The Ruger Vaquero SASS Set is a matched pair of single-action revolvers chambered in .45 Colt, finished in high-gloss stainless and built specifically for cowboy action shooting competition. 
 

Key Specifications 

• UPC: 736676051342 
• Caliber: .45 Colt 
• Action: Single Action 
• Capacity: 6 Rounds 
• Barrel Length: 5.5 inches 
• Weight: 2.5 lbs. 
• Sights: Open Notch (Rear) and Blade (Front) 
• Finish: High Gloss Stainless 
   

Features 

 
The high-gloss stainless finish resists corrosion and looks clean after heavy range use. The Montado-style hammer is exposed and sized for fast, repeatable cocking during timed stages. Grips are black checkered synthetic with the Ruger medallion, offering a secure hold without the maintenance concerns of wood. A transfer bar safety mechanism prevents the hammer from reaching the firing pin unless the trigger is pulled through, which is a meaningful safety upgrade over original single-action designs. 
 
The pair shares a matched aesthetic and is built to SASS competition dimensions, so both revolvers handle identically, which matters when your stage time depends on muscle memory between draws.

Feedback on the Ruger Vaquero SASS Duo is predominantly positive, with a clear audience: cowboy action shooters who want a purpose-built competition set. The high-gloss stainless finish draws consistent praise. It photographs well, holds up to regular cleaning, and looks the part at SASS events. The .45 Colt chambering is appreciated both for its competition history and for the wide availability of appropriate loads.

Performance notes center on the smooth single-action trigger and how quickly the Montado hammer can be worked through a stage. Experienced SASS competitors tend to call the action right for the format. Newer shooters sometimes note that mastering single-action speed takes dedicated practice compared to double-action revolvers.

Weight and size come up occasionally. At 2.5 lbs. per gun, a matched pair is substantial for extended stage work, though most competitors consider this normal for the platform. The overall sentiment is that this set is a well-made, competition-appropriate pair that holds its own against more expensive alternatives.