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Item Description
Bryant Ridge Auction Company is pleased to present this LIMITED EDITION single-action revolver today for a penny start auction; this is the Ruger New Model Single Six Convertible 50th Anniversary!
This New Model Single Six special edition is a tribute to the 50th anniversary of Ruger's Single Six .22 caliber revolver. This limited edition has a 4 5/8" barrel with a gold color enhanced rollmark that reads "50 years of Single Six 1953 to 2003". It has a blued steel finish and is adorned with beautiful Cocobolo wood grip panels that feature red Ruger medallions. This exclusive edition includes both .22 Long Rifle and .22 Winchester Magnum Rimfire cylinders, and has a Vaquero style blued steel frame. The 50th Anniversary Single Six comes packaged in a red high impact case, with a special "50 year" lens label. This commemorative edition was only available in 2003.
This New Model Single Six special edition is a tribute to the 50th anniversary of Ruger's Single Six .22 caliber revolver. This limited edition has a 4 5/8" barrel with a gold color enhanced rollmark that reads "50 years of Single Six 1953 to 2003". It has a blued steel finish and is adorned with beautiful Cocobolo wood grip panels that feature red Ruger medallions. This exclusive edition includes both .22 Long Rifle and .22 Winchester Magnum Rimfire cylinders, and has a Vaquero style blued steel frame. The 50th Anniversary Single Six comes packaged in a red high impact case, with a special "50 year" lens label. This commemorative edition was only available in 2003.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Ruger
Model: New Model Single Six Convertible 50th Anniversary
Serial: 268-35211
Date of Manufacture: 2003
Caliber: .22 LR with Interchangeable .22 WMR Cylinder
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 4 5/8"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Blade Front with Integral Frame Notched Rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth Rosewood with Ruger Medallions
Action: Single
Markings: Standard / The barrel features a gold color enhanced rollmark that reads "50 years of Single Six 1953 to 2003".
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
In 2003, Ruger introduced a special edition New Model Single Six to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Ruger's Single Six .22 caliber revolver. This 50th Anniversary Single Six featured a 4 5/8" barrel with a unique gold color enhanced roll mark "50 years of Single Six 1953 to 2003", a blued steel finish, and strikingly handsome Cocobolo wood grip panels with red Ruger medallions. This special limited edition featured a Vaquero-style blued steel frame, including both .22 Long Rifle and .22 Winchester Magnum Rimfire cylinders and is packaged in a unique red high-impact case with a special "50-year" lens label. The 50th Anniversary Single Six was available only in 2003.
At a time in history after World War II when other manufacturers had suspended production of classic single-action revolvers, Bill Ruger took a bold step. He designed an improved single-action revolver scaled down to suit its .22 caliber ammunition better. Despite innovations such as an all-coil spring mechanism and a straight-line firing pin, it preserved the look, feel, and handling qualities demanded by single-action fans. At the same time, TV programs like Bonanza, Gunsmoke, and others were hitting the screen. The timing could not have been better. Due to a small article published about Ruger's possibly producing a single-action revolver, the local post office called and said, "You better come down here and get your mail!" They were swamped with thousands of requests for more information about this exciting new Ruger single-action revolver.
Since then, the Ruger Single Six, in many models and configurations, has remained consistently popular for 50 years. In 1973, the original "old model" configurations were replaced by the many New Model Single Six revolvers containing Ruger's patented transfer bar and loading gate safety systems. These systems provide smooth, dependable operation and an unparalleled measure of security against accidental discharge. The Ruger Single Six inspired other Ruger single-actions such as the Bearcat, Blackhawk, Super Blackhawk, and Vaquero models, all of which continue in updated versions to this day. Owners of 1953 - 1972 "old model" Ruger Single Six, Blackhawk, Super Blackhawk, and Bearcat revolvers should contact Ruger for details about our ongoing Free safety conversions, which can help prevent accidents caused by a drop or blow if the user has failed to follow the basic safety practice of keeping an empty chamber under the hammer.
Contents:
This example will ship with the matching red factory case, paperwork, interchangeable .22 WMR cylinder, and the lock pictured above!
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.
Model: New Model Single Six Convertible 50th Anniversary
Serial: 268-35211
Date of Manufacture: 2003
Caliber: .22 LR with Interchangeable .22 WMR Cylinder
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 4 5/8"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Blade Front with Integral Frame Notched Rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth Rosewood with Ruger Medallions
Action: Single
Markings: Standard / The barrel features a gold color enhanced rollmark that reads "50 years of Single Six 1953 to 2003".
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
In 2003, Ruger introduced a special edition New Model Single Six to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Ruger's Single Six .22 caliber revolver. This 50th Anniversary Single Six featured a 4 5/8" barrel with a unique gold color enhanced roll mark "50 years of Single Six 1953 to 2003", a blued steel finish, and strikingly handsome Cocobolo wood grip panels with red Ruger medallions. This special limited edition featured a Vaquero-style blued steel frame, including both .22 Long Rifle and .22 Winchester Magnum Rimfire cylinders and is packaged in a unique red high-impact case with a special "50-year" lens label. The 50th Anniversary Single Six was available only in 2003.
At a time in history after World War II when other manufacturers had suspended production of classic single-action revolvers, Bill Ruger took a bold step. He designed an improved single-action revolver scaled down to suit its .22 caliber ammunition better. Despite innovations such as an all-coil spring mechanism and a straight-line firing pin, it preserved the look, feel, and handling qualities demanded by single-action fans. At the same time, TV programs like Bonanza, Gunsmoke, and others were hitting the screen. The timing could not have been better. Due to a small article published about Ruger's possibly producing a single-action revolver, the local post office called and said, "You better come down here and get your mail!" They were swamped with thousands of requests for more information about this exciting new Ruger single-action revolver.
Since then, the Ruger Single Six, in many models and configurations, has remained consistently popular for 50 years. In 1973, the original "old model" configurations were replaced by the many New Model Single Six revolvers containing Ruger's patented transfer bar and loading gate safety systems. These systems provide smooth, dependable operation and an unparalleled measure of security against accidental discharge. The Ruger Single Six inspired other Ruger single-actions such as the Bearcat, Blackhawk, Super Blackhawk, and Vaquero models, all of which continue in updated versions to this day. Owners of 1953 - 1972 "old model" Ruger Single Six, Blackhawk, Super Blackhawk, and Bearcat revolvers should contact Ruger for details about our ongoing Free safety conversions, which can help prevent accidents caused by a drop or blow if the user has failed to follow the basic safety practice of keeping an empty chamber under the hammer.
Contents:
This example will ship with the matching red factory case, paperwork, interchangeable .22 WMR cylinder, and the lock pictured above!
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 $50.00
Long Gun Standard Shipping $70.00
Any orders placed with magazines that are not compliant with your state, county, or city regulations will not ship with your order.
