Colt Frontier Scout vs Ruger Single Six

[@judydingmon3608]

My hubby has a Ruger Single-Six he's had since early or mid 1960's. He swears by it in every way. Balance, accurate and still in pristine condition. He's 82 and can still drive nails with it.

[@audikris]

What a beautiful cat! We had a Maine Coon mix who looked a lot like him. His heart gave out at 5 years old unfortunately, but he was the best cat ever. Also, I had a single 6 that I wish I never let go...

[@hickok45]

This guy is nine now. He's a great cat and my good buddy.

[@matthewavery]

My fiancée and I have a 10 year-old tabby and an 8 year-old calico. I love them so much, since they’re the first cats I’ve ever had!

[@mky45lg]

@@hickok45 I had one just like that he's beautiful. We called him fat kitty he did enjoy his food😋

[@joekrichten9208]

The more you are around firearms the more you appreciate Ruger. They make a rugged, American made gun and they always have run a great business. They are often the first one into a trend. They get ripped for sometimes being more brute then athlete but-just like in life-give me the guy that gets it done rather then the slick salesman. Good job Bill. We appreciate it.

[@Dgb12651]

I bought my Single Six in 1970. New in the box for $69. I still own it and other than some holster wear it is in pristine condition. This video brought back some memories for me. My cousin and I ran a trap line in those days and he carried the Colt Frontier and that Ruger Single Six rode with me. Fond memories. Thanks for taking me back there!

[@jacoblag02_outdoorschannel]

Ruger's Revolvers are such tanks I've got 2 and plan to get more! Just love that I can carry em, shoot em drop em scratch em up and they still shoot every time!!

[@theoriginalOSOK]

I just found a old Single Six 3 screw at the local shop. And for a good price so, it's mine now. 1959 vintage and VG-Ex condition. Has 5 /12" barrel and original black plastic grip panels. Haven't shot it yet but I will soon. The way ammo prices have gone up - even .22LR, a revolver makes a lot of sense as it slows you down and for the centerfires, it makes saving your brass super easy so you can reload and save money, tune the loads, etc. For recreational shooting and even woods use, a revolver really is about ideal. Not that I don't like autoloaders... just saying. Love you vids Hickok - and always good to know that John is behind the camera.

[@filypefx]

every vid you go with "small" bullets, even more when it's revolver/lever, the vid is always a smooth and nice history lesson, thanks hick.

[@ShortbusMooner]

I prefer the Ruger. Always been a revolver girl, myself. Cowgirl at heart.. 🥰

[@thislookslikeact2824]

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[@terryschiller2625]

Good to see slamfire again. I enjoy plinking with my Uberti 22 clone. Time always just seams to slow down when I shoot 22. Thank you Sir and John for all your hard work.

[@justinmielsch5924]

You have to slow down with a single 6. Shot placement is key

[@shootingthebreeze4432]

There may have been a time I would’ve preferred the Colt but the Ruger Single Six is the best .22 revolver one can hope to own. I use mine nearly daily and enjoy it thoroughly.

[@thehabitat7299]

Sadly i lost my dad in December of 2020. But he left me a Ruger single 6 from 1969. What an amazing plinker.I'll never part with that fine beauty even with all the wear n tear on it. just adds to the beauty!! Thanks for all your videos... Your a good and bad influence hahahaha!!!

[@hickok45]

It's good that you have that Single Six to remember him by and to enjoy shooting. Make sure you have a good gun safe for it so that you can pass it on down when the time comes.

[@thehabitat7299]

@@hickok45 Thank you for all your amazing videos. I absolutely have it in a very safe safe. It will stay with me forever!

[@SamFugarino]

My friend had a single-six back in the early 80s. It was the perfect plinking gun. Accurate as heck.

[@EeZ3-808]

I love my Single Six. I’ve had it since the mid 80’s. Shoots as good today as it did then. Especially in .22wmr

[@law7dog]

I wonder if all single six pistols accept the.22wmr cylinder or only certain ones?

[@bisleyblackhawk1288]

@@law7dog …from what I understand, due to legal issues, Ruger requires factory fitting for their cylinders…wish it was a different reality 😢😢😢

[@larryfairbanks7783]

I have 2 consecutive ser.# of the Colt Frontier Scouts. Can remember my father buying them new in early 60's. Some of my funniest shooting memories are with them and my father.

[@Jason-fm4my]

This is one of my favorite videos. I'm still in love with the single six I got several years ago.

[@AlienLivesMatter]

2:57 having the other firearms gives a great illustration of scale and proportion visually. Especially in terms of size and calibre. Excellent inclusion.

[@Chris48guitar]

So glad you just did this video I was looking at buying a frontier scout. Thanks for mentioning about putting five rounds in and leaving the hammer on an empty chamber. Love these cowboy guns and how a single action sounds!

[@oldbandguy]

Think it's time for you to do "The Last .22 I'd Ever Sale." Think it would end up being a high viewed video. Also think Glock will not be in the top 5.

[@17hmr243]

it be his field-master he brought for john on day1 birth

[@allighast9714]

I am interested in getting a .22 revolver as a first gun, because everyone kid wants to be a cowboy, and some kids never grow up

[@grimjaw5862]

Hmm like your joke but we both know Glock don’t make revolvers

[@oldbandguy]

@@grimjaw5862 Didn't specify revolvers only. Just the last .22 he'd ever sell...and Glock still won't make the list :-)

[@abnormalriley]

Was born the year after his first video and remember watching u when I was five glad I found u again legend

[@drbrouse47]

I bought my used Colt .22 scout single 6 with both the 22 LE and 22 WMR from a cowboy out of Granby Colorado after I had my 16th birthday wiring in the hay. It is still my baby even after buying over a dozen other pistols. My first date with my future wife (back 57 years) was shooting that pistol. I love your channel!

[@tonybrigner3866]

i love the single action 22s thanks john for the demo

[@rexc.7230]

I have a 1965 single six my dad bought brand new. Love it and all the memories

[@nrestivo13]

Hickok45, PLEASE do more vids on early double action Colts: New Police, Police Positive, Official Police, etc. Love your stuff! :)

[@kabuti2839]

i had that cat's twin the entire time i was growing up. He brought us dozens of birds & gophers & taught many dogs a lesson in combat. I have the little Ruger 22 single action too.

[@ogorekcyfrowywdupiekota]

I don't expected special guest on this one, "a surprise to be sure, but a welcome one"

[@The_Real_Indiana_Joe]

I have a single six, a vaquero 357 and a Black Hawk 45 long. I love them all, they give you just a little more to do and slows down the ammo burn 😄

[@kevinroberts1888]

Both very fun guns. I don't currently have a Ruger Single Six in my collection, but my father had two when I was young and I remember shooting them quite well. I do own a 1969 Colt Frontier Scout and have had it out the the range a fair number of times over the last 40 years and the thing is just a joy to shoot. Mines not convertible though and only shoots 22LRs, but has held up very well over the years and still shoots accurately.

[@thedirtygot9570]

That model RUGER was the first handgun I ever shot, I was 6! My dad would put it in his cowboy boot when we went to the big city!

[@billyrougier8048]

Awesome place to shoot. everything is set up perfect I love that gong instant legend

[@frankpetrusa5483]

Bought my colt frontier 22 22mag back in 1971 love it thanks for showcasing it

[@markdaniel5784]

The older I get the more I appreciate having a cat as a pet

[@jonerrek7806]

Same here. Very independent.

[@nokachi3339]

Hickok, could we get a gulf war guns video?

[@ThickCutOhio]

Brilliant suggestion

[@wallstreettrader1]

Both Gulf Wars?

[@Arany-Csillag]

Haha that furball at the beginning was nice

[@wesmcgee1648]

My first handgun was the Ruger single six. My dad bought it from a Western Auto in 1970 when I was 12.

[@deaddocreallydeaddoc5244]

I've had a Colt Frontier Scout since I was 13 when my dad gave me his for my birthday in 1965. The first ones were .22 magnums and did not come with a long rifle cylinder. ".22 Magnum" is stamped on the barrel. The big wow was the .22 magnum round. They began to be sold with .22 LR cylinders around 1965.

[@WarbirdCalls]

I have a Ruger single six. Fun to shoot. I prefer a couple 9 shot high standards in the collection They are surprisingly accurate and well made.

[@JaySlay69]

Kind of funny to think that the most wholesome channel I know on KZbin is a weapon channel!

[@bigave9949]

My single six was given to me by my Grandfather it was his favorite pistol.. I will be giving it to my children when I pass ..

[@crankygunreviews]

You can't get much better than a good single action .22LR/WMR convertible gun. They are so much fun to shoot, accurate, and easy functioning guns.

[@zaterranwraith7596]

Me before clicking: ah, let’s see some revolver action…. Me after clicking: never mind those pea shooters, focus in on that kitty!!! 😍😍😍

[@bradleyvanniekerk2411]

22 revolvers look fun

[@laundrysauce9344]

They are

[@zuttoaragi8349]

I love the sound these SAA pistols make.

[@tonywilkey4369]

I have a colt new frontier with adjustable sights, windage and elevation and a latter model ruger single six with the transfer bar for handgun silhouette in South Australia always watch your videos great content and dry humour. Tony

[@jimivy6019]

My Scout looks a lot worse than yours, but it has been a reliable companion since I bought it new in 1957. The Scout is a perfect kit gun; light to carry; shoots anything from CB caps to birdshot with never a misfire. I spent a lot of time on horseback back then and felt that a single action with 5 shots was a safer choice than anything else. My only other handgun at the time was an old Luger. The 9mm was too destructive on rabbits and such. Besides, it cost a quarter a shot! The .22 worked just fine, left enough rabbit for supper, and I could afford the cartridges. Shorts and CB caps in the Scout were perfect for keeping the rat population down around the feed bin and quiet enough that it would not batter the ears back before anyone ever thought of hearing protection. I had been wanting a Single Six, but as soon as I saw the Scout behind the counter at our local hardware store, the Single Six went out the window. The Ruger has always looked a bit like a pregnant guppy to my eye - and then there was that ugly flat loading gate! Can't say exactly what it is, but the Scout just is prettier than the Single Six. My school lunch allowance was 50 cents a day - I did not eat lunch for a while because every cent I could get went toward saving up for the Scout. After all of these years, my little Scout is still the one I pick up when I am going for a walkabout - except these days my excursions could more rightly be called "hobbleabouts". All of my grandkids live in non-free states, so unless one of them finds his way back to Texas or some other free state, I will just have them stuff that little Scout into the casket with me.

[@bobhamulak3646]

Will you adopt me?!

[@skylaneav8r902]

I have a Frontier Scout from the early ‘60s that has the black gutta-percha or rubber grips. It is so much fun. It’s also the gun that has hooked my son into Colt single actions.😎 My dad had a Ruger Single-Six he bought new in I think 1959 that he hooked me into shooting with. Sadly we lost him last year. My sister wanted it as she’s a ‘59 model also.☺️ It still has the old 3-screw action as Dad would never send it back despite all the “you’re gonna shoot your foot off” letters Ruger sent. Regarding Ruger’s reliability - I love Colt single actions. They are my all-time favorite gun by far. But if I were dropped into a hostile environment and had to choose only one weapon to take with me, it would be a Ruger single action. They are practically indestructible.

[@ShaDoWworldshadow]

Single six is my dream gun. Had pistols in Australia but can't be bothered jump through the hoops here in New Zealand. Shame as these hand guns are awesome

[@markmadsen6828]

I had a U.S. Firearms 22lr/22mag. What a beautiful piece.. It was made in the old Colt building. Unfortunately traded it for a hunting rifle for my Kido,, I sure wish I had thought that one through.. Now they are hard to find... The Ruger is a super-great value! Love them.. They just work..

[@edwoll]

Slamfire is one beautiful cat!

[@andreabrandberg8653]

Die Katze ist sehr fein, Herr Lehrer!

[@davidmcneil1550]

My first revolver was the single six with the mag cylinder. Longest barrel available. I use it as my small game sidearm for squirrels when bow hunting. Great with the adjustable rear sight.

[@semtux8615]

I wish i could get a revolver in my country

[@boydgrandy5769]

I had a Ruger single 6, with the magnum cylinder, that I left with my mom when I went into the Navy as a 19 year old in 1970. I loved it. Very accurate, pointed like magic and was so much fun to shoot. By 1980, the Ruger was gone, and no one knew what had happened to it. Damned shame, that. Maybe one day I'll run across it again, along with my pre-64 Winchester lever gun in 44 magnum. I dropped that off by the house while in transit from nuclear prototype in Idaho to NLON Sub base in 1972. That got loaned to one of my little brother's ex brothers in law, and was never seen again as well. LOL Guess I should have learned my lesson the first time....

[@jasonwikoff9562]

Sadly lost my Ruger too. Had it 37 years. Darn shame

[@southernbuck101georgia2]

Evenin,Sir. I realize your a Colt Guy.. But every revolver enthusiast in America should own at least one Single Six.

[@johnn8414]

Love my Stainless Ruger in .22/.22MAG. Fun, Accurate ole' girl. EVERYBODY loves shooting it. Thanks for this one...

[@sergionatali3071]

Another beautiful video! Tanks again Hickok45! Have a nice day!

[@danielpollard3969]

Don’t get me wrong,I like Colt and own quite a few, but Ruger is my favorite in revolvers. My father-in-law sold me my 1955 Ruger single six. It’s like mint and I’m the second owner he was the original. “LIFE IS GOOD” Your friend Dan from Jersey, “Defending the 2nd” 🗽🦅🇺🇸👍

[@YerZippersDown]

Is the cats name *actually* Slamfire?? 😂 that's amazing.

[@zuttoaragi8349]

I'm gonna say no, because at 1:36 he almost called the cat something else, which I'm assuming would be its real name.

[@sogosensei]

Slamfire is GORGEOUS

[@hickok45]

I agree; he's a pretty boy!

[@qzb2ymig]

Glad to see Slamfire. I was just musing the other day that I hadn't seem him in a while.

[@deniswauchope3788]

I've got a Ruger Single-Six made in 1973, it's a fine gun. Very accurate, fun to shoot. I'd sure like to get a Colt Frontier as well. The only Colts I have are a Colt Woodsman Series 1 that shoots like a dream, that one's from 1940, and a Colt Challenger from 1957. They're both really well made, and more accurate than I can ever hope to be!

[@GoodOlRoll]

This is officially my favorite video of yours because of the cat lol

[@rayadams2921]

i have a 1957 ruger with both cylinders and i love it

[@razieldrakis]

Always a good day when good ol' Slamfire comes out to play. 😸

[@jeffreyelliott622]

I bought about 10 years ago that Colt Frontier Scout aluminum alloy convertible 1967 and its sister Colt Peacemaker all steel construction convertible as well 1972 both near mint in the box !!!

[@zeber3732]

Thank You Hickok45!

[@ashleylecompte4358]

Slamfire said both hands when peting a kitty😉❤

[@planetwisconsin9901]

All the westerns on TV in the 50's no doubt! 🤠

[@OhioGentlemenArms]

Love the cowboy stuff. I grew up riding horses and watching westerns. I spent some time riding around Marshal of the Ohio territory.

[@mikebite229]

i have both...the colt is a q model made in 1958.....the ruger single six was made in 1969 it is a three screw....i enjoy shooting both....the only complaint i have about the colt is the take down screw to remove the base pin...both were pawn shop find...

[@clintondybala7684]

Mine is Lr. Only but truly accurate. I tried a lot of 22 revolvers but always go back to my old single six.

[@bmack1776]

I love the Single Six! The Ruger Bearcat is pretty cool too.

[@jeffreyelliott622]

The Ruger Bearcat in stainless is the one pistol I want to collect for it's close in design that of the Colt Frontier Scout which I do own vintage 1967 with it's matching .22Mag cylinder as well !!!

[@snakeplissken44]

I have a single 10. It's a work of art!

[@johneasley2377]

I have a single six convertible 1957. It was very leaded up barrel and would not group. I put a mixture of white vinegar and peroxide in the barrel and let it soak for 20 minutes. Totally different gun now. Long be it.

[@megatrends]

Ballistol fixed my sink water sprayer plunger. Helpful tip ... it's safe on rubber washer seals ...

[@law7dog]

Saw a three screw Ruger single six today with extra cylinder and box for $679 in perfect condition

[@Sandhill1988]

Mr. Hickok I've got the exact same Ruger single six. I absolutely love it, one of my all time favorites. I believe it was produced in the 50's. Just a great firearm from days gone by long long before computer controlled CNC's. Then I've got my pre serial number Sears & Robucks .22lr Ted Williams edition bolt action rifle, another beauty and another of my all time favorites. "Life is good" 😁

[@MrRugercat45]

That’s a nice fluffy butterball! Looks like a friendly and sweet buddy

[@hickok45]

Yes, he's my buddy, for sure. He spends way too much time in my lap.

[@comiketiger]

Great little pistol, the ruger. Love to own one. I've had no experience with the little colt. God bless all here.

[@jimwatkins5650]

I picked up a 50th anniversary single six a few years ago very nice

[@ilikejelloyay208]

I love my Single-Six Convertible. New model (2006 I think) Same color and grips as the one here, 6 1/2 barrel. Beautiful, accurate and great for plinking and training. 22 mags are fun.

[@markadams7597]

Great vid, Ty. Hope CZ will slap Colt back into reality. Love Ruger's Wrangler.

[@JeffTheKiller000]

i absolutely LOVE your cat. Wish I had a single action revolver of any sort :/

[@hickok45]

He's a great cat. He just now this morning interrupted by laptop work as he demanded to replace my laptop. He's such a lap cat, except he usually just hangs around for five or ten minutes and then head on to other endeavors. Unless, it's in the afternoon, which is when he's looking for a spot for his usual three-hour nap. :-)

[@badaboom6546]

After watching this video I knew I had to get my Stainless Steel Ruger single 10 out for some range time. I have been shooting my S&W 617 a lot (with the Speed Beez loading kit), but slowing down is in the works.

[@dishonchow]

Dear Mr hickock45, I didn't know that you love cats as much as I do

[@hickok45]

I have a couple of great cats. Slamfire is a real gem.

[@flaco5581]

I'm on my 3rd super single six. Love them. Just put a hundred rounds through mine today.

[@DDZZ55]

Once owned a new Super Single Six (1976), with both cylinders. Well 1977 came and soon Fall arrived........We had just bought a house in August, then I bought a brand new Buick station wagon in early October, and the Mrs had just found out that she was pregnant. I so wanted a new Colt Diamondback in 38spl, but it would take months to find all the cash to make that purchase. Yes, I sold My Ruger Super Single Six to My wife's brother, worked a couple week ends for overtime pay, meanwhile, I ordered my new Diamondback, and picked it up late in November 1977. Still have that Colt, but often wish that I still had the Super Single Six.......been thinking about buying another one before I'm pushing up flowers! ~DDZZ

[@thomasfox8027]

When Hickock leaves an un-shot 2 liter bottle it activates my OCD big time. Hahaha

[@357-swagnumultramagax9]

Yikes !

[@thomaszaccone3960]

I like the old original Colts and the modern Rugers dingle actions.

[@garyacker7388]

My first gun is the 22 Colt single action army that I got in 1962. I still have it with Rose Wood grips and I still have the original grips. I'll never sell it! I'll probably give it to my brother in law or my brother. I love that revolver, many adventures with it.

[@chrisgabbert658]

Both of my kids grandpa fixed them up with single sixes.

[@jonmortensen9990]

My dad had a Single Six. I liked it, but once I hit about 12 my pinky started hanging off the bottom of the grip. It's a 22 so wasn't like it was hard to hold onto, but a friend had the Ruger Bearcat .22 with a Bisley grip and it was much better. I seem to remember he didn't have a 22 WMR cylinder and also didn't have the adjustable rear sight that dad's Single Six had. Still would reach for his every time when we were out plinking.

[@jimmygreenspan8832]

Man I have a 9 shot .22 revolver with that same dang handle! It says "The Marshall" on it and it's my dad's old gun from the 70's. Looks like that handle got around a bit.

[@392HemiM59]

I used to have a silver plated single six, the holster, badge, and cowboy hat to go with it back in 1964. I did not appreciate it as much as I would today because then I was only five years old, and the gun was plastic. I did fire a hell of a lot of caps through it, though.

[@carloborromeo5595]

I still have my grandpa's SA Frontier Scout in WMRF and his Winchester 52c Sporter. Best of both world's for 22 ammo.

[@mikescott655]

I HAVE A COLT FRONTIER SCOUT MADE IN 66 ALSO A RUGER SINGLE 6 AND A RUGER BEARCAT AND THE FRONTIER SCOUT IS MY FAVORITE BY FAR IT JUST BALANCES BETTER THAN THE RUGERS AND SHOOTS BETTER FOR ME BUT LOVE THE RUGERS TOO

[@adoginacowboyhat8196]

“Today we will be reviewing Slam Five”

[@joshsgarage6515]

You should do a comparison of the frontier scout and the .22 peacemaker

[@DisHammerhand]

The Single Six price tag crept up over the years and now has a premium price tag. Ruger came out with the Wrangler because Heritage was eating their lunch in the budget 22 revolver market. A Wrangler is half again more expensive than Heritage but they seem built better. I own a few Wranglers including the convertible Super Wrangler. I did lately finally get my hands on a Single Ten. I would love to see you do an episode on the Super Wrangler.

[@jld1501]

I have the Ruger Super Wrangler. It’s so much fun!!

[@mr.faulkner724]

I have a '67 made Colt Frontier Scout and a Ruger Single Six and I agree with Hickok 45 that the Ruger feels more solid which helps when shooting it, but you can't hardly beat the sound of the C-O-L-T action.

[@keithhagler502]

When it comes to the .22, I just love the Ruger Bearcat.