The Ruger 9E model is a semi-automatic pistol, caliber 9 mm with typical Ruger features. The Ruger introduced its first polymer-framed pistol in 2007 and it was the SR9 model. Whereas this pistol had really a lot going for it, in a few cases were reported the pistol’s firing if dropped on the rear of its slide. Ruger recalled every single model, also retrofitted them with a new trigger construction and gave each customer a free magazine in the bargain.
The improved design of this model which used a visible inner trigger blade, that blocks trigger movement unless fully depressed. Additionally, its trigger take-up distance was really reduced as was the overtravel, both of which make for more positive trigger control. The improved SR9 model proved a very practical, rugged and popular pistol, so much so that Ruger decided to expand this series. The result of this effort was the SR9c. However, the Ruger 9E is an entry-level version of the SR9 pistol.
Actually, this model is structurally and mechanically it’s identical to the SR9, including such useful standard features as the ambidextrous magazine releases, manual safeties, a magazine disconnect safety, reversible grip backstraps and an accessory rail molded into the frame for lasers and tactical lights. This model’s action is an improved striker type, so there is the classic locking and also unlocking of a tilting barrel design, however, the closing of its slide partially cocks the striker. In order to complete the cocking the striker and fires the pistol the trigger has to be pulled full travel and it causes the slide to cycle, loading a fresh round and again partially cocking the striker. When the magazine is empty then its slide locks open. Regarding the magazine there is also other important information which you should know and it’s the maximum magazine capacity which is 17 rounds.
