Sturm, Ruger & Co. was founded in 1949 by William B. Ruger and Alexander McCormick Sturm in a small machine shop in Southport, Connecticut. Known for delivering reliable, affordable firearms across every major category, Ruger has grown into one of America's largest firearm manufacturers. Their California roster presence spans the full spectrum — from the Mark IV .22 LR target pistols and LCR revolvers to the popular SR and Security series of duty-size pistols. Ruger's approach has always been value-driven: good engineering at a price point that doesn't require a second mortgage.
Looking for a Ruger handgun you can legally buy in California? CaliRoster tracks every Ruger model currently approved on the California Department of Justice (DOJ) Certified Handguns Roster. There are currently 91 Ruger models approved for retail sale through licensed California FFL dealers.
Ruger offers 9 calibers on the California roster, with .357 Magnum being the most common (30 models). Prices range from $349 to $1,549 MSRP.
Yes — any Ruger model listed above with "On Roster" status can be purchased new from a licensed California FFL dealer. You'll need a valid Firearm Safety Certificate (FSC), must pass a background check, and complete the mandatory 10-day waiting period. All California handgun purchases must go through a licensed dealer, even private party transfers.
Models marked "Expiring" are still available but may be removed from the roster soon. Models marked "Removed" can no longer be purchased new at retail, but may be available through private party transfers (PPT), law enforcement exemptions, or intrafamilial transfers.