Ruger's SR9c Part II
In Part I, the Ruger SR9c was found to be a well mannered and reliably operating compact autoloader. It clearly has aesthetic appeal and quality is exemplary. As a compact autoloader with a 3.5″ barrel, the Ruger’s mechanical specifics and intended range of uses needed to be considered while developing […] [Read More]
The Ruger M77 Hawkeye - 6.5 Creedmoor Part I
My interest in the 6.5 Creedmoor chambered Ruger M77 Hawkeye was derived from my interest in the 6.5×55 Swedish Mauser and my appreciation for the Model 77 Hawkeye. The Ruger M77 Hawkeye is a prime example of modern manufacturing technology yielding a high quality firearm in very traditional form. The […] [Read More]
Ruger's SR9c Part 1
I recently discovered that “Astrophotography” means stumbling around on the driveway in the dark, trying to balance the awkwardly top heavy weight of a tripod mounted telescope, and taking pictures of either the Copernicus… or a backyard yard gopher excavation, depending upon where in the out of control arc of […] [Read More]
Ruger's Truncated Tactical Tack Driver Part I-Designing for purpose not polls...
I pulled a trail camera this AM and, upon review of contents, was reminded of what it means to live in a very rural setting. Wild turkeys hogged the lens during daylight hours, several flocks of hens with and an appropriate number of strutting toms. Nighttime brought the deer, twenty […] [Read More]
Ruger's Bearcat-Backpack and tackle box ready...
First impressions are often the most lasting, but that doesn’t mean they are always correct. Case in point, the Ruger Bearcat. I always thought of the Bearcat as more of a novelty as a single action revolver, perhaps something to have around as a training aid for young small handed […] [Read More]
Ruger's SR-556-What comes after an AR-15?
Having had the opportunity to examine and shoot a good number of AR type firearms, and the opportunity to assemble a few from carefully selected piece parts and subassemblies, I’d have to say that “subtle technological evolution” is a term that best characterizes these types of firearms. Updating changes manifests […] [Read More]
Ruger's KGP141 .357 Magnum-The GP 100 Series Timeless Machine
If I wanted to illustrate why revolvers have remained in high demand, despite the intense marketing of inexpensive plastic framed autoloaders, I would probably just show them this revolver. The gun projects nostalgia, but it also reflects modern manufacturing technology. It is a gun that fits well into a handgun […] [Read More]
Ruger's 77/22® .22 Hornet-I promise there will not bee any puns...
It’s not like I’ve had a lot of exposure to the .22 Hornet. I’d always intended to own one but, in fact, I’ve had only two contacts with firearms chambered for this round. The first through my fleeting association with B-52’s during the ’66-’70 time frame, when the little fold […] [Read More]
Ruger's P90, No Space Between the "P" and the "9" Homer with or without Jethro
The first time I read Homer’s epic poems, The Iliad and The Odyssey, a prerequisite to becoming a high school freshman, I thought it was implausible that a city sacking effort could last ten years when the combined allied participation in World War II lasted only five. I did, however, […] [Read More]
Ruger's M77® Hawkeye® Compact Part II-Short Barrel .308 Winchester Handloads
If you caught Part I, you know Batman wrangled free from the Joker and that the Ruger Hawkeye M77 Compact is an unusual rifle – a very light, well balanced, compact, accurate, short barreled gun. Add in a tough, stabile, weather resistant stock and durable stainless hardware and you’ve got […] [Read More]