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Member Section => Handguns => Topic started by: Ichiban on June 20, 2008, 03:14:33 PM
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Saw this on the Ruger web site:
6/19/08 Update – The redesign has been finalized and the first new parts are arriving. The first wave of shipping boxes has been sent to customers and we are receiving pistols for retrofit daily. We are ramping up our retrofit operation and plan to be retrofitting SR9 pistols at a rate of 1,000 per week by July 1st. Please remember that the pistols will be retrofitted on a first-come, first-served basis, so there may be a delay in receiving your shipping box, depending upon when you registered for the recall. Thank you for your patience.
Finally, light at the end of the tunnel. Now where's my damn box?!?
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I'm going to wait awhile before I look at one to see if the retrofit is working. I hope it does for the sake of those who bought one but I ain't takin bets!!!!!
Richard
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What do you mean if the retro fit is working?
We aren't talking about a no fire or pull issue here.
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What's an SR9? Are you talking about that paperweight I keep in my safe? They're going to put a trigger in it?
I thought it was just a paperweight.
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I'm talking "drop test" type retrofit works. I'm sure the original was tested at the factory and it worked there but in actual use it didn't. I hope this one works at the factory and in actual use so that another recall isn't necessary.
Richard
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What's an SR9? Are you talking about that paperweight I keep in my safe? They're going to put a trigger in it?
I thought it was just a paperweight.
Something somewhat south of a gritty 10 pounds, I hope. I really do like the thing and would like to buy another for my 18 year old....it's what he likes. But they've got to get the trigger right.
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Something somewhat south of a gritty 10 pounds, I hope. I really do like the thing and would like to buy another for my 18 year old....it's what he likes. But they've got to get the trigger right.
i still dont have a clue what you are talking about, my trigger pull is smooth and only about 6 lbs. i am pryaing that they dont touch the trigger pull on mine
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Previous quote:
I really do like the thing and would like to buy another for my 18 year old....it's what he likes.
Has he looked at any others?
http://www.best9mm.com/
The SR9 would be higher on the list, but that pesky recall dropped it down.
Just curious.
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So are the SR9.1s, or SR9 MkIIs (whatever) available now? ;)
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http://www.best9mm.com/
The SR9 would be higher on the list, but that pesky recall dropped it down.
Just curious.
Wow! Strong bias against the Glock.
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Wow! Strong bias against the Glock.
The article on the Glock praised the G34 and said as a carry gun would be a winner.
The Glock 19 is the lightest pistol on this page. If our top 25 list was for carry guns, the Glock 19 could be the winner. The Glock has a low and strange brick feel, even though performance is very good. Glock has a reputation for durability, plus replacement parts are cheap. This is one of the most popular police carry guns. Glock does have a cult following, and ranking it #14 will upset many. If you want a Glock range champion, spend the extra money for the awesome G34. We owe Glock many thanks for giving us confidence in polymer framed pistols.
Don't want you and Hawkfish to get too down ericire, consider it this way,... The other manufacturers stepped up after the "G" gun came out. They (Glock) raised the bar and other manufacturers got smart and caught up. Parts for Glock "used" to be expensive, but as with any free market, competition came in and benefits all of us with more than one great reliable 9mm platform.
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Contacted SR, they said the new and improved SR9 should be available in July.
Considering the P85, P85 MkII, and P89 (now discontinued), may be one more SR9 before they get it right. ;)
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Contacted SR, they said the new and improved SR9 should be available in July.
Considering the P85, P85 MkII, and P89 (now discontinued), may be one more SR9 before they get it right. ;)
Don't do it!! In November you'll be waiting for your recall box and looking forward to your free Ruger cap or silicone cloth or something.
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My SR9 has never had a gritty pull. A bit heavy, maybe (no way to measure), but smooth. Trigger breaks cleanly, and the reset is fairly short and positive...not spongy like the M&P9 I've tried.
-JT
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After firing several Glock models, S&W Sigma series 9mm and .40 M&P series .40, Taurus 24/7 and a few Kimbers I don't have one bad thing to say about the SR9 trigger. Hell half of those guns look as if the trigers could be snapped off if pulled too hard.
Other than the bullshit recall Ruger has graced us with anyone who complains about the SR9 will complain abou anything they don't own.
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THEY PAID THEIR MONEY bitch all you want.
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THEY PAID THEIR MONEY bitch all you want.
Hard earned money + feel good gun purchase - gun gets recalled - waiting in limbo for the fix= You have paid for the right to BITCH all you want and then some
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Saw a post elsewhere from someone who says they got their SR9 back from Ruger w/ the recall work:
1) Poster's entire slide was replaced.
2) Free mag may have had a yellow follower (post was a little vague)
And the slightly disturbing bit...
3) The trigger is now a Glock/XD-type trigger, with the little safety thingie on it.
I have yet to see any other reports from people getting their post-recall SR9 back, so I can't verify if this report on the new trigger is true. No pics were offered, and there was also no report on how the new trigger performed.
-JT
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Some fuzzy photos were posted on the Ruger forum this morning and it does indeed look like the trigger safety found on other striker fired polymer handguns. That disappoints me but I'll have to hold final judgment until I see how it performs.
That is, if I ever get a fricking box.
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I'm with you on the "If I ever get a friggin' box"...
It's just plain disappointing...
I may just wait until it's all repaired and trade it in on something else, just so I don't own it anymore.
Now if I could just talk my wife into selling her GP-161 in protest...
Naw, it'll never happen.
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Ruger updated their recall site with an explanation of the changes.
http://www.ruger-firearms.com/SR9Recall/PDF/7-08Update.pdf (http://www.ruger-firearms.com/SR9Recall/PDF/7-08Update.pdf)
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The term "halfassed" has taken on a whole new meaning.
If I wanted a Glock I would have bought one thanks for the complete failure Ruger why not just add a large Do not drop decal on the slide instead?
Add a few more safties and it will be real nice!
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(http://www.ruger.com/SR9Recall/images/NewTrig-T.jpg)
http://www.ruger.com/SR9Recall/?utm_source=DRTV&utm_medium=Banner&utm_content=SR9Recall&utm_campaign=DRTVSR9Recall
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I take that you disagree?
Sorry but if they are going to add a trigger safty then they need to supply a different slide and eliminate the thumb saftey.
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I take that you disagree?
Sorry but if they are going to add a trigger safty then they need to supply a different slide and eliminate the thumb saftey.
I suspect the "-10" refered to the information, not the post.
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I'd like to know what Mr. Bane's thoughts on this new trigger design are.
Well, if they remove the thumb safety and put on a new slide, will that new slide say "Glock" on the side?
-JT
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Ruger just shipped us one SR9 with the new trigger. Michael will have a report ready as soon as he has had a chance to take it to the range.
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Ruger should offer a buy back.
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As I said over at the Ruger forum, if I wanted a Glock trigger, I'd have bought a Glock!
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Well I got a box today but it wasn't from Ruger, it was black and has a big G on it.
I gave up on Rugers waiting game and my local shop let me trade my non-recall fixed SR9 in on a brand new Glock 21C for a small price of $130. Which in my opinion was a pretty good deal since I got plenty of use out of the SR9 and will not have to wait to get it fixed.
I hate to say this but I like the 21C much better too.
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So while he hasn't range tested it yet, MB says the new "Glocky" trigger (in dry firing) has improved the pull and the over travel. Maybe I'll hang on and wait 'till they've upgraded mine and try it out before just getting rid of it.
Also, I did go online and re-register for the recall, explained in a note at the bottom how long I've been waiting, that I had registered back in very early April, etc., . I actually got an email response asking me to be patient and that I should recieve a box within a month.
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Ok - I just sent my SR9 back for the retrofit. Has anyone out there gotten theirs back yet? Is the trigger feel any better, etc? I'd love to hear your reviews...
Jamo
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If you want a good wheel gun you can't go wrong with a Ruger. Auto's on the other hand are best bought from another manufacturer! (Just my opinion!)
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If you want a good wheel gun you can't go wrong with a Ruger. Auto's on the other hand are best bought from another manufacturer! (Just my opinion!)
Yup - Wheel-guns built like the proverbial brick S house - But I have never handled a semi-auto from Ruger that I said mmmmm I gotta get me one of these.... NEVER.
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So today I called the shop where I bought my SR9 back in March. They told me they can't take the gun in trade until it's fixed.
The good news is, they said that their boxes came today, so mine should be soon or on it's way.
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So today I called the shop where I bought my SR9 back in March. They told me they can't take the gun in trade until it's fixed.
The good news is, they said that their boxes came today, so mine should be soon or on it's way.
I hope its a quick turnaround for you jay, the days of the "paperweight" should soon be over.
Oh, saw this pic and thought of you right away. 8) 8)
(http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm182/twyacht/guitarandgun.jpg)
Rock on,.... You know in case some idiot ever boos or throws anything on stage.
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I hope its a quick turnaround for you jay, the days of the "paperweight" should soon be over.
Oh, saw this pic and thought of you right away. 8) 8)
(http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm182/twyacht/guitarandgun.jpg)
Rock on,.... You know in case some idiot ever boos or throws anything on stage.
Mmmm Gibsons... not my favorite flavor, but lots of fun anyway.
No one boos anymore except when I say, "No". Usually that answer is a response to, "Play Free Bird!"
I've graduated to La Grange and won't look back.
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You will all be relieved and overjoyed to hear that I got my recall box yesterday and will be shipping my SR9 off to Ruger.
So...no more whining for awhile guys....I can no longer complain about not getting the box, so hopefully they'll send it back in the two weeks they say.
Now that it's actually going to get retrofitted, I guess I'll give it a fair chance when it comes back before trading it in.
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I got my box 7/28. UPS picked it up 7/29. UPS tracking shows it out for delivery Prescott Valley right now.
-JT
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Any further input on the quality of the new trigger for the SR9? My original SR9 trigger is delightful, which is part of the reason that I chose it over an XD (that and the ergonomics). I am still waiting for the box, but may not return mine if the new trigger is crappy...
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Any further input on the quality of the new trigger for the SR9? My original SR9 trigger is delightful, which is part of the reason that I chose it over an XD (that and the ergonomics). I am still waiting for the box, but may not return mine if the new trigger is crappy...
Sending mine in tomorrow.....should be back in three weeks or less. I'll let you know. Right now my trigger is gritty and...if I soak it in oil it is at a measured 7.5 lbs....run it a bit and it is at 10.5 lbs. I bought mine for that 1911 feel without the weight and plan on buying a compact model for carry when they come out...but only if I can get a trigger around 4.5-5 lbs.
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Sending mine in tomorrow.....should be back in three weeks or less. I'll let you know. Right now my trigger is gritty and...if I soak it in oil it is at a measured 7.5 lbs....run it a bit and it is at 10.5 lbs. I bought mine for that 1911 feel without the weight and plan on buying a compact model for carry when they come out...but only if I can get a trigger around 4.5-5 lbs.
as i've been saying over and over again.. their is nothing wrong with my trigger its at 5lbs which is comfortable... if you dont like the pull, try having a gunsmith do a trigger job on it.. that should do the trick