Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this amazing single-action revolver today for a penny-start auction, this is the Ruger Bearcat!
The “Alphabets” had a 3-digit number preceded by a letter of the alphabet. All of the letters of the alphabet were used in this numbering scheme except the letter “O”. The first “Alphabets” were shipped in October 1958, during the same time that the first 999 guns were still being shipped, and continued until early 1960. If 999 of each alphabet letter were produced, this would be about 25,000 Bearcats produced in about 18 months.
This example is an "Alphabet" Bearcat model. These were only made from 1958 to 1960, which makes them highly sought after and collectible pieces!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Ruger
Model: Bearcat
Serial: R896
Date of Manufacture: 1958-1960
Caliber: .22 Long Rifle
Finish: Blue Finish with Brass Anodized Trigger Guard
Barrel Length: 4"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Blade Front with Fixed Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Resin-Impregnated Rosewood Grips
Action: Single-Action
Markings: Standard / The cylinder is engraved with the “bear/cougar” scene and the words “Ruger / Bearcat”.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Ruger Bearcat is a single action revolver that was first announced in the August 1958 issue of the National Rifle Association’s American Rifleman magazine. Sturm, Ruger & Co. began shipping these fine little guns the same month. The original Bearcat had a one-piece cylinder/grip frame made of an aluminum alloy that was blue anodized, a 4” steel barrel, and a six-shot non-fluted steel cylinder that was roll marked with a “Bear and a Cougar” scene and with the words “Ruger” and “Bearcat”. The gun had a Colt-style fixed grooved rear sight and a 1/4 inch tall fixed front sight with no base. It also had a steel ejector rod housing, a concave-faced ejector rod button, and a brass colored anodized trigger guard. The grip panels were resin-impregnated rosewood without a medallion.
Model: Bearcat
Serial: R896
Date of Manufacture: 1958-1960
Caliber: .22 Long Rifle
Finish: Blue Finish with Brass Anodized Trigger Guard
Barrel Length: 4"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Blade Front with Fixed Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Resin-Impregnated Rosewood Grips
Action: Single-Action
Markings: Standard / The cylinder is engraved with the “bear/cougar” scene and the words “Ruger / Bearcat”.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Ruger Bearcat is a single action revolver that was first announced in the August 1958 issue of the National Rifle Association’s American Rifleman magazine. Sturm, Ruger & Co. began shipping these fine little guns the same month. The original Bearcat had a one-piece cylinder/grip frame made of an aluminum alloy that was blue anodized, a 4” steel barrel, and a six-shot non-fluted steel cylinder that was roll marked with a “Bear and a Cougar” scene and with the words “Ruger” and “Bearcat”. The gun had a Colt-style fixed grooved rear sight and a 1/4 inch tall fixed front sight with no base. It also had a steel ejector rod housing, a concave-faced ejector rod button, and a brass colored anodized trigger guard. The grip panels were resin-impregnated rosewood without a medallion.
The gun’s overall length was only 8-3/4 inches, and it weighed in at a scant 17 ounces. One of Bill Ruger's favorite automobiles was the Stutz Bearcat, and it is said that he named this revolver after that automobile. It is also believed that the 1858 Remington New Police percussion revolver inspired many of the styling characteristics that can be seen in the little Bearcat. Gun enthusiasts and outdoorsmen quickly took a liking to this light, compact, quality-made, dependable revolver, and its introduction was a great success. It quickly became a favorite, sought-after trail gun or backpack “kit” gun. The Bearcat’s serial numbering began with number 1 and continued through 999. These guns were first shipped beginning in August 1958 and some in early 1959. Then, the so-called “Alphabet” Bearcat series was introduced. The “Alphabets” had a 3-digit number preceded by a letter of the alphabet. All of the letters of the alphabet were used in this numbering scheme except the letter “O”. The first “Alphabets” were shipped in October 1958, during the same time that the first 999 guns were still being shipped, and continued until early 1960. If 999 of each alphabet letter were produced, this would be about 25,000 Bearcats produced in about 18 months.
Condition/Contents:
Condition/Contents:
This example is in Great condition showing no evidence of extensive consumer use or handling that we can see. This example will ship with a genuine leather holster!
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.
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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.
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