Guns More on the Ruger American pistol Recoil Staff December 30, 2015 Join the Conversation At RECOIL, we review every product fairly and without bias. Making a purchase through one of our links may earn us a small commission, and helps support independent gun reviews. Learn More This might well be one of the few inexpensive polymer, striker-fired pistols worth spending your money on: the Ruger American Pistol. Available in 9mm or .45 Auto, it's equipped with all-steel Novak LoMount Carry 3-Dot sights, ambi slide stop and mag release, adjustable grip insertes and a barrel cam intended to reduce recoil. The Ruger American has a stainless slide, barrel and chassis and is similar to the Sig P320. It has a low center of gravity, a low bore axis and no magazine disconnect (so it will fire without a magazine inserted). Magazines are 17 and 10 rounds respectively. So far is performing very well indeed. Ruger describes it as they “most advanced pistol they've ever made.” It's definitely the best duty style pistol from Ruger to date – we'll see how it holds up to extensive use. MSRP is $579 for both models. We're betting they're available to buyers for a substantially lower number. Note that a couple of our sources at Ruger say they've had samples that withstood 27,000 rounds of +P, so our expectations are high. You might also notice the box, which is designed for all potential variants. The spot where the gun itself is sized for a what appears to be a long slide with a suppressor barrel – what do you suppose that means? We'll bring you more in RECOIL Issue 24. More here. Why you can trust RECOIL Since our founding in 2012, RECOIL remains the premier firearms lifestyle publication for the modern shooting enthusiast. We deliver cutting-edge coverage of guns, gear, accessories and technology. We go beyond basic reviews, providing no B.S. buyer’s guides, hands-on testing and expert analysis on everything from firearms and survival equipment to watches and vehicles. Our reviewers are the backbone of our operation and come from diverse shooting backgrounds: Former law enforcement, military veterans, competitive shooters, seasoned hunters and plain old firearms enthusiasts. Furthermore, we’re not just gun experts, but dedicated journalists who adhere to the strictest standards of our profession. At RECOIL, editorial independence is the foundation of everything we publish and the cornerstone of reader trust. Our editors, writers and content creators make all editorial decisions independently, free from outside influence. That boils down to: advertisers don’t dictate our coverage, the outcomes of our reviews or what we recommend in our buyer’s guides. First and always, our commitment is to our audience—ensuring every review and article is accurate, unbiased, and driven by real-world experience. Whether you’re selecting your next firearm, upgrading your gear, or exploring the latest innovations in the shooting world, RECOIL provides the trusted insights you need to make informed decisions. Learn more about our Editorial Standards and how we review products. NEXT STEP: Download Your Free Target Pack from RECOILFor years, RECOIL magazine has treated its readers to a full-size (sometimes full color!) shooting target tucked into each big issue. Now we've compiled over 50 of our most popular targets into this one digital PDF download. From handgun drills to AR-15 practice, these 50+ targets have you covered. Print off as many as you like (ammo not included). Get your pack of 50 Print-at-Home targets when you subscribe to the RECOIL email newsletter. We'll send you weekly updates on guns, gear, industry news, and special offers from leading manufacturers - your guide to the firearms lifestyle.You want this. Trust Us.
