Similar to the development legacy of Ruger re-innovating firearms with cult followings such as the Ruger Mark-I mimicking the Luger, the 10/22 offered an affordable option to the .30-caliber carbine, and the M77 delivered a reliable and accurate rifle for Mauser fans. Ruger introduced the new 57 as an affordable and unique variant of a 5.7x28 pistol with many improved features, all for a lower price than Ruger’s only competitor.

The notable competing FN Five-seveN was a...