With products made in America, Ruger offers consumers almost 800 variations of more than 40 product lines. Walked into the local gun shop and my eyes laid on it immediately. Ruger makes great revolvers, and the best .22 revolvers on the market, but this is a lot of money for a single action .22 six shooter. I’d prefer if that area had a nicer matte finish, but Ruger’s already doing a heck of a lot of machining on this gun, in an era when most handguns are made by squirting molten goo into a mold, so I’m willing to overlook it. He has now shot it multiple times with different brands of ammo (as I understand) without any difficulties at all. Pulling back the hammer produces that instantly recognizable series of metallic clicks that’s Hollywood shorthand for, “Okay, now I mean business.” There’s very little wiggle room anywhere on the gun, and the joint where the frame meets the trigger guard is a very fine hairline, visible, but undetectable by touch. The most common complaint was that management (as is usually the case) doesn’t care about quality, they care about quantity. Please try again. Item : RUKSBCBH_3. The trigger is as sweet as you’d expect a single-action revolver’s to be. Every round inserted and fired properly, but early on some would not eject, even with repeated taps from the ejector rod. Over the years I’ve owned three Ruger single-action revolvers and have had to return all of them to the factory because the actions would lock up and freeze. Posted By: chlinstructor Ruger Shopkeeper Bearcat for sale - 01/08/15. Review of Ruger Shopkeeper Tips, Traps, and Tricks of the Ruger New Bearcat Shopkeeper. My Heritage RR was only $129 new last year (no mag cylinder). The Bearcat was introduced by Ruger in 1958. The design has actually been around for a while, but the gun has been re-released. It doesn’t have the finer workmanship the the Bearcat does, but at that price, who cares. If I had kids, this would definitely be their first handgun, and I would be confident that they could hand it down to my grandkids when the time came. When we reviewed the Ruger New Bearcat Stainless .22 revolver recently, we liked it a lot. Every round inserted and fired properly, but early on some would not eject, even with repeated taps from the ejector rod. Over the course of testing, the rough chambers smoothed out and ran as expected. Everything fits and functions in a very precise, tight fashion. Mr. Tyler has taken possession of 200 Ruger Bearcat “Shopkeeper” models that have a 3 1/2 inch barrel, a fluted cylinder and the bird’s head frame. Still, it wasn’t all that long ago when I recall that brand new quality guns rarely had manufacturing defects. So, when the above pictured Bearcat showed up at my favorite local gun store (Collector’s Gun Exchange) for what looked to be a relatively so-so price, I took a chance.. The sights are fixed, and typical of the breed. The Ruger Shopkeeper is a stainless steel Ruger Bearcat with a 3-inch barrel and ejector rod. And it’s an all-steel Ruger revolver. Dammit Ruger. Takedown for cleaning is simple and straightforward. G&S Online Super Bearcat Stainless .22 Magnum revolver. Barrel: 3 inches, 1:16 RH twist For more than 70 years, Ruger has been a model of corporate and community responsibility. Shopkeeper je založený na aktuálnom Ruger New Model Bearcat jednočinnom .22 revolveri, ale s niekoľkými kľúčovými zmenami. It’s a single-action .22 revolver. These grips are also available in a variety of natural woods hand finished with a catalyzed lacquer, and laminated woods. Reliability: * * * * * Some manufacturers provide factory-installed dings and scratches in the finish of their guns. The Shopkeeper would be an excellent companion for a day of hiking, camping, or fishing. Review of Ruger Shopkeeper Tips, Traps, and Tricks of the Ruger New Bearcat Shopkeeper. When … I asked to see it and told the guy to hold it while I went for the money to buy it. The Ruger Bearcat is a single-action, .22 caliber revolver manufactured by Sturm, Ruger & Co., introduced in 1958.It is based on the classic Remington single-action revolvers of the mid-19th century. At that time, it was decided that the Bearcat design wasn’t readily adaptable to the new mechanism, and the Bearcat was dropped from production in 1975. It is definitely my favorite gun. Until now you could only get a Bearcat with fixed sights. In our initial review of this same Ruger Bearcat Stainless revolver in .22 Long Rifle caliber, it had produced satisfactory, but not exceptional, accuracy. The hammer and trigger were both smooth operators, with the short, crisp trigger tipping the Lyman's digital trigger gauge at 4 pounds, 2 ounces. I also picked up a NEF R92 double action 9 shot revolver a couple years ago for $115 used. The bird’s-head grips fit the hand very naturally. We developed a special proprietary process to make the high grade acrylic material that we call Kirinite™. But, they seemed to disappear and I could not find one. quite a bargain. I’m of the same opinion. A popular rig for those who want both period aesthetics and in-the-field functionality is the hybrid #44 Outfitter holster and belt. Which is my only real gripe with the Bearcat line. Ruger RUKSBCBH-3. Unlike other versions of this revolver that contain some aluminum components, this one features an all-stainless-steel construction, including the ejector rod housing. Groups hovered right around the 1.5-inch mark, with the best groups at the 1.25-inch range. It was a new model Bearcat with a 3-inch barrel and bird’s head grip in stainless steel. The original Bearcats were built with an aluminum alloy frame and steel cylinder. It looks like I've come full-circle on my range shooting nowadays. Heck, Ruger makes an EIGHT shot, double action .22 LCR for $400 and maybe less that is smaller, weighs less, etc. Fortunately, it sprang back to life in the 1990s. Also the grip were really nice. Reliability for me has been perfect. It has been described as "a mechanical jewel," and is the smallest and lightest 22 LR caliber single-action made by Ruger. Built to the highest quality, but .22 doesn’t and never did require the highest quality to last and to function. Customization: * Website: http://ruger.com/products/newBearcatDE/models.html. There’s options out there for .22 wheelguns and this is Bearcat is the most expensive. $603.64. I wanted one when they first came out and was dissuaded by price. Everybody needs a cowboy six gun. The Ruger New Bearcat Shopkeeper is one such gun. It’s a purebred plinker, and carefully shooting it at paper targets almost seems like sacrilege, like tasking a great hunting dog with fetching your slippers. Length: 8 inches UPC : 736676009152 NO CREDIT CARD FEES. RUGER Bearcat Series BIRDSHEAD SHOPKEEPER MODEL:Bearcat TYPE:Revolver ACTION:Single Action FINISH:Stainless STOCK/FRAME:Steel Frame STOCK/GRIPS:Wood CALIBER/GAUGE:22 LR … PROVENANCE. Save Share. Jeff Quinn over at Gunblast.com had nice things to say about it, but American Rifleman's review included a shooting results table was showing 3" at 7 yards. The sights are right on for windage, but shoot a bit low with most ammunition. So what is this gun good for? Learn how your comment data is processed. It’s not all rainbows and butterflies, though. While not as popular as the larger Single Six, the Bearcat is a much appreciated handgun. This would be the perfect starter gun foe a beginner. Load it for them and all they have to worry about is line up the sights and pull the trigger. Introduction I read an article in the December, 2013 issue of American Rifleman about gun distributor Lipsey’s Guns commissioning a special production run of the Ruger® new model Bearcat® called the Shopkeeper [1]. UPC : 736676009152 We don't know what they did, but it came back working fine. Be warned if you are looking for a Ruger Bearcat Shopkeeper and find one. Sometimes you just have to treat yourself. The barrel and ejector shroud have been shortened from 4 to 3 inches. It might be worth comparing this sweet little gun to Ruger’s other little .22 wheelgun, the SP101. Stainless finish Birds Head grip frame, with 3" barrel. The Ruger stainless Bearcat Shopkeeper is one of the most popular Lipsey’s Exclusives to date. Introduced in 2013, the main differences between it and its older brothers are the bird’s-head grip and shorter barrel. Ruger originally introduced the Bearcat revolver in 1958, and it quickly became a popular handgun for campers, fishermen and plinkers. The subject of today’s review is the newest leaf on the Bearcat family tree, the “Shopkeeper” model. www.firemountainoutdoors www.lipseys.com We were finally able to get a Lipsey's Exclusive in for review that we had been having a tough time locating. Yet I still own those revolvers and they have functioned well since the factory repairs. The older guys are retiring and their replacements are not up to snuff and that’s Truth you can take to the bank. BEARCAT SHOPKEEPER 22LR 3 SS. Ruger’s New Bearcat. The Ruger Shopkeeper is a stainless steel Ruger Bearcat with a 3-inch barrel and ejector rod. At first glance, I saw “Ruger Bureaucrat” and thought to myself; “The name finally reflects the nature…”. Until recently the Ruger Bearcat wasn’t even on my radar, as the new production models are pricey (MSRP $639 blued; $689 stainless) and older models seldom come up in the market. With products made in America, Ruger offers consumers almost 800 variations of more than 40 product lines. Specifications: Ruger New Bearcat Shopkeeper, Caliber: .22 Long Rifle Man, that is just too cool for words to a levergun/six-gun loving dude like myself. This Bearcat has a three inch barrel in lieu of the four inch. The Shopkeeper is based on the current Ruger New Model Bearcat single-action .22 revolver, but with a few key changes. The Ruger Bearcat has been a fan favorite of the Ruger line since its introduction. I love shooting this pistol and just for … Subscribe for FREE now to ensure you never missa single vital update... You have entered an incorrect email address! I’ve had my AH SAR for 4 years now. Granted, it doesn’t get a lot of abuse so I can’t say if it would hold up to banging around in a tackle box or what have you, but it seems to have held up fine – plus I can shoot just about any .22 round from it. If you’re a “tacticool” type of guy this isn’t the gun for you. For me the $300ish I spent on my SR22 was “going upscale and fancy” for a .22 plinker. Way back when I was a lot younger and more “into” the cowboy stuff, I desired one of those Ruger Bearcats, was even a bit jealous of a friend who got one before I did. The Bearcat was introduced by Ruger in 1958. Action: Single-action revolver If Ruger had put better sights on it, it really would be the perfect beginner’s gun. Miami Cops Hard at Work, Keeping Us All Safe, Ohio’s Attorney General Posts Stolen Guns Database Search Engine for the Public, Darwin Usually Wins: Knife-Wielding YouTube Prank ‘Robber’ Shot to Death With Real Bullets [VIDEO], http://www.taurususa.com/product-details.cfm?id=764&category=Revolver&toggle=tr&breadcrumbseries=UL2, http://www.rossiusa.com/product-details.cfm?id=228&category=1&toggle=&breadcrumbseries=. The all-metal heft of the gun is reassuring and helps to stabilize it. I was privileged enough to be invited up to the New Hampshire Ruger factory a few months ago, along with a couple of other writers, the esteemed gun-craftsman Hamilton Bowen , and Jason Cloessner of Lipsey’s. At ten yards, it’s possible to get one-inch five-shot groups with quality ammo if I do everything right. As expected, the fit and finish of the Shopkeeper are excellent. Having spoken to former employees of Ruger, they’ve told me that after working there, they would NOT buy a Ruger gun for their own personal use. The steel versus the alloy cylinder/grip frame on the original Bearcat was the major difference in these fine little kit guns. Because of its diminutive size, it also became a popular “first” gun for youngsters who were just getting started shooting. I’m not large in body, under six foot and a buck and a half in weight, but being a carpenter and block layer, I had developed some fairly impressive hands. Safe, and cheap! It’s a little pricey for a .22LR plinker, but the quality of this gun is higher than most cheaper rimfires, and it is a real beauty. I have the Ruger SR-22 which is a semi-auto pistol with a 3.5 inch barrel. However, as we usually do in the course of a gun review, we made some suggestions about improvements that we thought Ruger should make to their little single action kit gun. I mentioned my Shopkeeper went back to Ruger for the very poor fitting grips/to grip frame. Sale not allowed in California. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. The Ruger’s sights are pretty doggone good for a kit gun. Rise of the Empire: nowy karabin Webley & Scott .30. Ruger’s New Bearcat makes an ideal plinking and carry revolver, especially for young or small-framed shooters. Ruger Bearcat, adjustable sights edition. This is a discussion on Ruger Bearcat, adjustable sights edition within the Range Reports forums, part of the Gunner Forum category; The other day I mentioned to our local gunshop owner that if I'd be interested in one of … Now, in early 2013, Ruger has introduced what just might be the best version of the Bearcat yet; the Shopkeeper. Aside from the rosewood grip panels, everything on the gun is stainless steel, in an attractive brushed finish, which explains the gun’s 22-ounce weight. The subject of today’s review is the newest leaf on the Bearcat family tree, the “Shopkeeper” model. These grips will fit Ruger Bearcat Shopkeeper (Birdshead style) frames. ruger, new bearcat, .22 cal in stainless steel with a rolled stamp cylinder. Since the .22 revolver is technically a sub-compact handgun, accuracy testing was conducted using five 5-shot groups fired from a bench rest at 15 yards. As in all Ruger products, the sample of the Bearcat Shopkeeper they sent me is just amazing. Average Joe's Handgun Reviews: Ruger Bearcat Shopkeeper .22LR please refer to the pictures below for all ...click for more info The nonfluted cylinder is engraved with the same nature scene that graces other models. What can y'all tell me about the new Bearcat Shopkeeper with the bird head grip frame? Be advised, however, that the short barrel and cylinder gap mean it’s surprisingly loud, even with lower-powered ammo. The Ruger Bearcat's internal parts are installed at the bottom of the frame, and the trigger guard plate levers in and attaches via one screw at the forward end. For more than 70 years, Ruger has been a model of corporate and community responsibility. But I couldn’t bring myself to pay full price for it. Stop with the cool shit already. With products made in America, Ruger offers consumers almost 800 variations of more than 40 product lines. It is hard to pay that kind of money for a plinker. Introduced in 2013, the main differences between it and its older brothers are the bird’s-head grip and shorter barrel. For its small dimensions, it feels better in the hand than it should. Ruger Shopkeeper Bearcat for sale. One was a Single Ten that went back to Ruger three times before the company replaced it with a Single Six. Pull the hammer back to the half-cock position, push in the base pin latch and pull out the cylinder pin. While I’m a Ruger fan, I have to admit that the company’s quality control seems to be poor. Secure Online Ordering (No Reviews) Free Shipping! Not to mention, there’s a heck of a lot more manufacturing labor embodied in a gun like this than in most .22LR semi-autos. It’s also a nearly perfect gun for introducing newbies to shooting. Charter Arms makes a 6 shot double action that’s around $350. And BTW, I’m a Ruger fan. I would recommend trying to find an old Hi Standard Sentinel, mine was made in 1955 but it still runs like brand new. Eagle Grips proudly introduces Kirinite™ - The Ultimate Grip Material. Hard to find limited production Ruger Shopkeeper Bearcat. That means it’ll probably outlive you and a couple generations behind you, too. Minus one star for the cramped trigger guard and sharp edges on the ejector rod button. Also the factory trigger is HORRIBLE! Get the 74th edition of the World's Greatest Gun Book. El Paso Saddlery offers the Bearcat Shopkeeper owner an exquisite and authentic option to holster their .22 revolver. There’s another 1/8″ of overtravel, making the total trigger travel just 1/4″ or so. As it is… my Bearcat ‘collection’ won’t be getting the newest generation any time soon. Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc. is one of the nation's leading manufacturers of rugged, reliable firearms for the commercial sporting market. 100% reliable with all types of ammo tested, from Aguila Colibris to CCI Velocitors and everything in between. 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