U.S.A. –-(Ammoland.com)- Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE-RGR) is commemorating the 70th anniversary of the Company with the release of a Limited Edition Mark IV™ Standard pistol. This special model features a unique laser engraving on the receiver and bolt, as well as a “70TH” serial number prefix. This limited edition pistol ships in a custom wood case, reminiscent of the box used to ship the original Standard pistol in 1949, and also includes a 70th anniversary pin and decal.
Ruger began manufacturing the Standard pistol in 1949. The .22 caliber pistol immediately earned a reputation for being affordable, accurate and reliable, and served as the benchmark for all Ruger firearms to come. The Mark IV Standard model represents the fourth generation of this iconic pistol. The Mark IV boasts several feature improvements over its predecessors and retains the same quality and reliability that customers have come to expect from Ruger.
This limited edition model features the classic Standard styling, including the 4.75” cold hammer-forged, tapered barrel with fixed sights and angled grip. Like similar Mark IV pistols, the commemorative edition features a CNC-machined, one-piece aluminum grip frame, one-button takedown for quick and easy field stripping, ambidextrous manual safety and a redesigned bolt stop for more ergonomic operation. The magazine drops free on release and the magazine disconnect safety prevents discharge when the magazine has been removed. The American-made Mark IV ships with two nickel-Tefloncoated, 10-round magazines.
Since 1949, generations of American shooters have learned the fundamentals of marksmanship and safety with affordable, reliable and accurate .22 caliber pistols and rifles from Ruger. Continue the Ruger tradition in your family and help us celebrate 70 years of quality, American craftsmanship.
For more information on the Mark IV, or to learn more about the extensive line of award-winning Ruger firearms, visit Ruger.com or Facebook.com/Ruger. To find accessories for the Mark IV and other Ruger firearms, visit ShopRuger.com or your local independent retailer of Ruger firearms.
About Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc.
Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc. is one of the nation’s leading manufacturers of rugged, reliable firearms for the commercial sporting market. As a full-line manufacturer of American-made firearms, Ruger offers consumers almost 700 variations of more than 40 product lines. For 70 years, Ruger has been a model of corporate and community responsibility. Our motto, “Arms Makers for Responsible Citizens®,” echoes our commitment to these principles as we work hard to deliver quality and innovative firearms.
My first pistol was given to me by my Dad, Christmas 1962. A Ruger standard .22. It was a great Christmas. I still have it, and still shoot it occasionally. I must say the Mark IV is way easier to take down and clean. That is the one I shoot the most, and I love that it comes with a threaded barrel. If you haven’t shot a Mark IV 22/45 Lite you are missing a great pistol. I also have a Mark II. Why couldn’t they have come up with the one-button take-down a long time ago? Would have saved… Read more »
I have a mk 1 love it
I have had my Mark 2 target since 1984. Still running great. And it has seen a lot.
LOVE the style of this pistol, but I’m dubious of the new takedown version over it compared to it’s predisors
Love the SR9c!
I have never purchased a ‘weapon’, but I own a collection of firearms. Purchased my first Ruger Standard Model for $29.00 in 1959, now own at least one of each Mark models. Great handgun for cottontails, ruffed grouse, rattle snakes, etc. Thanks Ruger!
Ruger Mk1 1 serial number put it manufactured December 1950. Was my grandfather’s and passed to me after his death.
Ruger speed six .38 special. Bought it for my wife in 1984.
Ruger SR1911 .45 . My Favorite.
Ruger Security-9. My EDC
Ruger , my next gun.
I still own the first gun I ever bought, a Ruger Mk1 .22, in 1972. Still works perfectly, except for the bad feed lips on the original mag. Replacement mags solved that problem. I’ll pass it on to one of my granddaughters when I’m gone.
Phil in TX
The one I had was the most accurate and reliable .22 pistol I have ever had. Everything about the ergonomics was perfect, the feel, the accuracy. Make you look like a sharpshooting master. Been kicking myself for ever letting it go.
I own several Ruger Rifles , Pistols , Revolvers and a Ruger Red Label O/U Shotgun . All Ruger firearms are well built and exceptonally accurate . You will always get the best bang for your buck with Ruger firearms.