Ruger Single Six Old Model .22

[tjtoolbox]

I went to a local gun show today and purchased a Single Six .22LR/MAG. with a 5.5 barrel. Year of production 1969.Locks up tight, has some holster wear. I paid $280.00 out the door with a Bucheimer holster too. I would like some feedback on how I did. All comments welcome.

 

[Ale-8(1)]

If ya got both cylinders, the gun works properly and is "non-converted" and only has a little surface wear without any major "owies" I'd say you did just fine. The holster is just a bonus.

The gun is likely worth more than that as parts.

JMHO

 

[GasGuzzler]

That's really good. Around here I see $400 or so for that set up and no holster. Even NMSS are over $300 easy.

 

[M'BOGO]

Depends on who's selling. Some are priced high, and don't move. You got one priced to move.

Does it have adjustable sights?

 

[tjtoolbox]

Depends on who's selling. Some are priced high, and don't move. You got one priced to move.
Does it have adjustable sights?

Old model with fixed sights.

 

[M'BOGO]

Enjoy

 

[flatgate]

OK, I'm older than dirt and can't remember a damn thing any more............

"Old Model with fixed sights"? No such thing, if I remember correctly. The OM Single-Sixes had drift adjustable rear sights and fixed front sights and the Old Model Super Single-Sixes had fully adjustable rear sights and fixed front sights.

OM Single-Six with drift rear sight. It's also a very early model with the "flat" loading gate.

This image is of a limited edition "New Model" that uses the same sight arrangement as did the Old Model Super Single-Sixes. (I just do not have an image of an Old Model Super Single-Six.........)

JMHO,
flatgate

 

[americal]

You may have a SUPER SINGLE SIX as stated by flatgate and believe me he knows Rugers :!: :!: or a late RSS fix sight gun :arrow: with MICRO SIGHTS ADDED at some point, NEED A PICTURE

 

[Ale-8(1)]

Flatgate's commentary is, as usual, right on the mark concerning sights.

However, the "common idiom" is to call the "drift adjustable" rear sight "fixed" in most conversations. Doesn't make it right, but we know what you mean.

As it happens, Ruger's New Model anniversary Single-Six did in fact have "fixed" rear sight, consisting of nothing more than a groove down the length of the top strap . . . not accurate for an "anniversary Single-Six" which should have had the "drift adjustable" version.

 

[tjtoolbox]

Sorry for the mix up. the sights are Drift adjustable, I called them fixed because there is no windage or elevation screws.
By the way the drift adjustable sights are a little sloppy in the dovetail , could someone tell me how to fix this without buying another sight.
Thanks

 

[22/45 Fan]

By the way the drift adjustable sights are a little sloppy in the dovetail , could someone tell me how to fix this without buying another sight.

There are a couple of ways to tighten loose dovetail sights. One is to remove the sight, clamp it in a padded vise base up and use a sharp center punch to punch several little "divots" in the base. The raised ridges will make the blade a tighter fit. You could also center punch the dove tail recess in the frame for even more holding power.

Another, but more permanant, way is one of the higher strength Locktites. There are several grades that will fill in small gaps and should hold the blade very firmly but will require a fair bit of heat if you ever want to remove the sight.

 

[Rodfac]

Depending on condition, sounds reasonable to me. I think you'll find that old revolver is one accurate gun. I"ve yet to see one that wasn't. My wife's, purchased new in '72, will still hold 25 yd gps that hover around an inch. In all the years we've had it, we've used the .22 mag cylinder a half dozen times. Best Regard, Rod

 

[BRL]

...I would like some feedback on how I did. All comments welcome.

I think you did pretty darn good.

Enjoy it!

 

[tjtoolbox]

By the way the drift adjustable sights are a little sloppy in the dovetail , could someone tell me how to fix this without buying another sight.

There are a couple of ways to tighten loose dovetail sights. One is to remove the sight, clamp it in a padded vise base up and use a sharp center punch to punch several little "divots" in the base. The raised ridges will make the blade a tighter fit. You could also center punch the dove tail recess in the frame for even more holding power.

Another, but more permanant, way is one of the higher strength Locktites. There are several grades that will fill in small gaps and should hold the blade very firmly but will require a fair bit of heat if you ever want to remove the sight.

Thanks 22/45 Fan, I did remove the sight and put 5 "divots" in the underside of the sight. It is very secure now and shoots on target. Thanks for your Info. Great Forum !!
Joe