Ruger MK 4 Issues

My issues with the Ruger MK IV
With Red Dot check here: • Ruger MK IV Update!

[@johney4484]

I must admit, in my opinion, that charging ring looks absolutely stupid on that gun. I guess it serves a purpose for you. But wow.

[@whittler3358]

Oh my only issue was the right side safety,, took it off because , like you, jabbing my index finger

[@AllenDelSprdo]

Have a Ruger Mark 1V for over a year no problems, all of a sudden the pistol is STOVE PIPING .I use CCI Mini Mags ammo found out the EXTRACTOR had to be replaced, this is a common problem on these pistols. (Ruger should have a recall on this problem. )

[@reb1050]

I just bought a Ruger Mark IV and when I saw the title of your video, my first thought was "Well damn. What's wrong with the pistol that I was unaware of." Thankfully, all of your issues were non-issues to me. I knew before I even bought the pistol that I would be replacing the sights with fiber optics, front and rear.

[@ritesideofthefence5857]

I lived in socal for many years from 1965 to 2019 and I bought my mk1 , 2 and three while there. I got my mk4 after I left.

[@alegroman4294]

Hi, since the third screw backs out then it must be loose. When you screw it in, it hits the spring. So the screw has to be somewhere in the middle (loose) so as not to cause any problem. For those not wanting to install a rail, maybe some locktite so the screw does not back out again.

[@714SNF]

FREE CALIFORNIA

[@marvinchang7077]

One of the most beautiful gun ever!

[@EVILDR235]

To make up for the narrower MK4 grip area for charging the firearm, I just stock a MK2 bolt in the MK4 which is wider making it easier to charge the pistol.

[@thundertmf]

Its a mister potato head gun, I bought mine, took the grips off replaced em with checkered walnut grips, took out the bolt carrier group and replaced with a volquartzen bolt carrier group, got a custom plate and mounted a holosun 507c red dot on it, negating the iron sights, got a Q erector suppressor for it (my mk Iv is the tactical with the 1/2 x 28 threaded barrel) after all that, i'm considering getting the volquartzen mamba upper to replace the super heavy stock bull barrel on it, so yeah, they are mister potato head guns that most people customize the hell out of them beyond anything it originally was, lol

[@jackandroid8489]

Thanks for sharing. I have my eyes on this and a Ruger revolver. Since I can't decide maybe I'll buy both! Lol.

[@Martinbergin]

I live in Ireland,I have a ruger mk4 target too,yes I too upgraded the fore sight but that's all,it's perfect other than the basic sights.

[@Duskyming160]

I got one too from CA. Not the model I wanted but i'll take what I can get in these times. Paid $549.95 from Turner's Outdoorsman. Add $50 for tax and $50 for DROS and background check. Grand total: $650.00

[@gamebozco]

I really want the stainless steel but I too live in California so I got this as well. Very nice tips on the mod.

[@MrPir84free]

For older folks, fiber optic sights are a boon, unless one goes with red dot sights. The Smith & Wesson Victory 22 has some really decent fiber optic sights front and back. I believe the trigger is a little bit better than the Rugers.

[@cjanquart]

Heh just got mine this weekend and running the same grips (I have them on my Mk II as well) but I did pick up a set of G10 scales from Volquartsen and while they look and feel great, I'm just more accustomed to the Hogue grip.

[@James-fs4rn]

Just got one and was disappointed to find a plastic front sight as well. Too much like a toy pellet gun. Otherwise a really nice piece.

[@thomasholohan4090]

Hmm...I have a MKII bull barrel target pistol. It has been very accurate and reliable for many years. Agree that cleaning is complicated, but not excessively so IMO. Thought about a MK IV, but am not enamored of an aluminum frame and plastic sights versus steel frame and sights. I will pass for now...

[@whittler3358]

Try TKs blast pack,,, worth the $80! I have the22/45 model and love it!

[@clee6746]

I have the stainless steel version of the same pistol and I have different issues. The front sight(it's metal) is not centered, it bends to the right, no wonder I always shoot to the left when I first got the gun. The other issue is the barrel sits loose on the receiver; when I shake the receiver, the barrel rattles on top. I used to own a MK II but no issues. I believe Ruger quality is slipping badly.