What are your thoughts on the Ruger EC9s ?

[Milo]

Ruger EC9s

 

[DadSmith]

You might want to step up to the Ruger Max 9. It's basically the same size but higher capacity and better sights.

Ruger EC9s vs Ruger Max-9 size comparison | Handgun Hero

Compare the dimensions and specs of Ruger EC9s and Ruger Max-9

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Ruger® EC9s® Centerfire Pistol Model 3283

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Ruger® MAX-9® Centerfire Pistol Model 3500

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[2in1evtime]

depends on your budget, i have found most rugers in 9mm to be dependable and accurate

 

[DadSmith]

Ruger MAX-9 Pro Optics Ready 9mm 3.20" Barrel 12Rd Black - G4G Guns

Ruger MAX-9, Semi-automatic, Striker Fired, Sub-Compact, 9MM, 3.2 Barrel, Black Oxide Finish, Polymer Frame, No Thumb Safety, Optic Ready, Front TFO Night Sight, 12Rd, 1-12Rd and 1-10 Magazine 03503

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$380

Ruger EC9s 9mm Pistol, Black - 3283

Caliber: 9mm LugerCapacity: 7Overall Length: 6”Height: 4.50”Width: 0.90”Weight: 17.2 oz.Barrel Length: 3.12”Barrel Material: Alloy SteelBarrel Finish: Black OxideSlide Material: Through-Hardened Alloy SteelSlide Finish: Black OxideGrip Frame: Black, High Performance Glass-Filled NylonSights...

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$250

 

[CallSign Snafu]

My assessment of the EC9s is... meh. They are not as reliable as other generations of Ruger handguns. I work at a range part time and in our rental counter the EC9s was often out for service. I would go with the Ruger Security 9 if you have to have a Ruger. Also, it is really hard to beat the Smith & Wesson Shield Plus which I would recommend over the EC9s and the Max-9. I would say save a few extra pennies and get the Smith & Wesson Shield Plus.

 

[Eric94]

Ruger EC9s

I picked one up for $200.
Not a bad gun for the price.
There are much better options out there, but they are more expensive.

 

[marvin02]

meh sums it up. The EC9S is a gun that suits a purpose. It's small and mine worked flawlessly. The sights are poor and can't be changed.

Good for a self defense gun at get off me distances.

 

[Airtevron1]

Love Love mine, was my edc till the P365. Id buy again.

 

[MattDM]

Mags are expensive in my opinion for a basic gun that only comes with one to begin with

 

[doddg]

My assessment of the EC9s is... meh. They are not as reliable as other generations of Ruger handguns. I work at a range part time and in our rental counter the EC9s was often out for service. I would go with the Ruger Security 9 if you have to have a Ruger. Also, it is really hard to beat the Smith & Wesson Shield Plus which I would recommend over the EC9s and the Max-9. I would say save a few extra pennies and get the Smith & Wesson Shield Plus.

You have described my experience in the past 4.9 yrs.
After having nearly everything in a 9mm CC (especially in the Ruger & SW line), I ended up with a SW Shield Plus PC with no intention of looking further.
I just cannot deny that some version of the Shield has always been the one I went back to again & again.

 

[CWMC]

I've always been fond of Ruger's. Good american firearms company.