Ruger P90-Any thoughts?

[chasekerion4]

I like Rugers P-series autos...

But, just ONCE before I die, I would like to read a Ruger thread without the phrase "its a tank" regurgitated for the sake of tradition. Catch phrases like that drive me nuts.

I wasn't aware it WAS a catch phrase based on tradition.

Maybe "it holds up like a tracked, armored fighting vehicle"

 

[shooter521]

I used to have a P94, the .40 caliber brother to the P90.

Technically, the P91 was the P90's .40 caliber brother. The P94 is the P90's shorter, younger and more handsome .40cal cousin.

 

[ChalupaCabras]

I wasn't aware it WAS a catch phrase based on tradition.

Maybe "it holds up like a tracked, armored fighting vehicle"

Do a search. Any given thread about Ruger Revolvers or P-series autos will contain the phrase "built like a tank" at least once, if not multiple times by multiple posters.

 

[cce1302]

Do a search. Any given thread about Ruger Revolvers or P-series autos will contain the phrase "built like a tank" at least once, if not multiple times by multiple posters.

I sometimes reply with something to the effect that tanks would be much better off if they were built like Ruger firearms. I have driven and maintained tanks. I may and/or may not own one or more Rugers.

 

[ah1g]

I have a Walther PPK/S and a P90. I prefer the P90. Have never had a problem with it. Very dependable.

 

[CyberGuyPR]

Another happy P series owner here. Had a P89 for years and now I have a P95. The P89 was my training gun and went through 4000 rounds with zero issues. The P95 is my HD gun as has been through 1000 rounds, again with no issues. Great for OC but a pain for CC.

 

[chasekerion4]

Do a search. Any given thread about Ruger Revolvers or P-series autos will contain the phrase "built like a tank" at least once, if not multiple times by multiple posters.

Must be an image thing; but good for Ruger for building products that warrant those kind of responses!

 

[barrelmaker_2002]

I have a KP97DC .45 that is built like a....errr....heavy duty, tracked military vehicle.

Very reliable, accurate, weight eats up recoil nicely and even easy to take apart & clean.

Trigger is just OK though. Also, Not my carry gun - too durn big.

 

[Remmyshooter]

I had a P90 and never had any problems with it. True, it was bulky but I never had it jam on me.

 

[MillerIU]

I had a p90dc and the gun never miss-fired once but then again, I couldnt hit anything with it either!. Swaped it for a glock. Hope I didn't start anything when I said glock!,,,hehehe!

 

[DetroitTackleberry]

I have a P89 which was my first handgun. She has seen 5000+ rounds with out a FTF,FTE, Or any other malfunctions. Keep in mind these are the same design just different calibers.

 

[oldfb]

I have a P89 which was my first handgun. She has seen 5000+ rounds with out a FTF,FTE, Or any other malfunctions. Keep in mind these are the same design just different calibers.

Close to my story but I had the rubber hogues with finger grooves. Carried it concealed for @ 10 years. Tank for a Ruger is like calling a Glock 21 an aircraft carrier with sights. It isn't stereotyping if it is true!
Great all around choice for a traditional hammer/trigger at that price point.

 

[cosermann]

Never had a problem w/a P90. The one with which I've had some experience has a great trigger; better than the several stock SIGs and Glocks with which it has been compared. I've heard reports the other way as well however, so I suggest checking out the trigger on any particular P90 in which you may be interested. Apparently they can vary quite a bit.

 

[DetroitTackleberry]

Close to my story but I had the rubber hogues with finger grooves. Carried it concealed for @ 10 years. Tank for a Ruger is like calling a Glock 21 an aircraft carrier with sights. It isn't stereotyping if it is true!
Great all around choice for a traditional hammer/trigger at that price point.

I also have the Hogue Grip.... I agree if you want a nice gun at a great price Ruger's P series is one to consider. OP good luck on your purchase.

 

[lancinator]

i have a P90, good, reliable, no problems. a little big bit it functions well and mine is the delux model and came with factory aftermarket grips and feels good in the hands and shoots really nice.

 

[Vlad the Impaler]

I have a KP95 DAO as my home pistol.
Not the prettiest girl at the dance and a LONG trigger pull.
Eats everything I've fed it since Y2K.
No safeties besides that LONG trigger pull which I appreciate for a nightstand piece.
Slide lock is very easy to operate.
Did I mention it has a LONG trigger pull.

Your results with a non DAO will likely differ.

 

[JMan]

Love my P90. It is big and hard to carry concealed, but it will eat anything I run through it. I've had close to 1000 rounds through mine now and not a single FTF