Sturm, Ruger and Company has released a new combat pistol for police work and self-defense: the SR9.
The SR9 is Ruger’s first striker-fired pistol, and it features a glass-filled nylon frame. The handgun is initially offered in 9mm (9×19), with other calibers being introduced at a later date. The backstrap on the frame is removable, so the officer may insert different sized and shaped backstraps to best fit his or her hand.
Standard magazines hold 17 rounds, and 10 round magazines are available for jurisdictions that have passed useless laws banning “hi capacity” magazines for non-police officers.
Trigger pull is a nice 6.5 pounds. The pistol has an ambidextrous 1911-style safety, and an ambidextrous magazine release. Ruger has also included a trigger safety, striker-blocker, and magazine disconnect. A visual and tactile loaded chamber indicator is also built in to this gun.
The SR9 has a standard accessory rail, so police officers wanting to add a tactical light will have no problem.
This pistol is sleek and handsome. I look forward to shooting it, and will let you know how it does.
. Based on the research I have read from other sources, green is easier than red for the human eye to see under high stress. So, this laser has the potential of being a much better targeting device for police officers.
This laser mounts to the accessory rail of handguns, as opposed to an internal laser that LaserMax has produced in the past. The laser unit is supposed to be very light (about one ounce).
This gun is supposed to have 35-40% fewer parts when compared to other handguns. Generally speaking, that should enhance reliability. Sigs are known to be dependable, accurate firearms. I hope this one continues that tradition.