Ruger LC9s

Published on August 14, 2014
Duration: 29:25

This guide details how to apply Talon Grips to a Ruger LC9s, enhancing grip and control for concealed carry. The video emphasizes the importance of grip for shooting accuracy, especially with subcompact firearms. hickok45, a highly experienced firearms reviewer, demonstrates the process and its benefits.

Quick Summary

The Ruger LC9s is a striker-fired version of the LC9, featuring a lighter, crisper trigger that breaks further forward, improving accuracy. It's a slim, single-stack 9mm subcompact weighing 17.375 oz, making it ideal for concealed carry. Key features include a trigger safety, optional manual safety, and magazine disconnect.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Initial Shooting
  2. 00:51Striker-Fired Mechanism
  3. 01:39Comparison with Original LC9
  4. 02:41Ergonomics and Grips
  5. 03:46Trigger Critique
  6. 06:11Trigger Break and Reset
  7. 07:11Accuracy Testing
  8. 11:31Weight and Size Comparisons
  9. 13:21Thickness Measurement
  10. 17:16Final Assessment

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key differences between the Ruger LC9s and the original LC9?

The primary difference is the trigger mechanism: the LC9s is striker-fired, offering a lighter and crisper pull, while the original LC9 was hammer-fired with a longer, heavier pull. The LC9s also lacks the internal key lock and features a simplified loaded chamber indicator.

How does the Ruger LC9s compare in size and weight to other subcompact 9mm pistols?

The LC9s weighs 17.375 oz and features a noticeably thinner slide compared to models like the Smith & Wesson M&P Shield, making it highly suitable for concealed carry. It sits competitively among other single-stack 9mm subcompacts.

What are the safety features of the Ruger LC9s?

The Ruger LC9s includes a trigger safety, an optional manual thumb safety, and a magazine disconnect safety, which prevents the pistol from firing when the magazine is removed.

Why is the trigger upgrade on the LC9s considered significant?

The striker-fired trigger on the LC9s breaks much further forward than the original LC9's trigger. This improved break point helps shooters maintain accuracy and reduces the tendency to pull shots low and left, making it easier to shoot effectively.

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