*SOLD* 1958 Ruger Single Six .22LR Blue 5 1/2" *INCREDIBLE SINGLE-ACTION REVOLVER*
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Work had been underway on the first Ruger single-action since 1950, and by June of 1953, the gun was ready, the Single Six. Like the Ruger Standard Automatic pistol, the Single Six was chambered for the great .22 Long Rifle — everyman’s cartridge. Based on the appearance of the Colt Single Action Army revolver, it was first introduced with a 5½-inch barrel. It could also be used with .22 Short or .22 Long ammunition. As the name suggested, the cylinder held six rounds, but the original model should only be carried with the hammer over an empty chamber.
Later models were added with a 4 5/8-inch, 6½-inch or 9½-inch barrels. Grips were checkered hard rubber with a black eagle medallion inlay on each side. Varnished walnut or stag grips were available as an option with ivory grips added in 1954. The ivory-grip version of Ruger Single Six is one of the rarest and most collectible. The standard model had a blued barrel and cylinder with an anodized aluminum grip frame. The earliest models featured a flat loading gate and rounded profile front sight. Made between 1953 and 1957, these became known as Flat Gate models. In 1958, this loading gate was changed to a contoured shape.
Specifications:
- Manufacturer: Ruger
- Model: Single Six
- Serial: 91641
- Date of Manufacture: 1958
- Caliber: .22 Long Rifle
- Finish: Blue
- Barrel Length: 5 ½"
- Optics/Sights: Round Blade Front with Square Cut Rear
- Stock/Grips: Checkered Synthetic with Black/Silver Eagle Ruger Medallions
- Action: Single-Action Revolver
- Markings: Standard
Mar 26th 2025
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