I've owned a few, and always thought Ruger missed the boat on not offering some different options. A heavier octagon or half octagon barrel. A more slender forearm without the ugly groove cut in the end. Set trigger. A modified tang safety so a good sight could be used.
I recently came into another Ruger #1 in 7x57 with the old red buttpad, which is a caliber I'm pretty fond of. Took it as part payment on a Ballard #1 1/2 I was selling. It came with a 2x7 Redfield scope and 100 new brass. Figured I'd play with it a little and move it along for the $750 I allowed on trade.
If I kept it, I'd want to spend money on it to make it look good, so best to move it later.