Ruger P95 vs. Taurus 24/7

Welcome to THR. I have owned the P94 (metal framed p95) for many years and it is an excellent weapon. I have held but not fired the 24/7 and was impressed. I have also heard great things aboout it. You probably won't go wrong either way but I know you will like the Ruger.

Can't speak about the Taurus, but I've had a Ruger P95DC for several years. It's probably one of the best values for the $ I've found in a 9mm. I've put about 500 rounds through it without a single hiccup. I trust it.

My Ruger P95 has many thousands of rounds through it. It goes bang every time, even when I clean it.

There are more ergonomically and aesthetically pleasing guns out there, but few more reliable.

I would go with the Ruger and not look back if you have already shot it and like it.

Also, something to keep in mind, as far as warranty issues go, I haven't heard anything bad reagarding Ruger being difficult to deal with in regards to sending something back for repair. I have on the other hand heard that Taurus is slow to respond to warranty claims and God only knows when they will get your firearm back to you.

To me the "After The Sale" Customer Service and Support is very important. I want to know that I can get my firearm working again as soon as possible without unneccessary delays.

Biker

Is there an echo in here.both are good guns.I have owned their cousins a mill-pro and p89.the p95 would make a good all around gun.I would suggest the decocker model.the taurus is a nice gun also and a 24/7 and mill-pro would make nice companion pieces (same MOA).but as oyhers have said since you already like how the ruger shoots I'd steer that way.
and welcome to THR

My p95dc has over 30,000 rounds through it, and has never had a failure. It rattles pretty bad now, but still shoots nice groups at 25 yards. I highly recommend it.

I have the 24/7 Pro 9mm. About 2,000 rounds through it with only one jam that was caused by one of my handloads. Great pistol, VERY comfortable in the hand, good looking, 17+1 capacity, second-strike capability, and a manual safety (if that matters to you).

I would trust my life to the Ruger but not the Taurus. If you shoot the Taurus you will buy the Ruger and it also has a second strike capability. A gun you should checkout and seriously consider is the S&W M&P 9 (or better yet 40). Shooting is believing!! Law enforcement is buying these in droves and can be had for $425 - $475 and WELL worth the exrta over the other 2.

This is all nice , but there are some differences that need consideration.
Have the Ruger P95DC and the cousin of the Taurus 24/7, a PT111.

Different guns,different trigger actions.
For those used to DA/SA semi-autos the Ruger P95 makes good sense.

For those who are used to revolvers or DAO triggered pistols, or ones with similar trigger types such as this, the 24/7 is more logical in some ways.

Different trigger types demand a different mindset and shooting techniques to become proficient.

Since the Ruger is a heavy trigger pull for the first shot and light single action pull for each shot thereafter, one has to concentrate on adjusting to the two different trigger pulls on this particlar model. Can be done with proper training and practice. No problem.

With the 24/7, which has the light DAO ,or actually SA/DA capability,the trigger pull is more consistant shot for shot. This still takes a different set of training and practice fundementals to become proficient compared to the Ruger.

If this is a first time buy, then either brand will do. which ever fits the user and his needs.

If this is a purchase and the user is used to a particular action and trigger, then he should go with what he is familiar with.

I am not saying one can never learn to shoot both trigger types proficiently. It can be done. Just that it is simpler and less complicated to go with what one knows and is familiar with already.

For example, since I own one of each trigger type to get the best out of a range session, spending time doing dryfiring to get used to the jist of the gun going to the range.

Only one trigger type goes along at each range session.Since a range session is to have goals making things more complex then they need to be just hampers getting to those goals.

It works for me, but others may feel differently or be able to make the switch more easily.

Both brands mentioned are good examples of their type. Could raise accolades for both, but it boils down to which fits your needs.

Try them both out as much as possible. Even if it's just handling them at the store,range, or club.

Having short stubby fingers and small hands would make me say consider the 24/7 first, but then the Ruger has to be considered valid as well.

I purchased a Ruger 95-DC when they first came out and wouldn't part with it. I added a Hogue Handall slip on grip and it shoots like a dream. Accuracy and reliability are great and I've lost count of the number of rounds I've run through it without a single misfire. Yes, the slide doesn't fit like a Kimber, but the Ruger never misses a beat and disassembly for cleaning is a piece of cake.

I bought my first non-shooter, a limited edition 45 Colt Silver Dragon, but if I bought a 45 to shoot, it would be a Ruger 345.

I don't think you can go wrong with the Ruger...

I've had nothing but good luck with the 4 Taurus handguns I've owned so far (3 revolvers and the 24/7's little brother, a PT140 Millennium Pro). I just finally sold off a Ruger KP345 that was nothing but trouble so I am a little put off by Ruger right now.

I used to have a Ruger KP89. It was 100% reliable, but not very accurate. It didn't feel very good to me either. I never really warmed to it and sold it after less than a year.

The only Ruger autos right now that I'd have any interest in would be the P95 or maybe a P90.

The P95 that so many have suggested will probably be a good gun for you. If it fits you it may be accurate (Rugers, except the 345 with a different ergonomic design, are not usually accurate for me). It should be reliable.

My vote goes with the Taurus. I've heard a lot of good things about the 9mm and .40S&W 24/7 (I'm still steering clear of the .45ACP, and I usually suggest the same from others, since I've heard some negative info about the .45, but even so it is probably fine too- just being cautious). In 9mm and .40S&W, it sounds like they may be up there with some of the best. I've had great luck with my (similar but compact) PT 140 M. Pro. Accuracy should be good to great, reliability should be good, ergonomics should be good (but do at least try to handle one and dry fire it before you buy to check the ergonomics for you) and the price is right.