Bill Ruger Jr, who is primarily known as William Batterman Ruger, was an American-based firearm design. He was also recognized as a leading entrepreneur who was known for his partnership with Alexander McCormick Sturm. If you are interested in firearms, you would surely have heard about Sturm, Ruger & Company, a well-known firearm selling company. Ruger had always been very possessive towards his business which is the only reason he has offered some fantastic firearm pieces to people all around the world. The things do not end up here as he has earned good limelight, and everyone should be aware of his entire life and some exciting actions of his life.

Early life

Bill Ruger Jr took his first breath on June 21, 1916, in Brooklyn, New York. He was also raised at the same place, but he had not revealed even a few details about his parents. He mentioned in one of the interviews that he started learning shooting at the age of 6.  His father has an excellent contribution for training him in a reasonable manner, and at 12, he was gifted Remington model 12 from his father. He firstly attended Alexander Hamilton High School and graduated in 1936. Later, he went to the University of North Caroline at Chapel Hill.

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Career beginning

His interest in firearms was noticeable from an early age as he set up one room into a machine shop. He worked on the designs of the experimental machine gun, especially for the United States Army. The best thing is that his design was liked by the officials of the US Army Ordnance, which is the reason he was appointed as a gun designer at the Springfield Armory. He was so professional that he has several patents of guns under his name. All the designs offered by him have been very successful and preferred by the firearm experts.

Ruger had always focus on ensuring safety and consider better technology in the development of his every design. The reports revealed that Ruger had participated in a couple of charities at the location of his industries. He had also served as a member of the board of Buffalo Bill historic center for almost 15 years.

His passion for firearms has been admired for working on the new designs of guns until his death time. The success of his business can be witnessed from as position as a small gun designer to owning a corporation that has also been registered on the New York Stock Exchange. Ruger had earned recognition as a true firearm genius who has offered great masterpieces, which are much better after Samuel Colt.

Personal life

Ruger Jr was married to Mary Caroline Thompson on April 26, 1938. He was not at all interested in sharing his personal life. This is the only reason the details of his children are not available. He suffered various health problems, which forced him to retire in 2000. Unfortunately, he died at the age of 86 at his home in Prescott, Arizona.

Net worth

The net worth of bill Ruger Jr is estimated at $1.1 billion at the time of his death.