The Ruger No. 1 Standard is a single-shot rifle in .257 WBY Mag that pairs classic American styling with a cold hammer-forged steel barrel. The satin blued finish holds up against weather and wear, while the American walnut stock is stained and polished to a traditional look. Single-shot action forces deliberate shooting, which suits hunters who care more about shot placement than follow-up capacity. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Barrel Length: 28 inches 
• Caliber: .257 WBY Mag. 
• Capacity: 1 round 
• Weight: 7.38 pounds (118.08 ounces) 
• Condition: New in Box 
• Manufacturer: Ruger 
• Model: No. 1 Standard 
• Type: Single Shot Rifle 
• MSRP: $1499 
   

Detailed Features 

The barrel is cold hammer-forged steel with a satin blued finish. The American walnut stock has cut checkering and absorbs recoil reasonably well for a rifle this light. A top tang safety handles the transition from carry to ready without fumbling. The .257 WBY Mag runs fast and flat, so the 28-inch barrel extracts good velocity from the cartridge. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

The rifle works best in open terrain where you have time to settle before the shot - fields and mountain ridgelines where one careful round is more useful than a magazine. It also works as a range rifle for shooters who prefer to analyze each shot before cycling another.

Users discussing the Ruger No. 1 in .257 Weatherby Magnum tend to split along predictable lines. Accuracy draws consistent praise - owners report tight groups at long range, and the flat trajectory of the .257 WBY is a regular talking point for those who hunt open country.

Build quality gets good marks overall. The walnut stock and blued steel are appreciated by shooters who find the current market trend toward polymer and Cerakote uninspiring.

The practical criticisms come up reliably too. Weight is one - 7.38 lbs is on the heavier side for a single-shot, and after a full day in the field it adds up. The single-shot format itself divides opinion; hunters who rely on quick follow-up shots find it limiting, while others see it as the point of the gun.

Ammo cost and availability for the .257 WBY is a recurring thread. It performs well but it is not cheap and not always on the shelf at smaller retailers.