Chiappa vs Heritage?

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milemaker13 said:
The ruger is about $200, but I'd sure like to handle all 3 at the same counter in order to make a decision. Hmm, I should call around to some shops.
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Ruger is a non-starter to me. It lacks the 22mag capability that really makes these guns worthwhile. A lot of folks only shoot 22lr and they are seriously missing out.
 
WestKentucky said:
Ruger is a non-starter to me. It lacks the 22mag capability that really makes these guns worthwhile. A lot of folks only shoot 22lr and they are seriously missing out.
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Everyone is entitled to their opinion and everyone else is entitled to disagree. I'm one that disagrees with your opinion. My three screw, non mag SS is a great little gun and I've never wished for it to be able to handle the magnum round. If I felt the need I would just buy a new model that does so.
 
Even with my modest income, I have never had difficulty buying a new Ruger Blackhawk or Single Six over the years.
I've never been able to justify buying an el-cheapo .22 revolver made of pot metal.
A Single Six will last forever.
The others? Who knows?
 
WestKentucky said:
Ruger is a non-starter to me. It lacks the 22mag capability that really makes these guns worthwhile. A lot of folks only shoot 22lr and they are seriously missing out.
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Why does having a spare .22 magnum cylinder really make these guns worthwhile?
Why are people seriously missing out if they don't shoot .22 magnum?
What are they missing out on?

I have owned a couple of Single Sixes that came with that spare cylinder.
From each one I shot one box of the $11.00 / 50 rounds .22 magnum ammo and tucked it away.
Thereafter I shot only $3.00 / 50 rounds .22LR ammo.
Never missed shooting .22 magnum at 3 times the cost
 
Gun tests did three inexpensive .22 single action guns this month, and three more next month. I like reading their reviews, though I don't always agree with their ratings. :thumbup:

Stay safe.
 
This thread is a month old, and the OP has likely made his choice. But I'd like to share my opinion anyhow.

I bought a heritage 22/22 wmr about 10 years ago. It gave good service, was accurate, and had no issues. I let it go to a friend who still uses it on his trapline. I've seen him make some phenomenal shots with it, too. The funky safety doesn't bother him, he likes that he can safely load six shots in it.

As far as Chiappa goes, I'd never own another. I had three separate guns made by them and they all had terrible issues with feeding and accuracy. I'd not waste my money on any of their products.

I bought a new wrangler last August. It had a problem with keyholing, but I re cut the crown and fixed it. I've since added a pair of single six grips, and replaced the plastic ejector rod with one from a single six as well. Accuracy is quite good, if I'm honest. Under 2" at 25 yards, rested. My off hand shooting isn't great, but I've managed to pop the odd squirrel and rabbit while out on the farm. I'd honestly recommend the wrangler over any of the others, but I wish Ruger would come out with one with a 6.5 or 7.5 inch barrel.

Between the two of the OP's choices, I'd choose the Heritage. It seems to be the better of them in my eyes.

Mac
 
MacAR said:
I bought a new wrangler last August. It had a problem with keyholing, but I re cut the crown and fixed it. I've since added a pair of single six grips, and replaced the plastic ejector rod with one from a single six as well. Accuracy is quite good, if I'm honest. Under 2" at 25 yards, rested. My off hand shooting isn't great, but I've managed to pop the odd squirrel and rabbit while out on the farm. I'd honestly recommend the wrangler over any of the others, but I wish Ruger would come out with one with a 6.5 or 7.5 inch barrel.
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A very useful review with a lot of information:
1) QC issues like the crown do get missed.
2) A number of Single Six parts interchange.
3) The plastic ejector rod (news to me).
4) Accuracy is very good.
5) A lot of people want a longer barrel and quite likely better sights as well.
(perhaps like the fixed sight Single Six with a drift adjustable rear.)
 
Old Stumpy said:
3) The plastic ejector rod (news to me).
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Let me clarify: the ejector rod button is plastic; the rod itself is metal. It felt flimsy to me, so I replaced it with the single six rod. It cost about 4 bucks and was well worth it.

As far as the crown, that was and maybe still is a common problem you'll see in internet reviews. I recut mine, but most have to send the gun back to Ruger.

Mac
 
MacAR said:
As far as the crown, that was and maybe still is a common problem you'll see in internet reviews. I recut mine, but most have to send the gun back to Ruger.
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Perhaps the QC guy sleeps at his station on Mondays?
 
Years ago, maybe 1974ish, I came across a guy at the coon hound field trials in Kenton, Ohio.He drank the last of his cash and needed money to get home. I picked up a Flat Top Single Six, 6" barrel with both cylinders for the princely sum of $20. Still have it and still shoots great. Also have an HRR, with both cylinders also. No comparison in quality, but the HRR shoots great and has given me no problems at all.
 
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