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  1. Pat Cascio :
    I remember this fire arm! I’ve talked to people who said pretty much what you said about it. Very nice article. Of course I have to keep asking that pesky question who and/or what was the dumb a– reason for dumping it? If it ain’t broke do not fix it or get rid of it (stop making it). I wonder if that individual kept his job after that fowl up? All good questions, if anyone knows the answers give out a shout please, thanx.
    Semper Fi!

  2. Hi Pat –
    I have come to really enjoy your product reviews – thank you!

    I’m a HUGE Ruger fan and have a diverse assortment of what they have to offer in quality firearms. I would seriously consider adding this carbine to my own inventory, but I already have a carbine that fits in my backpack and can be deployed in just a few seconds. The Keltec Sub 2000.

    Now there’s no way that the quality of the 2000 compares with a Ruger, I know that and recognize that. However, for the price of one PC9, I have TWO reliable carbines (thousands of rounds and not one issue), accurate to 100 yards (I’m not talking a 2″ group, but metal still rings on every shot if I do my part) and the 2000 can be obtained to accept not only our 9 mm Glock magazines, but our 40 SW Beretta 96 magazines (there are others as well).

    No, it’s definitely NOT a Ruger, but it is fully collapsible, fairly accurate, easy to deploy, dependable, affordable, customizable and a load of fun to shoot.

    BUT, if I had the funds, I’d have the Ruger as well!

    1. I have a Kel-Tec Gen 2 Sub 2000 and love it. It fits nicely folded in half in my EDC bag along with my Glock 17 and uses the same magazines. It has eaten ALL 9MM ammo I’ve fed it without a hiccup.

  3. Other than the 10/22, I’m not a huge fan of Ruger, but I have to say I’m intrigued by this one, and may have to put it on “sooner rather than later” lost. Great review Pat

  4. Awesome news, if too late for me! A while back I was looking for a 10mm carbine to match with my G20 and finally found a Thureon Defense – then the Glock self-destructed and crushed a bone in my wrist. I finally found an original PC9, then a NIB P93 a few years ago. People can poo-poo the concept if they want but I love having a pistol-carbine combo that shares mags!

  9. Marlin made a Camp 9 years ago that took S&W 5900 series mags. I have one and love it. I am seriously looking at the new Ruger carbine as another rifle for uncertain times. They also made it in .45 as a Camp 45 that took GI 45 mags

  11. My former department had three of the 9mm carbines back in the early 90s, with the wooden stocks. Ours accepted the 15-round S&W Model 59 magazines. Had them for several years until upgraded to AR platforms.

  13. Hmmm, is there PC .45 in the ( near ) future ? Uncle Sam started me on the .45 way back when and I would be interested in PC .45 if possible. that being said. I recently picked up a S.A. 1911 compact 9mm, so yeah, I could live with a PC 9mm if need be.

  15. I was initially excited about the return of the PC9. Then I remembered I have some M1 Carbines that essentially serve the same purpose, are lighter weight, and are well proven in reliability already, with my 15- and 30-rd magazines. So, I think I;ll just enjoy the Carbines for now.

    BUT, if I did not have the M1 Carbines, then the PC9 would be at the top of my list for next firearm to buy. I don’t consider it a primary defense weapon, as I have pistols and AR15s for that. But for pure fun, teaching new shooters, and possible defense I would want a PC9. The pricing looks excellent. Hopefully there will be light weight stocks available.

  16. Looks to me that they are going to make kits to allow other calibers to be used by simply changing the magwell, bolt face, dead blow weight? and barrel. Take a close look at the innards. I’m getting one as soon as I can find one!! I think using sub ammo 147g? and my sightmark Photon xt would be a lot of fun. Watch out Yotes!

    1. I measured the holes in the weight when I got my PC9. The holes would only allow half an ounce of extra weight if they were not there. Not enough to handle a 40 S&W.

      The removeable bolt face looks to be that way to retain the firing pin and cushion the force of the bolt closing forward.

  18. I wish I hadn’t read this article! Now I want a Ruger PC9. I already have a Keltec SUB2000 in 9mm. I keep it in a laptop computer case and toss it in the vehicle. But I also own five Rugers of various types and consider them to be very well made quality firearms that will last a lifetime.

  19. This is a hot carbine now but if Ruger can’t deliver it to the public interest will fade and an opportunity will be lost. They’ll then resort to to discounting. No wonder owning gun company stocks is frustrating.

  21. I just bought a PC9. running lots of ammo thru it looking for the one that groups best. the best ammo has evaded me up to this point. I can keep most inside a 6 inch circle at 100 yds with 124 gr+p military nato, but still searching .
    I love the break down feature, and it is easy to clean. It makes a great short range defense weapon.
    good job Ruger

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