Ruger mark 2 info and price check

[phantomak47]

I have a family memeber that is the market for a ruger 22 pistol and he found the following pistols at a local gunshop. I dont really know anything about ruger pistols, so I appricate your help. He is only interested in Rugers.

How are these prices?

1.a gently used competition model with a 51/2 inch Bull Barrel for $345 & it comes with a Tasco pin point scope. ( I know Tascos arent very good scopes)

2. What about the Mark III model? They are selling them for $375.

Is the Mark 3 a better pistol? Should which is a better deal. Any suggestions about rugers are welcome.thanks

 

[Rob1035]

they both seem high. the MKII should be in the 250 range.

I'd rather have a MKII, the new 'features' dont do anything for me but make disassembly more difficult. I'm very happy with my MKII 22/45

 

[ewb45acp]

You should pay mid 200s for a MK II. I recently purchased a MK III. I like it but the trigger is not as good as my MK II.

The Browning Buckmark is another option. I don't own one, but many people speak very highly of them.

 

[wally]

Main problem with the Mark II is the heel mag release -- my wife hates it because its hard on her nails Browning buckmark probably has the best triger you will get on a factory .22 that is not high $$$ made for serious competition, and has the "proper" thumb button mag release.

Both have frame mounted safeties rotate the "correct" way and IMHO are equally a PITA to take down for cleaning -- Ruger comes apart easy enough, goes together like a Chinese puzzle, Buckmark needs hex wrenches and removal of the rear sight

OTOH, using spray automotive brake parts cleaner and modern teflon "dry lubes" I've not taken either apart in a very long time. Generally then need cleaning after 1000-1500 round of cheap ammo (Remington Bulk Pak, Federal Champion, Winchester Wildcat, Remington Thunderbolt -- all about $8/500 when I buy 'em).

I picked up my bottom of the line Browning Buckmark for $240 not so long ago, probably the best bang for the buck in a .22 pistol right now but extra mags are usually ~$10 more than for Ruger

--wally.

 

[RoyG]

I got a used 5 1/2 inch Bull Barrel 22/45 Mark II for $200 plus tax in a pawn shop a couple of months ago.

At Christmas time a dealer here had the 4 inch Bull Barrel 22/45 Mark II for $210 NIB. This one came predrilled with a scope rail.


And BTW... I love both of them!!!

 

[Russ]

I have a Mark II model 512. Got it new several years ago for $299. I also have an old Browning Buckmark. At the time I bought mine it was called the Challenger III. Walnut grips, etc. Same gun. The buckmark mags fit it fine.

I like them both. Nothing feels better in my hand than a Browning. I have a Hi Power also.

However, if I had to choose one of the .22's, I would go for the Ruger. It feels good and is a more stout pistol IMHO. More accurate too, again IMHO.

Get both. .22's are really fun to shoot and very cheap.

 

[jed]

The Mark II quality is spotty in my view. Some become
jammomatics. I would be careful of buying a used one for
it may be for sale because it is a jammomatic.

If one can try the exact gun (shooting it), you will be able
to tell if it is.

Ruger Customer service leaves something to be desired in this aspect. There are some parts that they will not sell to you and require you to send it back at your expense.

Some customers report better luck with Ruger Service.
However, I am guided by my experience.

For all of the above some Mark II s are definitely good to
excellent examples. I shall never purchase another new
or used and if given to me, I would sell it.

Your experiences will be different, but maybe not better.

 

[phantomak47]

One other thing I forgot to mention, how much would the Mark III be in Stainless steel?

 

[DrAmazon]

Mark II quirks (lovable!)

IMHO go with the Mark II, not the Mark III. I've heard rumors that the Mark III might be recalled, and that they are harder to work on.

Between myself and my Dad, we've had at least a dozen Mark IIs. I love them. I love that they will function with darned near any ammo you'll put into them, from the cheapest Wal-Mart ammo up to the European target loads. If it jams, it is cleaning time.

I love all the ways you can improve them. Gil Hebard sells an extended magazine release for about $10 that helps with the long fingernail problem. (Gil Hebard 309-289-2700-no web site but great customer service. Catalog is $1)

Many curse reassembly of the Mark II after cleaning. It's not too bad one you get the hang of it. Official Ruger instructions at www.ruger.com/Firearms/PDF/01.pdf. Another version at http://www.geocities.com/baneddo/index.html. I can't find my favorite version at the moment. I'll keep looking.