HI-STANDARD Double Nine

Overview

The High Standard Double Nine is a vintage American .22 caliber rimfire revolver featuring a nine-round capacity, a swing-out cylinder, and cowboy-style looks. Produced from 1958 through the mid-1980s, it blends a western aesthetic with modern double-action functionality.Design and FeaturesChambering and Capacity: Fires .22 Long Rifle (.22 LR) and holds 9 rounds.Action: Double-action and single-action; heavy double-action trigger pull (around 13 to 15 lbs) with a much lighter single-action pull.Frame and Barrel: Lightweight aluminum alloy frame with a standard steel 5.5-inch barrel (some variants vary slightly).Aesthetics: Styled like a single-action army revolver but uses a push-forward rod to release the swing-out cylinder, often paired with white plastic or faux-stag grips.Market and ValueOriginal Era: Built in Hamden, Connecticut, as a fun recreational "plinker" and small-game sidearm.