Ruger New Model Single-Six 1976 Bicentennial Liberty Marked Single-Action Revolver, .22 LR, 6.50" Barrel
This Ruger New Model Single-Six is a 1976-manufactured revolver marked "MADE IN THE 200th YEAR OF AMERICAN LIBERTY," making it a distinctive Bicentennial-era variant. It is chambered in .22 LR and features a 6.50" barrel with a 6-shot fluted cylinder. Notable factory markings include "RUGER .22 CAL. / NEW MODEL SINGLE-SIX" and the Southport, Connecticut barrel address, along with a visible "64-" serial number prefix.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Specific Condition Notes: This firearm is in solid shape. There are some scratches and blemishes present. The bore is clean and shiny.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
What’s Included
- Ruger New Model Single-Six revolver
Built on Ruger’s New Model Single-Six series, this is a full-size, single-action revolver with an exposed hammer and a transfer-bar safety. The configuration is straightforward and period-correct for the era, with iron sights and a blued finish.
The Bicentennial rollmark is a key identifier for this specific 1976 production revolver. Additional rollmarks include "RUGER .22 CAL. / NEW MODEL SINGLE-SIX" and "STURM, RUGER & CO., INC. / SOUTHPORT, CONN. U.S.A.," providing clear factory marking details.
This example is set up with a stated 6.50" barrel and a 6-round fluted cylinder in .22 LR. It also includes an under-barrel ejector rod and housing assembly, consistent with the Single-Six pattern.
Two-piece checkered wood grips with a medallion round out the factory-style appearance. The sight setup consists of a fixed front blade on a ramp and a rear sight assembly mounted on the topstrap.