Which MK IV to purchase?

[smackdab22]

Hello,

I will be purchasing a MK IV Target in the very near future, just not sure which version to purchase. I was originally leaning toward the stainless steel version, but I do like the lighter weight of the blued version. I wonder if the aluminum grip frame the blued version is fitted with is durable. Does the blued version balance well? I would appreciate any opinions, good or bad, regarding both versions.

Thanks in advance....

 

[jstanfield103]

The only thing to watch on the Aluminum is the grip screw holes. Softer metal so do not over tighten them or cross thread them, may strip them out.

 

[woodsy]

Is seven ounces that important to you? Regarding durability, all the tough stuff happens in the barrel/receiver assembly, which has no aluminum in it. I have a 1972 Mark 1, which outweighs the Mark IV aluminum one, and I shoot it quite well, indeed. Down to brass tacks, you choose. For me, aluminum is less durable, finish-wise.

 

[hittman]

There's no wrong answer ..... whatever YOU want is what's important.

For me, neither the weight and the aluminum part would be a concern. It's not a carry gun and there's darn little recoil with 22LR.

Personally I like BLUED guns best.

 

[smackdab22]

Thanks everyone...I appreciate the input.

A stout recoil and weight is something I need to keep in mind these days, I have arthritis in my wrists.

 

[RSIno1]

The grip frame is durable. It really doesn't have any high wear spots. All the action takes place in the upper.

 

[smackdab22]

All the shops near me that I have stopped into say they can order them. One shop had them, blued and stainless target models, in stock last I knew. Not sure I answered your question.

 

[ifithitu]

I made up my mind about the Mark IV and bought 4 of them.Hunter,Competition,22/45 & Standard 6 ". :mrgreen: 8)

 

[contender]

Now THAT's the way to settle an argument. Buy all you may like & enjoy them all!

 

[Busterswoodshop]

Not sure how good a deal it is or if it is what you are looking for but CDNN Sports has the MKIV Target on sale for 389.99.

https://www.cdnnsports.com/rugerr-mkivtm-target-22lr-5-5inch-bull-blue.html?___SID=U#.Xkdeqy2ZNTY

 

[Mobuck]

" I have arthritis in my wrists."

In that case you may want to look at the 22/45 version. I find the grip angle is actually easier on my stiff hand/wrist joints than the MK grip angle.

 

[Valmet]

So, did you order a particular model OP?

 

[Fox Mike]

Thanks everyone...I appreciate the input.

A stout recoil and weight is something I need to keep in mind these days, I have arthritis in my wrists.

There is virtually no recoil with a. 22lr so that isn't an issue to be concerned with.

 

[ifithitu]

Not sure how good a deal it is or if it is what you are looking for but CDNN Sports has the MKIV Target on sale for 389.99.

https://www.cdnnsports.com/rugerr-mkivtm-target-22lr-5-5inch-bull-blue.html?___SID=U#.Xkdeqy2ZNTY

The link don't work.

 

[wvjoetc]

Thanks everyone...I appreciate the input.

A stout recoil and weight is something I need to keep in mind these days, I have arthritis in my wrists.

I can sure relate to this statement, RA is not your friend!

 

[chet15]

Hello,

I will be purchasing a MK IV Target in the very near future, just not sure which version to purchase. I was originally leaning toward the stainless steel version, but I do like the lighter weight of the blued version. I wonder if the aluminum grip frame the blued version is fitted with is durable. Does the blued version balance well? I would appreciate any opinions, good or bad, regarding both versions.

Thanks in advance....

You might wait until their integrally suppressed MKIV hits the market.
Chet15