The Savage 101 had a retail price of $21.50 back in the 1970's, but usually sold for under $20. The standard Colt Scout ran $64, while the Ruger Bearcat as $39 and the Single Six was $64. Of course the others were revolvers, while the little Savage was a single shot.
One note on the Savage 101. Be very careful if you separate the barrel-cylinder from the frame. There is a small ball bearing detent in the barrel assembly to provide tension on the locking. During disassembly, the little ball can get into one of the dummy "chambers" in the cylinder, locking the two parts together. Fixing the problem is the very devil.
Jim
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