The Glenfield name is back from the vault, and it’s making its return the only way Ruger knows how, by building a rifle that does exactly what it’s supposed to. No drama, no fluff, all business. Meet the Glenfield Model A, the first rifle to roll out under the revived Glenfield Firearms brand.
Ruger picked up Glenfield when it acquired Marlin back in 2020, and now the classic name is stepping back into the spotlight with a bolt gun built for the hunter who just wants to get out there and get it done.
Glenfield Model A Is Built from Proven DNA
If the Model A feels familiar, that’s because it’s heavily inspired by the original Ruger American Rifle Gen I. A platform with nearly two million rifles in the wild and a decade-plus of credibility. Glenfield took the DNA that made the American Rifle a legend and stripped it down to the essentials, making it even more attainable with a price tag that’s about $100 less than the Gen I.
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Field-Ready
Right out of the box, you’re getting:
- Moss Green Splatter stock that looks ready for the woods and feels locked in your grip.
- Matte black finish on the receiver, threaded barrel, and bolt handle.
- Crisp adjustable trigger (3–5 lb pull).
- One-piece, three-lug bolt with a smooth 70° throw for easy scope clearance.
Available in .308 Win, .30-06 Sprg, and .270 Win, the Model A covers the classics. The calibers that have been putting meat in the freezer for generations.
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No Gimmicks. Just a Rifle That Works.
Ruger President and CEO Todd Seyfert put it best: the Model A is “a practical, reliable rifle built for hunters of all experience levels.” Translation? It’s not chasing trends, it’s here to work.
From first-time hunters to lifers who’ve seen it all, the Glenfield Model A brings hunting back to what it’s supposed to be: simple, reliable, and proudly American-made.
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Glenfield is back. And it’s ready for the season.