Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this lever-action rifle for a penny start auction, this is the Sturm, Ruger & Co. Model 96/22 (Model Ninety-Six) chambered in .22 LR w/ 18.5" Barrel, Hardwood Stock, Simmons Scope & Rotary Magazine.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Ruger
Model: Model Ninety-Six (Model 96/22)
Serial: 620-04958
Model: Model Ninety-Six (Model 96/22)
Serial: 620-04958
Date of Manufacture: 1996
Caliber: .22 Long Rifle (.22 LR)
Finish: Blued Steel Barrel & Black Anodized Aluminum Receiver
Barrel Length: 18.5" Tapered Steel Barrel
Optics/Sights: Folding Leaf Rear Sight w/ Gold Bead Front Sight; Mounted w/ Simmons 4X Optical Scope
Stock/Grips: Smooth American Hardwood Carbine Stock w/ Barrel Band, Curved Plastic Buttplate & Sling Swivel Studs
Action: Short-Throw Lever-Action Rifle w/ Flush 10-Round Rotary Magazine & Cross-Bolt Safety
Markings: Receiver right side roll-marked "RUGER MODEL NINETY-SIX" and serial "620-04958"; barrel right side roll-marked "22 LR CAL."; optical scope marked "SIMMONS".
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Introduced in 1996 as a contemporary evolution of Savage's classic lever-action aesthetics paired w/ Ruger's iconic rotary magazine technology, the Ruger Model 96 (produced as the 96/22 in .22 LR) represents one of Ruger's most unique short-lived rifle lines. Discontinued in 2009, the Model 96 was distinguished by its short 55-degree lever stroke—allowing for extremely fast cycling without moving the hand far from the wrist of the stock—and its seamless integration w/ standard 10/22 10-round rotary magazines. Featuring a lightweight aluminum receiver, visible external hammer, cross-bolt safety, and traditional carbine barrel band styling, the 96/22 gained a devoted cult following among rimfire collectors seeking lever-action speed w/ flush rotary magazine reliability.
This specific example is a first-year production Ruger Model 96/22 manufactured in 1996, bearing serial number 620-04958. Chambered in .22 LR, it features an 18.5-inch blued barrel, folding rear sight, gold bead front sight, factory flush 10-round rotary magazine, smooth hardwood carbine stock w/ barrel band, and comes equipped w/ a clear Simmons optical scope mounted to the receiver rail. Crisp factory roll-markings include "RUGER MODEL NINETY-SIX" on the receiver and "22 LR CAL." on the barrel flank. Preserved in fantastic condition w/ clean blued/anodized metal surfaces, smooth wood grain, short-throw lever cycling, and a mirror-bright bore w/ sharp rifling, this collectible 1996 Ruger 96/22 is a prime turn-key lever-action rimfire package for the field or any Ruger collection.
Contents:
Caliber: .22 Long Rifle (.22 LR)
Finish: Blued Steel Barrel & Black Anodized Aluminum Receiver
Barrel Length: 18.5" Tapered Steel Barrel
Optics/Sights: Folding Leaf Rear Sight w/ Gold Bead Front Sight; Mounted w/ Simmons 4X Optical Scope
Stock/Grips: Smooth American Hardwood Carbine Stock w/ Barrel Band, Curved Plastic Buttplate & Sling Swivel Studs
Action: Short-Throw Lever-Action Rifle w/ Flush 10-Round Rotary Magazine & Cross-Bolt Safety
Markings: Receiver right side roll-marked "RUGER MODEL NINETY-SIX" and serial "620-04958"; barrel right side roll-marked "22 LR CAL."; optical scope marked "SIMMONS".
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Introduced in 1996 as a contemporary evolution of Savage's classic lever-action aesthetics paired w/ Ruger's iconic rotary magazine technology, the Ruger Model 96 (produced as the 96/22 in .22 LR) represents one of Ruger's most unique short-lived rifle lines. Discontinued in 2009, the Model 96 was distinguished by its short 55-degree lever stroke—allowing for extremely fast cycling without moving the hand far from the wrist of the stock—and its seamless integration w/ standard 10/22 10-round rotary magazines. Featuring a lightweight aluminum receiver, visible external hammer, cross-bolt safety, and traditional carbine barrel band styling, the 96/22 gained a devoted cult following among rimfire collectors seeking lever-action speed w/ flush rotary magazine reliability.
This specific example is a first-year production Ruger Model 96/22 manufactured in 1996, bearing serial number 620-04958. Chambered in .22 LR, it features an 18.5-inch blued barrel, folding rear sight, gold bead front sight, factory flush 10-round rotary magazine, smooth hardwood carbine stock w/ barrel band, and comes equipped w/ a clear Simmons optical scope mounted to the receiver rail. Crisp factory roll-markings include "RUGER MODEL NINETY-SIX" on the receiver and "22 LR CAL." on the barrel flank. Preserved in fantastic condition w/ clean blued/anodized metal surfaces, smooth wood grain, short-throw lever cycling, and a mirror-bright bore w/ sharp rifling, this collectible 1996 Ruger 96/22 is a prime turn-key lever-action rimfire package for the field or any Ruger collection.
Contents:
This example will ship w/ mounted Simmons scope, and (1) factory 10-round rotary magazine as pictured.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3-day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
Handgun Standard Shipping with Insurance $50.00
Long Gun Standard Shipping with Insurance $70.00
Any orders placed with magazines that are not compliant with your state, county, or city regulations will not ship with your order.
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Payment Details
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Please note we place a 7 business day hold on shipment, for all non-certified payments.
Payment MUST be received within 14 days.
Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Additional Details
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Additional Information
GunbrokerLink: |
https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1204236169 |
BidPrice: |
52 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-09-27 21:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
673 |
