Can a Mark II hammer be used instead? Seems it wouldn't have the cut out. And what new hammer did you replace the old hammer with? You said it was a bit lighter. Is that really an advantage? Seems to me that a heavier hammer would strike harder and ensure that all .22s ignite. Some .22s need a bit more of a hit to reliably go off.
He comments on new hammer at 1:56. You could replace the Mark III hammer AND bushing with a Mark II hammer AND bushing and not mess with washers. Also there is a bushing available that replaces the stock bushing, no washers required, It's $10.80US including shipping.
I tried the 2 5mm and 1 #10 SAE SS wawshers and had a HUGH problem. The #10 washer is too big to allow the sear to engage the hammer. Fixed it by using 3 5mm's. They do not go through the disconnector.
the magazine safety is the most asinine thing I have ever seen. I bought a MKiii and thought it was broken until i realized what Ruger had done. After having a MKii for a decade, I couldn't believe it. I believe this safety is UNsafe as to the expected operation of a handgun. I will be performing this surgery tonight. Thanks for the vids
I noticed that you bought the entire Volquartsen Accurizing Kit for the Mark III and I am wondering why you didn't just buy the kit for the Mark II instead? This is what I am doing for mine and also bought the Volquartsen Mark II hammer bushing and I don't have to try to fit any washers to the gun and the Mark II kit is actually cheaper, so it's not like it's more costly to do it that way. But in any case, I really enjoyed your video and learned a lot!
@acorn1754 Hey acorn, did you get that modification done with the Volquartsen MKII kit on your MKIII??? I have a MKIII hunter and am really itching to fix this... Not knocking what this guy did, but for me, putting hardware store washers inside a gun falls in the category of rigger nigging a firearm, something I'm not into. Call me anal, but I don't want hardware store washers inside the workings of my pistol. Just my 2cents.
Don't get me wrong, your video is great source of info for those who want to "remove" parts or re-design pistols but my comment is in general, for everybody who purchased the MKIII and then realize their mistake and start complaining about everything, including the fiber optic front sight? I see it all the time in many forums. In my opinion, everybody should do research on the MKIII and then decide which one fits their purpose, just like buying a car!
I agree, research is very important. I try to not fixate on any one review, forum post or video. I try to look for patterns or common points made from multiple sources. Additionally, main stream magazines, TV and radio are bias to their sponsors and would never say anything bad. Anyway, what is being said is wrong with the front fiber sight??
What is being said about the new fiber optic (beside they don't look good) is that they are to large, good aid for rapid target aquisition in hunting but, they do NOT aid in accuracy, because the top of front sight is not square but round, so getting top of front and rear sight on a level plane is an imprecise process. NOT good for bullseye shooting so...., they decided to replace it with a standard metal front sight, "like the ones on the MKII"
@250rapid I love my MKIII, the magazine safety is an easy fix to me, the MKII has that mag release on the bottom and i can't stand that. And I don't mind the MKIII mag safety much, so for me the MKIII is much better :) (I don't like the fiber optic sights, mine is the MKIII Target model, so it came with just plain black steel sights, which I like!
@250rapid I'm doing research, I want a MKIII b/c it has the Browning style mag release, it'll be almost perfect after I remove the mag disconnect (hopefully the loaded chamber indicator doesn't cause problems).
Why go thru all this hassle removing parts if you just want a free falling mag? Why purchase the MKIII if we are going to start removing the loaded chamber indicator, the magazine disconect safety or complaining? might as well buy the MKII instead.
But anyhow if you just want the free falling mag it'll be easier and faster to install a Volquartsen Spring Loaded Magazine Ejector at the bottom of the handle and this will eliminate the hang ups and provide a forceful ejection each and every time.
Very good question!!! The most important result of this mod to me personally was to simplify the field strip process. Everytime you have to pull the trigger you must insert the mag, pull the trigger than remove the mag, now I just pull the trigger like a Mark II.
The MKII is no longer in production and was not available when I purchased the MKIII. I do prefer the location of the mag release on the MKIII over the MKII. I can find something to complain about with every gun I purchase :), some folks may feel the same way and are looking for solutions which is why I posted this video, to help. If you get the Mag ejector, please post a video, I'd be very interested in how well it works. I see you are new to Youtube, welcome aboard!!!
why not just get a ruger mark 2 bushing and hammer. Then you would not have to use washers and what not.
dp665 4 days ago
Can a Mark II hammer be used instead? Seems it wouldn't have the cut out. And what new hammer did you replace the old hammer with? You said it was a bit lighter. Is that really an advantage? Seems to me that a heavier hammer would strike harder and ensure that all .22s ignite. Some .22s need a bit more of a hit to reliably go off.
MuzzleBlast357 1 month ago
@MuzzleBlast357
He comments on new hammer at 1:56. You could replace the Mark III hammer AND bushing with a Mark II hammer AND bushing and not mess with washers. Also there is a bushing available that replaces the stock bushing, no washers required, It's $10.80US including shipping.
lostburro 2 weeks ago
I tried the 2 5mm and 1 #10 SAE SS wawshers and had a HUGH problem. The #10 washer is too big to allow the sear to engage the hammer. Fixed it by using 3 5mm's. They do not go through the disconnector.
TheCfhowell 7 months ago
the magazine safety is the most asinine thing I have ever seen. I bought a MKiii and thought it was broken until i realized what Ruger had done. After having a MKii for a decade, I couldn't believe it. I believe this safety is UNsafe as to the expected operation of a handgun. I will be performing this surgery tonight. Thanks for the vids
sonick808 9 months ago
hey there, did your little mod there cost 75 cents and took less time than it took you to describe it great video i,m impressed
londonslimos 1 year ago
hey there, did your little mod there cost 75 cents and took less time than it took you to describe it great vid im impressed
londonslimos 1 year ago
I noticed that you bought the entire Volquartsen Accurizing Kit for the Mark III and I am wondering why you didn't just buy the kit for the Mark II instead? This is what I am doing for mine and also bought the Volquartsen Mark II hammer bushing and I don't have to try to fit any washers to the gun and the Mark II kit is actually cheaper, so it's not like it's more costly to do it that way. But in any case, I really enjoyed your video and learned a lot!
acorn1754 1 year ago
@acorn1754 Hey acorn, did you get that modification done with the Volquartsen MKII kit on your MKIII??? I have a MKIII hunter and am really itching to fix this... Not knocking what this guy did, but for me, putting hardware store washers inside a gun falls in the category of rigger nigging a firearm, something I'm not into. Call me anal, but I don't want hardware store washers inside the workings of my pistol. Just my 2cents.
rednoseroxy 1 year ago
Does this affect performance of the pistol after removing?
gwargwar1981 2 years ago
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250rapid 2 years ago
Don't get me wrong, your video is great source of info for those who want to "remove" parts or re-design pistols but my comment is in general, for everybody who purchased the MKIII and then realize their mistake and start complaining about everything, including the fiber optic front sight? I see it all the time in many forums. In my opinion, everybody should do research on the MKIII and then decide which one fits their purpose, just like buying a car!
There are lots of MKII around for sale ;>)
250rapid 2 years ago
I agree, research is very important. I try to not fixate on any one review, forum post or video. I try to look for patterns or common points made from multiple sources. Additionally, main stream magazines, TV and radio are bias to their sponsors and would never say anything bad. Anyway, what is being said is wrong with the front fiber sight??
fredhart 2 years ago
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250rapid 2 years ago
This has been flagged as spam show
What is being said about the new fiber optic (beside they don't look good) is that they are to large, good aid for rapid target aquisition in hunting but, they do NOT aid in accuracy, because the top of front sight is not square but round, so getting top of front and rear sight on a level plane is an imprecise process. NOT good for bullseye shooting so...., they decided to replace it with a standard metal front sight, "like the ones on the MKII"
250rapid 2 years ago
@250rapid I love my MKIII, the magazine safety is an easy fix to me, the MKII has that mag release on the bottom and i can't stand that. And I don't mind the MKIII mag safety much, so for me the MKIII is much better :) (I don't like the fiber optic sights, mine is the MKIII Target model, so it came with just plain black steel sights, which I like!
Skormm 6 months ago
@250rapid I'm doing research, I want a MKIII b/c it has the Browning style mag release, it'll be almost perfect after I remove the mag disconnect (hopefully the loaded chamber indicator doesn't cause problems).
jvv1300 3 months ago
Why go thru all this hassle removing parts if you just want a free falling mag? Why purchase the MKIII if we are going to start removing the loaded chamber indicator, the magazine disconect safety or complaining? might as well buy the MKII instead.
But anyhow if you just want the free falling mag it'll be easier and faster to install a Volquartsen Spring Loaded Magazine Ejector at the bottom of the handle and this will eliminate the hang ups and provide a forceful ejection each and every time.
250rapid 2 years ago
Very good question!!! The most important result of this mod to me personally was to simplify the field strip process. Everytime you have to pull the trigger you must insert the mag, pull the trigger than remove the mag, now I just pull the trigger like a Mark II.
fredhart 2 years ago
The MKII is no longer in production and was not available when I purchased the MKIII. I do prefer the location of the mag release on the MKIII over the MKII. I can find something to complain about with every gun I purchase :), some folks may feel the same way and are looking for solutions which is why I posted this video, to help. If you get the Mag ejector, please post a video, I'd be very interested in how well it works. I see you are new to Youtube, welcome aboard!!!
fredhart 2 years ago
Five Stars!!
MadBadVoodo 2 years ago