Ruger P95 DC

[Despoiler]

Originally Posted by RugerFace

I just bought a 95DC and it just started to not allow the clip to insert completley. it gets half way in then seems to be hitting something near the ejector. does anyone know what that could be?

any clue about my post? why my mag might not load all the way?

My first thought is it the correct mag, has it ever worked? Second why don't you just take off the grip and see what it is hitting?

I just popped off the grip on mine and watched as I put the mag in. About half way up the mag hit the mag release button. Perhaps you mag release is sticking, spay some break free in there and see if that helps.

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[khahn79]

Originally Posted by RugerFace

I just bought a 95DC and it just started to not allow the clip to insert completley. it gets half way in then seems to be hitting something near the ejector. does anyone know what that could be?

any clue about my post? why my mag might not load all the way?

This first step when field stripping the P95 (well, after checking that it's not loaded of course) is to lock the slide back and push down that lever near the back of the grip. That lever usually goes back up on it's own after reassembly, however, it does occasionally stay down. I would check that lever and be sure it is up before trying to insert your magazine. Hope this helps.

[OneOfManyMatts]

Originally Posted by Despoiler

My first thought is it the correct mag, has it ever worked? Second why don't you just take off the grip and see what it is hitting?

I just popped off the grip on mine and watched as I put the mag in. About half way up the mag hit the mag release button. Perhaps you mag release is sticking, spay some break free in there and see if that helps.

Despoiler

I just had a very similar problem on my brand new P95. The magazine would seem to catch halfway in, and once actually got stuck in that position. It was very difficult to remove. My problem was the pin the ejector rotates on. I have the synthetic frame model Ruger w/ manual safety, and if you look on either side of the upper part of the grip, you can see holes where the ends of the ejector pin is held. The pin had come slightly out of position, allowing the bottom of the ejector to catch on the magazine. I am planning on submitting the problem with Ruger (just to get the paper trail going with appropriate dates since I am still under the warranty), and if it happens again,I am going to go send the gun in.

[Kenny1980]

Originally Posted by mark8252

I liked this firearm so much I sold it to my brother. Liked it but sold it you ask? My brother owns one handgun for household defense. I trust this firearm to protect my brother. We liked the fact it was a decocker without an additional safety. You simply point and pull the trigger. Nothing to remember under stress. Local Fort

eggzackly...the Decocker is a nice feature...

unlike the other P series without the decocker feature...which doesn't have the spring that bounces it back to "FIRE" ( you have to manually lift the lever back to FIRE ) [non DC models]

the DC is a nice feature....decock ..return to double action....cock it..its ready for use in single action.

I like the P95 ..P94..and P97..they all have the 1911 cock feature...cock it..and the hammer stays back ( single action )

but on the P95...P97 and such...theres NO SAFETY...so you have to be careful on carrying it like that ( if you're INSANE )


NOTE: when you decock it...THAT is the safety ( double action ) ..about 12lbs to actually pull it to go BOOM.

[miaz86]

So if I can pick up a brand new P95 in 9mm for under $275, I should get it? I'm looking for a good, reliable back-up weapon. I held one at the store, I just didn't like the "feel" of it, the action felt cheap. But you guys know what the hell your talking about, I might just pick it up next week.

[Kenny1980]

I have a P95DC stainless..

and its a GREAT handgun.

I bought mine because it looks like the little brother to my P97DC .45ACP.

looks Identical just a tad bit smaller ( caliber size of course )

but its an accurate shooter and its very reliable.

you ever get the chance...check out my vids.

YouTube - twisted62380's Channel

dealing only with my Rugers.

[Kenny1980]

Originally Posted by miaz86

So if I can pick up a brand new P95 in 9mm for under $275, I should get it? I'm looking for a good, reliable back-up weapon. I held one at the store, I just didn't like the "feel" of it, the action felt cheap. But you guys know what the hell your talking about, I might just pick it up next week.

Yes..

its a great buy.

I got mine for $250 plus tax ( USED of Course ).

as soon as I got it home..I Immediately took it down...cleaned it ..and re-lubed it.

I'm very anal when it comes to the cleanliness and functionality of my firearms.

[paparoach429]

i just bought a used one today for 200 (stainless version) with 2 high cap mags

[Bigbird48]

check to see if the ejector is locked down maybe some thing holding it there

[LCP HEAT]

Originally Posted by ddhotbot

i own 2 ruger p95dc love them both.gave 1 of them too my son as his first pistol.they will eat any ammo you throw at it.prob the most underrated 9mm on the market.

Yes I believe this is a very under rated handgun. I will never sell mine but would like to buy another just like her.

[DaTeacha]

I've had mine a couple of years now. I've been looking around at shows for another 9mm with better pointability, with no luck, and I'vetried quite a few different brands. The P95 comes up about 10 degrees right of where I'm looking if I just grab it and point. My 1911 is dead on in the same situation. Other than having to make that minor adjustment, I think it's a great gun, with very low recoil effect. An airmed first shot followed by a fairly quick second tap with Blazer Brass 115 gr. fmj at 20 yards or so tends to make very small "groups", sometimes with the holes cutting each other.

I wish I could say that about the .45. Despite being more pointable for the first shot, the second shot takes more careful aim to hit the target than the P95. I find the P95 simply jumps a little and returns to point of aim quickly, but the 1911 tends to torque to the side while moving up and takes more time to bring back on target. That may have something to do with the fact that the .45 is launching twice as heavy a bullet (230 gr. vs. 115 gr.) as the 9mm, but it's a fact of life nevertheless.