65 Reviews. Average Rating: 4.8 of 5 Stars! 5 stars: 90% (58 of 65) 4 stars: 7% (4 of 65) 3 stars: 3% (2 of 65) 2 stars: 1% (1 of 65) 1 star: 0% ( of 65) Display All Reviews Reviewed By: Gary H on 09/17/2020 Rating: 3 of 5 Stars!

I bought this pistol to replace a Mark 1 Ruger .22 pistol that I had for more than 30 years but lost when I was moving to a new home. I really like the one button take-down feature. It makes cleaning so much easier. Unfortunatly, I had a problem with this pistol right off when I tried to shoot it. It kept jambing and evern missfired a couple of times. I had to send it back to the factory for repairs. They replaced the extractor and extractor pin. It shoots ok now but I just can\'t get the acuracy that I could get with my old Mark 1 pistol. After shooting a hundred rounds or so through it, I finaly figured out what the problem might be. The angle of the grip is a lot different from the old Mark 1 and it just doesn\'t come back to center aim point automaticly like the Mark 1 did. The grip just doesn\'t line back up right on after each shot. I noticed that the Mark IV model has the same angle to the grip as the old Mark 1 but the Mark IV 22/45 does not. I guess I\'ll have to sell or trade this one off and get a Mark IV model instead. If you are used to shooting a .45 cal. automatic, model 1911 you won\'t probably have the same trouble with this Mark IV 22/45 pistol as I have because from what I\'ve read this pistol has the same angle and feel to it as the old 1911 .45 autos. Reviewed By: Douglas M on 09/08/2020 Rating: 5 of 5 Stars!

Love this pistol, cycled every type ammo I fed it. Great service from Buds as always. Reviewed By: JACOB N on 08/20/2020 Rating: 2 of 5 Stars!

loved this gun, but unfortunately now it is jamming and the chamber will not close. Even after cleaning it. Reviewed By: Jesse C on 07/12/2020 Rating: 5 of 5 Stars!

This is my dream gun. I've purchased about a dozen or so guns, and I haven't seen better business ethics than via the purchases done through Bud's. This particular pistol is my 3rd Ruger, the prior 2 being Mark 3's. The Mark 4 is definitely worth the upgrade for the disassembly mechanism alone. You won't find a more solid or accurate .22 pistol. Reviewed By: Robby B on 06/20/2020 Rating: 5 of 5 Stars!

Very good pistol. The new design is so easy compared to the old design. While still retaining the accuracy and over all design. Can’t recommend enough for a 22 pistol. Reviewed By: Daniel L on 06/10/2020 Rating: 5 of 5 Stars!

I loved my Ruger Mark III 22/45 and shot it for years, but the take down and reassembly process made it less likely that I would take it to the range. Then comes the Mark IV and erases any reason I could have not to take my .22LR pistol out whenever I go shooting.



Pros:

Easy take down and reassembly. I mean really, really easy.

Accuracy - far more accurate than I am.

Ergonomics - it feels natural to hold and point. If you like the feel of a 1911 in your hand, then you'll like this pistol

Shootability - let's face it, shooting a .22LR is fun, and this gun is a great .22LR pistol.



Cons:

Trigger is mushy on the reset. Take up and break are nice, just in the reset is there slop.

Sights - This might be more personal than anything else. My 50+ year old eyes don't see black on black sights as well as they used to. Easy swap out, though.

Manual safety - I have a high thumbs grip and I accidentally actuate the safety from time to time. It's just inconvenient as this is a plinking and practice pistol, not a defensive pistol.



Overall I find the Mark IV a vast improvement over the Mark III, and the Mark III was a darn good pistol. I'm so very happy that I upgraded. Reviewed By: Blake M on 05/08/2020 Rating: 5 of 5 Stars!

I will definitely buy from Buds again! Easy to order, fast delivery, awesome pistol and pick up at Grafs Guns was a great experience. Between the two I wouldn't buy any gun anywhere else! Reviewed By: roger j on 04/25/2020 Rating: 5 of 5 Stars!

The Ruger Mark IV 22/45 Target .22LR is a great gun. It shoots just about any ammo, and the gun is accurate. I am very satisfied with the grip and heft of this gun. It is easy to disassemble and to clean. Great fun to shoot, and it is very nice-looking gun. I ordered the gun just at the start of the coronavirus problem, but still got fast and efficient service from Buds. I am very much satisfied. Reviewed By: Douglas S on 03/31/2020 Rating: 5 of 5 Stars!

I was looking to purchase a used Ruger Mark III but was advised to go with a new Mark IV instead. I am so glad I did! With Bud’s great pricing, I actually paid less and got more for my money.



First, after a preliminary cleaning and reading through the manual, I shot a clip’s worth and it was shooting incredibly accurately right out of the box. Although about an inch low, I had 5 holes for 10 shots. With a single adjustment, I took out the center of my target after emptying both clips. The gun cycled flawlessly and is a pleasure to shoot.



I then put in a clip loaded with sub-sonic rounds. The 6th round did not load in properly. I gave the action a slight tug and it then went in without issue. The next clip had no jams.



With the bull barrel, the gun is front heavy and requires an extra firm grip, although the handle fits nicely and naturally in my hand. As to the sights, they are good in bright daylight but are difficult to see when light is not optimal. It would have benefited greatly from the high viz front sight they use on some of their other models. It would be worth the extra money to not have to buy and install one after the fact (which I will do).



Breaking the gun down to clean is where it really shines! With the push of a button, it can be dismantled in seconds for a standard cleaning and reassembled just as easily. Absolutely well thought out. I think Ruger checked all the boxes with this gun and I would definitely recommend it! Reviewed By: Thomas D on 03/14/2020 Rating: 5 of 5 Stars!

Recently bought this pistol. Accurate right out of the box. Was heavier than I anticipated, but not a problem. Very happy with this purchase. Transaction was fast and painless. Will definitely deal with Bud's again in the future. Show More Reviews