( 5 out of 5) Okay, being from Arizona, I could be biased, but probably not.

by Seth from Phoenix, AZ on July 13, 2017

I don't work for Ruger. I do work on guns, including Rugers. When I am at a gun store, I never try to steer anyone toward or away from anything. I am seeing very positive receptions and reactions to the Ruger American in general. The ergonomics are nicely done. They shoot nicely. They eventually smooth out, after break in, and the action is very nice and smooth. The trigger is very decent for a striker fired pistol. In fact, it is exceptionally well done. Recoil is very nice and manageable. You generally sacrifice recoil management for light weight, and this one is no exception. It is a tad heavier than other poly frame pistols, but it shoots nicer too. It's a really fun pistol to shoot! It's accurate, easy to sight, and quick to come back on target, and that makes shooting more fun, and in a defensive situation, it makes the gun more effective. It's not my favorite pistol, but these are are hardly redundant, and I wish Ruger all the best with this model. It deserves a second look, for sure!



I really enjoyed shooting the American model by Ruger. Any magazine issues or other problems should be brought to Sturm Rugers attention, and they will sort those problems out. This is why we pay an extra $50-$400 for a new gun. You get a warranty. Technically, Ruger has no recognized written warranty, but they do have excellent customer service, with free, or deep discounted repair services. Any guns less than 1 year old will most likely 99% of the time be repaired or replaced free of charge. This is the same as Glock. I enjoyed shooting the American Model over the offerings from Glock, but I enjoy driving a Ford 302 Boss Mustang more than I enjoy driving a Toyota Camry too. Both cars will get me from A to B. One will make the drive lots more fun, and I just look cooler driving a Mustang.



I think Ruger's designers chose some really nice lines for the American Model. It definitely has a cool factor to it. I have experienced 1 or two small bobbles but after a few magazines down range, the gun ran like a Swiss watch. Taking the gun apart, shows a nice build quality, and nothing overtly substandard looking, at all. Ruger did a nice job on this one! We are very proud to have Ruger's factory in Arizona.