>>While the heavily redesigned
Mark IV maintains the same
classic outward appearance as
the Mark III, it incorporates
a significant improvement
customers will love - a
simple, one-button takedown
for quick and easy
field-stripping. A recessed
button in the back of the
frame allows the upper
receiver to tilt up and off of
the grip frame without the use
of tools. The bolt simply
slides out of the receiver and
the barrel can be properly
cleaned from chamber to
muzzle.
>>"We are thrilled to be
introducing what we consider
to be a monumental improvement
to this iconic pistol that has
been with Ruger from the
start," said Ruger President
and COO Chris Killoy. "This
one-button takedown alleviates
the headache that our Mark III
owners are all too familiar
with and we anticipate the
Mark IV pistols being some of
the cleanest rimfires at the
range," Killoy concluded.
>>Other significant
improvements include a
one-piece grip frame that is
precision CNC-machined from a
solid piece of stainless steel
or aluminium; an ambidextrous
manual safety and a redesigned
bolt stop for more ergonomic
operation. The magazine drops
free on release for faster
reloads and a redesigned
magazine disconnect safety
prevents discharge when the
magazine has been removed.
Internal improvements include
changes to the hammer, sear,
bolt and firing pin for
smoother, more reliable
feeding.
>>Specific features vary by
model, but the legendary,
one-piece barrelled receiver
and internal cylindrical bolt
construction remain the same.
The robust design ensures
permanent sight-to-barrel
alignment and higher accuracy
potential than conventional
moving-slide designs. The Mark
IV is compatible with a
variety of Mark III
after-market accessories
including sights, scope bases
and magazines.
>>Features:
<>Simple, one-button take-down
for quick and easy
field-stripping and proper
chamber to muzzle cleaning. A
recessed button in the back of
the frame
allows the upper receiver to
tilt up and off of the grip
frame without the use of
tools.
<>One-piece, precision
CNC-machined grip frame.
<>Ergonomic bolt stop.
<>Smoothly contoured,
comfortable grip features
natural pointing grip angle
with replaceable, checkered
grip panels for a non-slip
hold.
<>Internal cylindrical bolt
construction ensures permanent
sight to barrel alignment and
higher accuracy potential than
conventional moving slide
designs.
<>Contoured ejection port and
easy-to-grasp bolt ears allow
for durable and reliable
operation round after round.
<>Accurate sighting system
features adjustable rear sight
and drilled and tapped
receiver for <>Weaver-style
scope base adapters for easy
mounting
of optics (rail not included).
<>Ambidextrous manual safety
positively locks the sear in
the "SAFE" position when
applied.
<>Features a conveniently
located push-button magazine
release on the left side of
the frame.
<>Magazine drops free on
release for faster reloading.
<>Magazine disconnect prevents
discharge when the magazine
has been removed.
>>Also includes: two, 10-round
magazines.
>>Specs:
<>Barrel Length: 10.0" (254mm)
<>Capacity: 10
<>Material: Stainless Steel
<>Front Sight: Fixed
<>Grip Frame: Aluminium
<>Grips: Checkered
<>Finish: Stainless Steel
<>Rear Sight: Adjustable
<>Barrel Style: Bull
<>Grooves: 6
<>Twist: 1:16" RH
<>Overall: Length 14.0"
<>Weight: 53.5 oz.