The Ruger RXM is a collaboration between Ruger Firearms and Magpul Industries that takes more than a little inspiration from SIG’s Fire Control Unit (FCU), albeit this FC ends with an I for Insert. It also somewhat reminiscent of the Springfield Echelon’s Central Operating Group (COG).
There is definitely some sort of threeway (maybe with roleplay) sex joke in there somewhere.
The RXM 9mm is a polymer-frame, striker-fired pistol with a stainless steel FCU mounted inside an interchangeable Magpul Enhanced Grip (EHG). The latter is going to provide substantial modularity to those who need it; the former isreally going to appeal to folks who want to change things up without a lot of work.
Especially if they want to use a Gen 3 Glock holster that they already own.
According to initial reports, the
Initial responses to the handgun have been largely positive, even when accounting for the influencers-gotta-get-paid factor. We reckon there’s a lot of potential here; just look at Palmetto State Armory and the Dagger. PSA is crushing it with that thing.
It seems likely the RXM will do equally well, but we’ll really have to wait and see. It’s more expensive than the Dagger, and ultimately, it’s just a new Glock Gen 3…in 2024.
Time will tell.
Is it a “Glock-killer”? That’s a stupid, badly overused term, so we won’t comment other than to say that it’s a stupid, badly overused term more useful to marketers than anyone actually looking to purchase an effective handgun. Not that we aren’t occasionally prone to hyperbole.
As the PR copy explains,
“The RXM’s slide features a black FNC nitride finish and allows for direct optic mounting of RMR, Delta Point Pro (DPP), and RMSc pattern optics. Co-witness height steel sights feature a tritium front night sight, providing an excellent sight picture, with or without an optic installed. Front cocking serrations and a precision-rifled barrel complete the premium slide assembly. The pistol is equipped with a flat-faced trigger and easily actuated magazine release, slide release, and takedown lever, but the best features are the ones you add.
We didn't have a Ruger+Magpul collaboration on our SHOT-season Bingo card, not gonna lie. pic.twitter.com/nAdYLT48DF
The Magpul EHG frames offer consumers premium features, including Magpul’s 3/4-scale TSP texture, which provides a comfortable, secure grip. Other EHG features include: textured indexing pads for consistent finger / thumb placement; a low-profile, flared magazine well for quick and easy magazine insertion; a trigger guard undercut and beaver tail that promote a high grip for better control; a magazine release scallop for easy access; and a universal-pattern accessory rail for use with a variety of lights and lasers.”
Most of the RXM’s major components are compatible with Glock Gen 3 off-the-shelf parts, holsters, and accessories for nearly unlimited customization, and the RXM is designed to use 9mm magazines compatible with compact or larger double-stack Glock pistols, including Magpul GL9 magazines. We’re given to understand it’s something like a 90% compatibility rate.
Ruger RXM for Sale
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Removable serialized stainless steel Fire Control Insert (FCI) set inside an interchangeable Magpul Enhanced Handgun Grip (EHG) for maximum flexibility and customization.
Most major components designed to operate in Gen 3-type pistols and are compatible with many off-the-shelf holsters and accessories.
The Magpul EHG offers consumers premium features including Magpul’s 3/4-scale TSP texture for a secure grip without discomfort or damage to clothing during concealed carry and textured indexing pads for consistent finger / thumb placement.
Other EHG features include: a low-profile, flared magazine well for quick and easy magazine insertion; a trigger guard undercut and beaver tail that promote a high grip for better control; a magazine release scallop for easy access; and a universal-pattern accessory rail for use with a variety of lights and lasers.
Among several interesting features, the RXM sports a SIG-like Fire Control Insert (FCI) set inside an interchangeable Magpul Enhanced Handgun Grip (EHG); the EHG itself provides a number of advantages. Note the texture, as well. That is the same TSP pattern from Magpul’s MOE rifle grip, just smaller.
Extended magazine release and raised slide stop.
Slide allows for direct optic mounting of RMR, Delta Point Pro (DPP), and RMSc pattern optics. Co-witness-height steel sights feature a tritium night front sight, providing an excellent sight picture, with or without an optic installed.
Striker-fired with a flat-faced trigger, smooth trigger pull and tactile reset.
Precision rifled alloy steel barrel with FNC nitride finish.
Safety features include integrated trigger safety, internal striker blocker and inspection port that allows for visual confirmation of a loaded or empty chamber.
Also includes: two Magpul PMAG 15 GL9 15-round magazines and co-branded plastic carry case.
The Ruger/Magpul collab comes in two variants; one with standard capacity magazines and another with modified mags for use in “capacity compliant” states. Both models ship with two magazines.
RXM Handgun Specs
There are two models initially available: the standard RXM and then one that’s “capacity compliant” for states like California. The only difference is the lowered magazine capacity for the latter.
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