The Ruger SR9 I purchased in July is not my EDC. It is my bedside protector. Although I have not yet gotten completely comfortable handling it, I do think it is a well-made quality pistol. So far I have shot 400 rounds. The pistol has been accurate and without mechanical failure. It is easy to field strip, clean, lube and reassemble.
Photo attached.
That said, I have two issues to resolve.
First, a surprise to me is its sharp recoil. Using the same 124gr ammunition, this full-size pistol’s recoil is much sharper than either of my smaller and less weighted sub-compact pistols (9mm Shield or .40 Glock 27).
So far, I have not yet developed the ability to quickly regain alignment on target after the SR9’s recoil. Undoubtedly, I will achieve this ability with repetitive practice.
The SR9 has good balance and sight radius length. These attributes enable me to be quite accurate up to 20 yards. My eyes do not allow for consistent accuracy at farther distances. This is the reason that I employ a carbine along with the SR9 for home protection.
7 yard double tap target atatched.
The second issue I have with the SR9 is my hand location on the grip. I hold the pistol high on the grip as I do with my other pistols. However, holding the SR9 this way, the top of my right thumb knuckle becomes bruised shooting a number of magazines. Next time at the range, I will lower my hand position on the grip. Hopefully, this will remedy the problem. If not, I will change the backstrap and see if this helps.
As previously stated, the SR9 is not my EDC. Thus, the two unresolved issues I have with it are not impediments to its use as my bedside protector.