Need recommendations on a cheap single-action revolver?

[UnderwaterMike]

I'm currently finishing the NRA Pistol Instructor cert and find myself in need of a single-action revolver (which, outside of the handling practical, I have never seen in person in my life) so that I can actually teach the course. Any recommendations on (1) make and model of a REALLY CHEAP but safe and reliable single-action that I can get for $100-$125, and (2) source for same? As I said, I don't have more than a passing acquaintance with even the most popular names in the category, so I wouldn't know a good deal if the hammer bit my thumb.

Note that because this gun is going to be used for teaching only -- I already have enough guns for which I can't afford ammo -- it doesn't need to be new or in like-new condition. Used but safe and mechanically sound is fine by me. I just need to know good, reliable names other than Ruger, and potential sources besides GunBroker. Also, I know the 22s may be cheaper, but slightly larger calibers might be easier for students to load and unload.

Thanks.

[dmharvey]

I'm not sure if you'll find any in the $100-$125 range but EAA and Rossi seem to make decent pistols at a reasonable price. I have an EAA .357 MAG with a 4" barrel that I like a lot and I have a Rossi slug gun that I've been very impressed with after several deer seasons.

[BertMacklin]

You could try a Chiappa SAA. Only in 22. LR and nothing fancy but new/used under $200. Anything larger, except for heavily used relics, is going to run double or more you budget. Not much of a market for cheap Single actions, the buyers looking for something pretty I imagine. Could go with a black powder knockoff but I imagine that's not the direction your trying to take being an instructor and all. NAA makes primarily single actions as well, $200+, but all are very small 22.'s.

[SHMIV]

Look into the Heritage Rough Rider. The .22 seems to be the most popular RR, but they are made in larger calibers.

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[Kreutz]

Look into the Heritage Rough Rider. The .22 seems to be the most popular RR, but they are made in larger calibers.

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Gander has them on sale now for $179.00; if my credit cards werent maxed out due to the home renovation from hell (is there any other kind?) I'd have bought one.

They're definitely mantle-worthy and have good reviews performance wise.

[TScottW99]

Heritage is what I would suggest. Buds Gun Shop has several in stock with free shipping. $162 cash price for .22lr with a 4 3/4 barrel http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/prod ... %22+Barrel

Here is their whole Heritage Catalog... http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/inde ... /Heritage/

[SHMIV]

The Rough Rider .22, incidentally, comes with a cylinder for .22 mag.

I had one, before the tragic boating accident, and was happy with it. Shame they can't swim.

Based on my experience with the .22, I would expect that I would be happy with the larger calibers.

I've read about folks that get them for a truck gun, and they get tossed into tool boxes, or behind seats, and are generally abused, and still perform as needed.

@Kreutz: pick up a used one. Given your apparent affinity for historical looking things, as well as your appreciation of things that don't cost much, I believe that you would enjoy it. "Rough Rider" is kind of a cheesy sounding name, but it pays tribute to Teddy Roosevelt and his crew. I hear ya on that renovation, btw. I'm in the middle of one, myself. Bought a littlecottage nearly a year ago, aain't spent a single night in it.

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[dmharvey]

Heritage RR22MB9AS Rough Rider 22LR/22 Mag 9" 6rd Cocobolo Wood Grip Blue
$278.25 shipped

http://www.firearmsforsale.com/heritage ... grip-blue/