The Truth About The Ruger 57: 1000 Round Review

Published on November 28, 2020
Duration: 18:40

The Ruger-57 1000-round review highlights its low recoil and accuracy, making it a fun plinking or hunting option. However, significant reliability issues, specifically 5-6 failures to feed, and the high cost and limited availability of 5.7x28mm ammunition make it unsuitable for self-defense according to the reviewer. The trigger is described as having significant take-up and a mushy break with a long, quiet reset.

Quick Summary

The Ruger 57 experienced 5-6 failures to feed (nose-dive) during a 1000-round test, making it unsuitable for self-defense according to the reviewer. While it offers low recoil and accuracy for plinking or hunting, its trigger has significant take-up and a mushy break.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Channel Support
  2. 00:49Review Context: Ammo Cost & Availability
  3. 01:275.7x28mm Caliber History & Design
  4. 03:19Pros vs. Cons of the Ruger 57
  5. 04:30Reliability Issues: Failures to Feed
  6. 06:21Capacity & Low Recoil Explained
  7. 06:50Physical Features & Sights
  8. 08:11Detailed Trigger Analysis
  9. 09:00Ideal Use Cases: Hunting & Carry
  10. 13:55Ruger 57 vs. FN Five-seveN Comparison
  11. 16:56Final Verdict: Fun Gun, Not Self-Defense?

Frequently Asked Questions

What were the main reliability issues with the Ruger 57 in the 1000-round test?

The Ruger 57 experienced 5-6 failures to feed during the 1000-round test. These malfunctions involved rounds nose-diving into the feed ramp, which is a significant concern for reliability.

How does the Ruger 57's trigger perform?

The trigger is an internal single-action design with noticeable take-up and a mushy break. The reset is long, quiet, and lacks tactile feedback, which can make precise follow-up shots more challenging.

Is the Ruger 57 suitable for self-defense according to this review?

No, the reviewer would not trust the Ruger 57 for self-defense due to the experienced malfunctions. While fun and accurate for plinking or hunting, its reliability issues were a major drawback.

What are the pros and cons of the 5.7x28mm cartridge in the Ruger 57?

Pros include very low recoil and flat shooting. Cons are high noise levels, limited ammo availability, and lower kinetic energy compared to standard handgun rounds, despite its velocity.

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