Ruger Single-Six vs Smith & Wesson J-Frame

Side-by-side technical comparison

Ruger Single-Six

HandgunsIn production

Smith & Wesson J-Frame

Smith & Wesson J-Frame

HandgunsIn production

Overview

Spec

Ruger Single-Six

Smith & Wesson J-Frame

Manufacturer

Sturm, Ruger & Company

Country

Production

1953–present

1950–present

Units produced

Over 2,000,000

Millions

Specifications

Spec

Ruger Single-Six

Smith & Wesson J-Frame

Overall length

257 mm

150–165 mm

Barrel length

139 mm (convertible model)

51–76 mm

Weight

1.05 kg

400–600 g

Magazine capacity

6 rounds

5-round cylinder

Action type

Single-action revolver

revolver

Trigger type

Single-action

DA/SA or DAO

Sights

Adjustable rear (Super Single-Six) or fixed

Fixed

Calibers

Ruger Single-Six

.22 Long Rifle .22 WMR

Smith & Wesson J-Frame

.22 Long Rifle .357 Magnum .38 Special

Ruger Single-Six Smith & Wesson J-Frame

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