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The Ruger Single-Six is a single-action rimfire revolver manufactured by Sturm, Ruger & Co. First introduced in June 1953, the Single-Six is currently produced as the New Model Single-Six, which features Ruger's transfer bar mechanism for increased safety. This mechanism allows you to carry the revolver safely with all six chambers loaded, as it prevents accidental firing. Before 1973, the Single-Six was produced without the transfer bar mechanism, making it less safe to carry with all six chambers loaded and the hammer resting on a loaded chamber. With the transfer bar safety, the revolver can only fire when the trigger is pulled.

Ruger provides a free transfer bar safety upgrade for owners of any old model Single-Six, though this may come with a significant trigger-feel penalty. The New Model Single-Six is chambered in .22 LR, .22 WMR (.22 Magnum), and .17 HMR and is available with barrel lengths of 4, 5½, 6½, 7½, and 9½ inches in both blued and stainless steel. Ruger also manufactures several "convertible" models that ship with both a .22 LR cylinder and a .22 WMR cylinder, allowing the use of both cartridges. The .22 Short and .22 Long cartridges can also be fired in the Long Rifle cylinder. The last 3 digits of the serial number are engraved on the front of the cylinder for those models that ship with both cylinders.

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The Ruger Vaquero chambered in .45 Colt with a Hi-Gloss Stainless finish is a distinguished single-action revolver that combines historical charm with modern durability. Designed to evoke the classic appearance of the Old West firearms, this revolver is particularly popular among cowboy action shooters and firearm enthusiasts who appreciate vintage aesthetics. The .45 Colt caliber offers substantial power, staying true to the traditional load used in the late 19th century. The Hi-Gloss Stainless finish not only enhances the revolver's visual appeal, providing a mirror-like shine, but also offers superior resistance to corrosion and wear, ensuring long-lasting performance and easy maintenance. The fixed sights and traditional grips contribute to its authentic feel, while Ruger's renowned engineering ensures reliable and smooth operation. This combination of historical fidelity, modern resilience, and aesthetic elegance makes the Ruger Vaquero in .45 Colt with a Hi-Gloss Stainless finish a highly desirable firearm for both practical use and collection.

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The Ruger Security-Six and its variants, the Service-Six and Speed-Six are a product line of double-action revolvers introduced in 1972 and manufactured until 1988 by Sturm, Ruger & Company. These revolvers were marketed to law enforcement duty issue, military, and civilian self-defense markets. The Security-Six and its derivatives also became the standard issue service weapons of a large number of police departments, in addition many were exported overseas. While Ruger's Security-Six line has been out of production since 1988, a total of over 1.5 million revolvers were produced and they remain well-liked and respected, as well as highly sought after in the second-hand market due to their strength and reliability.