Any Ruger MKII fans

[Puller]

So, I have been a fan of the Ruger MK series of .22LR pistols and currently own several MKII's, a MKIII, and MKIV. By far, the MKII's are my favorite shooting irons of the series.

For the record I don't find field stripping and re-assembly of any of the MK series of pistols particularly challenging, but I am glad that Ruger developed the MKIV so that those handicapped with four thumbs could enjoy shooting activities too.

Anyone else prefer the MKII over the others in the MK series?

 

[growr]

I do....have a MKII Government model with the target barrel....so far it cycles everything.....really perks up with CCI 0032 Standard velocity!

Randy

 

[LEO918]

My favorite Ruger...

 

[oddshooter]

I think the MK II was my entry into shooting after many years. Incredibly accurate and will shoot anything. Best 22 I've had for handling all ammo.

The red dot scope really helps with old eyes.

I moved to Colt Woodsman and then Hi Standards after that intro; but I've always had a soft spot for that MK II.


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[DWalt]

Never understood all the venom slung at Ruger for how difficult disassembly and reassembly was. All you have to do is follow the directions. After doing it a few times, you can do it in the dark. The only rule to remember is to keep the hammer down.

 

[Rule3]

I collect them! Not posting pictures though.


Sorry, IMHO the new version simply doe not compare, I would not own one of the new, easy take down models or the ones with the lame loaded round flapper thingy!

 

[Burley]

Some of my favorites.

 

[double-dipper]

Puller, yes I'm a big fan of the Ruger Mark II also.

 

[Tex1001]

I have two MKIIs and one Standard Model (MKI?). The MKIIs are a shade ahead because of the bolt hold open, but my granddaughters and I like all three. Outstanding field guns.

 

[max]

I have a heavy barrel stainless one that I really like. It is way more accurate than I will ever be.

 

[Fishinfool]

I like 'em. My bull barrel target MK-II with a 2x scope has accounted for a lot of squirrels and other assorted small game. Unfortunately, it is not legal for hunting here in PA.

Larry

 

[Bullet Bob]

I have two, this NRA Commemorative I shoot the heck out of:

And this Ruger Collectors' Association one with ivory grips and a gold inlaid seal on the receiver that I'm torn about shooting or not:

 

[gwpercle]

Mine's in stainless steel , it went through Clark Custom Guns for a target trigger job and Millet SP-1 red dot sight installation ... I bought it second hand .
It was LOVE at first trigger squeeze . Detached retinas had ended my handgun shooting, which I dearly loved , and that red dot sighted MKII put me back in the game again. That was 25 years ago and I had never shot a gun with a red dot sight !
I'm taking it with me , Heaven must have a shooting range !
Gary

 

[Gene L]

I had one BI...Before Internet. It was an early one (M I?} and dismantling it was a horror and there were no on-line videos at that time on how to do it. If you do it a few times, I'm sure it gets easy. It was a good shooter but not any better than any other .22 auto I've owned. I got rid of the Ruger and got an HD Military. I don't know how easy it is to disassemble but it's easier to clean. The Ruger trigger wasn't great, either. I think the newer ones have gotten better.

Another horror to re-assemble is the Nylon 66. Best left alone, either of these.

 

[Mule Packer]

I love my Mark II. Accurate as all get out and a perfect little "woods walking" gun.

 

[Fishslayer]

Tandemkross makes a hammer bushing for the MKIII series that eliminates the mag disconnect and drastically improves the trigger pull and allows the magazine to drop free like it should.

It makes it a MKII with standard button type mag release.

My MKII is a 6 7/8 " slabside... love it!

 

[Rule3]

Never understood all the venom slung at Ruger for how difficult disassembly and reassembly was. All you have to do is follow the directions. After doing it a few times, you can do it in the dark. The only rule to remember is to keep the hammer down.

Because so many just didn't want to "learn" how. I would rather take one apart then some of the guns that require a screw driver or hex wrench to field strip it!

 

[robvious]

yes... original first version but mostly Mark II's... and disassembly is not that big of deal... besides, learning new talents keeps the mind sharp.

 

[alwslate]

I have a 4 3/4" standard blue Mark II that I'm very fond of. I've had it
apart a few times. No big deal if you just follow the instructions.

 

[RobertJ.]

I love my Mark II. Accurate as all get out and a perfect little "woods walking" gun.

My dad had a Ruger Standard when I was a kid, and it was one of the pistols I learned on. It showed me that long-range shooting with a pistol was not only possible, but not that difficult. I plinked at soda cans at 100 yards all the time.

I've had a few over the years, but my only Ruger .22 at the moment looks exactly like this one (I don't have a photo), a Mark II with a 5" bull barrel, with cocobolo stocks.