The ring was user error. I hate to publically acknowledge my ignorance since I've been shooting over 40 years....but this was my first SA. I've always shot DA's and semi-autos. The problem was that after I loaded, I was pulling the hammer a little past half cock and releasing it with the trigger. Therefore, the cylinder didn't rotate exactly and was picking up a drag mark. I was supposed to be pulling the hammer all the way back to fully engage and turn the cylinder. Oh well, you can be sure I'll never make that mistake again.....
I love this pistol. I've taken it to the range a few times and the action and trigger pull are incredible. I've already bought my 2nd, a Rodeo Heritage (it has tru ivory grips). I'm waiting for Big Ed's holster/belt to arrive. I ordered it for Colt clone size.