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August 25th, 2014, 03:18 PM #1Senior Member
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Opinions on Ruger P89...
A local gun store has a Ruger p89 for sale for around $250. Is it worth it? Does anyone own a p89? Opinions on it?
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August 25th, 2014, 03:53 PM #2
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I bought a P-85 in 88 when my unit was mobilized for Desert Shield, and used it for trade when I bought my stainless P-89D.C. in 92, after the P-85 recall was straightened-out.
The P-89's are very over-built, heavy and blocky. Hey, it's a full size old fashioned service style auto.
I had adjustable Millets installed and changed the grips. It's been my only 9mm for over twenty years and 18 > 20k rounds.
Not a target piece, but still minute of paper plate at 20 yards.
I've been halfway looking for a used P-95DC for a couple of years. They've also been discontinued, but they were the last pistol made that would share magazines with the P-89.
If you can get the case and both mags, $250 doesn't sound bad.Last edited by 2Late45; August 25th, 2014 at 03:55 PM.
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August 25th, 2014, 04:00 PM #3Senior Member
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Re: Opinions on Ruger P89...
Yeah it comes with 2 mags and the original box. I don't really need another 9mm I'm just looking to add another gun to "the collection" and I was wondering if it was worth it. I'm still on the fence about it. A few more opinions would be nice.
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i have the p95 and have shot other P series pistols. I would say that is a good price for a good gun. I have no issues with mine except it does not like herters steel case ammo.
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August 25th, 2014, 05:46 PM #5
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I've heard them referred to as tree trunks with triggers which imo isn't a bad thing. I had one and it ran like a champ. I only got rid of it because I thinned out my collection when I realized I just wasn't shooting as much. I would recommend it at that price.
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August 25th, 2014, 08:14 PM #6
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I bought one in '93. They're built like a tank & just about as heavy. My son has it now, but it's still going strong.
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August 25th, 2014, 08:30 PM #7
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Maybe forum member "P89" will see this and chime in.
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August 25th, 2014, 08:31 PM #8
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First handgun I ever bought was a P-89 DC in 1994. Still got it, upgrade some time ago to hogue grips and fiber sights. Still love it as much as the day I bought it too; big, clunky, and a blast to shoot! For $250 you can't go wrong.
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August 25th, 2014, 09:07 PM #9
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^^^^ I agree and did the same with mine: Millet sights and Uncle Mike's rubber grips. These pistols are tanks. Had mine since the mid 80s and countless rounds fired without a single issue. These are not target pistols but they perform respectably at 15 yards. I still love mine. I have forgotten what the differences between the P85 and P89 are. Price sound good if it's in great condition and has two Ruger mags.
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August 26th, 2014, 05:12 PM #10
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Those Rugers are sort of the 350 Chevy of handguns. They do a broad spectrum of things without drama, are not expensive, and very reliable.
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