If the Ruger Security Six was in production and basically a good revolver, why did Ruger end production? It is a strong machine. I hear, though strong, it is not the double action revolver S&W can make, could make.
The GP-100 had to have lots of cost to bring it to market, R&D, set-up the production line and work the bugs out.
I wonder if Ruger's newer DA revolver production has exceeded all the old Security Six revolvers made and was it a smart choice?
BTW- I am contemplating getting a Ruger Security Six for my 21 year old son who wants a handgun for camping and fishing next summer. It will be his first handgun of his own. He has been shooting mine since he was big enough to hold one. My ROA, camping was a big fun deal for him. He is 6' 3" now but here is a picture of him getting the feel of a friends repeater.