I don't see why anyone gets confused,
the last two digits from the previous generation become the first two digits of this generation. The third digit is now the action type, but it’s also the frame size. The last digit is the frame material, but it’s also the overall finish. Now, there are also a couple random three-digit outliers, like the 908 and the 457, plus there’s the CS9 and the like, which are subcompact models with alloy frames and stainless slides. Outside of these, you can rely on the third digit to inform you of where the decocker is mounted—a two, a three, or a seven means the decocker is mounted on the frame instead of the slide, but the seven also denotes a midsized frame whereas two would be standard and three compact. On the other hand, if it’s a double-action-only pistol, respective frame size is represented by a four instead of a two, a five instead of a three, and an eight instead of a seven. If the fourth digit was a six, the finish would be stainless, unless the frame was alloy, in which case the fourth digit would be a three. A four indicates that the gun is black and alloy, because if it was steel the number would be a five.
Simple really
if i start to bond with inanimate objects im giving up the hobby.
And I'm pretty sure it's illegal in many places
Ruger was harmed by Bill begging congress via letters, to enact a capacity limits for the peasants. It was never the guns that hurt them.