FPrice
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Does anyone have one of these? How does it work? I mean, does it shoot well with both cylinders? A local dealer has one and has a sale on tomorrow and I am thinking seriously of adding to my .22 battery.
Ruger SA .22LR/.22Magnum Revolver
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P95Carry
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Nice piece and worth adding to .22 collection IMO. Mine shoots well all round but most reckon that it is more suited to the .22 mag . not only the higher velocity round but supposedly the bore suits that as a primary round. .22lr does shoot Ok tho.
I love mine ... only downside (laziness here!) is time needed to load and unload .... minor prob tho.
I love mine ... only downside (laziness here!) is time needed to load and unload .... minor prob tho.
chm27
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Hi Frosty,
I think the guns are great! I take mine to the range quite often and shoot the heck out of it. Very reliable, very good accuracy, and the 22 Magnums are a blast (no pun intended) to shoot!
Don't forget Ruger's exceptional customer service too if you should ever need them.
I think you will really enjoy it. Just MY opinion of course!
Good luck!
I think the guns are great! I take mine to the range quite often and shoot the heck out of it. Very reliable, very good accuracy, and the 22 Magnums are a blast (no pun intended) to shoot!
Don't forget Ruger's exceptional customer service too if you should ever need them.
I think you will really enjoy it. Just MY opinion of course!
Good luck!
An all time classic single action. I've had several and they are always fun. Accuracy is usually better with the magnums as the bore is made more for them. A .22wmr has a larger diameter than a long rifle and the bore is a compromise to accept them both. The accuracy is still better than minute of soda can.
You can't go wrong with a Single-Six, it's a revolver you can't wear out. Good luck.
You can't go wrong with a Single-Six, it's a revolver you can't wear out. Good luck.wintermute76
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I think you'll like it. I have a blued "Made in the 200th year of American Liberty" model same barrel length as P95carry's (6-1/2"? Have to measure it.).
Got it for Chrismas right after my 18th b-day so I've had it not quite 10 years now. Only problem I ever had was it broke a pin in the hammer.
Don't remember what exact pin it was anymore, 1/16th dowel pin, about .750 long with a spring.
Locked up the action, got it replaced, hasn't missed a beat since.
I use it for shooting squirrels and tin cans mostly, or introducing my little cousins to handgun shooting.
I can get 1" groups at 25 yds without much problem freestanding with the Magnums or LR's. Great little gun
Got it for Chrismas right after my 18th b-day so I've had it not quite 10 years now. Only problem I ever had was it broke a pin in the hammer.
Don't remember what exact pin it was anymore, 1/16th dowel pin, about .750 long with a spring.Locked up the action, got it replaced, hasn't missed a beat since.
I use it for shooting squirrels and tin cans mostly, or introducing my little cousins to handgun shooting.
I can get 1" groups at 25 yds without much problem freestanding with the Magnums or LR's. Great little gun
Mastrogiacomo
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Anyone know how much of a difference the barrel length makes? I'm about 5'2" and 115 lbs. I'm planning on getting a New Single Six in a 4" barrel and thinking about picking up a Bisley Vaquero in either a .357 or .22 later in the year. Can't decide if to make it a 4" too or go with a 5" -- suggestions?
On the Single-Six not much. I went with the 5-1/2 because I liked the looks of it better. In larger calibers I prefer somewhat longer barrels because more forward weight reduces muzzle lift.
Put samples into your hand and determine if you like the balance of one length over the other.
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JPM70535
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I've ad oe since the 80s and have had many happy days at the range with it. Went so far as to buy a low slung quick draw rig for it. Practiced quick draw. Lots of fun till buddy shot himself in foot by being a little too fast. Retired quick draw rig. Still lots of fun at range.
Also makes an excellent Squirrel gun at moderate ranges.
Also makes an excellent Squirrel gun at moderate ranges.
Jim March
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Any such double-caliber variant with the full transfer bar safety (gun made after 1972 OR retrofitted at the factory if older) makes a really good "trainer handgun" for the novice...one of the best ever.
In 22LR there's more or less no recoil. In 22Mag you can tell you're shooting more than an airgun but it's by no means harsh. You can easily show newbies how different power levels of rounds work.
I would particularly recommend the "New Model" action (1973 and later all the way to brand new) for such training purposes, as you can unload it with the hammer down and swinging the loading gate open disables the action. The rate of accidental discharge with this system is extremely low.
In a pinch, these guns loaded with the best 22Mag fodder (CCI MaxiMag +V and +V/TNT) are respectable self defense choices. A 30grain JHP pulling over 1,500fps is gonna HURT.
In 22LR there's more or less no recoil. In 22Mag you can tell you're shooting more than an airgun but it's by no means harsh. You can easily show newbies how different power levels of rounds work.
I would particularly recommend the "New Model" action (1973 and later all the way to brand new) for such training purposes, as you can unload it with the hammer down and swinging the loading gate open disables the action. The rate of accidental discharge with this system is extremely low.
In a pinch, these guns loaded with the best 22Mag fodder (CCI MaxiMag +V and +V/TNT) are respectable self defense choices. A 30grain JHP pulling over 1,500fps is gonna HURT.
Jim March
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On velocities:
We know from NAA's data (see tech area at www.naaminis.com) that the aforementioned CCI 30grain +Vs are pulling 1,200fps from their 2" barrels (Black Widow) and 1,400fps from their 4" (MiniMaster).
I've seen printed reports of those loads pulling 1,500 from the 4.68" smallest Single Six tube. As it appears these are moving around 100fps faster for each inch of barrel per NAA's data, we should hit close to 1,600fps from the 5.5" tube and God only knows from the 9.5.
(The load tops at around 2,000fps - 2,200 from various 22Mag rifles...)
We know from NAA's data (see tech area at www.naaminis.com) that the aforementioned CCI 30grain +Vs are pulling 1,200fps from their 2" barrels (Black Widow) and 1,400fps from their 4" (MiniMaster).
I've seen printed reports of those loads pulling 1,500 from the 4.68" smallest Single Six tube. As it appears these are moving around 100fps faster for each inch of barrel per NAA's data, we should hit close to 1,600fps from the 5.5" tube and God only knows from the 9.5
. (The load tops at around 2,000fps - 2,200 from various 22Mag rifles...)
P95Carry
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Interesting figures Jim ....... I shall have to chrono what comes outa my 6 1/2" bbl when I next remember .. see what we get.
Fprice:
As other have pointed out, the Ruger Super Single Six (“Super†means it has adjustable sights) is a solid, reliable .22 revolver. But what the real question should be is, “how much do I want to shoot it with magnum cartridges? Because the barrel is bored and rifled to accommodate the slightly larger bullet, accuracy with regular .22 R.F. rounds can suffer. So what happens is you give up that difference, which admittedly is slight, so you can shoot two different cartridges. What you need to decide is,†am I willing to make a small sacrifice in exchange for the option of using two cylinders?†Clearly many if not most of the people who have posted replies would say, “yes,†but you have to make your own decision.
As other have pointed out, the Ruger Super Single Six (“Super†means it has adjustable sights) is a solid, reliable .22 revolver. But what the real question should be is, “how much do I want to shoot it with magnum cartridges? Because the barrel is bored and rifled to accommodate the slightly larger bullet, accuracy with regular .22 R.F. rounds can suffer. So what happens is you give up that difference, which admittedly is slight, so you can shoot two different cartridges. What you need to decide is,†am I willing to make a small sacrifice in exchange for the option of using two cylinders?†Clearly many if not most of the people who have posted replies would say, “yes,†but you have to make your own decision.
justice4all
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I love mine. I hardly ever shoot magnums, but I like the option, and usually carry it that way when I small game hunt. As far as accuracy with .22LR, I think mine is just fine for plinking. I bought mine mainly for training other people, especially new shooters, but I shoot it myself all the time. Everyone should have a .22 pistol, just because it's so cheap. The only drawback is loading and unloading.
Mastrogiacomo
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That's how I basically feel about the Mark II. It's a great gun but I hate loading it and trying to take it apart for cleaning. I figured the single six would be less of a headache.
I have quite a bit of experience with the Ruger Single Six. As a kid, my best friend had one. He carried it, and we shot it a LOT for years.
After getting a job, I bought one. It was blued, and had a 6"+ barrel. I don't recall what happened to it. I do remember that I had rubber grips on it, a Wolf spring kit in it, and had an aftermarket full rib on the barrel.
About 15 years ago I bought another one. It was a 5 1/2" stainless. I shot many, many thousands of rounds out of it and it was at least fourth hand when I got it - one of my friends bought it at a pawn shop.
Within the last year, I sold that one and bought two new ones. One is stainless with a 4"+ barrel. It was a special run of these short barreled guns produced for Lipsey's. I ordered it as soon as I found out about it. When I went to pick it up, there was a blue, 6"+barreled Bisley Single Six in the case. I was so taken by it, that I bought it also.
I have owned those two guns for less than six months and have fired several thousand rounds out of each of them. I couldn't limit myself to one.
I don't believe I have ever fired a single magnum round out of any of them.
I consider the Ruger Single Six to be a must have. They are one of my most frequently fired handguns.
After getting a job, I bought one. It was blued, and had a 6"+ barrel. I don't recall what happened to it. I do remember that I had rubber grips on it, a Wolf spring kit in it, and had an aftermarket full rib on the barrel.
About 15 years ago I bought another one. It was a 5 1/2" stainless. I shot many, many thousands of rounds out of it and it was at least fourth hand when I got it - one of my friends bought it at a pawn shop.
Within the last year, I sold that one and bought two new ones. One is stainless with a 4"+ barrel. It was a special run of these short barreled guns produced for Lipsey's. I ordered it as soon as I found out about it. When I went to pick it up, there was a blue, 6"+barreled Bisley Single Six in the case. I was so taken by it, that I bought it also.
I have owned those two guns for less than six months and have fired several thousand rounds out of each of them. I couldn't limit myself to one.
I don't believe I have ever fired a single magnum round out of any of them.
I consider the Ruger Single Six to be a must have. They are one of my most frequently fired handguns.
FPrice
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Well...
Lots of interesting information here. I appreciate all of the input and have made a decision. I'm going back to the Big E Gun Show tomorrow and pick up the blued Ruger Super Single Six. This dealer had three, two new and one used. The used one is nice except that the previous owner screwed up the sights. Think I'll go for the new 5.5" barrel. He's asking $275, I'll offer $250 and go from there.
Lots of interesting information here. I appreciate all of the input and have made a decision. I'm going back to the Big E Gun Show tomorrow and pick up the blued Ruger Super Single Six. This dealer had three, two new and one used. The used one is nice except that the previous owner screwed up the sights. Think I'll go for the new 5.5" barrel. He's asking $275, I'll offer $250 and go from there.
BluesBear
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The .22 Long Rifle is loaded with either .222" or .223" bullets. The .22WMR is .224". Not much difference.
I have never seen a Ruger single action convertable that wasn't more accurate that anyone could shoot with it.
My father bought me a Super Single Six in 1970 that was the most accurate gun I have ever owned. I put well over 50,000 rounds of non-magnum rounds through it. Everything from RWS BB caps to CCI Stingers and Remington YellowJacklets.
I have never seen a Ruger single action convertable that wasn't more accurate that anyone could shoot with it.
My father bought me a Super Single Six in 1970 that was the most accurate gun I have ever owned. I put well over 50,000 rounds of non-magnum rounds through it. Everything from RWS BB caps to CCI Stingers and Remington YellowJacklets.
How much less accurate is the .22LR from these guns than the .22mag? Any anecdotes?
In the case of my 5.5" stainless model the 22lr cylinder has proven to be more accurate than the 22 mag cylinder. Actually surprised by the level of 22lr accuracy. I was told by the gunshop owner that the 22 mag cylinder would shoot better and that seems to be what most are saying here as well. Maybe mine is an oddball but I am surely glad it likes the 22lr better!
In the case of my 5.5" stainless model the 22lr cylinder has proven to be more accurate than the 22 mag cylinder. Actually surprised by the level of 22lr accuracy. I was told by the gunshop owner that the 22 mag cylinder would shoot better and that seems to be what most are saying here as well. Maybe mine is an oddball but I am surely glad it likes the 22lr better!
FPrice
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Well...
"He's asking $275, I'll offer $250 and go from there."
I went back this morning and it was gone.
However, while wandering around I found a nice used one, blue, with the 5.5" barrel and both cylinders. Got it for $210 cash plus tax. Seems to be in good condition. However, with the winter here, may have to join S&W again to try it out in the near future.
"He's asking $275, I'll offer $250 and go from there."
I went back this morning and it was gone.
However, while wandering around I found a nice used one, blue, with the 5.5" barrel and both cylinders. Got it for $210 cash plus tax. Seems to be in good condition. However, with the winter here, may have to join S&W again to try it out in the near future.
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BluesBear
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5½" would have the barrel longer than the ejector rod housing.
I own the very same gun as P95carry, the Ruger single six with the 6 1/2" barrel and extra .22 mag cylinder. The .22 mag cylinder prefers the Winchester HP loads where as the .22 cylinder prefers the Federal Lightnings. Each gun is going to like only one load, and that goes for the .22 or the .22 mag as well. You just have to find what it likes to shoot.
FPrice
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"It's a 4-5/8" barrel, though."
Oops! You are right.
I've tried the same thing on my wife. and that didn't work either.
Oops! You are right.
I've tried the same thing on my wife. and that didn't work either.
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