The Ruger Bearcat Shopkeeper is a compact single-action revolver chambered in .22 LR, built for target shooting, small game hunting, and casual carry. The combination of a 3.5-inch barrel and 22-ounce weight makes it easy to handle without giving up much in the way of accuracy.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Ruger
- Model: Bearcat Shopkeeper
- Type: Revolver
- Caliber: .22 LR
- Barrel Length: 3.5 inches
- Total Length: 8.5 inches
- Capacity: 6 rounds
- Weight: 22 ounces (1.375 pounds)
- Frame Material: Alloy Steel
- Barrel Material: Cold Hammer-Forged Steel
- Finish Per Color: Blued
- Grip Material: Hardwood Stained, Polished
- Action Type: Single Action
- Safety Features: Transfer Bar
Detailed Features
The single-action design requires manually cocking the hammer before each shot, which produces a crisp, consistent trigger pull. The transfer bar safety prevents the firing pin from striking unless the trigger is fully depressed with the hammer down, so the gun can be carried with all six chambers loaded without needing an empty chamber under the hammer.
At 3.5 inches the barrel is short enough to pack easily but still gives adequate sight radius for plinking and small game work. The polished hardwood grips feel good in the hand and add to the classic look Ruger built this gun around.
Usage
The .22 LR caliber keeps recoil negligible, which makes the Bearcat Shopkeeper a natural choice for new shooters working on fundamentals or for anyone who wants a light, low-maintenance revolver for field carry. Its six-round capacity is the same as any other small-frame revolver in this class.