2018 Ruger LC9S: Near Perfect Carry Gun

Published on July 17, 2016
Duration: 25:52

This expert guide, drawing from Nutnfancy's extensive testing, details the Ruger LC9S's significantly improved striker-fired trigger system compared to its predecessor. It covers technical specifications, performance during range testing with various ammunition, and comparative analysis against other popular concealed carry pistols. The review highlights the LC9S as a top-tier, near-perfect option for defensive carry due to its reliability, accuracy, and exceptional value, especially noting the trigger's contribution to its performance.

Quick Summary

The Ruger LC9S is a near-perfect concealed carry pistol, praised for its significantly improved striker-fired trigger, excellent accuracy, and exceptional value. Weighing 17.2 oz and measuring 0.9 inches wide, it offers reliable performance with a trigger pull around 4 lbs 14 oz, rectifying the flaws of the original LC9 design.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Original Ruger LC9 Critique
  2. 01:38Introduction to Ruger LC9S
  3. 05:12Model Variations and Aesthetics
  4. 06:26Accuracy and Range Performance
  5. 08:36Technical Specifications and Weight
  6. 10:41Trigger Analysis and Safety Features
  7. 12:44Competitive Comparison
  8. 15:02Final Assessment

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Ruger LC9S a good concealed carry pistol?

The Ruger LC9S is considered a near-perfect carry gun due to its significantly improved striker-fired trigger, excellent accuracy for its size, high reliability, and exceptional value, fixing the major flaws of the original LC9 design.

How does the Ruger LC9S trigger compare to the original LC9?

The LC9S features a striker-fired system that drastically improves the trigger pull compared to the original LC9, which was notoriously poor. The LC9S trigger is consistently measured around 4 lbs 14 oz, offering a much better shooting experience.

What are the key technical specifications of the Ruger LC9S?

The Ruger LC9S weighs 17.2 oz with a finger rest magazine, is 0.9 inches wide, and has a 3.12-inch barrel. It typically comes with 7+1 or 9+1 round capacity magazines.

How does the Ruger LC9S perform in accuracy tests?

During range testing with various ammunition, the Ruger LC9S demonstrated excellent accuracy for a sub-compact pistol, achieving tight groups at 5 to 9 yards, even during rapid fire, thanks to its improved trigger system.

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