Greetings!
I’m looking into purchasing a small traditional single action revolver, I’d like to buy something that could be handed down someday. Right now I’m looking at some of the offerings from ruger, either a new bearcat in .22, or the vaquero in .357 mag (I’d shoot .38 special out of it). Another consideration for me is stainless vs blued carbon steel, I would like this firearm to last as long as possible, so any pointer as to what causes guns to wear out faster would be appreciated, thank you.[/Q
You asked for advice, here is mine.
1. Ruger Single Six in 22lr with a 5.5 barrel with the extra cylinder in 22 mag. SS is 1st choice over the blued.
2. Ruger Blackhawk in 357 magnum. with a 6in barrel. SS as 1st choice over blued. shoots 38 special as well.
These will last many life times and will be good for passing on when your time comes to cross over.
And on a personal note. I would buy these from the late 70's to early 90's. Just my belief these are better guns of the Ruger era.