Who wants the new Ruger 9mm PC carbine?

[Bamabred]

Just read the write up in the February 2018 American Rifleman magazine....
Sorry but not interested in the $500 Ruger "PC-9" (which IMO stands for Politically Correct 9mm carbine) .

If S&W or Ruger offered a factory made AR15 carbine in 9mm for $500 I would buy two.

This. I've been wanting a 9mm AR pistol or carbine, but the prices seem way too high for what they are. Even the PSA seem overpriced to me. Frankly, I'm surprised S&W or Ruger haven't made one. They would sell like crazy.

With all that said, I may spring for a PC9. I'm not a huge fan of its aesthetics, but I don't hate it either. Much of it would depend on what the price settles down to.

 

[JohnRippert]

If I was married and had kids I would probably buy one for the family. Since I am not and already have a couple of AR's that fit the bill for carbines I see no need. Would rather buy another wheelgun.

 

[Vegetaman]

I concur, this is on next year's wishlist for me. Excited for a new range piece!

 

[DuneShoot]

Had one for a month or so and like it very much.
No issues.

 

[smoothshooter]

Definitely. I like the idea of shooting same caliber in multiple platforms. Unlimited funds I'd get a Wilson Combat AR9, limited funds and living in NY, the Ruger wins!

Wilson seems to do good work, but that work is WAY overpriced.

 

[smoothshooter]

Bought one two weeks ago. $549.00 plus tax. Ran 100 rounds of PMC through it using the SR9 mag. Worked great, no failures, and grouped decently thru the iron sights on a paper target that was pretty small to these 48 year old eyes. Mine was missing the Glock adapter, but Ruger got me one out that just came today. I expect no issues with the Glock magazines; I think Ruger has a winner, and it is really versatile.

The gun looks like it would be butt-heavy.
Is that true.

Don't understand the obsession with rifles that are muzzle-light that wave around excessively when shooting offhand and other field conditions.
I know firsthand that most rifle shooters fire very few rounds from anything but a tabletop, and feel really good about their marksmanship skills when they get decent groups shooting like that.
Problem is, doesn't take much to shoot well like that.
And most people just won't make the effort the really be a " Rifleman ".

 

[cybermgk]

The gun looks like it would be butt-heavy.
Is that true.

Don't understand the obsession with rifles that are muzzle-light that wave around excessively when shooting offhand and other field conditions.
I know firsthand that most rifle shooters fire very few rounds from anything but a tabletop, and feel really good about their marksmanship skills when they get decent groups shooting like that.
Problem is, doesn't take much to shoot well like that.
And most people just won't make the effort the really be a " Rifleman ".

It's not butt heavy. The fluted barrel is pretty solid, and makes it quite balanced. In fact balances right at the mag well, just about dead center. It is real easy to put on target quick, very comfortable shooting from a standing position.

Only shot it the one time today, 200rds (no issues), but it was a lot of fun to shoot.

 

[Rick_A]

I prefer my non-P.C. carbine
20171013_081213 by Slick_Rick77, on Flickr

 

[richardw]

In my mind I want one, but in reality I will never buy one unless my inoperable right rotator cuff injury miraculously heals to the normal it was 15 years ago before it was injured. The idea of having a pistol and carbine in the same caliber appeals to me, but if I bought one I would have to get a Ruger pistol so magazines could be shared. I am too battered to enjoy the fun of that mental image.

 

[cybermgk]

In my mind I want one, but in reality I will never buy one unless my inoperable right rotator cuff injury miraculously heals to the normal it was 15 years ago before it was injured. The idea of having a pistol and carbine in the same caliber appeals to me, but if I bought one I would have to get a Ruger pistol so magazines could be shared. I am too battered to enjoy the fun of that mental image.

OOB it can also take Glock Mags (all gens. But older Gens with the single notch means mag release stays on left side.) Comes with a 2nd sleeve that literally takes a minute or two to switch.

RUMOR has it there will be other brand sleeves in the near future.

 

[gasaman]

I have a 9mm AR, and a Marlin Camp 9, so I'm probably not getting one. I don't own any Glocks (yet), and the Marlin uses 59xx mags, so it makes more sense for me.

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[robert1804]

A guy next to me at the range today had one. He invited me to try five rounds. It was fun! Blast and recoil are very low. It didn't blow back in my face at all, unlike my AR 9. It uses the same trigger group as a 10/22 so the trigger is very good, and way better than any stock AR. The target was at 25 yards and the Ruger grouped in clusters of 1 to 1 1/4" from a rest. It's an impressive carbine!

 

[jsfricks]

I went with the Sig MPX about a year and a half ago and got an SBR stamp for it, so I’m good on 9mm rifles for now.

 

[kbm6893]

I’m still waiting for the call from my Gunshop to get one. I’m at the top of the list and it’s been three weeks.

 

[poppoprr]

I have a 40 caliber Ruger Carbine. Like it a lot. Look a great deal like the 9 MM.

 

[kraynky]

I had a 9mm carbine a few years back, a gorgeous Marlin Camp 9 Deluxe, that took S&W 59xx mags. I rarely took it out to play, so I traded it off. Then as usual, I was soon wanting another 9mm carbine. (why is that?) I ran across a Beretta CX4 Storm locally at a good price, and it takes the same mags as my Beretta 92, so I bought it. Played with it for a while and put it in the safe. They sure go through the ammo with a 30 round mag!

I'll just keep it and be happy, but the Ruger is out there at a good price it seems. I have yet to lay eyes on one, so who knows?

 

[jsfricks]

I was at the Field and Stream store today, part of Dicks Sporting Goods, and they had two of the Ruger PC 9mm Carbines in stock at $599. They say they will match anyone’s price.

 

[TAROMAN]

I will be sticking with my CZ Scorpion EVO 3 S1 Carbine.
My club stages 2-gun (pistol/PCR) matches as well as 3-gun, so it will see a bit of use.

 

[WCCPHD]

I played with one at the Dixie Deer Show today. Its very heavy for what it is. Unless they come out with it in 10MM its off my want list.

 

[Faulkner]

I have an original Ruger PC4 carbine in .40 S&W that I am fond of. Very reliable, plenty accurate, and handles well. I'll be hanging onto it until I see if Ruger is going to make the new PC carbine in .40 or not, I like the idea of being able to use Glock magazines, but until then I'm sticking with my original.