Testing the Ruger SP101 .22 Revolver ~ Some surprises!

Published on March 23, 2024
Duration: 33:11

This video provides a detailed review and ballistic testing of the Ruger SP101 .22 LR revolver. The presenter, recovering from knee surgery, meticulously tests various ammunition types at 50 feet, analyzing velocity, accuracy, and overall performance. Key findings include the revolver's impressive accuracy out-of-the-box, the surprising performance of CCI Shorts, and the instability of CCI CB Longs in this platform.

Quick Summary

The Ruger SP101 .22 LR revolver is a compact and accurate firearm, featuring a 4.2-inch stainless steel barrel and adjustable sights. Testing revealed impressive out-of-the-box accuracy with various ammunition types, including CCI Mini-Mags and CCI Quiets, which produced tight groups at 50 feet. The firearm is safe to dry fire, according to Ruger's recommendations.

Chapters

  1. 00:01Introduction & Knee Surgery Update
  2. 01:41Introducing the Ruger SP101 .22 LR Revolver
  3. 02:31Ruger SP101 Features & Build
  4. 03:37Trigger Pull Analysis (Double & Single Action)
  5. 05:05Dry Firing the SP101 .22 LR
  6. 06:1050-Foot Shooting Range Setup
  7. 07:20Testing CCI Mini-Mag .22 LR
  8. 10:04Testing CCI Segmented .22 LR
  9. 13:20Testing CCI Short .22 LR
  10. 17:26Testing CCI CB Long .22 LR
  11. 20:19Testing CCI Quiet .22 LR
  12. 22:29Ballistics Results: CCI Mini-Mag
  13. 24:02Ballistics Results: CCI Segmented
  14. 26:04Ballistics Results: CCI Short
  15. 28:05Ballistics Results: CCI CB Long
  16. 29:45Ballistics Results: CCI Quiet
  17. 31:23Overall Impressions & Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Ruger SP101 .22 LR revolver?

The Ruger SP101 .22 LR features a 4.2-inch stainless steel barrel, comfortable rubber grips with wood inserts, and a robust construction. It boasts a fully adjustable rear sight and a bright green fiber optic front sight for excellent target acquisition.

Can you dry fire the Ruger SP101 .22 LR without causing damage?

Yes, Ruger explicitly states in the owner's manual that their .22 LR firearms, including the SP101, can be dry-fired without harming the cylinder, firing pin, or other internal components.

How accurate is the Ruger SP101 .22 LR at 50 feet?

The Ruger SP101 .22 LR demonstrates impressive accuracy out-of-the-box. Even with an unfired firearm, tested ammunition like CCI Mini-Mags and CCI Quiets produced tight groups, suggesting excellent potential for precision shooting.

Which ammunition performed best in the Ruger SP101 .22 LR test?

The CCI Quiet ammunition yielded surprisingly excellent results, with tight groups and good velocity. CCI Shorts also performed exceptionally well, delivering velocities close to advertised and tight accuracy, making them a strong contender for plinking.

What were the main issues encountered during the ammunition testing?

The primary issue was with CCI CB Longs, which showed significant instability, keyholing, and elliptical bullet holes, indicating the rifling twist rate was not suitable for that ammunition. Other loads performed well with varying degrees of accuracy and velocity.

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