Which to buy.

[Winamac]

I need some advise. I have some "mad money" and I have thought about buying a revolver. I am having trouble deciding between a Old style Ruger single six in .22/22 Mag. Or a Colt Peace Maker in .22. I am into long guns, but have never really been into hand guns, but always appreciated the western style revolvers. I will be shooting mostly paper targets with which ever I get. No hunting. So anyway please advise me. Thanks

 

[Fordtough25]

I have both and enjoy both! The Colt has the 4 position hammer and total "western" feel, the Ruger has a 2 position hammer if it matters. I like both and shoot both a lot, pick whichever you like better or buy both!

 

[Manatee]

I've worked on "cowboy" guns for 12 years. If you want the name, buy the Colt. If you want a gun that will last forever, get the Ruger. You can use the Ruger as a hammer in the morning and shoot it in the afternoon.

 

[Electronrider]

I own two Ruger single six's, and they are some of my favorite guns in the collection. They are an awesome starter handgun for someone who has never shot.

 

[warren5421]

I have both but shoot the Rugers most. The Colt has been out of production a long time and if it breaks parts are hard to find. My Rugers are built to take a beating. My first one cost $54.00 new and I have the receipt. It has went through 1000's of rounds and shows holster wear but the barrel looks like the day I picked it up. My Rugers are all 3 screws so have the same 4 click as the Colt. Watch on the Ruger forum to find a good price on most .22 Rugers new or 3 screw.

 

[sliptap]

I grew up shooting a Ruger Single Six with my father. I still remember shooting CB Shorts out in the woods with him haha.

He still has it and it stills looks like new. Ditto to everyone on the quality of the Ruger

 

[jeager361]

I like the idea of having the .22/22mag option. I like the versatility, so I vote for the Ruger.