Mark III Standard Barrel

[elcaBob]

So, I'm looking at replacing my Ruger MKIII pistol. I've always bought the standard model like the one below. I've always been scared that a bump or knock could easily put the sights out of alighment. Is this something to be worried about? Is a bull barrel with adjustable sights THAT much better?

Thanks, all!
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[Gabriel42]

I have never shot a standard barrel but the only complaint about my stainless MkIII Target is that it is too loud. Thanks to ATF eForms that should only be an issue for another month or so. The gun is more accurate than I am. I liked the gun so much I actually bought a 22/45 Target model so I could use that barrel for the integral suppressor build.

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[aviator41]

Typically, the front sight on the standard barrel is not a known weak point in the gun (Frankly, I don't think it has one - and it's beautiful to boot). it would take much more that a slight bump or mis-holster to cause sighting issues. If this is the barrel you like, keep going that route. As you already know, It's a fine piece of workmanship.

 

[mouthpiece]

I don't think you should be worried about it at all.
I don't think they are lots better. I like the LOOK of the MKII 512HB better.

 

[elcaBob]

Thanks, guys!

 

[44minimum]

I wouldn't worry very much about anything being delicate on a Ruger.