Ruger Mark III Hunter

Keith Smith · Aug 20, 2006

A week ago, I took my (beloved) stainless Ruger Mark II down to the gunshow and traded it in (plus boot) for the new Mark III Hunter. Some features I like about this gun, some I don't. I think the gunlock on the left side of the firearm is rather pointless, why? I think if a child gets a hold of the gun (locked or not!) you already failed in gun control. After shooting a few hundred rounds thru it, I've found the gun to be the best Mark series to date, and I've owned quite a few of these guys as well.

gunman42782 · Aug 20, 2006

I think I will stick with my MK 2. I just do not care for that infernal internal lock.

Keith Smith · Aug 21, 2006

I went with the hunter entirely on the fluted barrel. The internal lock is just a feature I wont use.

Baldy · Aug 25, 2006

I wouldn't worry to much about the gun lock issuse. Unlock it and throw the key back in the box, and forget about it. I am hoping to get get a Mark next year. I am way over budget for this year when it comes to guns.

poncaguy · Aug 28, 2006

I have the Mark III SS Slab barrel target model, most accurate pistol I have ever shot!

Keith Smith · Aug 29, 2006

Yeah, I love a Ruger Mark, gets me all tingling on the inside when I shoot them.

DrJekyll · Aug 29, 2006

I figure on picking me up a MKII or a 22/45.

Keith Smith · Aug 29, 2006

Try to get a competiton slab, or hunter model. They seem to hold their value best.

DrJekyll · Aug 29, 2006

I like the looks of the hunter model.

Keith Smith · Aug 29, 2006

The hunter comes in 22/45 as well. So you get the 1911 grip with the fluted barrel. I prefer the luger grip.

kvnsll · Sep 6, 2006

I just recently got a Mark III Hunter and it is awesome. The internal lock can simply be ignored. I installed a Mark II hammer and bushing, Volquartsen sear and trigger and the trigger is right at 2 pounds. This also gets rid of the mag disconnect.

Keith Smith · Sep 6, 2006

Why did you install a Mark II hammer and bushings if these weren't upgrades?

kvnsll · Sep 6, 2006

It allows the magazine disconnect to be removed.

white dog · Sep 10, 2006

After buying a liberty gun safe and henry rifle I have to wait until next spring to buy my next want. It will be a hunter or competition model. My shooting buddy just bought a new buck mark but on another forum I heard a few shooters question the reliability of them. I'll stay with the rugers.

Calvin Wiles · Sep 10, 2006

Generally speaking, for the price and quality, the Rugers would be hard to beat.

white dog · Sep 16, 2006

I was at the Sportsman Warehouse again this morning, just looking. The 22/45 fits my budget but I fell in love with the Mark lll Hunter. Nothing else will do, guess I'll have to wait a little longer.

Keith Smith · Sep 17, 2006

quote:Originally posted by white dog

After buying a liberty gun safe and henry rifle I have to wait until next spring to buy my next want. It will be a hunter or competition model. My shooting buddy just bought a new buck mark but on another forum I heard a few shooters question the reliability of them. I'll stay with the rugers.

I say go with the Hunter. I love mine.

kevin · Oct 17, 2006

I'm picking this one up tomorrow !! I think I'm going to put a red dot scope on it - any opinions on doing so?

kevin · Oct 19, 2006

Here is my new one!! Can't wait to go shoot it!!

white dog · Oct 19, 2006

Very, very nice Kevin. I'll have one before too long.

Ruger Mark III Hunter

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