Ruger New Bearcat Lipsey’s Shopkeeper #00918 #SBCBH-3 .22 LR Revolver, 2017

SOLD FOR: $1225

LSB#: 210317RG03

Make: Ruger

Model: New Bearcat (Model #00918, Catalog #SBCBH-3)

Serial Number: 95-12255

Year of Manufacture: 2017 (Ruger Serial Number Lookup)

Caliber: .22 Long Rifle

Action Type: Single-Action Side-Gate Loaded Revolver

Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked “STURM, RUGER & CO. INC. / NEWPORT, NH”, Ruger’s Phoenix emblem logo, “®”, “.22 / CAL”, and “—READ INSTRUCTION MANUAL—”. The left side of the frame under the cylinder is marked “RUGER NEW BEARCAT®”. The right side of the frame under the cylinder is marked with the serial number “95-12255”. Both grip panels feature the Ruger Phoenix emblem logo at the top.

Barrel Length: 3 1/2”

Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade fixed to the barrel. The rear sight is a square notch that is integral to the topstrap.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are two-piece smooth wood panels attached to the bird’s-head grip frame with an escutcheon. There is light handling wear, but otherwise the grips are free of any notable wear or damage. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the attached grips rate in Excellent condition.

Type of Finish: Blued

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion.

Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 97% of its metal finish. There are light handling marks, a few minor nicks on the left side of the muzzle outside the crown, a tiny spot of finish loss on the left side of the recoil shield, and some light scuffs in the cylinder stops. The cylinder shows a faint “Ruger Ring” turn line not through the finish. The screws are sharp with strong slots, and all markings are clear. Overall, this revolver rates in Fine-plus condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The cylinder locks with only minor play on each chamber. We did not fire this handgun. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This single-action revolver includes a serial-matching gray plastic Ruger factory snap-case, a lock with keys, a cleaning rag, and assorted factory paperwork including the manual. The snap-case shows only minor handling wear and rates in Fine condition. The soft case shows minor handling marks, and rates in Fine condition.

Ruger New Bearcat Lipsey's Shopkeeper #00918 #SBCBH-3 .22 LR Revolver, 2017
Ruger New Bearcat Lipsey’s Shopkeeper #00918 #SBCBH-3 .22 LR Revolver, 2017