CHRISTIAN, I had experienced that type of explanation decades ago when Bill JR. Was the plant manager in Newport and Southfield. Outstanding was your specifics for folks who understand the differences in metals used for bolts, hammers, triggers, and frames during firearm manufacture. I have seen the new RUGER American 2 and found all the features you revealed to be an improvement in smoothness and felt operation while cycling the bolt. Almost as smooth as my older 77’s. Certainly an improvement over the gen 1. Please make in .350 as you already have bolt manufactured with the ..223 we handled today. Two individuals called on phone to purchase while looking at it. From my experience and number of heads turned in the gun shop you RUGER has a winner.
First thing I did on my gen 1 was sand the bolt smooth. Only thing I wish was different is an adjustable length of pull and comb as well as a three position safety. Looks like Ruger read my mind.
@@tonycarter9485 every rifle I have with a ACIS style magazine that sticks out, has the balance point in front of where the magazine sticks out. There might be a different balance point depending on barrel length ect. Those type 1 plastic Ruger American magazines suck. ACIS style are not the very best but they are much better than the ruger and have the option of more capacity.
I believe Ruger addressed every issue that the American had. The only one they fell short on was the stock stiffness of the forend. The American II is improved in that area. However, more stiffness would be nice. That said, I think Ruger has done a phenomenal job with Gen II. Just fixing the zipper bolt was great, with stock improvements (I love the new texture) and 3 position safety while keeping it on the tang, impressive. Muzzle break instead of just a threaded cap is a bonus. This is why I just keep coming back to Ruger. They are the average working man's firearm.
I believe Ruger addressed every issue that the American had. The only one they fell short on was the stock stiffness of the forend. The American II is improved in that area. However, more stiffness would be nice. That said, I think Ruger has done a phenomenal job with Gen II. Just fixing the zipper bolt was great, with stock improvements (I love the new texture) and 3 position safety while keeping it on the tang, impressive. Muzzle break instead of just a threaded cap is a bonus. This is why I just keep coming back to Ruger. They are the average working man's firearm.
That safety, is the absolute worst. I won't buy it. If someone gave it to me, I'd either destroy the gun or at least ripe the safety out. You DO NOT put a safety on the neck of the stock. ANYONE who has owned guns and actually shoots them knows they wear down and then flip position every time you pull the trigger. I can't tell you how bad this is.
Really wish they had added an oversized bolt shroud to turn the gas 90 degrees in the event of a case failure, like the Ruger 77 and most of the other older designs.
I do hope that Ruger has standardized the making of bolts because when you have two rifles different cartridges 223R and 6.5 Grendel where the Grendel bolt is smooth the 223R bolt is zipper sounding. QC went out the door.
That is common from machining across multiple actions and always smooth out overtime. their new tumble polishing should definitely help but I would not expect it not to zipper a little bit when new.
well i hope gen ll are better then my new go wild 300 win mag, mine is so stiff ya cant hardly close it. really un happy. never by a ruger again. my 41mag pistol had to be sent back also. iam done with this brand
I just bought a Ruger American Gen 2 in 22 ARC, in my opinion the Gen 2 has the roughest crappiest extractor on the planet, this guy said smooth action hahaha ... NOT !!!!
The bolt is what I do not like about this firearm. To cheap, everything else I like, barrel length is awesome,and shoots great. A better Triger would be awesome as well. Had one traded for a real gun.
I am SO disappointed in this gun. Of all the amazing upgrades to the gun there is one that makes it unbuyable, the safety. Is there ANY POSIBLE way of moving the safety? That is the absolutely WORST place to have a safety. I am so tired of guns over time, having the safety wear down to the point where every time you shoot the recoil knoces the safety. I think a safety is very important, but I would rather have NO safety than that safety. Additionally, it is simply egonomically the absolutely worst spot to have a safety. I have so many Rugers and I'm so disgusted by this I'm not sure I'm ever going to buy another ruger again.
The three lug bolt is why I bought the Gen I for my son. Glad though it is made of stainless steel now and the bolt lock is part of it too.
Fantastic upgrade to the Ruger American. Definitely going to be going Gen. 2
CHRISTIAN, I had experienced that type of explanation decades ago when Bill JR. Was the plant manager in Newport and Southfield. Outstanding was your specifics for folks who understand the differences in metals used for bolts, hammers, triggers, and frames during firearm manufacture. I have seen the new RUGER American 2 and found all the features you revealed to be an improvement in smoothness and felt operation while cycling the bolt. Almost as smooth as my older 77’s. Certainly an improvement over the gen 1. Please make in .350 as you already have bolt manufactured with the ..223 we handled today. Two individuals called on phone to purchase while looking at it. From my experience and number of heads turned in the gun shop you RUGER has a winner.
Glad you liked it. I really appreciate the kind words. 🙂
The bolt is what kept me from ever getting a Ruger American. Glad to see it has been upgraded.
The boat? Just get a life jacket 😂
@mr.mr.3301 Should have bought the rifle before you bought the boat.
First thing I did on my gen 1 was sand the bolt smooth. Only thing I wish was different is an adjustable length of pull and comb as well as a three position safety. Looks like Ruger read my mind.
Like this dude. Might buy one now
I am happy with the changes of the rifle except for the pmag. I really liked the rotary mag and the smooth bottom action. But I will buy 1 or 2 or 3.
I disagree with your assessment of the magazine.
@Mike-xi4zt It's just personal preference. I don't use a sling very much and I like to carry the rifle at the balance point.
@@tonycarter9485 every rifle I have with a ACIS style magazine that sticks out, has the balance point in front of where the magazine sticks out. There might be a different balance point depending on barrel length ect. Those type 1 plastic Ruger American magazines suck. ACIS style are not the very best but they are much better than the ruger and have the option of more capacity.
I believe Ruger addressed every issue that the American had. The only one they fell short on was the stock stiffness of the forend. The American II is improved in that area. However, more stiffness would be nice. That said, I think Ruger has done a phenomenal job with Gen II. Just fixing the zipper bolt was great, with stock improvements (I love the new texture) and 3 position safety while keeping it on the tang, impressive. Muzzle break instead of just a threaded cap is a bonus.
This is why I just keep coming back to Ruger. They are the average working man's firearm.
I believe Ruger addressed every issue that the American had. The only one they fell short on was the stock stiffness of the forend. The American II is improved in that area. However, more stiffness would be nice. That said, I think Ruger has done a phenomenal job with Gen II. Just fixing the zipper bolt was great, with stock improvements (I love the new texture) and 3 position safety while keeping it on the tang, impressive. Muzzle break instead of just a threaded cap is a bonus.
This is why I just keep coming back to Ruger. They are the average working man's firearm.
That safety, is the absolute worst. I won't buy it. If someone gave it to me, I'd either destroy the gun or at least ripe the safety out. You DO NOT put a safety on the neck of the stock. ANYONE who has owned guns and actually shoots them knows they wear down and then flip position every time you pull the trigger. I can't tell you how bad this is.
I'd like to personally feel the bolt sliding
Its not all that smooth 😆 But its not terrible and boy does it shoot! Especially for a $550 gun.
Really wish they had added an oversized bolt shroud to turn the gas 90 degrees in the event of a case failure, like the Ruger 77 and most of the other older designs.
3-lug bolt with a 70-degree throw for smooth and efficient operation.
I do hope that Ruger has standardized the making of bolts because when you have two rifles different cartridges 223R and 6.5 Grendel where the Grendel bolt is smooth the 223R bolt is zipper sounding. QC went out the door.
Very interesting.
When will the 6mm ARC standards be available?
You guys going to get the SFAR working reliably? I want one but there are way too many negative reviews on TH-cam.
Ruger: when you post a barrel length it should be the legal length not the length with a brake unless that brake is welded.
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Tumbler makes non zippy? Was this not done one 1st Gen? Or is it a different type of zippy?
Will pmags work with the AI mag Gen ii guns?
Depends on caliber. Most are AI-style, the 223 Rem is AR-style.
Will the gen 2 bolt handle fit into a gen 1 bolt?
Why the fk didn’t you just use the m77 bolt?
I wonder if these new bolts make the same zipper sound as Gen 1?
That is common from machining across multiple actions and always smooth out overtime. their new tumble polishing should definitely help but I would not expect it not to zipper a little bit when new.
They do not. Picked up a 7mm08. Very smooth.
too badd they didn't tumble the bolts on the gen 1. it is my only gripe on either of mine. Zippy bolts...
i bought a few of these ruger americans,,are they made in china ?
Hey genius, it’s not the Ruger Chinese.
Does that guy look like he's in China?
well i hope gen ll are better then my new go wild 300 win mag, mine is so stiff ya cant hardly close it. really un happy. never by a ruger again. my 41mag pistol had to be sent back also. iam done with this brand
Hey everything's great except the barrel length.. great for combat and great for hunting... Not great for long range!
It’s not a prs, it’s a hunter
Who the fuck is doing serious long range with a Ruger American?
I just bought a Ruger American Gen 2 in 22 ARC, in my opinion the Gen 2 has the roughest crappiest extractor on the planet, this guy said smooth action hahaha ... NOT !!!!
The bolt is what I do not like about this firearm. To cheap, everything else I like, barrel length is awesome,and shoots great. A better Triger would be awesome as well.
Had one traded for a real gun.
I am SO disappointed in this gun. Of all the amazing upgrades to the gun there is one that makes it unbuyable, the safety. Is there ANY POSIBLE way of moving the safety? That is the absolutely WORST place to have a safety. I am so tired of guns over time, having the safety wear down to the point where every time you shoot the recoil knoces the safety. I think a safety is very important, but I would rather have NO safety than that safety. Additionally, it is simply egonomically the absolutely worst spot to have a safety. I have so many Rugers and I'm so disgusted by this I'm not sure I'm ever going to buy another ruger again.
Ruger makes 💩
Said the hipoint owner!
I really like them. Accurate & affordable.
So WHAT do YOU make darthtubb? I thought so...