Ruger New Model Single-Six .22 WMR 6.5in Revolver, Blued, Adjustable Sights, 1981, With .22 LR Cylinder
This New Model Single-Six stands out as a convertible .22-caliber Ruger with a 6.5-inch barrel, blued steel construction, and adjustable sights. It comes with the fluted .22 WMR cylinder rollmarked with the Ruger logo installed, plus an additional .22 LR fluted cylinder. U.S.-made and dating to circa 1981 by its 68 serial prefix, it combines period-correct features with versatile rimfire capability.
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 Notes: The blued finish shows scuffs and small areas of light surface rust.
What's Included
- Brown leather belt holster with snap retention strap
- Additional .22 LR fluted cylinder in red pouch
- Ruger New Model Single-Six instruction manual
The revolver is configured with the fluted .22 WMR cylinder installed, rollmarked with the Ruger logo, and a 6.5-inch steel barrel. Its blued finish complements smooth hardwood grip panels with Ruger medallion inlays, presenting a classic Single-Six profile.
Adjustable iron sights include a ramped front blade and a fully adjustable rear, giving the shooter precise sight regulation. The standard right-side loading gate, spring-latch base pin, and an ejector-rod button support straightforward loading and ejection.
This model operates as single-action only and incorporates Ruger’s transfer-bar safety and a loading-gate interlock. Capacity is six rounds, with a steel cylinder and steel barrel for durability.
An additional .22 LR fluted cylinder is included, packaged in a red pouch. When installed, it enables the revolver to fire .22 LR, adding practical flexibility to the factory .22 WMR setup.
Made in the United States, this example traces to circa 1981 production, indicated by the 68 serial prefix. It reflects the adjustable-sight configuration associated with that era of the New Model Single-Six line.