Ruger single six value??

[TurboChrisB]

Interesting info here.....I have two older single six's.....I believe both unconverted (first I've heard of it) Does Ruger still offer it free of charge? So they're more desirable with the conversion completed?

[redhemi]

Interesting info here.....I have two older single six's.....I believe both unconverted (first I've heard of it) Does Ruger still offer it free of charge? So they're more desirable with the conversion completed?

NO collectors want them unconverted they are worth more that way. The reason Ruger changes them is for safety so it won't fire if you drop it if it's fully loaded.

[TurboChrisB]

Got it...yeah I figurered out what the conversion was...just wasn't sure if it was desirable or not. Thanks!

[torquen]

Ill get the details from the revolver and Ruger tomorrow when I get off work. Thanks a bunch for the advice and help so far.
G

[scootergmc]

I see you are near Sacramento. I am located in Los Angeles County. Do you have any idea where I would find a good quantity of used Single Sixes at good prices to check out?

I don't know what you have down there. The shops I hit up here get a lot of used guns.

edit: I can already tell this thread is going to cost me money....

1960 would have been the last year for the true LR only gun. It would either have the hard rubber or fake stag grips. That is a 6 1/2" barrel, and the LR only came in 5 1/2" and 9 1/2". The LR only had a .222 barrel. There was also a magnum only with a .224 barrel. In 1961 with the introduction of the convertable, a compromise barrel diameter of .223 was introduced. Any mag cyl. delete gun would still have the .223 diameter, and have no added collector value as a LR only gun.

That's what I get for not having my reference handy. However, it does indicate LR only guns were available with walnut grips and the 4.5" barrel, with the walnut appearing throughout 1960. The LR barrel bore was .217/.222" groove, and the compromise barrels had a bore of .219/.223" groove, correct?

[scootergmc]

Interesting info here.....I have two older single six's.....I believe both unconverted (first I've heard of it) Does Ruger still offer it free of charge? So they're more desirable with the conversion completed?

The Ruger nomenclature can get confusing. "Converted" refers to the transfer bar safety conversion, and yes, they'll do it free of charge. A "convertible" gun refers to the dual cylinders (lr/mag). If you have an older lr only gun (I believe higher than serial numberish range 150000), you can send it to Ruger to be fitted for a magnum cylinder, but this will cost you. Guns pre-150000ish had a smaller bore, and they won't convert them.

[RedFord150]

I always hated the contestants in the Price is Right who would bid just $1 more than the last guy.

If I change my bid to $256.25, will that make you happy?

[torquen]

OK, so I was able to call Ruger today and find a little history on this Single Six.

The serial number 3333** came up as a production run of July 1962. It was sold as a convertible with the two cylinders "22 LR and 22 Mag". I only have the one cylinder "22 LR". This revolver has not been converted and still has the original lock work with the flat hammer. The Ruger customer service agent said they would send me out a free box and shipping label to send back for the free update. I told them I would call back if I was interested.

This revolver is in extremely good condition. Has just a little wear on the muzzle from going into a leather holster. I'm interested in selling it, so with this info what type of price should I be asking? Thank you so much for the help so far. Love learning about firearms and the history.

G

[Furncliff]

Rimfire Central is heavy into Rugers and I've seen quite a few Single six pistols sell there. You can get a better estimate of it's worth there, and it's a great place to sell rimfire firearms.

http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/index.php

I bought a Single Six last year with two cylinders for $375 at a local gun show (I live in Co.). Yours will be a bit more desirable because of the older lock work, but hurt by the lack of a cylinder.

I'm not familiar with the market in Ca. but I'd make a guess that your pistol would be worth between 275 and 300.

[scootergmc]

This revolver is in extremely good condition. Has just a little wear on the muzzle from going into a leather holster. I'm interested in selling it, so with this info what type of price should I be asking? Thank you so much for the help so far. Love learning about firearms and the history.

G

$250-300. I think you'd be doing well to get $300. If you're anywhere near RedFord150, he may be interested if the price is low enough. He's looking for a good shooter.

[RedFord150]

...If you're anywhere near RedFord150, he may be interested if the price is low enough. He's looking for a good shooter.

Thanks, Scooter. I think I'm in a bidding war with ECVMatt. My current bid is $256.25 and is contingent upon a FTF transaction at an FFL within 10 miles of my house and the gun must include the transfer bar safety. I am planning on using it as a plinker and will probably teach some kids to shoot with it. I am more concerned about safety than collector value.
As always, my bid is withdrawn if the condition is not represented accurately.