Does Ruger use mim parts?
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It's quite possible. Ruger has always made a point of using whatever technology works best for them in terms of cost and performance. If they can make MIM parts that will meet their performance specifications and service life requirements with less expense than other manufacturing methods, I have no doubt that they will take that route.
Yes, and widely.
The first Ruger MIM was the M77 extractor about 14 years ago.
Since then it's spread and it'll continue to spread.
Their MIMs are outsourced, so far.
Ruger's found that CNC machining is more efficient than casting in some larger areas, and that MIM parts work just as well as cast in other smaller areas at lesser cost. MIMs generally don't require the same level of final-finishing as cast parts do.
Denis
The first Ruger MIM was the M77 extractor about 14 years ago.
Since then it's spread and it'll continue to spread.
Their MIMs are outsourced, so far.
Ruger's found that CNC machining is more efficient than casting in some larger areas, and that MIM parts work just as well as cast in other smaller areas at lesser cost. MIMs generally don't require the same level of final-finishing as cast parts do.
Denis
Most firearms manufacturers use MIM at this point. Glock has been using it in many of their smaller parts (locking block, extractors, etc) for years, so has S&W (in their pistols and revolvers) and I have found MIM in the Rugers (both semiautos and revolvers) that I own. As with any process, done correctly, there is nothing to be concerned about.
Cheapshooter
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(from this story about Taurus International http://www.taurusarmed.net/forums/t...aurus-international-mfg-inc-factory-tour.html)
Can't say they do, can't say they don't get them from Taurus. But a little thing to think about for all the Taurus hater/Ruger lovers out there!
Cheapshooter
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I agree completely, and It really doesn't matter. They work, and that's what counts. Just thought the coincidence pointed out in my post was interesting.
It is interesting to note that when "the truth was exposed!!!" that S&W used MIM parts, Ruger fans were overjoyed and lost no time reminding us that MIM parts always broke, fell apart, dry rotted, were eaten by zombies, or whatever other derogatory nonsense occurred to them, and that "their" company would never stoop so low as to use MIM for any kind of production.
All nonsense, of course. As others have said, Ruger will employ whatever manufacturing methods and materials are best for the job at the least cost to the customer, the same as any other company that plans to stay in business.
Jim
All nonsense, of course. As others have said, Ruger will employ whatever manufacturing methods and materials are best for the job at the least cost to the customer, the same as any other company that plans to stay in business.
Jim
LockedBreech
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All I know is that my Ruger's are amazing performers for the price point. My tiny, light $300 LCP has done two years, five months pocket carry and over 1,000 rounds with nary an issue. My 10/22 all-weather stainless takes all the abuse I can dish out and laughs. MIM parts in Rugers don't concern me.
Airman Basic
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Interesting reading, nonetheless
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Metal_Injection_Molding
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Metal_Injection_Molding
Cheapshooter
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What are the other branches of this "metals" company? Car parts? Home products? Aerospace industry? Construction materals?
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LockedBreech
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? I know their investment casting process is great, but I looked around and couldn't find any indication that they produce other metal products. Could you clarify?