Ruger Single-Six Magnum Old Model Three-Screw .22 WMR Revolver, 6.5-Inch, 1959
This 1959 Ruger Single-Six Magnum Model (RSSM) is an Old Model three-screw revolver chambered in .22 WMR with a 6.5-inch barrel and fixed sights. It features the Magnum-marked frame with the "RUGER SINGLE-SIX WIN. .22 RF MAG. CAL." rollmark and the original pre-1973 lockwork without a transfer-bar safety. Blued steel construction and Ruger eagle medallion grips complete this classic 1950s-era configuration.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: There is a large abrasion on the left side of the frame and cylinder. Wear and handling marks are visible across multiple areas, with scratches and blemishes on the surfaces and finish loss at high-contact points. The revolver remains in functional condition.
What’s Included
- Ruger Single-Six Magnum Model (RSSM) revolver
The Magnum Model designation and rollmarked frame identify this as the RSSM variant purpose-built for .22 WMR. The fixed-sight 6.5-inch barrel setup offers the classic Single-Six profile associated with late-1950s production.
This is an Old Model three-screw revolver without the later transfer-bar safety, preserving the original pre-1973 Ruger lockwork enthusiasts seek. It operates in single-action only with an exposed hammer and a six-round cylinder.
The revolver is built on blued steel throughout, including the frame, cylinder, and receiver components. Black checkered synthetic grips with Ruger eagle medallions provide a period-correct look and secure hold.
Made in the USA in 1959, this Single-Six sits firmly in the 1950s era of Ruger production. The configuration aligns with the classic fixed-sight RSSM pattern noted by collectors and Ruger aficionados.