MK IV in my local store!

[hittman]

Just saw and handled one in person. The stainless fluted barrel Target model, D&T, fiber optic front site, etc. Asking $565.00.

Seems like a number of impressive improvements on this model. It looked flawless for fit and finish.

 

[Rocdoc]

I'm for sure getting one, based on videos I've seen and articles I've read, looks like a great new Ruger.

 

[RUT]

I believe this will be a "game changer" for Ruger!

 

[RandyP]

As I've posted elsewhere, barring some surprising factory defect that is discovered down the road, this looks to me to be the ONLY .22LR semi-auto anyone would ever need.

The Mark series are a decades proven reliable, accurate platform and the MK IV removes the only constant prior 'caveat' of tedious take-down and re-assembly.

I'd suggest it leaves the Victory in the dust. Kudos to Ruger.

 

[RUT]

>>I'd suggest it leaves the Victory in the dust<<

And I would agree, with the exception of those who don't want to spend the $$.

 

[Chief_10Beers]

Kudos to Ruger for the MkIV and giving the people what they want, but does that mean I'll be ditching my MkIIIs? No way Jose! Me loves me MkIIIs and I will add a MkIV someday after it's been proven and the price drops a tad bit......................

 

[hognfrog]

Bought one last night, will arrive next week. Great price too! Way below MSRP on Ruger website.

 

[Flyrod]

I picked up a MK IV stainless Target yesterday, SN WBR1021XX. My local shop had about six Target's and six Hunters, all stainless. I have a few MK I's and MK II's, and a MK III. This MK IV is a really nice pistol. It was the cleanest new Ruger I've ever brought home - initial cleaning found no metal chips, residue, grit, nothing. It was spotless inside and out. The matte finish is nice, but it shows the lightest of scratches (yeah, went there already). The writing is crisp and deep and uniform, really makes a difference in appearance. The "left hand" safety paddle can be removed and replaced with a little spacer that comes with the gun - I hadn't seen that mentioned yet. I did see someone ask if the disassembly button might be inadvertently pushed during use - I don't see how, it is easy to press when you want to, but well out of the way of normal operation. The eagle on the bottom of the magazines is all black, first time I've seen that (my MK III mag has a red eagle). I don't like the flat MK factory grips, I prefer thumb rest, but don't see them available yet. Can't wait to get it to the range, maybe later today. I love my MK II's, but so far this looks like a legitimate design improvement, and the QC may be ratcheted up for the first production run.

 

[radicalrod]

I saw one today and it was very slick....I loved that the serial # starts with WBR :!: :!: :!:

A true tribute to a GREAT MAN 8) 8) 8) RR

 

[Cholo]

The "left hand" safety paddle can be removed and replaced with a little spacer that comes with the gun - I hadn't seen that mentioned yet.

That's kinda cool! I don't like ambi safeties, but I'm glad Ruger has finally accommodated the 7-10% of the people who are left handed. Just a nice thing to know that I can remove it if I want to. I'm looking forward to getting the blued aluminum framed Target.

 

[rugerguy]

we agree , great idea and took long enough , and do like Mr Rugers 'initials' as the prefix, for now,my only concern is having looked at 3 of them today, all are quite easy to open, but having said that, they seemed "loose", almost too easy to open , soooooo .what is going to happen in time, and use ,and wear, HOW "loose" can they become???? after all, it is just a simple AND "slight" notch holding things together on each end......time will tell 8)
...I do remember working on many a High Standard, with their 'pushbutton " (tapered notch) of the 60-s,70,s and then in the 80s they made it a "screw" hold on......things do "wear in" and stretch in time and use....... :roll:

 

[hittman]

Oh the humanity! :lol: :lol:

The poor right-handers have to figure out a way around a left-friendly safety. :mrgreen:

BTW ... the other gun store in town also has one of these and their price is $649.00! :shock:

 

[Cholo]

Dan, I've thought the same thing, too, but didn't put it into words. The "old" ones had a great bearing surface, the new ones less so. Let's see what shakes out

 

[rugerguy]

Know what you mean, I always look at the "long term" ( as to servicing) and I watched folks handle those new ones at the show and they were "opened and closed" so many times , we lost count.....and over the years ( since the 60s) of working on these things, gotta be a bit "analytical"....one reason we know of many guys who have old 22 Ruger semi autos , and they NEVER take them apart, aside from the "how hard" but "why", (no need to, soak 'em and swap 'em down, kerosene and an air hose works wonders), so when after time even the old ones "loosen" ,we've had to 'retighten" MANY over the years.......and stainless steel is NOT that 'hard', and I could already "see" the doved tail notch show signs of "mishandling, and improper" attachment,soooooo, matter of time I say... :roll: :wink:

BUT , I still like these new ones.........hhhmmm (but like the 'classics better') 8)

 

[RandyP]

Saw them yesterday at my LGS - Target and Hunter models, only in stainless. The Target was going for $549.

I prefer the blued style so I'll just wait to see what they're pricing will be like.

They do look GREAT, very robust.

 

[HAWKEYE#28]

Purchased a MKII SS 22 45 from the RF Classifieds.............nice gun. I am happy living in the past......I do need a couple of extra mags though............ 8) Also like my SN 480 original as well. Will look for the future comments on that which my astute associate, Mr Rugerguy, has addressed...........You Stalwarts enjoy this new gun! 8)

 

[k2nd]

I saw 2 hunter models and 1 target model at the local Scheels this afternoon. Nice pistols, but the sticker on the Hunter models was $649.00 and the Target model was $549.00. I'll get a Hunter model but I'm going to wait awhile until the sticker price drops.

 

[steamloco76]

I was able to handle a bull barrel stainless target model MK IV at my LGS yesterday. The fit and finish of the new pistol was impeccable. One thing that neither I, nor the store owner liked was the grip panels. We both have big hands and the squared off edges of the plastic grips were way less comfortable than the panels on a similar MKIII. Also, someone needs to make a right side safety delete kit, as our hands both rode on the right side safety. Other than that, I think the MKIV is a wonderful update to a classic pistol.

I'm keeping my MKII and MKIII pistols. I invested $30 in TandemKross parts to eliminate the mag safety and LCI from the MKIII. The rest of the MK series quirks, well after over 25 years of shooting these pistols, I've learned to live with them.

 

[triton186]

Also, someone needs to make a right side safety delete kit, as our hands both rode on the right side safety.

I don't think you need a kit. one of the video reviews I watched (not sure if it was 22plinkster or the actual video released by ruger) but they said all you need to do is remove the right side grip panel, remove the screw and safety lever, then replace the safety screw and grip panel. once you replace the screw without the safety lever, it looked to be all but flush with the frame. I don't have one yet, so I cant say first hand, but maybe someone that owns one can chime in.

 

[jjas]

steamloco76

Also, someone needs to make a right side safety delete kit, as our hands both rode on the right side safety.

According to ruger.....

http://www.ruger.com/products/markIV/overview.html


From the text on the site....

Ambidextrous manual safety positively locks the sear in the "SAFE" position when applied. Safety can be converted to left-side only with included washer.

Sounds to me like Ruger has already "fixed" this issue.

 

[Dbl Auto]

So I got mine on Wednesday, blued target. The owner's manual specifically states to dry fire it for storage. I found that strange as I never dry fire 22's. You guys doing the dry fire technique before putting it back in the safe?
Doug

 

[9x19]

LGS yesterday:

Blue 5.5" bull - $419
SS 5.5" bull - $499
SS fluted Hunter - $589

I handled them, but remain underwhelmed.

 

[Kanook]

I'd buy a Hunter model with a threaded barrel. Nothing longer than 5" though.

 

[Cordite]

I saw one today and it was very slick....

RR.... Kinda surprised that you didn't snag it on the spot for your collection (pile) o' Rugers

It's on my purchase list, to be sure. And since you're from BG... Go Falcons! Good game against Toledo on 15 October.

Cordite

 

[cjs1945]

Picked up my blued target model last Wednesday at LGS for $399.99 plus tax and it came with instructions and a spacer washer for use when removing the right side safety lever. Don't think the lever will present a problem, so it will stay on for now. If it shoots as good as it looks, it will be another winner for Ruger.

 

[BrandonS]

Just ordered mine today.
Now, what to do with the Mk II (bull barrel)?

 

[beacon1933]

The pistol looks fine but is it being sold below the MSRP price?

 

[22/45 Fan]

Also, someone needs to make a right side safety delete kit, as our hands both rode on the right side safety. Other than that, I think the MKIV is a wonderful update to a classic pistol.

As noted above, someone does and that "someone" is Ruger. You remove the right side grip panel, remove the screw holding the right side lever in place, fit the washer Ruger includes with the pistol over the safety's shaft and replace the screw and grip panel.

You aren't alone in not knowing this. Hickock45, who does numerous Youtube gun reviews, had the same complaint in his MkIV video and obviously didn't read the instruction book either.

 

[xcrdr]

Saw the 22/45 Lite at the range a few days ago. Couldn't leave without it! I paid a bit too much for it but the instant gratification was worth it. I got the bronze. I'll be looking for the black but I'll take my time on that to get a better deal. I'm new to owning a Mark so I'm still not sure about the stock sights. I don't dig them so far. Might go aftermarket or reflex/holo or dot. What do people like on these?

 

[rugerjunkie]

Saw my first one in person at the local shop. Glad to hear about the safety lever delete because it rubbed me the wrong way. I also agree with the grips being a bit too squared and not as confortable as my MkII's but that is an easy fix also. Nice pistol for sure and I've never pulled any of my MkII's apart that fast before!

My only deal is Im trying to downsize or stay the same size! Would anyone take a chance on selling off a 6 7/8" stainless MkII Target that puts quarter sized (and less) 10 shot groups at 50yds for the added convenience of a MkIV??