Ruger 96 in .22 LR

[CCAguns]

I have a Ruger 96 in .22LR that must have been built in 1996 or early 1997 as I purchased it in 1997 from WalMart. Someone had dropped it against the edge of the counter and cracked the barrel band. I never did hunt with it, though I tested it without the band on it and it shot very well. 5 shots at 20 yards you can easily cover with a dime. Anyone know where I can find a new barrel band? I'd like to fix it, otherwise I'd probably just sell it as I enjoy my 10/22s too much. The rifle looks as you'd expect it to come out of the box. WalMart didn't have the box but I still have all the paperwork. The barrel band part #is L06801, and it is definitely smaller thanthe 10/22 band. Suggestions?

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[rugerguy]

do not know of anyone that would stock them except for maybe Midway or Brownells, but I'd try the factory first.......................

 

[collectormzornes]

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[Mobuck]

I had to buy one a while back as a replacement for a mislaid original. It cost close to $40 from Jack First.

 

[danlnga]

If all else fails you might try Numrich in New York. The have a website & you can check inventory on line. Good luck.

 

[Del J]

Try Hornetproducts.com

Del J

 

[chet15]

Aren't those the same as a 10/22 barrel band? I don't know, just curious.
Chet15

 

[4kdave]

Gun Parts lists a barrel band for a 9622 .22LR & .22 Mag their #713580B for $12.75

 

[6gun]

Why not just give Ruger a call? if they have one more than likely they will send you to you for free.

 

[ruger66]

Chad
They are a smaller size then the 10/22 and Ruger don't stock them.
Vaughn