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Cimarron Plinkerton VS Ruger Wrangler

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Cimarron Plinkerton

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87%

Critic Rating

2 Reviews

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80%

User Rating

2 Reviews

Ruger Wrangler

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85%

Critic Rating

34 Reviews

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100%

User Rating

4 Reviews

50 MOA

Accuracy

50 MOA

2.39 Yeets

Damage

0.61 Yeets

10-50 yards

Range

10-50 yards

N/A

Recoil Velocity

N/A

6 rounds

Capacity

N/A

1985

Mobility

1990

50

Ergonomics

66

50

Fit & Finish

66

50

Reliability

66

MSRP:

$144.56

Used Price:

$144.56

New Price:

$153.60

MSRP:

$152.99

Used Price:

$152.99

New Price:

$169.99

Gun Specifications

Specifications

Cimarron Plinkerton

Ruger Wrangler

Weight

34.3 oz

24 oz

Length

6.97"

6.97"

Action

Single

Single Action Only

Caliber

.22 WMR

22 Long Rifle

Capacity

6

Finish

Black

Black Cerakote

Gun Type

Revolver

Sights

Fixed

Grip

Black Rubber

Barrel Length

4.75"

4.62\"

Gun Stats

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Cimarron Plinkerton

Ruger Wrangler

Gun Descriptions

Cimarron Plinkerton

As with most of the Old West style revolvers, the Plinkerton is heavy. However, since it’s only a .22 that makes for one heck of a… well… plinker. It tips the scales at 2 1/4 pounds, and all of the weight is in front of the handgrip. That makes it a tad nose heavy but not so much that your hand is shaking after three or four rounds. The grips on the Plinkerton are a handsome light walnut and they really make the gun look sharp. They also feel good in the hand, as most wooden revolver grips do. This model is also available with checkered plastic grips but in this author’s opinion, plastic grips have no place on a Western style revolver. I would spring for the walnut, myself. The matte black barrel is 4 3/4 inches long, which is a great length for a .22 revolver. It slides into a holster or stows reasonably well, but still retains the inherent accuracy of the round. I think the gun looks great and feels nice in the hand. The Plinkerton also has another cool feature: an additional .22 Magnum cylinder. If you have no experience with .22 Magnums, they are fun. If you have, then you know what I’m talking about. There are folks out there who claim a .22 Magnum is even a decent defensive round, although there are just as many who disagree. They are a heck of a lot more powerful than a regular .22 round, I can tell you that. I’ve always liked guns with the ability to shoot multiple calibers or types. The .357 wheel gun comes to mind since they can also send .38 Special rounds down the barrel. There are also conversion kits available that allow 1911-style .45s to shoot .22 bullets. The Plinkerton is cool because not many wheel guns have the ability to shoot both LR and Mags.

Ruger Wrangler

 The Ruger Wrangler offers all the enjoyment of a traditional six-shooter in a "budget-friendly" 22 long rifle revolver. Featuring a cold hammer forged 4.62-inch precision-rifled barrel and tough Cerakote finish, the Wrangler will provide generations of service, whether as a camp gun, casual plinker, or maybe even a little friendly competition at the range. The Wrangler is available in three finishes; Black, Silver, and Burnt Bronze, and provides unparalleled security with both a transfer bar safety and loading gate interlock. The perfect revolver whether it is your first or your next.   Specifications:  Capacity: 6 Barrel Length: 4.62" Cylinder Frame Finish: Black Cerakote Cylinder Frame Material: Aluminum Alloy Overall Length: 10.25" Weight: 30 oz. Twist: 1:14" RH Grooves: 6 Blade front and integral notch rear sights.  Chambered for affordable .22LR ammunition Transfer bar mechanism and loading gate interlock provide an unparalleled measure of security against accidental discharge.  Cold hammer-forged barrel results in ultra-precise rifling that provides exceptional accuracy and longevity.   Cerakote finish provides rugged reliability in all environments.  Checkered synthetic grips on a Single-Six pattern grip frame. 

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