Posted: 4/26/2012 5:41:53 AM EDT
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I am semi in the market for a Ruger Single Six Convertible.
I know the older models had 3-screw frames, and the newer ones have the 2-screw. I have 2 questions about the older 3-screw frames. 1.) Were there any strength issues with the older frames, or were they good-to-go? 2.) When did they stop using the 3-screw frame? I will be using the gun with both cylinders (22-LR and 22-WMR), so I want to make sure the older frames can handle the modern 22-WMR rounds. Any if anybody could give me some pointers on what to look for if I come across a nice used one. I know to check lock-up and all, but is there anything specific I should look at? Thanks! |
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I am semi in the market for a Ruger Single Six Convertible. I know the older models had 3-screw frames, and the newer ones have the 2-screw. I have 2 questions about the older 3-screw frames. 1.) Were there any strength issues with the older frames, or were they good-to-go? 2.) When did they stop using the 3-screw frame? I will be using the gun with both cylinders (22-LR and 22-WMR), so I want to make sure the older frames can handle the modern 22-WMR rounds. Any if anybody could give me some pointers on what to look for if I come across a nice used one. I know to check lock-up and all, but is there anything specific I should look at? Thanks! 1. No strength issues. 2.Bill Ruger redesigned his single action revolvers in 1973 in an attempt to make them "idiot proof." Old Model Rugers are traditional single action loaded with the hammer in the half-cock notch and carried with the hammer down on an empty chamber. "New Model" Rugers incorporated a new transfer bar ignition system, Safely could load all six chambers,no need to leave the hammer down on an empty chamber. |