Ruger GP100 Wiley Clapp 3"
Sturm, Ruger & Co. · Pistol · In Production · 2013
Also known as: GP100 Wiley Clapp, GP100 1752, TALO GP100
Overview
The Ruger GP100 Wiley Clapp 3" is a semi-automatic pistol chambered in .357 Magnum, produced by Sturm, Ruger & Co. Featuring a 6-round magazine capacity, this pistol offers compact firepower for concealed carry applications. With a 3.0-inch barrel, this firearm prioritizes concealability for everyday carry while still delivering adequate ballistic performance at defensive distances.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 1021 g (36.0 oz) |
| Weight (loaded) | 1082 g (38.2 oz) |
| Overall Length | 216 mm (8.50") |
| Barrel Length | 76 mm (2.99") |
| Height | 140 mm (5.51") |
| Width | 40 mm (1.57") |
| Sight Radius | 127 mm (5.00") |
| Action Type | Double Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Double Action Single Action |
| Trigger Type | Double Action |
| Trigger Pull | 53 N (11.9 lbf) |
| Magazine Capacity | 6 rounds |
| Muzzle Velocity | 358 m/s (1175 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 656 J (484 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 45 m (49 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Rifling Twist | 476 mm (18.74") |
| Number of Grooves | 5 |
| Frame Material | Stainless Steel |
| Barrel Material | Stainless Steel |
| Finish | Matte Stainless |
Calibers
- .357 Magnum · primary — also known as .357 Mag, .357 S&W Magnum, 9x33mmR
- .38 Special — also known as .38 Spl, .38 S&W Special, 9x29.5mmR
Features
- Firing modes: Semi Automatic
- Feed systems: Revolver Cylinder
- Safety mechanisms: Transfer Bar
- Features: Triple Locking Cylinder, Novak Rear Sight, Gold Bead Front Sight, Hogue Rubber Grip, Six Shot Cylinder, Dual Caliber Capability, Full Length Ejector Shroud, Talo Exclusive, Wiley Clapp Design
Base model
Service history
Operators
- Civilian Concealed Carry & Home Defense
Production
Estimated total produced: 5,000 · Production years: 2013-present
TALO Distributors exclusive; over 4,800 units produced as of 2024; limited production runs
Origin
Country of origin: United States
Designer: Wiley Clapp
Notes
The Wiley Clapp GP100 (Model 1752) was conceived by firearms writer Wiley Clapp as an ideal 'working revolver' that prioritizes practical carry features over target shooting amenities. The Novak combat sights replace the standard adjustable sights found on most GP100 models, providing a snag-free sight profile better suited for holster carry and defensive use. The 3-inch barrel is a deliberate compromise: shorter than the standard 4.2-inch for improved portability, but longer than typical snubnose revolvers for better velocity and sight radius. As a TALO exclusive, production has been limited, with over 4,800 units produced. The double-action trigger pull measures approximately 12 pounds (53 N) with a single-action pull of approximately 5 pounds (22 N). Typical retail price ranges from $709-$929. The design shares the GP100's legendary triple-locking cylinder and transfer bar safety, maintaining the platform's reputation for sustained magnum use.
Background
Wiley Clapp, a prolific firearms writer and consultant, designed this GP100 variant to embody his philosophy of a practical defensive revolver. Clapp believed the ideal carry revolver needed combat-oriented sights that would not snag on clothing, a barrel length that balanced portability with ballistic performance, and a rubber grip that managed recoil during rapid fire. The partnership with TALO Distributors allowed Ruger to produce a limited-edition model that catered to revolver enthusiasts who valued Clapp's decades of expertise in evaluating defensive handguns.