Ranger II at the range today

linux_author · June-04-19 08:06

hey folks, having a lot of fun down here (hot and humid though - whew!)...

took my Ranger II for a short workout (40 rounds of American .22wmr)... here's a target of 20 rounds from 12 ft... it works for me, and now my Ranger II, after 450 rounds, is in rotation for summer carry:

Canoeal · June-04-19 09:06

It looks like you may be the first to actually use a RII for carry. Congrats!

Uncle_Lee · June-04-19 10:06

Looks like an excellent job to me.

OV-1D · June-04-19 11:06

Nice shooting .

linux_author · June-04-19 11:06

tks fellas - i was surprised at how well the little scout shot... i glued some shrinktubing onto the front sight post and it has held up (we'll see how well after this summer)...

i like the ammo - it comes in two 250-round boxes from CTD... bought two lots, one for me and one for my neighbor, and every one has gone bang so far

willie
on the Gulf of Mexico

grayelky · June-04-19 12:06

Seems like you and it are becoming friends.

linux_author · June-04-19 13:06

Quote from: grayelky on June-04-19 12:06
Seems like you and it are becoming friends.

i wasn't quite sure at first, as i was getting light strikes... but any impingement seems to have worn down, and reliable ignition has been demonstrated over the last 150 rounds...

i still cycle all my carry weapons once every couple months...

but with my Ranger II and my Sidewinder - both in .22wmr - i have a pair of 'no excuse to leave at home' carry guns

willie
on the Gulf of Mexico

RICKS PLACE · June-04-19 14:06

You mention "light strikes". Would all you Ranger II users look at the left side (at least on mine) of the hammer, the small part that actually contacts the primer edge when fired. (Sorry, Uncle Ed, it is too light on the piece to get a photo). There is a slight drag mark on mine where it is contacting the side of the frame as it rides to the strike zone. When I let the hammer down easy, I can feel a drag at that point. That part of the hammer has a rough finish. For whatever amount, I would have to guess that slows down the hammer fall and I have had some FTF's. I can get to that area and smooth that rough part a little. My question, would that be a problem with my warranty? Seems like a simple job to save money and a trip back to the factory. Yes, I have cycled the action many times, still feel a drag.

linux_author · June-04-19 15:06

yes, the left side of the hammer (and a bit of the tip) had impingement and rubbing... symptoms were light strikes, but now, at the 450-round mark, i have not had a problem...

i'd call NAA if it is a problem - getting it fixed shouldn't cost you a penny, just time and effort in packing up and sending off...

NAA had good turnaround times on the .32ACP Guardian i owned (sold it off and now sticking with my P32s)

willie
on the Gulf of Mexico

Dinadan · June-04-19 15:06

Thanks for the report, Linux. It is real hot and humid here in my area, too! When I see a report like yours it really makes me want to get a Ranger.

SIDEHACK · June-04-19 17:06

JUST BOUGHT A RANGER TODAY I LOVE IT FITS IN MY JEANS WATCH POCKET JUST FINE ONLY RAN 10 ROUNDS TO DAY BUT NEED TO BREAK IT IN SOON

RangerJim · June-06-19 16:06

Thanks for the great report, linux! Happy to hear you are having good luck with it.

And good luck with your new Ranger, SIDEHACK! Let us know how it goes, and post some pics if you can.

OV-1D · June-06-19 16:06

The 2 series is a fine gun also just wish they put the blade sight instead of the post . I'm working on getting the 1 series a long rifle cylinder made for mine , should be simple enough using a Sidewinder cylinder and having it modified , already have something to work with , so I have to sell my third borne the others are already gone ,ha .

RangerJim · June-06-19 17:06

Quote from: OV-1D on June-06-19 16:06
The 2 series is a fine gun also just wish they put the blade sight instead of the post . I'm working on getting the 1 series a long rifle cylinder made for mine , should be simple enough using a Sidewinder cylinder and having it modified , already have something to work with , so I have to sell my third borne the others are already gone ,ha .

Hey, OV:
I totally agree about the blade front sight--I prefer the blade to the post. I was actually thinking of taking one of my Ranger 2s to a gunsmith and having a different sight installed ... maybe something like the Pug. Yes, it will change the overall aesthetic, but would make it more functional. Just a thought ...

And I like your idea about the LR cylinder for the original Ranger. I might consider that too, if I ever decide to carry one of mine.

SIDEHACK · June-09-19 16:06

I HAVE SEVERAL RANGER 2. PUG. BELT BUCKLE I HAVE HAD FOR 25 YEARS AND A NEW BUCKLE I JUST BOUGHT. ALL ARE FINE GUNS BUT YOU NEED TO BREAK THEM IN AND KEEP THEM CLEAN. ABOUT A 100 ROUNDS SHOULD DO IT.
NAME IS SIDE HACK BECAUSE I HAVE A HARLEY WITH A SIDE HACK. 76 AND STILL RIDING AND SHOOTING

Canoeal · June-10-19 22:06

Welcome to the nut house!

Uncle_Lee · June-11-19 03:06

Welcome Sidehack,
You have come to the right place.
Bikes and minis.
We like pictures.

Dragon 1 · June-11-19 06:06

That would work for me too that's very good shooting

Ruger · June-11-19 11:06

Hey . . . . Sidehack . . . . WELCOME to the Forum!! Glad to have you at the firing line. Don't be shy about reloading and stepping up to the line when ever you can. We love range reports, concerns, opinions, and pictures!! So don't be a lurker! Reload often!!!

franco22 · June-12-19 19:06

Welcome Sidehack. Nice shooting Linux.