The Ruger American 9mm 4.2″ is pre-tensioned striker system features a powerful striker spring for positive ignition without a heavier trigger pull. A barrel cam distributes recoil forces over a longer period of time to reduce felt recoil. Black nitride finish on stainless steel slide and chassis is durable, non-reflective and corrosion-resistant. Non-slip surfaces include functional slide serrations and purpose-oriented grip frame texturing for enhanced control.
Ruger American 9mm Specifications:
- Manufacturer: Ruger
- Model: American
- Model/Mfg Number: 8608
- Caliber/Gauge: 9 mm
- Chamber: N/A
- Class: Pistol
- Action: Semi-Auto
- Barrel Length: 4.2”
- Sights: Novak LoMount Carry 3 Dot
- Stock/Grip Finish: Black
- Barrel/Receiver Finish: Black
Additional Features:
- Safe, easy takedown with no tools or trigger pull required.
- Rigid, one-piece, precision-machined, black nitrided, stainless steel chassis with integral frame rails and fire control housing.
- Modular wrap-around grip system for adjustment of palm swell and trigger reach to fit a wide range of hand sizes. Ergonomic grip modules lock in solidly and do not loosen.
- Genuine Novak® LoMount Carry three-dot sights with wide rear notch for rapid sight acquisition and alignment.
- Performance tested for sustained +P ammunition use.
- Ambidextrous slide stop and magazine release.
- MIL-STD-1913 Picatinny rail acts as a mounting point for a wide variety of standard lights and lasers.
- Safety features include internal, automatic sear block system, ambidextrous manual safety and integrated trigger safety. Pro Models come without manual safety.
- Inspection port allows for visual confirmation of a loaded or empty chamber.
- Also includes – Two, nickel-Teflon® plated steel magazines; small (9mm models only), medium and large grip modules.
