Ruger Single-Six Flat-Top .22 LR Revolver, 5.5-Inch Barrel, 1959 Production
Made in 1959, this Ruger Single-Six Flat-Top features the desirable three-screw lock-work, XR3 Colt SAA–profile grip frame found on early production guns. A 5.5-inch carbon-steel barrel, factory hot-salt blue finish, and fixed patridge sights give it the classic look and handling that define the first-generation Single-Six lineup.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good – shows prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good – clean, well-maintained bore with minor wear and well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Minor scratching, scuffing, and blemishing are visible on the exterior metal surfaces.
What’s Included
- Ruger Single-Six revolver
This revolver retains the original pre-1973 action without the later transfer-bar conversion, a feature many enthusiasts seek for its classic trigger feel. Ruger still offers the retrofit at no charge, but leaving the lock-work untouched preserves the correct period configuration.
The XR3 grip frame, introduced in 1953 and phased out after 1962, mimics the Colt Single Action Army profile and pairs with checkered hard-rubber grips bearing silver Ruger medallions. These silver “black-eagle” inserts returned in 1959, making this example an accurate representation of that transitional year.
A steel ejector-rod housing with a checkered half-moon button and a six-shot fluted cylinder round out the classic features of the Single-Six. The blued carbon-steel construction and black-anodized aluminum grip frame keep weight manageable while maintaining Ruger’s well-known durability.
With its 5.5-inch barrel, fixed serrated ramp front sight, and drift-adjustable square-notch rear sight, this revolver offers a straightforward sight picture for precise plinking or small-game work. Its full-size frame balances well in the hand, and the single-action hammer presents a narrow, coarsely serrated spur for confident cocking.