Ruger SP101 .22 LR Stainless 6-Shot DA/SA Revolver, 2.25 in, 1995 Production, Early Snubnose Variant
This early six-shot Ruger SP101 in .22 LR pairs compact snubnose handling with all-stainless construction and fixed sights. Built in 1995, it represents the pre-2011 rimfire architecture that preceded later eight-shot versions. The 2.25 in barrel features a full underlug and shrouded ejector rod, and this example wears a factory-style rubber grip with screw-retained side panel inserts. Chambered in .22 LR, it offers minimal recoil and is an approachable entry point for getting into revolvers.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Details: The cylinder shows light usage marks. The cylinder loading ramp has a visible wear mark that does not affect function.
What’s Included
- Ruger SP101 .22 LR revolver (1995) with factory-style rubber grip with screw-retained side panel inserts
This SP101 showcases the early six-shot rimfire configuration with a fluted, swing-out cylinder and star ejector. It uses Ruger’s transfer-bar ignition and traditional DA/SA operation with an exposed, serrated hammer spur and a smooth trigger pull.
All major components are stainless steel with a brushed/satin finish, including the frame, barrel, and cylinder. The 2.25 in barrel features a full underlug and a shrouded ejector rod for protected operation in a compact package.
Sighting is straightforward and durable: a pinned ramp front blade paired with an integral topstrap rear groove. The fixed sight setup complements the SP101’s snubnose profile for fast alignment at close range.
Chambered in .22 LR, this revolver produces little recoil, making it easy to control and a practical way to get started with revolvers. The factory-style rubber grip with screw-retained side panel inserts enhances purchase while maintaining a compact footprint. Made in the USA in 1995, it sits squarely in the 1990s production era that many enthusiasts value for this model line.