I’ve had my Max 9 for 3 years and have about 1000 rounds through it. The best way to improve the Max 9 is the Galloway short stroke trigger, I have had a great experience with this trigger in this gun. I have had only 1 malfunction during my first 100 rounds, and I think I caused it. I trust this Ruger Max 9 with my life. However I have seen other Max 9’s have issues, one had to be sent back to the factory. Train with your pistol, it will tell you how to proceed.
I have carried this for about 2 years. It has had no failures, with about 2k rounds through it. It is snappy, if you compare it to a full sized pistol. I replaced the trigger with the Maxxis Short Stroke and it became much nicer to shoot, in my opine. I would have no problem recommending this gun to anyone. With a t-shirt on and IWB carry, you cannot see it at all.
Nice review! I bought mine with the trigger spongieness in mind but knowing MCarbo had a spring kit and Galloway had the short stroke trigger i liked, and it has been the best carry gun since doing the upgrades. before that i had the LC9s and the SA XD9. I thought about getting the Sig P365 but i feel it's a bit chunky, and being chunky myself i need a slim gun that wont leave a dent on the love handles. I also managed the recoil by using the 12rd extended mags which only add 3/4inch length to the mag which is nothing. I have a size large hand and i can fully hold the grip with all fingers. Mine also came with the red dot sight so thats probably why i can shoot it really good. Did the Carry license test with it and got 248 out of 250, and that was because of 2 shots that hit the 7 ring at 15yrds. Use the 12rd mags that gives you a better grip and you will see how manageable the recoil is.
I don’t find the max 9 to be snappy at all. I’m running the 12 round mags or the 10 round mags with the extension for your pinky so I get a better grip on it. I actually like the gun a lot. I don’t think it can be beat for the 269 I paid for it. You really have to love those PSA sales.
I have had one for a couple months now and my only complaint was the factory trigger due to its long travel and extreme forward curve. This was remedied with a Galloway Precision flat face short stroke trigger which cost $39 shipped... I also own a Taurus GX4 and a Smith & Wesson Shield Plus which in the beginning I liked more than the Ruger but after the trigger change the Ruger now is equal to the other two.
Didn't know that running a heavier grain bullet is good for breaking in a new firearm. Always a tough choice on grain weight with a short barrel. Will try that out next range visit with the usual well lubed pistols
I have had my Ruger Max-9 over a year. First thing I did was to replace the trigger with the $40 Maxxis Short Stroke. Ruger makes great products (I have 5 or 6 different firearms from them), but the original trigger really disappointed me. Much better now thanks to Galloway Precision. Excellent choice for anyone's EDC.
I sold my Shield Plus in favor for the Max-9. It’s the second Max-9 I’ve owned as I made My way through the market of all micro subcompacts. The Galloway 10% recoil spring and trigger make the rattle go away completely
I own the max 380 and the Max 9 I haven’t had time too shot it as of yet hopefully soon as you said it so many reviews out their on it but yours was too the point and you always honest.
I considered this firearm for EDC. I settled on a GX4....no regrets. Unfortunately the LCP max I had was a freaking rust bucket no matter how often you cleaned it. Carried GX4 daily for 2 years.....not even a hint of rust. On failures with about 2k rounds down range
Aegis is the name of the trigger it’s from Galloway precision please give them credit their made in the USA in house and are a very good company especially with costumer service they also make guide rods for these rivers as well and optics plates etc.
Most firearm manufactures say to shoot 200-300 rounds of fmj in a striker firearm before shooting hollow points. All steel or steel/aluminum firearms, they usually say to shoot 500 rounds of fmj before shooting hollow points.
Got some Ruger parts for a friend about 6 days ago that were surprisingly flawless looking. With not even a hint of rust and appearing to have a thin coat of oil on them I figured they'd be fine in the bag they're in until I ship them. I'm in NY, it's winter and the air is extremely dry, so there's no way they're going to rust... and now they entire slide is covered in a thin layer of gold rust. Most people say that they're blued, but I'm not sure if that's true. Even cold bluing doesn't rust that easily. Just sucks, because I really like the way their finish looks. I always hated Cerakoting over original finishes on gun parts if they're not already damaged in some way... but I'm starting to wonder if it's just a necessary step/cost in the purchase of a Ruger firearm. I just don't get why their old Ruger Standard models never rusted (MKI, MKII, MKIII, MKIV and 22/45 models).
Love my max-9. It's my first EDC pistol but so far its very easy to conceal and shoots great! Only about 300 rounds in but so far so good. And yeah that recoil is kinda crazy at first. Super poppy at first, had to start gripping tighter haha
Just bought one... Academy has the on sale for $335.00 I also have a Ruger Max 380... And found that The "Houston" Eco holster is very good.. IWB or ITB, inside the belt as I like to call it... Why have bigger pants..lol.. But emailed Houston and they say model CHP 57A is the one you want.. I think 26 bucks shipped.. If it fits the Max-9 like it does the 380, we are good to go.. The reason I was watching was the trigger issue.. I find that pinchy..lol.. so researching triggers.. and Galloway also makes them.. I think there is also a spring kit that you can get as a package as well.. Thanks for the info...
Hey SPN - what holster are you using in the thumbnail pic of the Max-9? It’s a Galco, it they don’t have one for the Max9 it appears. Would love to get a pocket holster for the max 9 just like you have.
@spnfirearms I sleep with mine every night.I like your channel bro you have some great content.I have been trying to find one of the guns you posted it's a 9mm GF something.
Ruger told me the slide rattle is a good thing on my lcp max. Less friction/debris affecting when cycling with looser slide/frame lockup. Love my max, but it started dropping mags while firing. Not good, but WOW, their customer service is spectacular. They're going to check the whole firearm while they have it and replace anything of concern. Test fire. Different options to ship. Very friendly. I just hope they don't mess with my m-carbo trigger. They're having me sign a paper about removing any aftermarket parts that aren't their factory spec.
@MohaveShootingGallery I've had mine a couple of years. Just started the last range trip with 10 and 12 round mags. Repeatedly. Pretty much every shot.
@@Aaron-ro4kv first mag of the recent trip was some hollow point and almost every shot it was dropping switch to fmj and I still happened a few times. I am left handed so I thought maybe I was bumping the mag release since i never switched it over but never had that problem with any of my other micro 9’s been shooting and carrying over a decade
My mags don’t eject out like that on mine. I press the release and barely moves a quarter inch if that and I have to manually pull it out and when load a mag back in I gotta slam the heck outa it for it to fully lock into place
How many people had to send theirs back to Ruger for the takedown gate not resetting to original position? Mine was loose as a goose😊 I sent it back for repair.
The first time I shot my Max 9 I ended up with a blister on my trigger finger after 100 rounds. It was caused by the sharp edges on the trigger safety. Unless you insert your trigger finger beyond the first joint you can’t avoid the sharp edge and pointed end of the safety. I’m going to call Ruger but I suspect I’m going to have to shell out for an aftermarket trigger to fix the problem. So much for the low price advantage.
The snappiness is the recoil spring. It’s too soft, when you switch to the heavier Galloway it feels less but is heavier to rack. Also check the spec sheets, the max9 is thinner than p365 (0.95 vs 1 inch) and lighter (18.4 vs 18.5 no basically no difference). The shitiest part of the max9 is that recoil spring that is going to break. For me the Galloway heavy spring feels the same as stock P365.
It’s mainly the trigger that rattles and that little plastic plug on the bottom of the handle where the magazine sits flush. I didn’t think it was a big deal. My shield and p365 don’t rattle but it doesn’t make me think any less of the Ruger.
It recoils more because their polymer isn't the greatest. The polymer absorbs a lot of recoil, and very few companies are able to get the composition right then tune it like a plastic fork
I don't own the Canik Mete MC9, but I do own both the Ruger Max-9 and Canik TP9 Elite SC. Am pleased with both. Had to upgrade the trigger on the Max-9 and lower the spring Lbs on the Canik, but both are excellent. I like the Ruger Max-9 more for EDC only because it is a bit smaller and more comfortable IWB on the belt loop.
I own a LC9 for my CCW and have over 800 rounds through it. I want to upgrade so I really was looking forward to shooting one. I went into my my local range that carried all the brands so I can try them. I'd first shoot 10 rounds in my LC9 then 10 rounds in these 9's. 1st. to shoot Sig P365 and WOW felt great shot great felt awesome. 2nd. Hellcat 9mm hell of a kick and mag immediately chaffed my pinky WTF?? PASS. 3rd. M&P Shield. just after 6 rounds I didnt like it trigger was annoying. And finally I thought I'd save the best for last. max 9. I didnt like the kick though not as bad as Hellcat, Didnt like the trigger and would rather stick to my old ass LC9. I tried to like it and fired another 30 rounds but Didnt like the grip either and overall very disappointed as I do like Ruger. My next CCW is the Sig P365 and as a side note my son is a cop and he felt the same about all the guns.
I like to have all my fingers on the handle with my hand but for the price even with high firearm prices Ruger always has had good firearms for a reasonable price any one can afford
@@bbazzracing I own both guns. The LCP Max is about a 1/2” in length shorter at the muzzle than the G42. It also carries a 10rnd magazine and/or a 12rnd magazine at its maximum capacity. Yes it’s also 3 ounces lighter than the Glock because there’s less metal in the gun with a shorter barrel and slide length. But when you add the extra weight of the bullets in the larger magazines, the weights between the two guns levels out. But I like the G42 better simply because it’s a better and more comfortable gun to shoot. The recoil is far softer than the Max. Also, the Max is horribly inaccurate past 10 yards, whereas the G42 still holds tighter groups beyond that distance. The G42 is more reliable too when it comes to less malfunctions than the Max. Finally, the trigger pull on the G42 is better than the Max. Just my thoughts.
@@colt10mmsecurity68 I never shot a g42, but i have an LCP Max with galloway precision steel guide rod and stiffer recoil spring, MCarbo trigger and spring kit, talon pro grip, lasermax gripsense green laser. I have close to a 1000 rounds no malfunctions. It's very accurate for me up to 20 yards. It has double the capacity, lighter, better sights, and smaller footprint for deep concealment. With my mods it has very little recoil and the trigger is lighter and crisper than any Glock trigger. I can shoot it very fast and accurately with both hands or strong hand only. I can have 25 rounds of American Gunner XTP hollow points on me. Seems better then a Glock 42 to me. Just saying. 🤷🏿♂️
@@bbazzracing You described a hybrid right there, not really a Max. 25 rounds…. Doesn’t that defeat the purpose of an ultra light gun in the pocket? If I were to carry 25 rounds of .380, I’d rather switch to a lower capacity 9mm.
I use the Fobus Extraction holster with the paddle for OWB carry option. I like the paddle option. The holster is made in israel. Very quality holster. It retains pistol firmly but drawers smoothly. I like that I can slip the holster on and off with ease. They will not show you a picture of the paddle.. you need to select it as an option. There's rubber on the back of the paddle that keeps it firmly in place. It also has adjustable cant for maximum concealability. From the description: The Extraction Series was designed and manufactured to meet the growing demand for CCW appendix style and is completely customizable for optimum form and function. The Extraction Series is a passive retention IWB/OWB holster. The Extraction holster includes a belt clip for IWB carry option and a paddle for OWB carry option. Compatible with all standard optics such Crimson Trace, Vortex, Trijicon, Holosun, Sig Sauer etc. Compatible with all standard optics such Crimson Trace, Vortex, Trijicon, Holosun, Sig Sauer etc.
I have several Fobus holsters and have been happy with all of them. I just picked one up last night for my Glock 43x, caught it on sale at Academy for 23 doll hairs.
Nice review. However... You can not say that the Max-9 is larger than the Hellcat, FN Reflex or the P365; at least not on overall length. Heck, even on magazine lengths I'd be truly be surprised if it was bigger than any of those three. While the GX4 is smaller, it is only .14 of an inch shorter than the Max9.
When you are in the fight with bad guy your not worried about the trigger, muzzle jump snappy when you shoot, you want it to go bang when you need it, I'm a gun collector, reliability is #1
Its not snappy ..the basic helklcat and 365 is 10000% more snappy ..I agree with what everyone's saying bellow seems strange ..its fine in reciol. Sold mine cause I don't need 4 carry guns it worked well imo
All the firearm manufactures custom service, I have dealt with in 45 years. Ruger are among, if not the best. Since 2019 seen nothing but junk being produced and not just talking about firearms either.
I got rid of my max 9 for one reason….. the trigger on mine was literally worse than a hi point. Overall I liked the gun but there are just so many options nowadays for the same price that have significantly better stock triggers and I prefer to keep my carry guns internals completely stock. Just my 2 cents.
Ruger lost my trust years ago when i got a horrifically unreliable sr9. It broke my heart. What a great shooter. It was just very unreliable. Sent back 3 times and never performed 100%. Im considering a lcp 22lr but for fun. I will never trust them again with my life. I will only carry my two most proven weapons now. My shield 40 and my glock 17. I know they will go bang when I need them to. Period end of story for my carry guns. ❤
@@HoodziHockey16 my mc9 failed me at 750 rounds consistently. The rugers do rust and I hate that. Canik is still cheaper and budget. That’s why I prefer smith, Springfield, Glock etc. respect!! Check out the mossberg mc2sc, I think you would love it
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I’ve had my Max 9 for 3 years and have about 1000 rounds through it.
The best way to improve the Max 9 is the Galloway short stroke trigger, I have had a great experience with this trigger in this gun.
I have had only 1 malfunction during my first 100 rounds, and I think I caused it.
I trust this Ruger Max 9 with my life.
However I have seen other Max 9’s have issues, one had to be sent back to the factory.
Train with your pistol, it will tell you how to proceed.
I feel the Max 9 handles the recoil very good. It is more than controllable and easy to get back on target after the reset. It’s a great shooter.
Impressive watching this channel grow. Nice work SPN!
I have carried this for about 2 years. It has had no failures, with about 2k rounds through it. It is snappy, if you compare it to a full sized pistol. I replaced the trigger with the Maxxis Short Stroke and it became much nicer to shoot, in my opine. I would have no problem recommending this gun to anyone. With a t-shirt on and IWB carry, you cannot see it at all.
I really am liking this handgun. It’s really growing on me and also, zero issues! Respect
I have a Mcarbo trigger with a spring kit on LCP MAX and love it. They make it for Max 9 too.
As always, love the videos-great information
Nice review!
I bought mine with the trigger spongieness in mind but knowing MCarbo had a spring kit and Galloway had the short stroke trigger i liked, and it has been the best carry gun since doing the upgrades. before that i had the LC9s and the SA XD9. I thought about getting the Sig P365 but i feel it's a bit chunky, and being chunky myself i need a slim gun that wont leave a dent on the love handles. I also managed the recoil by using the 12rd extended mags which only add 3/4inch length to the mag which is nothing. I have a size large hand and i can fully hold the grip with all fingers. Mine also came with the red dot sight so thats probably why i can shoot it really good. Did the Carry license test with it and got 248 out of 250, and that was because of 2 shots that hit the 7 ring at 15yrds. Use the 12rd mags that gives you a better grip and you will see how manageable the recoil is.
This is a really good looking gun..it caught my eye in the local gun store..nice review
I don’t find the max 9 to be snappy at all. I’m running the 12 round mags or the 10 round mags with the extension for your pinky so I get a better grip on it. I actually like the gun a lot. I don’t think it can be beat for the 269 I paid for it. You really have to love those PSA sales.
Whoa $269, and I thought I got a good deal at $330!
I have had one for a couple months now and my only complaint was the factory trigger due to its long travel and extreme forward curve. This was remedied with a Galloway Precision flat face short stroke trigger which cost $39 shipped...
I also own a Taurus GX4 and a Smith & Wesson Shield Plus which in the beginning I liked more than the Ruger but after the trigger change the Ruger now is equal to the other two.
Didn't know that running a heavier grain bullet is good for breaking in a new firearm. Always a tough choice on grain weight with a short barrel. Will try that out next range visit with the usual well lubed pistols
I trust your reviews so I appreciate the information about the recoil
No problem man! Respect and thanks for watching
I have had my Ruger Max-9 over a year. First thing I did was to replace the trigger with the $40 Maxxis Short Stroke.
Ruger makes great products (I have 5 or 6 different firearms from them), but the original trigger really disappointed me.
Much better now thanks to Galloway Precision. Excellent choice for anyone's EDC.
exactly what I’ve done myself…
I really wanted to see the holster in the thumb nail. I have one with a red dot on it so far has ran very well.
I sold my Shield Plus in favor for the Max-9. It’s the second Max-9 I’ve owned as I made
My way through the market of all micro subcompacts. The Galloway 10% recoil spring and trigger make the rattle go away completely
I own the max 380 and the Max 9 I haven’t had time too shot it as of yet hopefully soon as you said it so many reviews out their on it but yours was too the point and you always honest.
I’ve got the lcp max, it’s a very reliable and a keeper! Have you shot the max 9 yet?
I considered this firearm for EDC. I settled on a GX4....no regrets. Unfortunately the LCP max I had was a freaking rust bucket no matter how often you cleaned it. Carried GX4 daily for 2 years.....not even a hint of rust. On failures with about 2k rounds down range
Aegis is the name of the trigger it’s from Galloway precision please give them credit their made in the USA in house and are a very good company especially with costumer service they also make guide rods for these rivers as well and optics plates etc.
great review, thanks. can this be installed with a tatic lights? I noticed it didn't have any groove for it, was curious.
Most firearm manufactures say to shoot 200-300 rounds of fmj in a striker firearm before shooting hollow points. All steel or steel/aluminum firearms, they usually say to shoot 500 rounds of fmj before shooting hollow points.
Got some Ruger parts for a friend about 6 days ago that were surprisingly flawless looking. With not even a hint of rust and appearing to have a thin coat of oil on them I figured they'd be fine in the bag they're in until I ship them. I'm in NY, it's winter and the air is extremely dry, so there's no way they're going to rust... and now they entire slide is covered in a thin layer of gold rust. Most people say that they're blued, but I'm not sure if that's true. Even cold bluing doesn't rust that easily. Just sucks, because I really like the way their finish looks. I always hated Cerakoting over original finishes on gun parts if they're not already damaged in some way... but I'm starting to wonder if it's just a necessary step/cost in the purchase of a Ruger firearm. I just don't get why their old Ruger Standard models never rusted (MKI, MKII, MKIII, MKIV and 22/45 models).
4 inch barrel just came out for max 9. That might help in recoil, maybe.
Might pick up the pro model. I currently rock a Hellcat but have been curious about the Ruger for a while.
Love my max-9. It's my first EDC pistol but so far its very easy to conceal and shoots great! Only about 300 rounds in but so far so good. And yeah that recoil is kinda crazy at first. Super poppy at first, had to start gripping tighter haha
Thanks for the review!
Just bought one... Academy has the on sale for $335.00 I also have a Ruger Max 380... And found that The "Houston" Eco holster is very good.. IWB or ITB, inside the belt as I like to call it... Why have bigger pants..lol.. But emailed Houston and they say model CHP 57A is the one you want.. I think 26 bucks shipped.. If it fits the Max-9 like it does the 380, we are good to go.. The reason I was watching was the trigger issue.. I find that pinchy..lol.. so researching triggers.. and Galloway also makes them.. I think there is also a spring kit that you can get as a package as well.. Thanks for the info...
Great info, Thank You for sharing.
Hey SPN - what holster are you using in the thumbnail pic of the Max-9? It’s a Galco, it they don’t have one for the Max9 it appears. Would love to get a pocket holster for the max 9 just like you have.
What gun is the GalCo holster for as they don’t show the Max9 as an option?
It's been sweated on,exercised with,walked on the beaches.Bro is in a relationship with this thing😅
Haha as one should be with a carry firearm
@spnfirearms I sleep with mine every night.I like your channel bro you have some great content.I have been trying to find one of the guns you posted it's a 9mm GF something.
Ruger told me the slide rattle is a good thing on my lcp max. Less friction/debris affecting when cycling with looser slide/frame lockup. Love my max, but it started dropping mags while firing. Not good, but WOW, their customer service is spectacular. They're going to check the whole firearm while they have it and replace anything of concern. Test fire. Different options to ship. Very friendly. I just hope they don't mess with my m-carbo trigger. They're having me sign a paper about removing any aftermarket parts that aren't their factory spec.
Mine also dropped the mags on my last trip. First trip no problem but this last trip happened atleast 10 times
@MohaveShootingGallery I've had mine a couple of years. Just started the last range trip with 10 and 12 round mags. Repeatedly. Pretty much every shot.
@@Aaron-ro4kv first mag of the recent trip was some hollow point and almost every shot it was dropping switch to fmj and I still happened a few times. I am left handed so I thought maybe I was bumping the mag release since i never switched it over but never had that problem with any of my other micro 9’s been shooting and carrying over a decade
It's actually smaller than most of the firearms you listed, including the GX4 and the p365. Size and weight
I find it has plenty of room for my finger. I don't carry it while hunting so I don't have big gloves on when I conceal carry it.
I have a chance to get one for 250. Haven’t seen it yet. Why does the trigger look split in half. Is it just an illusion or is it split the long way?
My mags don’t eject out like that on mine. I press the release and barely moves a quarter inch if that and I have to manually pull it out and when load a mag back in I gotta slam the heck outa it for it to fully lock into place
How many people had to send theirs back to Ruger for the takedown gate not resetting to original position? Mine was loose as a goose😊 I sent it back for repair.
I think this would be a good companion with my snub nose .38 special. I'm kind of a sucker for micro guns like this haha.
The first time I shot my Max 9 I ended up with a blister on my trigger finger after 100 rounds. It was caused by the sharp edges on the trigger safety. Unless you insert your trigger finger beyond the first joint you can’t avoid the sharp edge and pointed end of the safety. I’m going to call Ruger but I suspect I’m going to have to shell out for an aftermarket trigger to fix the problem. So much for the low price advantage.
Check out the 4-inch version.
You mentioned pocket pistols that shoot better, which ones do you feel have easier shooting?
Taurus spectrum, Diamondback db9 gen 4, even the original lcp
Thanks for the info I have max 9 on layaway at buds with the factory optics can you do a video on the factory optics?
It’s absolutely terrible. The ready dot should be replaced right away
The snappiness is the recoil spring. It’s too soft, when you switch to the heavier Galloway it feels less but is heavier to rack. Also check the spec sheets, the max9 is thinner than p365 (0.95 vs 1 inch) and lighter (18.4 vs 18.5 no basically no difference).
The shitiest part of the max9 is that recoil spring that is going to break. For me the Galloway heavy spring feels the same as stock P365.
Just ordered the guide rod and the trigger!
I find that you have to rattle it in order for it to rattle. I would never have noticed it except that my friend told me to rattle it.
It’s mainly the trigger that rattles and that little plastic plug on the bottom of the handle where the magazine sits flush. I didn’t think it was a big deal. My shield and p365 don’t rattle but it doesn’t make me think any less of the Ruger.
Very surprised that it's larger than the other micro 9's you mentioned.
Why? When the sr9c exists for 300 and under with that extension 17 rd mag...
It recoils more because their polymer isn't the greatest. The polymer absorbs a lot of recoil, and very few companies are able to get the composition right then tune it like a plastic fork
I liked how the gun felt. Didn’t like the rattle. The trigger wasn’t my favorite and it was snappy.
What's your opinion between this Max9 and Canik's METE MC9?
I don't own the Canik Mete MC9, but I do own both the Ruger Max-9 and Canik TP9 Elite SC.
Am pleased with both. Had to upgrade the trigger on the Max-9 and lower the spring Lbs on the Canik, but both are excellent.
I like the Ruger Max-9 more for EDC only because it is a bit smaller and more comfortable IWB on the belt loop.
These new compacts look like they're made on the same assembly line with different skins and mags added at the exit.
My slide catches on the end of the guide rod, causing a malfunction. Anybody else experienced this?
My wife likes this gun. Even with it being snappy she like the control she has with it .
I own a LC9 for my CCW and have over 800 rounds through it. I want to upgrade so I really was looking forward to shooting one. I went into my my local range that carried all the brands so I can try them. I'd first shoot 10 rounds in my LC9 then 10 rounds in these 9's. 1st. to shoot Sig P365 and WOW felt great shot great felt awesome. 2nd. Hellcat 9mm hell of a kick and mag immediately chaffed my pinky WTF?? PASS. 3rd. M&P Shield. just after 6 rounds I didnt like it trigger was annoying. And finally I thought I'd save the best for last. max 9. I didnt like the kick though not as bad as Hellcat, Didnt like the trigger and would rather stick to my old ass LC9. I tried to like it and fired another 30 rounds but Didnt like the grip either and overall very disappointed as I do like Ruger. My next CCW is the Sig P365 and as a side note my son is a cop and he felt the same about all the guns.
IYO what is the least snappy micro 9?
S&W M&P Shield Plus
A better trigger than any striker gun
I like to have all my fingers on the handle with my hand but for the price even with high firearm prices Ruger always has had good firearms for a reasonable price any one can afford
Somewhat off topic-what would you recommend for a pocket 380-top 3 choices, if you don’t mind please.🙏
Glock 42
Glock 42
Colt Mustang Pocketlite
LCP Max
@@bbazzracing I own both guns. The LCP Max is about a 1/2” in length shorter at the muzzle than the G42. It also carries a 10rnd magazine and/or a 12rnd magazine at its maximum capacity. Yes it’s also 3 ounces lighter than the Glock because there’s less metal in the gun with a shorter barrel and slide length. But when you add the extra weight of the bullets in the larger magazines, the weights between the two guns levels out. But I like the G42 better simply because it’s a better and more comfortable gun to shoot. The recoil is far softer than the Max. Also, the Max is horribly inaccurate past 10 yards, whereas the G42 still holds tighter groups beyond that distance. The G42 is more reliable too when it comes to less malfunctions than the Max. Finally, the trigger pull on the G42 is better than the Max. Just my thoughts.
@@colt10mmsecurity68 I never shot a g42, but i have an LCP Max with galloway precision steel guide rod and stiffer recoil spring, MCarbo trigger and spring kit, talon pro grip, lasermax gripsense green laser. I have close to a 1000 rounds no malfunctions. It's very accurate for me up to 20 yards. It has double the capacity, lighter, better sights, and smaller footprint for deep concealment. With my mods it has very little recoil and the trigger is lighter and crisper than any Glock trigger. I can shoot it very fast and accurately with both hands or strong hand only. I can have 25 rounds of American Gunner XTP hollow points on me. Seems better then a Glock 42 to me. Just saying. 🤷🏿♂️
@@bbazzracing You described a hybrid right there, not really a Max. 25 rounds…. Doesn’t that defeat the purpose of an ultra light gun in the pocket? If I were to carry 25 rounds of .380, I’d rather switch to a lower capacity 9mm.
I use the Fobus Extraction holster with the paddle for OWB carry option. I like the paddle option. The holster is made in israel. Very quality holster. It retains pistol firmly but drawers smoothly. I like that I can slip the holster on and off with ease. They will not show you a picture of the paddle.. you need to select it as an option. There's rubber on the back of the paddle that keeps it firmly in place. It also has adjustable cant for maximum concealability. From the description:
The Extraction Series was designed and manufactured to meet the growing demand for CCW appendix style and is completely customizable for optimum form and function. The Extraction Series is a passive retention IWB/OWB holster. The Extraction holster includes a belt clip for IWB carry option and a paddle for OWB carry option. Compatible with all standard optics such Crimson Trace, Vortex, Trijicon, Holosun, Sig Sauer etc. Compatible with all standard optics such Crimson Trace, Vortex, Trijicon, Holosun, Sig Sauer etc.
I have several Fobus holsters and have been happy with all of them. I just picked one up last night for my Glock 43x, caught it on sale at Academy for 23 doll hairs.
Love mine. Got a holosun red dot on it. Plus that rattle is known as the “ruger rattle” it’s very common with their guns
It's funny, i find the hellcat and 365 have more recoil then the max 9. The Mod 2 has a lot less but its like half a pound heavier
Nice review. However...
You can not say that the Max-9 is larger than the Hellcat, FN Reflex or the P365; at least not on overall length. Heck, even on magazine lengths I'd be truly be surprised if it was bigger than any of those three. While the GX4 is smaller, it is only .14 of an inch shorter than the Max9.
I will say it is a good looking pistol.
I have this gun. It was my first gun purchase and personally I do not like this gun because of the recoil.
When you are in the fight with bad guy your not worried about the trigger, muzzle jump snappy when you shoot, you want it to go bang when you need it, I'm a gun collector, reliability is #1
Swapped the trigger for a mcarbo. It's a different gun... pleasant to shoot
Its not snappy ..the basic helklcat and 365 is 10000% more snappy ..I agree with what everyone's saying bellow seems strange ..its fine in reciol. Sold mine cause I don't need 4 carry guns it worked well imo
Even more snappy than the CZ P10 M?
I sold mine but the 365 and Cat way way more snappy
The ruger sliders rust...
It looks like it should have “Grip Zone” written on it.
I have marco tiggers kit
It’s my dog walking carry piece.
All the firearm manufactures custom service, I have dealt with in 45 years. Ruger are among, if not the best. Since 2019 seen nothing but junk being produced and not just talking about firearms either.
Mine is great/ 4k rounds no problems.
Great review, thanks. Can you compare this to the Security 9 compact?
I chanced the tigger in mime shoots alot better
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More than a DB9? 😳
I can answer that for you. No hands down the DB 9 is the heaviest recoiling 9mm gun on the planet. The max 9 feels like a 22 compared to the db 9
Having to use a pin punch for disassembly to clean makes it a no for me.
I got rid of my max 9 for one reason….. the trigger on mine was literally worse than a hi point. Overall I liked the gun but there are just so many options nowadays for the same price that have significantly better stock triggers and I prefer to keep my carry guns internals completely stock. Just my 2 cents.
Ruger lost my trust years ago when i got a horrifically unreliable sr9. It broke my heart. What a great shooter. It was just very unreliable. Sent back 3 times and never performed 100%. Im considering a lcp 22lr but for fun. I will never trust them again with my life. I will only carry my two most proven weapons now. My shield 40 and my glock 17. I know they will go bang when I need them to. Period end of story for my carry guns. ❤
My dad owns that sr9 now and after replacing the barrel and some springs he never had an issue with it😂
Dang and here I am considering giving this gun a shot
the trigger is most definitely mid tier...... other than that, the gun is amazing!
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Psa has these dirt cheap now.
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Gun feels cheap. Traded it in and spent a little more money on a canik
Canik is just as cheap if not worse.
@spnfirearms the max 9 slides rusts so easily. The canik feels solid compared to it. Although the max 9 went boom everytime
@@HoodziHockey16 my mc9 failed me at 750 rounds consistently. The rugers do rust and I hate that. Canik is still cheaper and budget. That’s why I prefer smith, Springfield, Glock etc. respect!! Check out the mossberg mc2sc, I think you would love it
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