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I just can't get past that heinous finish. I've been in the market for more .22 handguns, as I can shoot 'em in my backyard, but I kinda want to feel just a wee bit of pride of ownership.
Just bought a Ruger Wrangler
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v8stang289
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I'm not crazy about the finish myself. But they're well made, good shooting guns at a great price point. I picked mine up used for $163 after taxes. I got it mainly for my 12 year old, as he had taken over my Colt frontier scout, lol.
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Fortunately they still make the Single Six (and Single Ten), so you can get that additional pride of ownership if you are willing to pay for it.
I just hope that Ruger doesn't go on to stop making the Single Six because everyone wants and expects Single Six fit and finish for a Wrangler price. I could easily see that happening, and it would take the option away from people who don't feel enough pride of ownership in the Wrangler offering.
I just hope that Ruger doesn't go on to stop making the Single Six because everyone wants and expects Single Six fit and finish for a Wrangler price. I could easily see that happening, and it would take the option away from people who don't feel enough pride of ownership in the Wrangler offering.
MacAR
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I cut a slit in a small hardwood dowel, put some 1000 grit sandpaper in it, and turned it by hand while watching tv. Three episodes of Andy Griffith later, they came out looking pretty good and function a lot better too.
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That's interesting. Makes me wonder if the hammer spur is dipped in something to resist thumb oil and sweat? Not counting stainless steel hammers, plain steel hammer spurs can show rusting and even pitting with long term thumb cocking.
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^ That sounds plausible to me.
Coyote3855
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I've used this same method to polish the chambers on the Stoeger double barrel shotgun I used for Cowboy Action Shooting. Works great.
MacAR
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I think you'll have a long wait, because I doubt that Ruger will deviate much from the current model. But, if they ever come out with a 6.5" or 7.5" I'll be all over it.
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cluttonfred
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I would be very surprised if that happened. Ruger has sold a lot single-action revolvers over the years and I don't see why offering a bargain-priced entry-level .22 would change that. If anything, folks that might never have purchased a more expensive single-action six-gun will likely be attracted to the Wrangler (it worked on me!).
I imagine the Ruger marketing folks hope the customer then thinks, "Hey, this is pretty cool, I might go for a nicer .22 Single-Six or Bearcat or maybe a Vaquero or Blackhawk." I do expect that we'll see a bargain centerfire single-action offering from Ruger before too long, perhaps just a variation on the Wrangler much like Uberti offers a .38 Special version of their Stallion .22.
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Also, I have already received my holster and ammo pouch for the Wrangler and at first glance they look fantastic. I bought them from https://www.etsy.com/shop/BigTexasLeatherWorks, handmade in USA, oiled leather, responsive service, reasonable price. Of course, I have yet to see how the gun fits but initial impression is very positive.
for those asking about polishing chambers, get a fired 22 lr case, preferably a CCi Stinger, epoxy it to a cleaning rod loop, and roll it in rouge. Run it slightly in and out slowly. The brass will deform and take up the grit as needed. Sandpaper may do the job, but rouge will make it nicer with lower cost of error. It make my Savage MK that wouldn't extract without a screwdriver a 1 finger bolt.
MacAR
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Now that I have a Single Six, I feel I should edit this statement. The Wrangler has been a great gun for me, but it isn't a SS. It doesn't handle the same, and the SS does shoot more accurately. I attribute that to the better sights more than anything. Regardless, I'd still recommend a Wrangler over a Heritage.
That's exactly why I now own a Single Six. The Wrangler got me started enjoying rimfire handguns again, and made me want something a little nicer.
I have purchased things from them also. I was surprised and pleased at the quality vs. the price. Hopefully you will be too.
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Speedo66
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Looks like the current Wranglers are selling very well. It would probably take a downturn in sales for Ruger to bring out other variants.
Plus, Wranglers would be competing with Single Six features which I'm sure Ruger does not want to do. Same for the magnum cylinder or adjustable sights.
cluttonfred
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Got mine today, transfer bar seems a little rattly but otherwise I can’t complain for the price.
beag_nut
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Just about every Ruger revolver has a rattling transfer bar. I have four, and they all rattle, but function flawlessly.
cluttonfred
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Took mine to the range for the first time last week, a few thoughts....
- Trigger is not great but pretty good.
- My teenage daughter liked it a lot and shot well with it.
- Loading/unloading faster and more enjoyable than I expected.
- That fanning the hammer thing just hurts your hand and you don't hit anything.
American Finn
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I bought a Ruger Wrangler to teach my son how to shoot a handgun; I have had it about a year and so far so good. With CCI standard velocity .22LR at 10 yards it is dead on and about 3" groups from the bench; so so accuracy but as others have mentioned that trigger isn't the best. Still, it's a fun little revolver and it is easy for my son to use. I only paid $170 OTD brand new. To compare, I gave my father a Heritage RR in .22LR for his 70th birthday and it shoots about the same with the CCI loads. I like them both and I think both make a great teaching/plinking/small game hunting revolver.
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