Ruger LC9S....Selling like hotcakes

[Bat Guano]

I looked one over a while back and was pretty impressed, particularly with the improved trigger. I'm not in the market, but with a set of XS Big Dot sights it would be a right nice little gun.

Maybe if they come on sale...

 

[turbo38gn]

I gotta say... I bought the new 9s... amazing trigger! When compared to the original LC9, cost had nothing to do with anything. Anyone that has seen me post here knows how S&W biased I am, just a good ole fanboy. But I was forced to buy a LC9 back when I was waiting for the Shield to come out. Once it came out, I gave the LC9 to my son, he tried to destroy it, fell out of his holster riding his Harley, bounced down the road then got run over a few times before he could get to it. Broke the safety lever off, but still shot and functioned perfect.

The moment I picked up the LC9S and pulled the trigger, I had to have it. Haven't had the opportunity to shoot it yet, but I will. Don't plan on it replacing my daily carry Shields or M&P's... but I'm sure I will find a situation to carry it..

 

[JohnSW]

Hickok45 sure likes the new LC9S. Kept saying how nice the trigger was.

If memory serves, in his review of the LC9s Pro, he said that some would consider the trigger to be too light for safe concealed carry.

 

[rwsmith]

I would really like to try an LC9....

I'll take a look at one but I've always wondered: do hot cakes really sell that fast?

They do make improvements as reports come in from the field. The later Shields are different from the early ones. The factory just fixed my Kel Tec, which had an early flaw that has been corrected.

Now, about hot cakes. It's actually several factors. Location being one. And you can't discount the value of advertising or an efficient, friendly and attractive salesperson. I'll PM you a link where you can purchase my "Make Your Hotcakes Sell Like Hotcakes" DVD.

 

[David R]

I'll take a look at one but I've always wondered: do hot cakes really sell that fast?

Couldn't resist, its maple syrup season here.

David

 

[autogun]

Hey David,
Is that Red's near Clymer?
Another David

 

[ChiefStealth]

Last Aug.- Nov., when I was looking for a new piece, it came down to either the LC9S, or the Shield. The pull weight of the LC9S trigger was a bit better (lighter) than the Shield. But, the pre-travel, over-travel, and reset of the Shield were all significantly better than the LC9S. Then, I looked around for extra mags and after-market parts. I could find mags for the Shield at several LGS. Apex makes some pretty good after-market stuff for the Shield. For the LC9S, I could not find anything local. I saw mags on-line, but no after market parts.
I tried 'em both... I bought the Shield.

 

[Frank237]

So why aren't Ravens, Lorcins, TAurus, Rossi, and Charter Arms flying off the shelves?

The Ruger LC9-S is a polymer, striker fired gun at a price point similar to others in its class, like the Shield, XD, etc. and mine has been stone reliable with factory and my reloads. A paper plate at 25 yards doesn't stand a chance.

Taurus, Rossi and Charter Arms revolvers DO sell well. Unless it's totally a MT thing ,but out here PRICE is a big factor in sales.

If your ruger has treated you well I'm happy for you. I am still not interested in one.

 

[H Richard]

I had the opportunity to compare the LC9 and the LC9s side by side the other evening. The LC9s trigger pull is about 50% lighter and the reset nearly half as far to reach. Maybe I'm old fashioned, but I still like my RIA Compact 9mm cocked & Locked. I do have a Shield and it is O.K., but I still like the 1911 trigger.

 

[00 buck]

The reset isn't a consideration for me. When shooting fast I don't have the time to search for a reset point. It is full out and start follow up take up squeeze. I find I can be faster with that technique. YMMV
The trigger on the LC9S is the nicest thing I've seen in a long long time. ( a good 1911 being the best )
I think some are talking about a LCP vs LC9 when they say the triggers are the same

 

[00 buck]

If memory serves, in his review of the LC9s Pro, he said that some would consider the trigger to be too light for safe concealed carry.

I think he said loose carry in the pocket, he said it needs to be in a holster with the trigger covered, and I concur because the trigger is that light which means it is that good. A good trigger is not only safer it makes accuracy easier to obtain.

 

[Arik]

I agree with a few others here...Simply NOT interested. They SELL mostly because they are CHEAP. The average buyer is NOT a dedicated gun person...they are simply looking for a cheap handgun. Price tag shoppers.

Gotta agree with both of these

If you gave me this gun I would give it back, these guns are cheesy unreliable guns that are awaiting a failure to fire and a stovepipe. Shell me all you want but I would not trust my life to this piece of plastic. redesigned or not the older ones are pieces of trash, how much could they really do to make it better.

This of course is just my opinion and we are all entitled to that.

Pete

 

[turbo38gn]

Gotta agree with both of these

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Originally Posted by Frank237 View Post
I agree with a few others here...Simply NOT interested. They SELL mostly because they are CHEAP. The average buyer is NOT a dedicated gun person...they are simply looking for a cheap handgun. Price tag shoppers.

Gotta agree with both of these

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Originally Posted by howiema View Post
If you gave me this gun I would give it back, these guns are cheesy unreliable guns that are awaiting a failure to fire and a stovepipe. Shell me all you want but I would not trust my life to this piece of plastic. redesigned or not the older ones are pieces of trash, how much could they really do to make it better.

This of course is just my opinion and we are all entitled to that.

Pete


Now this is some funny stuff... laughable .... so much I could say... but I don't want to get in trouble.. sitting on my hands now..

 

[Arik]

Laugh. ..or don't. Buy it. ...or don't. It's not my money. But as far as I'm concerned this gun and guns like it are at best a poor comprise. To me, these are are a waste of time and money. Until I see these (and guns like them) in 3 day courses, going through thousands of rounds without a problem I don't even look at them. To me its like buying a finicky car that you can look at and drive sometimes. Not what I consider worth it. When they become a serious contender for Sigs, Glocks, S&W and HK then I'll look at one

 

[00 buck]

Laugh. ..or don't. Buy it. ...or don't. It's not my money. But as far as I'm concerned this gun and guns like it are at best a poor comprise. To me, these are are a waste of time and money. Until I see these (and guns like them) in 3 day courses, going through thousands of rounds without a problem I don't even look at them. To me its like buying a finicky car that you can look at and drive sometimes. Not what I consider worth it. When they become a serious contender for Sigs, Glocks, S&W and HK then I'll look at one

LOL........3000 rounds with this gun, too funny
This is a small , carry a lot use a little if ever gun. Not a "match gun"
You shoot it enough to be proficient with it, not to win a match or complete a combat or close quarter drill course.
As far as price it is fair. One I guess could buy a Sig p239 for 600-700 bucks but now that I think of it I've never seen one of those at a tactical course either.

I could go on with some of the other disparaging remarks made but they seemed more snobish than based in reality, a type of my gun costs more than your gun argument.

I've seen guys with 500 dollar stock guns beat guys with 5, 000 dollar race guns, so while price of a firearm does have its place - (I give you Hi Points as an example) at some point you are paying for advertising not firearm quality.

 

[Arik]

LOL........3000 rounds with this gun, too funny
This is a small , carry a lot use a little if ever gun. Not a "match gun"
You shoot it enough to be proficient with it, not to win a match or complete a combat or close quarter drill course.
As far as price it is fair. One I guess could buy a Sig p239 for 600-700 bucks but now that I think of it I've never seen one of those at a tactical course either.

I could go on with some of the other disparaging remarks made but they seemed more snobish than based in reality, a type of my gun costs more than your gun argument.

I've seen guys with 500 dollar stock guns beat guys with 5, 000 dollar race guns, so while price of a firearm does have its place - (I give you Hi Points as an example) at some point you are paying for advertising not firearm quality.

Not looking for a match gun but also don't believe in "carry a lot use a little". If you're using it you better be intimately familiar with it. This is why I don't consider these guns as real guns. They are for people who want an idea of owning a firearm without all the rest. I have a relative like this. He owns a Beretta 380 which he fired last time about a decade ago. I'm not betting my life on "shoot a little"

This isn't about price. I can build a gun that cost $50, doubt you'd want to bet tour life on it. None of my Glocks or HKs cost $700, in fact none of them cost over $500. Recently picked up a G17 for $359. My daily carry G19 cost $325. It's not about competition, it's about knowing your gun will last whether that's 1000 rounds or 100 thousand rounds

 

[Florida J Frame]

Tried one of the pro models (no safety or mag disconnect) and couldn't see any reason to replace my Shield. Nice trigger but not really better then the Shield.

 

[turbo38gn]

Laugh. ..or don't. Buy it. ...or don't. It's not my money. But as far as I'm concerned this gun and guns like it are at best a poor comprise. To me, these are are a waste of time and money. Until I see these (and guns like them) in 3 day courses, going through thousands of rounds without a problem I don't even look at them. To me its like buying a finicky car that you can look at and drive sometimes. Not what I consider worth it. When they become a serious contender for Sigs, Glocks, S&W and HK then I'll look at one

hahaha, this one is even funnier!!!!! So how many of these have you owned,.....

 

[Arik]

All of them. Still do

German Sig 228 and 220
Glock 17, 19, 22, 21
HK USP 9, 40, P2000

And none cost over $450

 

[turbo38gn]

All of them. Still do

German Sig 228 and 220
Glock 17, 19, 22, 21
HK USP 9, 40, P2000

And none cost over $450

hehehe, u still making me laugh... I was referring to the LC9s