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Thanks to both of you for your comments.

This old post reminded me of my T-678 serial number issue. I requested a letter for my T-678 with tapered bolt ears, serial number 27203 which, according to Chad's Handbook, was made in 1952. Ruger's letter of Authenticity indicates it is a Standard Pistol shipped in February 1953! Chad's handbook d...

I recently acquired this Ruger Type 7 Red Eagle 4-3/4”, Serial No. 11,0xx in 95+% condition that was made in 1950. Unfortunately, it did not come with the box.

I recently acquired this Ruger Type 7 Red Eagle 4-3/4”, Serial No. 11,0xx in 95+% condition that was made in 1950. Unfortunately, it did not come with the box.

Yes, I know. The previous owner obviously didn’t know the significance of an S-serial number.

I have a Ruger T678 (1953) with Flat on top and a Ruger RST-4 (1953) with the Flat on the bottom. I'd like to know which configuration is more common.

THIS HAS BEEN SOLD.

Thanks, Chet. If I ever see one with the flat on the bottom, I'll consider buying it just because it is different from the one I have.

Thanks for your reply. Was just curious if one is more "rare" than the other.

I have this Mark I, T678, Serial No. 27203 with tapered bolt ears. The arbor flat is on top. I'm curious to know if that is the more common configuration, and if any member has one with the arbor flat on the bottom. https://www.jpgbox.com/jpg/63172_600x400.jpg https://www.jpgbox.com/jpg/63171_600x40...