[JJ_BPK]

Not a ruger fan, so I can't help with the review..

Before you get the misses a light weight and/or small CCW,, try one at the range. There is a reason Browning made the 1911 42 oz..


I carry S&W J frames. Combined I probably have shot 3K in ammo. From cheap re-loads to top-end hunting, like Speer Gold-Dot.

M940, 9mm, 23oz, 1 1/2 inch
M60, 357, 24oz, 3 inch
M342, 38spl +P, 10.5oz, 1 1/2 inch

Points of Interest:

1)weight, Less is GOOD,, in your pocket,, My 342 @ 10.5(12+oz loaded) is great for shorts. I sometimes use an old soft sunglasses zipper case and hang it from a belt loop. I can't do that with the other two, at 26 & 28 OZ loaded they need a belt & holster to support them, or jacket.

2)weight, Less is BAD, I carry Speer GD short barrel +P in the 342,, it hurts to practice. So I shoot the 940 with 9mm GD +P. The extra 14 oz make a significant difference. The 357 with GD +P is unpleasant but manageable.

Where ever you choose, I recommend Speer GD "SHORT BARREL". The reduction in flash helps indoors and under low light.


ME: 65 YO with moderately arthritic body.. YMMV

PS: I also cary two(2) 8rd QuickStrip, for a total carry of 21 rounds, a very manageable 22.5 oz package.