Wouldn't this work? RUGER, are you listening?
Okay, we all know the fabulous piece called Ruger's Single-Six Convertible...a .22 LR caliber revolver with an interchangeable .22 Mag. cylinder.
Since the .17 HMR is based on the .22 Mag. cartridge and the .17 Hm2 is based on the .22 LR, couldn't they also make a .17 hm2/HMR convertible just as easily?
If so, what's holding them up? If not, I'll crawl back in my hole and wait until someone else does it anyway. [8D]
Since the .17 HMR is based on the .22 Mag. cartridge and the .17 Hm2 is based on the .22 LR, couldn't they also make a .17 hm2/HMR convertible just as easily?
If so, what's holding them up? If not, I'll crawl back in my hole and wait until someone else does it anyway. [8D]
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Yeah, I think you are right this could be done.
I don't know if there is enough market to support this type of handgun, but it should be possible.
Regards,
Heavyiron[8D]
"If I don't see you nomore on this world, I'll meet you on the next one, and don't be late!" - Jimi Hendrix0 -
Thanks for the confirmation, HI. [:D]
I have a Single-Six .22LR/WMR and I would NOT part with it. I also traded for a Taurus Tracker in .17 HMR. The gun is okay but it's NOT a Ruger. [:(]
I like the cartridge and have read good things about the newer .17hm2 but if offered the opportunity at a RUGER quality gun in a .17 convertible configuration, I'd be on it like a chicken on a june bug. [^]0 -
Just give them a little time.
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A skilled machineist could make conversion cylinders and probably make a pretty penny selling them. Kind of like cartridge conversion cylinders for revolvers that were originally percussion.
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Ruger is always very SLOW to come out with new things, I think they kind of sit back and wait to see which way the wind is blowing before making a committment.....kind of like John Kerry!
Chris8161
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They already make the MarkII in .17,it won't be long before they come out with the Single-Six. 0 -
quote:Originally posted by rimfire72
They already make the MarkII in .17,it won't be long before they come out with the Single-Six.
Technically, Rim, they have introduced plans to release a Mark III sometime "later in 2004." It's in the .17 hm2 and I've already got an itch for one of them. Just wish someone could light a fire under RUGER to move more quickly. Depending on this election, good factory firearms may not be available for very long. [:(]
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they already have the Single Six out in 17HMR , all they would need to do is make a cyl. for it in the new 17hm2
http://www.gunbroker.com/auction/ViewItem.asp?Item=249600310 -
Yes, again. Ruger is very slow.
Ruger does not make a .17HMR or .17HM2 in for their semi-auto rifle of 10/22 styling even though there is more than one barrel manufacturer that makes replacement barrels. They are very behind the curve and losing business.
I got tired of waiting for them so I purchased a 10/22 magnum. I bought a Jarvis .17HMR aftermarket target factory contour barrel and put it on the rifle with 3x9-42 scope. I also did a trigger job, bolt buffer, extra power extractor spring and claw. The rig can really shoot well.
I am now ready to buy a .17M2 semi-auto from Ruger but again they don't make one. I notices the last Cabela's catalog advertised a new Green Mountain .17M2 factory contoured replacement barrel for $100.00. I guess I will buy one and drop it in rather than waiting again. Anyway its cheaper to have two rifles with 4 barrels than 4 rifles. More flexible that way.
Here are some pixs.
Just my thoughts.
Regards,
Heavyiron
"If I don't see you nomore on this world, I'll meet you on the next one, and don't be late!" - Jimi Hendrix0 -
I'm impressed, HI, too bad though that I'm not as crafty as you when it comes to smithing. Maybe I need to sign up for one of those mail-order gunsmith courses. May have to build my own firearms if this election goes left, huh? [V]
And you're right, gsky, it wouldn't be much of a step for RUGER to fulfill my desire. So what's keeping'em? [?]
BTW, just got my newest copy of Shooting Times today and in the Christmas "Wish List" section, someone else echoed my wish about the convertible. Maybe RUGER folks read magazines if not internet blog. [8D]0 -
Ramtinxxl,
Thanks, but I am a mechanical moron and should never be compared with a gunsmith.
All these parts are drop-in which makes the task very easy even for me.
Heavyiron[8D]
"If I don't see you nomore on this world, I'll meet you on the next one, and don't be late!" - Jimi Hendrix0
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