Which Single Six?

[Ventura Guy]

I'm thinking about buying a new Ruger Single Six to add to my .22's. Which model of the new Single Six do you think is the best and why? I like the 5.5" stainless adj. sights but would a longer barrel be better? Is the hunter model more accurate? I would use it for plinking, target and rabbit/squirrels next season. I have a MKIII hunter now and love it but want to expand my collection.

Any suggestions or comments would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you,
Brian

[Bruce]

Go with what you like. There is nothing wrong with the 5.5" Stainless. Great guns.

[RedDawn]

Stainless 5.5" sounds good.
I've been eyeing the S&W 617 in a 4" barrel, but may decide on the 6" after all.
Might as well get a 10/22 if you want a longer barrel.

[crowbar]

I've had a 5.5", blued, fixed sight model since 1970 or so. The bluing is a bit worn, but I prefer it to stainless, and have never felt the need for a longer barrel or adjustable sights. Out of ten or so handguns, it is the one I'll never let go.

Mike

[Ventura Guy]

Thank you for your replies! I appreciate your help.

[dexter9659]

I have a 5.5" single six stainless fixed from the 70's. Love it and cherish it!

[RobG]

I have a blued 6.5". You really cannot go wrong with any one that you choose. They are great shooters. Mine is actually a magnum only version, not sure how rare that is. I dropped a Wolff spring kit in mine and its even nicer.

[vega]

Check WTS forum, someone is selling a Ruger 50th anniversary for $425.00

[461]

Mine is a 5.5" in blue with adjustables on it. Balance is just right for me and having adjustables is pretty important with a convertible model. I don't think you can go wrong with a Single-Six in whatever version you choose.

[Heatseeker]

I have an unmodified 6 1/2" from 1964(win mag only) and a scoped 9 1/2" from 1990. Both are great guns, though the 9 1/2" is a bit cumbersome.

The 6 1/2" is a great camp gun when carried in it's holster. I fitted a .22 LR cylinder to it and turned it into a cheap plinker. I've had many hours of fun with it.

I think any model you choose will provide you with endless enjoyment. I know that both of mine have.

[cactuspete]

I have a 5.5" stainless Single-Six convertible. Have had trigger job done on it along with nice grips. Great shooter. Really like shooting .22 mags out of it.