Ruger MKII standard/target interconversion

pdmoderator · August 7, 2002, 10:37 AM

Hi, all,

Is it possible to convert between a Ruger MKII target model and a standard model, or the opposite way? What parts would need to be changed?

Thanx,
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Walt Sherrill · August 7, 2002, 01:24 PM

I may be wrong, but I think the principal differences between those two guns are grips (cosmetic), sights, and barrel length. You could put the receiver from one on the grip/trigger assembly of the other. (I used to have a Target Competition. The quality of fit/finish didn't seem all that different; it was pretty good in either case.)

It would probably be cheaper to buy a used version of either than to upgrade or downgrade to the other.

Ledbetter · August 7, 2002, 01:40 PM

The only difference I notice between my Gov. Model 6-7/8 Target model and other Mk II's is the barrel.

For your standard frame, you can buy upgraded barrels, trigger components and other parts from:

Volquartsen

Power Custom

both have web sites.

Their upgrade parts usually come with installation instructions. Be aware that these components are pricey.

Regards.

pdmoderator · August 7, 2002, 01:49 PM

Quote:

It would probably be cheaper to buy a used version of either than to upgrade or downgrade to the other.

Unfortunately, I live in PRNJ

, so price isn't what's driving me to ask the question. Buying handguns here is a major hassle, so I'd like to get the maximum benefit from owning the minimum number.

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Jim Watson · August 7, 2002, 02:03 PM

If you have or can get the target version, I prefer the 5.5" bull barrel, there is little need for a standard model with skinny wobbly barrel, fixed sights, and tougher trigger pull.

pdmoderator · August 7, 2002, 02:18 PM

Do you like the 5.5" bull barrel better than the 6.5" (cow?

)target barrel?

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Ron L · August 7, 2002, 11:03 PM

I think they should interchange. My brother and I were goofing around once and tried his longer stainless barrel on my blued frame and vice versa just to see what they would look like.

August 7, 2002, 10:37 AM	#1
pdmoderator Registration in progress Join Date: November 6, 2001 Location: New Jersey Posts: 1,202	Ruger MKII standard/target interconversion Hi, all, Is it possible to convert between a Ruger MKII target model and a standard model, or the opposite way? What parts would need to be changed? Thanx, - pdmoderator __________________ Give up no state. Give up no ground.

August 7, 2002, 01:40 PM	#3
Ledbetter Senior Member Join Date: February 23, 2000 Location: California USA Posts: 4,536	You are correct, sir. The only difference I notice between my Gov. Model 6-7/8 Target model and other Mk II's is the barrel. For your standard frame, you can buy upgraded barrels, trigger components and other parts from: Volquartsen Power Custom both have web sites. Their upgrade parts usually come with installation instructions. Be aware that these components are pricey. Regards.

August 7, 2002, 02:18 PM	#6
pdmoderator Registration in progress Join Date: November 6, 2001 Location: New Jersey Posts: 1,202	Do you like the 5.5" bull barrel better than the 6.5" (cow? )target barrel? - pdmoderator __________________ Give up no state. Give up no ground.

August 7, 2002, 11:03 PM	#7
Ron L Senior Member Join Date: March 16, 1999 Location: Livonia, MI USA Posts: 385	I think they should interchange. My brother and I were goofing around once and tried his longer stainless barrel on my blued frame and vice versa just to see what they would look like. __________________ Ron Detroit Area Chapter Terre-Haute Torque & Recoil Society "If it rolls, floats, or shoots, runs on gunpowder or gasoline, goes fast, shoots a big bullet, or makes lots of noise thus producing torque and recoil - it's cool."

August 7, 2002, 01:24 PM	#2
Walt Sherrill Senior Member Join Date: February 15, 1999 Location: Winston-Salem, NC USA Posts: 3,708	I may be wrong, but I think the principal differences between those two guns are grips (cosmetic), sights, and barrel length. You could put the receiver from one on the grip/trigger assembly of the other. (I used to have a Target Competition. The quality of fit/finish didn't seem all that different; it was pretty good in either case.) It would probably be cheaper to buy a used version of either than to upgrade or downgrade to the other.

August 7, 2002, 02:03 PM	#5
Jim Watson Senior Member Join Date: October 25, 2001 Location: Alabama Posts: 9,673	If you have or can get the target version, I prefer the 5.5" bull barrel, there is little need for a standard model with skinny wobbly barrel, fixed sights, and tougher trigger pull.