Comments on: Ruger SR9: First Impressions

By: J. Knight

J. Knight — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 02:46:19 +0000

My husband and I decided to get our carry permits, so we went to the gun shop that held the classes. I took a 22 Beretta pistol with me to take the test with. I went into the range with a glock they had in the case, it was nice.. Then I shot the SR9C, WOW love at first fire! I purchased that gun before class started that morning and thats what I used to take my range test. Now what you havent heard is with the 22 I was all over the place and fear I wouldnt pass my test as this was the 2ND time in 15 yrs that I fired a hand gun. I was worried as you can imagine, Well I am pleased to tell all downers of this handgun that I not only passed my range test but I passed with a 50 out of 50 hits to the core of the target. This handgun is a great fit!

By: Marky Larky

Marky Larky — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 04:31:37 +0000

(yawn)???? A Glock-like reliable 9mm that is $125.00 less expensive than the Glock get’s a yawn? Pray tell what would wipe that yawn off your face? Little breasts on the trigger guard or something? That sort of excites me considering that the gun is made in the USA by an American company employing U.S. citizens.

I’ve got one ordered which will be here in 2 days and if it’s anywhere near as reliable either of my Glocks it will be a tremendous achievement. Most guns that are not as reliable as Glocks tend to cost much more money than a Glock.
Go figure.

By: Anton

Anton — Tue, 26 May 2009 15:53:28 +0000

i just bought the sr9 in may 2009 i already put 1000 rounds with the gun i shot all kinds of ammo from winchecter FMJ to corbon JHP +P no problems at all not even one jam its acurate how ever the trigger was alittle stiff how it sure gets beeter the more you shhot the gun over all impression very satisfied now one more thing as far as the mag safety and loaded chamber idecator we in CA, are requierd to have those.

By: Eric

Eric — Sat, 28 Mar 2009 20:35:38 +0000

I purchased an SR9 Feb 2009. I shot 300 rounds the first week I got it. Not one jam. A couple of experienced shooters from the Los Angeles County Sheriffs office tried this gun out and were very impressed. The gun is very accurate and handles like a 1911 without the heavy kick. For a better review please check out nut and fancy video review. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IpTaV3A2jIE&feature=channel

I came across this clip just a little while ago.

Customer service is great.
Like to say thank you to John K. at Sturm Ruger for the great customer experience.

Please don’t take my word for it, you must experience this for yourself.

By: mike pettus

mike pettus — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 00:41:16 +0000

I am very disapointed with my sr9. It has been back out of the box for repairs and returned after two months still malfunctioning. I would not trust this pistol in a self-defense situation. I have as yet not gotten any satisfaction from Ruger about the matter

By: Harry

Harry — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 10:23:03 +0000

The SR9 is a hit with me! I have very large hands and this pistol is the only striker fired gun that feels as good as a 1911 in my hand. The XD has the same grip angle, but the handle is wider than a 1911. The SR9 is a bit thinner than a 1911 and does it ever get back on target quick!!!!!

Bottom line, this thing shoots better than any striker fired guns I have shot, and I have shot them all. If you like to shoot 1911s, but want a cheaper to shoot 9mm, this might be your best choice. With a 17 round magazine this thing carries almost a full box of ammo!

As for the trigger, I shot the post-recall gun and it has improved greatly.

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By: Bill

Bill — Thu, 08 Jan 2009 22:02:26 +0000

I recently recieved an SR9 for Christmas from my wife, it is the first handgun I’ve ever owned, but not the first I’ve ever fired/used. I am a veteran of the U.S. Army and was in OIF/OEF 3. I am quite familiar with the Army’s 9mm Beretta and have never been very happy with it. My current job as an armed guard had me qualify and carry a Glock .40cal. I like the Glock for it ease of firing but would much rather carry my SR9 as the grip fits so much better in my hand. Take down was in my opinion much better and safter than trying to take the Glock apart. The high capacity magazine was also an added bonus. Shortly after recieving my SR9 I went to the range and over the next few days went and fired about 300 rounds through it, and did not experience any problems what so ever. I am very pleased with this weapon and would place mine and my wife’s life on its reliability.

By: bear

bear — Mon, 22 Dec 2008 09:03:11 +0000

bought an sr-9 and lcp on same day. both work great and both have worked great so far. lcp is my back up at work and fits in my vest great. sr-9 felt nice and might take space on off duty work.

so far no complaints and like both just fine. would reccomend to anyone if it fits your hand.

By: Eben

Eben — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 20:50:28 +0000

I had no plans for getting a new gun OR concealed carry permit until I saw the Ruger SR9 at the Shot Show. The narrow profile and styling reminded me of a Colt Pocket 32 my Dad used to have. I had never seen a double stack magazine hangun that fit my hand before. After that Shot Show viewing, we dreamed up an excuse to buy Ruger SR9 pistols for in-house security at our place of business and protect our key people in transit back and forth from home.
At the range, the SR9 hit plenty accurate with reliable function shot after shot. I expected the trigger to be difficult but it’s not. Even shooting one handed with my left hand and left eye I hit the bulleseye every time at 20 ft.
Right now my SR9 sits in my desk drawer loaded with 17 rounds plus one in the chamber with the safety on. The drawer is locked at night until I get my carry permit. Then it will go back and forth from home to work with me. My Carry Permit Instructor also has an SR9 and his Bianchi Carry Lock holster looked like about the best idea for retention and concealment. By the way, he LOVES his SR9… I’m wondering if TD actually handled an SR9 before writing his review. I absolutely love my SR9 and will recommend it highly!