Ruger 22 Charger – Small Size, Big Fun

Ruger 22 Charger

Despite ammo availability issues, the Ruger 22 Charger isn’t gathering any dust on dealer’s shelves. And for good reasons too. This pistol, based on the 10/22 rifle, is still inexpensive to buy and shoot. The model in this review has an MSRP of $349. Even at today’s ammo prices, it’s still affordable to spend an … Read more

Volquartsen Bolt Tune-Up Kit for Ruger Mark Pistols

Volquartsen Bolt Tune-Up Kit for Ruger Mark Pistols

My quest to continue improving my trio of Ruger Mark pistols lead me to the Volquartsen Bolt Tune-Up Kit. This $38 kit contains a firing pin and extractor for the MKI, MKII, MKIII, MK IV, and 22/45 models. While I’ve been able to shoot most ammo without issue, once I added a suppressor, reliability became … Read more

Ruger Security 9 Review: Budget Glock Alternative?

Ruger Security 9 typical 7 yard, 5-shot group

Both the Ruger PC Carbine and PC Charger are compatible with Ruger Security-9 magazines. Since I have both of the PC variants, I figured I should try out the Security 9, as it seems like the ideal companion sidearm. In this Ruger Security 9 review, I’ll cover the pistol’s ergonomics, reliability, accuracy, and overall value. … Read more

Summit Precision Carbon Fiber Barrels

Summit Precision carbon fiber barrel

In my quest to build the ultimate 22 Charger, I got my hands on a Summit Precision carbon fiber barrel. Normally available as an 18.5″ barrel, Summit Precision will do custom lengths. So mine is a 10″ Charger-length barrel. Where many companies are offering a steel barrel with an aluminum sleeve, Summit Precision’s barrels are … Read more