July 16, 2018, 07:53 PM | #26 |
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My order of preference would be:
Mark II (Search harder, or pay more to make Mark II happen) Mark I Mark III Mark IV
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July 16, 2018, 11:25 PM | #27 |
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My MKII is a terrific shooter. It does not require frequent complete disassembly, when it does I just take my time, it's not a career ending experience.
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July 19, 2018, 05:54 PM | #28 | |
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MK II MK IV MK III If you want to go the nostalgic route, get the MK I or II. The MK III gets rid of the euro style mag release and moves it up on the grip, but I t also adds the stupid plastic loaded chamber indicator on the side of the upper. If you want the push button mag release, the MK IV has that with easier takedown and a milled lower receiver. |
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July 19, 2018, 06:30 PM | #29 |
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If the key word is STUPID, the stupid Mark III not only adds the stupid loaded chamber indicator, it also adds the royally stupid magazine disconnect safety.
The stupid Mark III would be a less annoying item if it didn't look so much like the pinnacle of a legendary design (Mark II) If it was some pistol made by the Buger company and called the Rev 3 and simply priced to high, I would hate it less. Stupid Mark III. Ptooey.
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July 20, 2018, 12:54 AM | #30 |
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No no, you've got it all wrong. The Mk IIIs are better because they're older. They're also better because they're discontinued.
When it comes to guns, the older ones are ALWAYS better and if its discontinued, better still. The new Mk IV sucks because it's not old. Get it? |
July 20, 2018, 04:03 PM | #31 |
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Seems to be the key in finding value in your posts.
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July 23, 2018, 10:11 AM | #32 | |
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We are all, on a learning curve
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I have followed all generations of the MK-Family and no longer have a problem breaking one down. Have to admit that my first time, was rather awkward, but got there, soon after. Don't need to remind you that we are all on a learning curve and thankfully, a few of us were born with a tool in their hands. …… I suspect that Ruger issued the MK-IV mostly to increase sales and assisting owners is a secondary benefit. I personally don't need one but never tell anyone, what to do with their money or spouse. Also keep in mind that we are here to help others. …… L.B.C. and; Be Safe !!!
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July 23, 2018, 07:37 PM | #33 |
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I spent many, many years as a medic.
There's an age old saying in medicine: "Pain is as severe as the patient says it is". I think that translates here: "Difficulty is what the operator says it is". All men are created equal applies to to rights, not mechanical ability. I'd bet that those who find the disassembly/re-assembly of the Mk I/II/III challenging have other skills that many of us who have no problem with pre MK IV reassembly would envy. "Keep your words soft and sweet. You never know, from day to day, which ones you might have to eat." ~Nipsey Russel
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July 24, 2018, 12:23 PM | #34 |
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I love my MK IV. I haven't come across anyone who's bought one that doesn't like his. Just as a side note (there's enough people telling you that the MKIII is better and that the MKIII is worse).
The one little annoying thing is Ruger doesn't include a case with it. Not a big deal, but annoying nonetheless. Anyway, I got this case on Amazon. Also, I got the hunter model. Love the feel and design. It's nice to have a gun I can pass down to my kids that isn't plastic Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using Tapatalk |
July 25, 2018, 05:44 AM | #35 |
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I have several Mark series pistols and I can work on them. Some are more difficult than others to strip. They have all been fine shooters and a joy to shoot for many years. I will not buy anymore older series pistols. The MKIV is so much easier to clean even though I can clean the old pistols. My mower has electric start even though I can pull a rope on a recoil starter!
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July 28, 2018, 09:51 AM | #37 |
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Holey Underwear Batman! I found a couple more ugly Rugers tucked away in the gun safe:
Probably should take ALL these ugly pistols to "GOODWILL" this afternoon. |
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Enough of the bickering.
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