the Precision Rifle offered and using the proper model numbers with the exception of the 3.
all are the current gen4 in the smoked copper and are the 6.5 and then the 308 in 2 different barrel lengths.
all 3 of those have what look to be a Canadian specific model number even though they look to be pretty much the exact same as the american offerings.
Ruger Precision 6.5 Creedmoor US 18095 -> Can 18114
Ruger Precision 308 with 20" barrel US 18104 -> Can 18115
Ruger Precision 308 with 24" barrel no US model -> Can 18116
has anyone else noticed this?
why do we have a Canadian specific model (models)??
now i understand sometimes companies do runs of rifles just for us and Ruger has done this before as well, but they have always still included them in the serial number database.
and what about the normal ones made them have to kick out a Canadian model?
these are bolt action long barreled rifles, its not like they are under length or semi auto's.
i just can't make any sense of it.
below im going to copy the spec sheets and compare them between the Canadian distributor listing and the ruger web site.
Specifications (all of these are identical between the 2 listings)
•Stock: Folding, Adjustable
•Finish: Smoked Bronze Cerakote
•Grip: Magpul MOE-K2-XL
•Trigger: Ruger Marksman Adjustable
•Capacity: 10
•Barrel Length24"
•Thread Pattern: 5/8"-24
•Weight: 12.5 lbs.
•Height: 7.50"
•Twist: 1:8" RH
•Overall Length: 47.25"
•Length of Pull: 12" - 15.50"
•Folded Length: 35.60"
•Grooves: 5
Product Features (all of these are identical between both listings as well)
•Heavy-contour (.850" at the muzzle) barrel features a Ruger Precision Rifle muzzle brake to effectively reduce recoil while minimizing noise and blast to the sides of the shooter.
•Patented multi-magazine interface functions interchangeably with AICS and M110/SR-25/DPMS/Magpul-style magazines (works with some M14 magazines).
•Ruger Marksman Adjustable™ trigger is externally adjustable, with a trigger pull range of 2.25 to 5 pounds; wrench is stored in the bolt shroud.
•In-line recoil path manages recoil directly from the rear of the receiver to the buttstock, not through a traditional bedding system, providing maximum accuracy potential.
•Buttstock allows for easy, intuitive and secure adjustment to conform to any shooter or style and is adjustable for length-of-pull; cheek rest height and horizontal position; as well as buttpad height.
•Cold hammer-forged, chrome-moly steel barrel with 5R Rifling at minimum bore and groove dimensions, minimum headspace and centralized chamber.
•15" aluminum free-float handguard is black hard-coat anodized aluminum and features Magpul M-LOK slots on all four sides for improved scope clearance for long-range scopes and easy mounting of M-LOK-compatible rails and accessories.
•Ambidextrous manual safety for left- or right-handed lever manipulation.
•20 MOA Picatinny rail secured with # 8-40 screws for increased long-range elevation capabilities.
•"Upper" receiver and one-piece bolt are precision CNC-machined from pre-hardened chrome-moly steel to minimize distortion.
•Three-lug bolt with 70° throw features dual cocking cams and a smooth-running, full diameter bolt body. Bolt body is DLC coated for corrosion resistance, smooth operation and durability.
•Barrel can be replaced easily by a competent gunsmith using headspace gauges.
•Magpul MOE-K2-XL grip provides a more vertical grip angle in a full-sized design and provides compatibility with optional Storage Cores for stowing gear.
•Oversized bolt handle for positive bolt manipulation, with a 5/16"-24 thread pattern for easy replacement. Bolt disassembly tool is stored in the Ruger Precision Rifle Billet Aluminum Bolt Shroud for easy striker channel cleaning.
•"Lower" magazine well halves are precision machined from aerospace-grade aluminum and have a cerakote finish for maximum durability.
•Magazine well front is contoured for a positive grip when bracing against shooting supports.
but when i went to get the spec sheet off the Ruger website they don't list that model.
in fact my serial number doesn't even come up on the Ruger search of serial numbers.
the model 18114 does not show up anywhere except in Canada.
when i looked into a bit more i can see all the other current offerings from Ruger in the Precision Rifle offered and using the proper model numbers with the exception of the 3.
all are the current gen4 in the smoked copper and are the 6.5 and then the 308 in 2 different barrel lengths.
all 3 of those have what look to be a Canadian specific model number even though they look to be pretty much the exact same as the american offerings.
Ruger Precision 6.5 Creedmoor US 18095 -> Can 18114
Ruger Precision 308 with 20" barrel US 18104 -> Can 18115
Ruger Precision 308 with 24" barrel no US model -> Can 18116
has anyone else noticed this?
why do we have a Canadian specific model (models)??
now i understand sometimes companies do runs of rifles just for us and Ruger has done this before as well, but they have always still included them in the serial number database.
and what about the normal ones made them have to kick out a Canadian model?
these are bolt action long barreled rifles, its not like they are under length or semi auto's.
i just can't make any sense of it.
below im going to copy the spec sheets and compare them between the Canadian distributor listing and the ruger web site.
Specifications (all of these are identical between the 2 listings)
•Stock: Folding, Adjustable
•Finish: Smoked Bronze Cerakote
•Grip: Magpul MOE-K2-XL
•Trigger: Ruger Marksman Adjustable
•Capacity: 10
•Barrel Length24"
•Thread Pattern: 5/8"-24
•Weight: 12.5 lbs.
•Height: 7.50"
•Twist: 1:8" RH
•Overall Length: 47.25"
•Length of Pull: 12" - 15.50"
•Folded Length: 35.60"
•Grooves: 5
Product Features (all of these are identical between both listings as well)
•Heavy-contour (.850" at the muzzle) barrel features a Ruger Precision Rifle muzzle brake to effectively reduce recoil while minimizing noise and blast to the sides of the shooter.
•Patented multi-magazine interface functions interchangeably with AICS and M110/SR-25/DPMS/Magpul-style magazines (works with some M14 magazines).
•Ruger Marksman Adjustable™ trigger is externally adjustable, with a trigger pull range of 2.25 to 5 pounds; wrench is stored in the bolt shroud.
•In-line recoil path manages recoil directly from the rear of the receiver to the buttstock, not through a traditional bedding system, providing maximum accuracy potential.
•Buttstock allows for easy, intuitive and secure adjustment to conform to any shooter or style and is adjustable for length-of-pull; cheek rest height and horizontal position; as well as buttpad height.
•Cold hammer-forged, chrome-moly steel barrel with 5R Rifling at minimum bore and groove dimensions, minimum headspace and centralized chamber.
•15" aluminum free-float handguard is black hard-coat anodized aluminum and features Magpul M-LOK slots on all four sides for improved scope clearance for long-range scopes and easy mounting of M-LOK-compatible rails and accessories.
•Ambidextrous manual safety for left- or right-handed lever manipulation.
•20 MOA Picatinny rail secured with # 8-40 screws for increased long-range elevation capabilities.
•"Upper" receiver and one-piece bolt are precision CNC-machined from pre-hardened chrome-moly steel to minimize distortion.
•Three-lug bolt with 70° throw features dual cocking cams and a smooth-running, full diameter bolt body. Bolt body is DLC coated for corrosion resistance, smooth operation and durability.
•Barrel can be replaced easily by a competent gunsmith using headspace gauges.
•Magpul MOE-K2-XL grip provides a more vertical grip angle in a full-sized design and provides compatibility with optional Storage Cores for stowing gear.
•Oversized bolt handle for positive bolt manipulation, with a 5/16"-24 thread pattern for easy replacement. Bolt disassembly tool is stored in the Ruger Precision Rifle Billet Aluminum Bolt Shroud for easy striker channel cleaning.
•"Lower" magazine well halves are precision machined from aerospace-grade aluminum and have a cerakote finish for maximum durability.
•Magazine well front is contoured for a positive grip when bracing against shooting supports.
