A couple weeks later he had a perfect 99 with dust cover, aircraft sights and monopod.
You've come to the right place here at Gunbroker.com we have thousands of guns for sale at any given moment, and our auctions update frequently. I wasnt particularly motivated to determine 15 or 25-yard accuracy, because thats not what these guns are about. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Especially on materials and action details.
Also they sent me a 357mag instead of my 45lc back stating it was discontinued. I hope to have a positive impact. I used a mix of various makers 40 grain RNL loads to test the wheel gun. Required fields are marked *. I filled a bucket, from the family recycle bin, and headed for the woods. Her cats couldnt get a mouthful of food without fat ass raccoon eating all their food. Had I read the instructions, I would have learned about the spring and how it would launch the pivot pin if you werent careful.
The .22 Magnum cylinder offers a crackerjack option for larger pests.
Be sure to look for the corresponding ammo you may need for your new purchase or a new gun case for transporting it. The single action trigger pull breaks at a very clean, crisp four pounds. Its ok to have five 22lr handguns right? Just buy a Ruger, you will be happier. Hiked many a mountain trail with that one on my belt. COPYRIGHT 2021, THETRUTHABOUTGUNS.COM. Definitely worth more than the nine shot, swing-out/interchangeable cylinder, double action Heritage, if reminder right, taurus purchased both diamondback and heritage a while backheritage, chiappa, taurus, armscor, and a few others have some with more than 6 shots, and some are all steel.
And while not designed for competitive target shooting it is accurate enough to hit whatever Ive aimed at. Ive got those categories covered with guns that work fine, so adding another to the rotation doesnt get me all that excited. Colts Rugers and Heritage RRs. I would get a Diamondback AR or variant, With the record Diamondbacks have in handguns Id wait n see how they hold up., Well, its a zinc-alloy, not steel as the High Standard 9s were back in the day, so caution is prudent. 's blog. The followings are the top 5 cleaning kits we recommend. I do enjoy the old version of this sort of rimfire revolver from the venerable brand names of my youth, but more detail is needed for me to consider buying a new one. It will probably also remind many of the old H&R 929 Sidekick. Details can be found in our, budsgunshop.com/search.php/q/ruger+wrangler. One fancy user of this machine must be concerned about this. 9rds would be nice. Diamondback Semi Auto Rifle, Diamondback DB15 5.56NATO 10" DB1956K001 Diamondback DB15 Diamondback DB15, Diamondback DB15 300ACC DB1719B061 Diamondback DB15 Diamondback DB15 DB15, Diamondback DB15 5.56 FDE DB1731K061 Diamondback DB15 Diamondback DB15 NIB, Diamondback DB DB15 AR-15 5.56 NATO DB-15 AR15 223 AR 556 NATO, Diamondback DB10 6.5 Creedmoor 20" DB1033M001 Diamondback DB10 Diamondback, Colt Diamondback .22 LR - 99% FACTORY ORIGINAL, 4 BARREL, 1969, Diamondback DB15 300 Blackout DB1718B001Diamondback DB15 Diamondback DB15, Diamondback Firearms Handguard 12 M-lok Black, Diamondback SideKick .22 lr 22 Mag Magnum NIB Sidekick 22LR 22Mag Sidekick, Diamondback Db15 5.56 NATO 16` Barrel 30+1 DB15DB Diamondback Db15 556 NATO. It looked easy. You pays your money and takes your choice. Taking feedback from customers, Diamondback Firearms has offered its weapons in a variety of finishes and sizes. Guess Im in the market for one of these after all. Unfortunately you never know when itll actually fire. Does this revolver have a star-type ejector which kicks out all cartridge/cases at once, or is it one-at-a-time like a classic SA revolver? Any idea when this revolver will be in ? It launched when I wasnt looking. I imagine that that means that you get an extra week of them doing nothing with weapons in the service department this time of year. Bradford, unfortunately Buds does not have or provide eta's for firearms. The next day, I went to the range to create holes in paper targets and shoot the Sidekick alongside my trusted Double-Nine. I had to use a punch and mallet for each chamber. He screwed me on that one- $20. Is the barrel threaded and are the sights suppressor height? Those days before the internet were something well never see again.
The gun is black-anodized aluminum with black checkered grips. When trying to put in the other cylinder, I found myself turning to the instructions. The heftier feel, to me, indicates its built with stronger materials. Your discussions, feedback and comments are welcome here as long as they are relevant and insightful. The Sidekick isn't the first time that Diamondback has stretched its legs into new territory.
Diamondback DBSK22LMB Sidekick 22 LR,22 Mag 9rd 4.50? The message on the machine today said they are vacationing until the 27th. But they dont have all the features of the Sidekick. Designed to look like a traditional single action or cowboy gun with its plow handle grip and large trigger spur, the Double Nine was a double action revolver with a swing out cylinder. Suggesting that gunm is similar to a High Standard double nine is an insult to High Standard. As a proud (/s) owner of a DB380 won in a raffle, I agree.
Tell us how ya REALLY feel! I want one too, even though I may already have an NEF R92 (9 shot DA 22), a Heritage Rough Rider, a Ruger SR22, and a Mark III 22/45.
The Sidekicks single-action trigger breaks at 3 pounds, while the trigger on the Double-Nine is a little over 4 pounds. If you don't see exactly what you're looking for today be sure to check back later! So- I take it the frame is either plastic or some form of pot metal? Accuracy* * * * * The Diamondback Sidekick also has counter-bored cylinder chambers which allow the gun to be dry fired without injury to the cylinders or the firing pin. if i had known you thought that too many .22s was a thing id have hesitated. My first revolver was an H&R 649, a convertible six shot for LR or WMR ammo. The cylinder release doubles as the ejector rod. 10 rounds of mini mags, Are you sure you hit it? I traded it rather than try to fix it but I moved on to other guns and I wished the new Heritage models would have added a windage adjustable rear blade like the High Standard. Home Firearms Handguns Diamondback Sidekick .22 LR Revolver Perfect Companion for Fun. For the price and compared to the Ruger Wrangler and Heritage Rough Rider the Sidekick is quite accurate.
Shooting the shorts is almost like shooting a gun with a silencer; theyre so quiet. Love it. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. My father in law found a double nine in a pawn shop locality in good shape no box, man hes lucky, Any news about possible making a speed loader for the the above gun (22 sidekick 9shot revolver), i had a high standard double 9 as a kid, it was my favorite pistol to shoot very accurate, unfortunately i lost it i have been looking for a reasonable priced replacement for many years, this is a pistol i will be buying i cant wait. Adam said most of the folks at Diamondback had grown up spending time with their families shooting and that much of the shooting had been done with rimfire guns. i should get around to that. I know without a doubt, the Sidekick will be the one I pick up most often to go shooting just for fun.
The sights are well regulated for the six oclock hold at ten yards. Safe to carry it at some mid-cock position with all chambers loaded? Modern manufacturing has given us an improved .22 revolver with much to recommend it. It eventually would not lock up tightly which caused leading, cylinder lock and accuracy issues. I dont see an optics mounting plate or a flashlight rail. The Ruger, however, doesnt have a .22 Magnum option. On one trip I bought a last ditch for $10, told Blinky I was going to make a floor lamp out of it. The only problem you may have in terms of reliability with this gun will be due to the rimfire ammo that goes into it. Nice article, and I can share in the excitement. How about how it papers from a firm rest? That said, it would a good starter gun for a new shooter. This is more like, I dunno, Armour Treet. More often than not you will receive multiple answers to your question in minutes. A gun owner must need a tool is a pistol cleaning kit which he should regularly use to clean out his old or new felicitated pistols or revolver. What is it made of? It was immensely popular and missed by old time shooters. The double action trigger is pleasant enough to make for good double action training.
Depress the shaft again and snap the other cylinder in place. id have a hi- standard for sure. Im assuming that since this is DA it has a transfer bar or similar mechanism and is safe to carry with all chambers loaded? We've put together a brief summary of Diamondback firearms because we believe that informed buyers are happier buyers. I own several obsolete guns, and the only thing wrong with those guns is that they are no longer made. Introducing the very interesting DBX-57 large-format pistol last year, the company has also recently announced inroads to the M1911 and knife market as well. Then, life bestowed upon me something very special in the form of an invite to a writers conference in which Diamondback was one of the presenters. They say service time is generally 4-6 weeks. The Diamondback Sidekick may be a clone, but it stands strong on its own merits. If you love to wear action movies and games outfits so must check the top 5 superb Cosplay Jackets which gives you a killer and stunning look on this cosplay festival. A simple groove in the top strap and a post front sight may not makes for gilt edged accuracy, but the sights are properly regulated for 40 grain loads. At an affordable price, Diamondback rifles are considered a reliable option at a good value. Asking for a friend, I have purchased 4, 2 to shoot, 2 to keep, when I was young we had the high standard double nine, not sure where in the family it has gone now, I hope the sidekick fills its shoes. The question then becomes, are those difference worth the extra outlay for the Diamondback revolver. This Diamondback could be interesting, but need more info.
I share the fond memories of a .22 revolver for hiking, plinking and challenging myself shooting rabbits or vermin in the hay pile. Then, I switched cylinders and shot another couple hundred rounds from each gun. Stay in the know. The only reason I get tired of that kind of shooting is because Im old and I get tired doing anything. Number of Rounds For Sale Per Quantity 1: Black Powder Pistols & Muzzleloader Pistols, Black Powder Rifles & Muzzleloader Rifles, Muzzleloader Supplies & Black Powder Parts, Class 3 Firearms, NFA & Destructive Devices, All Class 3 Firearms, NFA & Destructive Devices, Gun Cleaning Kits & Gun Cleaning Supplies, Diamondback DB9 9MM 3" Barrel /6+1/ Diamondback DB9 9MM Diamondback, DIAMONDBACK SIDEKICK 22LR 22 Mag DIAMONDBACK SIDEKICK 9 SHOT DIAMONDBACK 22, Diamondback Sidekick 22 LR/22 Mag 4.5" Barrel 9RD Capacity Diamondback, Diamondback DB15 5.56 NATO 16" Barrel /30+1/ Diamondback DB15 5.56, AR-15 Diamondback Firearms DB15 223 Wylde 223/5.56 Semi-Automatic Rifle, Diamondback DB15MZ 5.56 NATO/223 Rem Diamondback Semi Auto Rifle, Diamondback DB15 5.56 DB15DSB Diamondback DB15 Diamondback DB15 Diamondback, Diamondback DB15 5.56mm NATO 223 Rem. The traditional plow handled grip with GFN checkered scales fits most hands well. You have entered an incorrect email address! Couple weeks later he had another, told me I could have a matching set of floor lamps for another $10. Caliber: .22 LR/.22 Mag convertible the rough rider i purchased came built in all steeli am also leery of their 9 shot if not steelits to bad the descriptions provided no longer mention the material used in the frame i have only seen the total weight of the item. I started my session by shooting 90 rounds of .22 Magnum using two different brands Remington and CCI Maxi Mag. Dubbed the Sidekick, no doubt because, while it has "cowboy gun" aesthetics, the revolver uses a swing-out cylinder.
We dont want that fifth rifle to be lonely. Now lets get to the point, there are several brands in the market offering various cleaning kits which may or may not be able to satisfy or nourish your pistol/ gun using experience. We want you, our readers, to be able to make informed decisions. They wont hit retailers until next week, but I think Diamondback has a winner in this revolver. The last few years have seen the introduction of a number of interesting .22 caliber revolvers. Now that youve read our brief overview of Diamondback Firearms you can head to our auction pages to find your own Diamondback semi-automatic pistols and rifles. Ooh, and that bastard shoots *extremely* high. Well, they sure did not too many years ago. Its a fun gun that will take game and guard the homestead quite well and its very high on the fun-to-shoot scale. As a whole our 4+ million customer's know more about firearms than we do. Overall Weight: 32.5 ounces The Sidekick has those features, too. It lasted about 6 years of heavy use and even though I didnt have a speed loader I shot many rounds through that gun constantly growing up. This might as well as be as unreliable as a Walther. I was by myself on this outing, but had I been with sons and grandsons, wed have come up with some competitive scenarios to make it even more fun. Id say Diamondback has met its objective. The Sidekick never failed to crack off 240 .22 Long Rifle cartridges and 27 .22 Magnum. Im betting at an MSRP of only $320, youre going to want a Sidekick for your own shooting pleasure. American college papers take many forms, such as research papers, case studies, literature reviews and so on. I may or may not already have five .22lr rifles to go with them. Take a moment to read up on the history of the company and its products before you start shopping. I thought about aluminum drink cans.
Any promises I might have made to not buy any more guns this year was hereby null and void. Damn, Ive did a lot of coon hunting, never did take ten rounds. There are less expensive similar guns that are also fine for plinking and taking small game. It was so easy, I should have but didnt read the instructions ahead of time. Very afraid. THANKS Diamondback for realizing that an obsolete design can be updated with new manufacturing technology, and can even be better than the original. Had I been in the field when first attempting this cylinder swap, Id have found myself with a functionless firearm through no fault of the gun or the manufacturer just my own propensity to do stuff without first reading the directions.
More options are good and may encourage some company to bring back more fun nostalgia guns. The Double-Nine is a pretty unique .22 revolver in that it looks like a single-action cowboy gun but has a swing out cylinder for loading, and a double-action trigger system that allows it to be used like a single or double-action. I also have had trouble w/Tarsus on sending back a Heritage 45LC that locked up on the 2nd shot. When it comes to competition, the Florida gun maker's first revolver is set to take on the wildly popular Ruger Wrangler series, another alloy-framed Cerakote wheel gun with polymer grips that runs at roughly the same price point. Soda cans and milk jugs should be afraid. The double action revolver may be fired double action with a simple pull of the trigger or in single action by cocking the hammer and applying a light trigger press. As they say lifes better with a sidekick. i voted for ya. Since neither gun has target sights, the biggest challenge I faced was tilting my head at the right angle for my progressive trifocals to allow me to focus on the front sight. Hows the chamber to barrel/forcing cone fit? Overall* * * * * Mr. Hayes said it all. Maybe a bit confusing with a swing out cylinder plus an ejector rod. I hate cerakote. Knew a gentleman for many years who, as a BSA leader and when on SAR team missions in our local mountains, always carried a High Standard .22 revolver on his belt. The latest entrant in the affordable .22 revolver race is slightly more expensive, but this one is a double action revolver with an interchangeable swing out cylinder. Different types of papers have specific writing methods and all need to be developed in different structures according to the requirements of the school. I knew the north side pawn dealers very well because in the pre-internet days I could buy musical instruments from them for pennies on the dollar to give to my ghetto band kids to use. Load, close the cylinder, and you are ready to fire. Established in 2009, Diamondback firearms are known for the excellence of their pistols and rifles as well as their customer service. The Diamondback Sidekick was announced in August. Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy. Crazy. Both will ship with the revolver. When you wanted protection, but didnt want a center fire with its greater expense and recoil, the High Standard Double Nine was a popular choice. thanks for reminding me of my desire for a super pratic (what the hell does that even mean?) alfa proj is on my radar as well. Although the Sidekick has a shorter barrel 4.5 inches compared to the Double-Nines 5.5-inch barrel at 2 pounds, it slightly outweighs the Double-Nine. The north side shops were the lowest of the low, pretty much end of the line for a loan. I cant say I recommend the company. 5 best pistol cleaning kits of 2022, https://www.retrohow.com/5-best-pistol-cleaning-kit-of-2022-reviews-and-buying-guide. He was the original buyer and had been carrying it from the early days of the model. Five Remington Thunderbolts produced a 2.0-inch group at 15 yards. When I opened the box, it seemed like a jump back in time to the day I walked into a hardware store in Oxford, Mississippi, plunked $52.50 down on the counter and walked out with my first-ever revolver a Hi Standard Double-Nine .22 revolver. Diamondback built the Sidekick with swing out cylinders in both .22 LR and .22 Magnum, but it is definitely a sho nuff cowboy gun to look at and handle. How can it be any fun without those options? Dude, this isnt even proper Spam. The alloy-framed revolver weighs in at 32.5 ounces and has an overall length of 9.875 inches. There are many rimfire revolvers currently in production, but none fit the bill of the quintessential plinking rimfire revolver as closely as the Hi Standard Double-Nine. The first gun I ever fired, back in the lets say 50s, I believe may have been a Ruger Bearcat, single action, which resulted in a life long love for cowboy guns. The Shooter's Log, is to provide informationnot opinionsto our customers and the shooting community. Obviously sold it off since then. I will say that while its got the ugliest bore Ive ever seen, that pistol is ~accurate~. Although it has revived the Hi Standard Double-Nine in spirit, Diamondback has made the Sidekick even better with the exchangeable cylinders and a repurposed ejector latch to facilitate opening the cylinder for loading and unloading. The information provided here does not represent the views of Cheaper Than Dirt! very interesting DBX-57 large-format pistol last year, New: Diamondback Sidekick 9-Shot 22LR/Magnum DA/SA Wheelgun. I keep a magnet with an extended collapsible handle around for such occasions as this. I found one for me at a pawn shop. This isnt something thats been offered often with double action revolvers as fitting the crane is more difficult than simply using a base pin in a single action revolver. Funniest thing was Type 99 rifles. Suggesting that gunm is similar to a High Standard double nine is an insult to High Standard. Bought the Sidekick. Back when Prairie Meadows graduated into a full blown casino, some collector couldnt lose money gambling fast enough. Todays operators want the shoulder thing that goes down. Among them are the Ruger Wrangler and the Heritage Barkeep. It appears to be a clone of the High Standard Double Nine. Ouch! Come November 22, when the Sidekick is reported to become available, I want one. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Gun Review: Diamondback Sidekick .22 Revolver, Collusion: Biden Wants to Ensure Positive Coverage by Paying Mainstream Media Journalists, Gun Meme of the Day: How The 2A Works Edition, Gear Review: The Flux Raider Chassis for SIG P320 Pistols, Press Release: The Black Collar Arms APS Adjustable Pistol Support Is Now Available. The hammer spur allows for easy thumb cocking. The finish is Cerakote. What is the chance of a longer (say 6) barrel in the offing? So- heres the story on the .22s. It has fluted cylinders where the Double-Nine did not. It should be noted; NEVER FAN THE HAMMER ON A REVOLVER! What does ring my bell are fun guns. Almost in unison, there was an aha moment when they realized that this particular revolver model had everything they were looking to create.
Was never a fan of the High Standard version, but it had 9 shots compared to 6 in my S&W model 35 kit gun. I would like to see a new SAVAGE model 99, only scaled down to either a 5.56/.300 Blackout size, or a similar size. I absolutely love using that gun. You can also find it here : guns.com/firearms/handguns/revolver/diamondback-sidekick-22-lr-22-mag-single-double-9-rounds-4-5-barrel-new?p=447094&avad=211021_d275ae519&utm_source=AvantLink&utm_campaign=35987&utm_medium=df_NA, These are pretty new and are in high demand, there is no restock ETA at this time but hit the notify me when available button to receive an email when they come back in stock.Or they are in stock herehttps://gun.deals/search/apachesolr_search/810035752450-----------I'd also look at the Ruger Wrangler as these have been receiving great reviews, are in stock, and are priced very nicely.budsgunshop.com/search.php/q/ruger+wrangler. What is the chance of a longer (say 6) barrel coming down the pike? Yeah, but only the variant with the shoulder thing that goes up.
I tip my hat to the author for the proper use of well-regulated.
Action: Single/Double I have been trying to get this sidekick gun ever since it came out and still have not found one. This collector mustve had a High Standard corral because about every other week for a couple months I could go in and pick up a perfect Victor, Citation, Trophy or other HS pistol for $150-$200. The system is simple. And the plus of being able to use 22 WRM just adds more flexibility. The Sidekick will initially be offered with a 4.5-inch barrel having a 1:16 RH twist andsixgroove rifling. Everyone was brimming with nostalgia and immediately excited about the project. that you first try out our customer Q&A feature. OY! Certain features of GunBroker.com will not work properly if JavaScript is disabled. I used an old pen shaft to depress the latch and pull the cylinder away. I saw that 9 shot cylinder and double action and thought thought hmmm. Then zinc alloy came into view.
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