NEW Ruger American Compact .45 ACP (Gray) - TheFirearmGuy

Published on March 28, 2020
Duration: 6:37

This guide details the field stripping process for the Ruger American Compact .45 ACP, as demonstrated by TheFirearmGuy. It covers the essential steps for safely disassembling the pistol for cleaning and maintenance, emphasizing the importance of a thorough safety check before proceeding. The process is presented as straightforward, typical of the Ruger American line.

Quick Summary

The Ruger American Compact .45 ACP (Gray) offers a factory gray Cerakote finish at an MSRP of $579, matching the all-black model. It features interchangeable grip modules, a Picatinny rail, Novak 3-dot sights, and comes with three 7-round magazines. Field stripping involves ensuring the firearm is unloaded, locking the slide, pressing the disassembly lever, and removing the slide, recoil spring, and barrel.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Live Firing Demonstration
  2. 00:14Introducing Gray Compact .45 ACP
  3. 00:34Features and Pricing
  4. 00:53Pro Model and Safety Options
  5. 01:01Comparison to Competition Model
  6. 01:37Magazine Configuration
  7. 02:13Grip Modules and Ergonomics
  8. 02:29Features and Trigger Specs
  9. 02:49Overall Value and Appeal
  10. 03:08Range Performance Overview
  11. 03:1515-Yard Shooting (Two-Handed)
  12. 03:2615-Yard Shooting (One-Handed)
  13. 03:5030-Yard Shooting
  14. 04:24Defensive Loads at 15 Yards
  15. 04:42Field Stripping and Internals
  16. 05:24Accuracy and Price Value
  17. 06:11Final Thoughts and Recommendation

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Ruger American Compact .45 ACP (Gray)?

The Ruger American Compact .45 ACP (Gray) features a factory gray Cerakote finish on its frame and slide, interchangeable grip modules, a Picatinny rail, and Novak 3-dot sights. It comes with three 7-round magazines and has a trigger pull weight of approximately 5.5 lbs.

How do you field strip the Ruger American Compact .45 ACP?

To field strip the Ruger American Compact .45 ACP, first ensure it's unloaded. Lock the slide to the rear, press the disassembly lever on the frame, allow the slide to move forward, and then remove the recoil spring assembly and barrel.

What is the MSRP for the Ruger American Compact .45 ACP (Gray)?

The MSRP for the Ruger American Compact .45 ACP (Gray) is $579. Notably, this price is the same as the all-black version, making the gray Cerakote finish a no-cost aesthetic upgrade.

How does the Ruger American Compact .45 ACP compare to the Competition model?

The Compact .45 ACP (Gray) has a 3.75-inch barrel and typically 7-round magazines, while the Competition model features a 5-inch barrel, lightning cuts, fiber optic sights, and 17-round magazines, making it suited for competition.

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