[flashfinder]

Interested in finding out which Mark III Hunter Barrel length is more popular. 6 7/8 or 5 1/2? I am in the market for a new Ruger Mark III Hunter and have handled both. Any thoughts would be great.

Thanks

 

[Milly]

Bigger is always better, right?? My Mark III .22/45 Target Model has a 5 1/2 inch barrel so I would gravitate towards the 6 7/8 for a second gun.

 

[wwb]

The shorter barrel carries a little easier - the longer barrel, with its longer sight radius, is a tad better for pinpoint accuracy.

If you're going to put on a scope or red dot, it doesn't matter which one you get. The optics make either one a pain to pack, and the longer sight radius advantage no longer exists.

 

[GothicZombieSlayer]

I had the 5.5" Bull Barrel and loved it. Nicely balanced and shot right on the nose. I gave it to my daughter when she started shooting at the range and now I picked up the 4.5" CT Version. I love it. Here's a link: http://www.ruger-firearms.com/Firearms/ ... 3&return=Y

 

[Mund]

I say... KMKIII512H!!! I just bought it, I handled both... the 6 7/8 while it's a beauty also... I went with the KMKIII512H 5 1/2 inch, this one seems more practical as far as handling, more balanced, better looking, middle of the road for size in the MKIII, and will accomodate a Reddot very nicely.

Ordered mine yesterday, get it tomorrow... can't wait to target shoot with it at an economical cost compared to my .38, .357 mag, .45 acp's.... I don't reload, darn is it costly!