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helitack32f1
10-27-2011, 09:53 PM
Just curious if anyone here has experience with the original Ruger SP 101 in .22. The LGS has a very nice example for $450. I can'r go in there without handling it, it is a fine feeling firearm. What warning signs should someone look for in a used revolver like this? Thanks in advance.
creophus
10-28-2011, 05:44 AM
I'm guessing the SP101 in 22lr couldn't be more rock solid. That thing is overbuilt for the 357 mag, so with the 22lr it's just overkill.

Never heard of a bad SP101.
helitack32f1
10-29-2011, 12:27 PM
I have never really been a revolver person but I do love the SP101, in all it's forms. If this gun comes down in price or sticks around for awhile, I may have to jump on it. It is better looking IMO than the new one Ruger is putting out because this one has the full length barrel shroud, but I think it is only a six shooter while the new one holds 8.
BoltNut
10-31-2011, 12:28 PM
...Never heard of a bad SP101...
Agreed...offer a lower CASH price and see if they bite.
helitack32f1
11-09-2011, 10:40 PM
Went and visited the SP 101 today. I don't have the money to offer anything right now so I am kinda hoping it sits there for awhile. It is on consignment so maybe eventually he will accept a lower offer. Beautiful little gun.
creekwalker
11-10-2011, 11:49 AM
I had a chance to handle and dry fire a Ruger SP101 and was disappointed by the terrible trigger pull and gritty action. This was not what I’m used to seeing with SP101’s so I was very surprised. I fully intend to purchase an SP101 22LR in a few months but will plan on buying a Wolff spring kit for it.
helitack32f1
11-10-2011, 06:48 PM
I had a chance to handle and dry fire a Ruger SP101 and was disappointed by the terrible trigger pull and gritty action. This was not what I’m used to seeing with SP101’s so I was very surprised. I fully intend to purchase an SP101 22LR in a few months but will plan on buying a Wolff spring kit for it.

Was this the new Sp101 .22 or the old one?
The one I am lusting over is the older one and it seems to have a nice trigger. Not sure if it has been modified
creekwalker
11-11-2011, 09:35 AM
Brand new, less than a month after they hit the market, nothing that couldn't be cleaned up just not a good trigger pull.
BoltNut
11-14-2011, 11:41 AM
One of us posted an amazing trigger job done on his SP101 on here a few years ago...blow-up pics and step-by-step instructions. Mine is sweet as is, but I'm still tempted to try that instruction one day.