Ruger announces pistol caliber carbine in 9mm

[mrvmax]

I also don't have a particular need for a pistol caliber carbine but I bet it's a fun, and cheaper to feed, range toy.

I like the idea of having both a long gun and hand gun that use the same caliber and magazines. I think with the longer barrel and an increase in velocity with an already powerful 10mm round it makes a formidable self defense combo. Once again if it were 10mm it could be used for hunting or as a truck gun.

[JakeTheSnake]

Nice features, but it does remind me of a Crosman.

[mrvmax]

Nice features, but it does remind me of a Crosman.

It doesn’t look like Ruger spent much time making it look good but hopefully it’s like the old P series pistols, they were ugly hunks of metal but reliable.

[MechAg94]

At least is isn't just another AR variant. I like the looks. Wonder if they will do a pistol version or a 45 ACP version.

[Abraham]

I too like the looks.

Trouble is I already have a 9mm carbine, (cough, cough, it's a Hipoint, yeah, yeah, I know, but it's never failed to shoot or eject, but yes, it's quite ugly) though I might consider selling it and get the Ruger.

[Liberty]

Does any one else find the forward placement of the rear sights a little weird? It's the same as in the 10/22. I' not crazy about it, but it works.

[NotRPB]

Looks like a 10/22 takedown chambered in 9mm. Wonder how long before Ruger offers a suppressed barrel for this carbine? That would be fun. HPA or whatever it is now, needs to pass.

Second thought, there must be a growing number of people that want to pack something larger than a pistol hidden in a backpack. Ruger's research must have indicated a market for this.

Given the way the sub2k has been selling above msrp it seems to be a no brainer to put out something similar. Especially the use of glock mags.

my thoughts exactly ...>> I wonder if it fits in a 16" laptop case like my Sub2ks do, and if it could deploy as fast, and if it will come in Stainless/Nickel ( I like my silver colored Sub2k better than the blued one)

Easy takedown enables quick separation of the barrel/forend assembly from the action for ease of transportation and storage.

[bblhd672]

I too like the looks.

Trouble is I already have a 9mm carbine, (cough, cough, it's a Hipoint, yeah, yeah, I know, but it's never failed to shoot or eject, but yes, it's quite ugly) though I might consider selling it and get the Ruger.

I have a Kel Tec Sub2000 in 9mm. Really like it but it is probably going to be up for sale soon.

[rotor]

Uses Glock mags so it should sell well. Reviewer had one failure to feed and extract though. Possible new gun break-in issue?? I will stick with my KelTec sub2000 in 9mm. Has never failed to feed or extract and I don't think anything fits into as small a case.

[K.Mooneyham]

Oh, I want one of those. I've wanted a Sub2K for some time now, but they can be hard to find. Besides, it will make a good companion for my SR9c. I'm hoping that in a few months, with Ruger's manufacturing resources in mind, that these will be available from the big places like Academy, and the LGS, too. Now I have to figure out how to afford buying it, ha ha.

[G40yes]

mrvmax wrote:
I like the idea of having both a long gun and hand gun that use the same caliber and magazines. I think with the longer barrel and an increase in velocity with an already powerful 10mm round it makes a formidable self defense combo. Once again if it were 10mm it could be used for hunting or as a truck gun.

I'll also become even more interested if/when it becomes available in 10mm.

[Abraham]

When they get below MSRP, I'll buy a Sub 2000, but I won't be hosed.

Locally, they want, get this: $750

Not from me.

[WTR]

When they get below MSRP, I'll buy a Sub 2000, but I won't be hosed.

Locally, they want, get this: $750

Not from me.

Just because they are selling above MSRP doesn't mean they are "hosing" you. Market value determines a fair value not the manufacturer. Walk away..... fine. Plenty of buyers who are willing to pay their price or the price would come down. Supply and demand.

[PBratton]

Ruger has done this before with the P series of pistols with matching carbines.

[CleverNickname]

I'd be more interested in one which doesn't use the takedown barrel, but had a Mini-14-style folding stock.