*SOLD* Hi-Standard Double-Nine W-104 .22 LR N 5.5" *INCREDIBLE 9-SHOT REVOLVER*

Bryant Ridge's Analysis

The High-Standard Double Nine revolver is a double-action nine shot Western style revolver introduced in 1958. The original revolver had an aluminum frame, a rebounding hammer, and barrel lengths between 3.5 inches to 9.5 inches. The model was available in both blue and nickel finish, and the grips were either white or black plastic, faux stag or walnut. High Standard manufactured a number of variants of the Double Nine, originally the Longhorn, Natchez, and Posse, and later the Hombre, Durango, and Marshal. They were distinguishable by different features (example: the Natchez had a "birds head" grip and 4.5" barrel).

Sears sold the gun as the J.C. Higgins Ranger or Model 90 and later also as the Ranger De Luxe. High Standard also made Western-style revolvers for Western Auto and Kroydon Arms. In 1971, High Standard introduced a new version of the Double Nine (the W106 series) that had a steel frame that was strong enough to be used with .22 Magnum rounds. This model series was collectively known as the Convertible and came with two separate cylinders for use with .22 LR and .22 Magnum. These guns were available in the later variants along with the new High-Sierra and were the first models available with adjustable sights as an option.

The Double Nine was discontinued in 1984. Mechanically, the Double Nine was the same as the Hi-Standard Sentinel Revolver, meaning that unlike the Single Action Army on which it was aesthetically based, it had a swing-out cylinder; therefore, the ejector rod and housing (on those models fitted with it) was purely ornamental.

Specifications

Manufacturer: Hi-Standard

Model: Double-Nine W-104

Serial: 1246999

Caliber: .22 Long Rifle 

Finish: Nickel 

Barrel Length: 5 1/2" 

Optics/Sights: Fixed Blade Front with Square Notch Rear

Stock/Grips: Black Synthetic Grips

Action: Double/Single Action

Markings: Standard

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