Ruger 22/45

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I've been eyeing these at my local gun shop and I like the one with the wood grips. Actually, I like anything with wood on it, but that's beside the point.
I'd love to get a semi-auto .22 because it would just be good inexpensive practice with a handgun.

My question is this: For those of you that have one, how is the reliability on these things? I have a bit of an obsession with reliability. Assuming I keep it cleaned/lubed and feed it with CCI standard velocity and Mini-mags, can I expect it to function flawlessly? I could put up with a malfunction every brick of ammo or so, but more than that is unacceptable for me.

So, what is your experience with them in terms of reliability & durability? Input is appreciated
 
I have 6 Ruger MK pistols. I only feed them bulk ammo. They feed nearly anything. I generally don't clean them until I get a malfunction or two, which is somewhere between 1k and 3k rounds.
 
Mine has about 3000 rounds through it. I feed it what ever I can find. It does choke every now and again. Maybe a dozen times in those 3000. I keep it pretty clean.

Many people seem to think a VQ extractor cures most malfuctions. But I dont care enough about 22 reliability to buy the part.

I did buy some trigger components from them though. I wasnt impressed with the stock trigger as far as target guns go. It is superb now.

To solve some other minor annoyances I also modded the bolt stop and removed the LCI.
 
Wife has one. Runs good.

My well used S&W actually shoots tighter but the ruger has been fine.

Really likes Win T-22 ammo
 
Any links or info on how to remove the loaded chamber indicator? That's definitely something I'd like to do, possibly along with the magazine disconnect safety
 
As long as it can hit minute-of steel plate I'll be satisfied. Reliability is my number one concern, but it sounds like the 22/45 pretty reliable.

I guess I'm lucky that I can be picky about the .22 ammo I buy, my shop almost always has CCI Standard Velocity and occasionally Mini-Mags. They do run out, but are usually only out for a few days before they get more in stock. No matter what, they always have some kind of .22 in stock, even if it's some generic bulk pack stuff. Is .22lr still scarce in some places?
 
I see 22 around here occasionally, every few weeks I see a small amount somewhere. It is all gone later that day.

Removing the LCI is pretty straight forward. The mag disconnect takes some work and replacement parts however. I dont have links handy. A simple Google search will give you plenty of information.
 
I've had no problems with mine, but I don't have that many rounds through it yet.

Just curious, but why would you want to remove the LCI? Does it cause problems or malfunctions?
 
No. It is just dumb. And ugly. I dont mind certain LCI designs, like the one on my CZ75. But Ruger's big ole flags are obnoxious IMO.
 
i'd like to know that too. i just got mine. it needs mods.
i've tried 4 types of ammo, all around 1200fps. it likes all of them.
 
I've had cases hang up on the LCI...takes no time to remove it...I did not put anything in its place. The mag safety is also very easy to remove...but you need a bushing to drop in its place. A Mark 2 hammer bushing is $7 and works fine. I highly recommend a VQ sear & trigger if you want to upgrade. Well worth the $ IMO

Bought all mine here:

Sear --> http://www.rimfiresports.com/mercha...=RSC&Product_Code=VC2TS&Category_Code=VC2TPRK

Trigger --> http://www.rimfiresports.com/mercha...t_Code=VC2TT/VC3TT-B&Category_Code=VC2TRIGGER

Bushing --> http://www.rimfiresports.com/mercha...=RSC&Product_Code=VC2HB&Category_Code=VC2TPRK

Very good company to deal with
 
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Have one with around 10k down range. Another (lite) with 4-5k through the pipe. Broke a rebound spring @ 5k rounds... The gun still ran... No idea exactly when it broke. Both have VQ trigger, sear, mag disconnect, and slingshot bolt.

The LCI is easy to disable or remove. With the barrel off the frame push out the retaining pin at the underside of the barrel assembly. The LCI and spring should fall out. One has the entire LCI removed. The other just had the spring removed. Both are reliable but I prefer the LCI without the spring to the other. The side blast from the void can be annoying.

Durability: the target model is an absolute tank. This is not a fragile gun. The Lite has notable issues. Prone to barrel leading and barrel/ shroud separation though I have not experienced the latter. The Lite does require more maintenance due to design. Hope this helps.
 
I had the target model. This was the most accurate pistol I've ever shot. Taught many people how to shoot pistols with this. I cleaned it every 500 rounds, but not out of necessity. I honestly can't remember a single problem. I sold mine last year for a new ccw (getting rid of most of my pistols/rifles in .22lr).

Great investment if you can get the ammo.
 
Thanks for sharing your experience so far guys.

Sappyg I appreciate the details on removing the LCI, I will definitely do that.

FYI, I will be getting the standard 22/45 model with wood grips. My LGS has it for $338… I guess that's fair but after I pay the Uncle Sam extortion fee and buy extra magazine I'm planning on needing $400 when I go in to buy the gun.

Speaking of magazines, how many does the 22/45 come with? I like to have at least two backups for my firearms.
 
IIRC they come with 2 mags. WHEN I see them locally (few and far between) I usually pick one up for about 29-30 bucks. 22/45 mags get gone quick.

OTB the gun is is just OK to me. The Buckmark has a better trigger and sights (usually). For 7-8 bucks Removing the mag disconnect and installing the bushing will get you close to an equal footing with the Buckmark.

The 22/45 is by far the shooters choice at the local steel matches though it's rare to see one in stock form.
 
I love mine. I've never had it apart, and I have 5-6 thousand rounds through it. When it gets really gunked up, I blast the action with good ol' WD-40 until it cycles again. I do run a bore snake through it every 300 or so rounds. That's it. I have had very few FTF's, all attributable to a really sludged-up action or deformed, bottom of the tool box rounds. I Bought a mag-tube clamp for a pump shotgun years back for a sure fire light that fits the bull barrel nicely, so this rig has taken many a treed coon at night.
 
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I thought this thread could use some porn...

Here is my target model with VQ trigger hammer and sear mag disco replaced by Mark II hammer bushing, slingshot mod with spring, LCI removed, and the TRS25 mounted on top.

This thing is almost boringly accurate, but can be super fun too. Last time out I was putting all ten rounds on an eight inch steel plate at 25 yards in under five seconds (unscientifically measured).


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Hammer059 said:
I've been eyeing these at my local gun shop and I like the one with the wood grips. Actually, I like anything with wood on it, but that's beside the point.

I'd love to get a semi-auto .22 because it would just be good inexpensive practice with a handgun.



My question is this: For those of you that have one, how is the reliability on these things? I have a bit of an obsession with reliability. Assuming I keep it cleaned/lubed and feed it with CCI standard velocity and Mini-mags, can I expect it to function flawlessly? I could put up with a malfunction every brick of ammo or so, but more than that is unacceptable for me.



So, what is your experience with them in terms of reliability & durability? Input is appreciated
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If you take care of it as described you should have no problems with reliability. I feed mine the cheapest ammo I can get and it only has an FTE/FTF every 500 rounds or so. And it is an extremely accurate pistol also. Definitely worth $300
 
Nice! Those wood grips really rustle my jimmies. I'm looking forward to getting this. The model number of the one I'm getting appears to be #10140
 
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Mine is reliable in loading, even if the ammo is unreliable at times. The front sight has a way of working its screw loose, so be aware of that. Loctite usually fixes it.
 
Yeah, you definately want the one with wood grips. I have handled the ones with just straight polymer. In addition the the cosmetic differences, they are way to thin to be comfortable unless you have tiny hands.

My front sight never came loose. But my scope rail screws have backed out, even with loctite. Idk, maybe oil got in there before it cured. Only happened once so far.
 
I've got one of the 4" bull barrel models without the grips, and it's my toss in the shooting bag and go gun.
It's a complete tank, boringly accurate, and fun to shoot. I don't think I've taken it apart in 4 or 5 years.
 
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