I’m not what you would call a 1911 guy. My first love is S/A revolvers but I do own two and have had others in the past. Of the two I now own the SR is the most reliable. While, like others here, I don’t have 10’s of thousands of rounds through mine, the Ruger does have 1500 or so trouble free rounds through it. The other, a pre WWII Colt, does not like anything but ball ammo.I have noticed that when ever someone inquires as to which 1911 they should buy, only a scant few will recommend the Ruger SR1911. Inasmuch as the plunger tube, being integral with frame, is the only non-standard part (in that it is not a traditional 1911 part). Therefore, why not so much love for the Ruger?
Why is the Ruger not so popular? What is wrong with it? Be specific.
So to answer your question I personally can find no fault in MY SR1911 I’m sure the fact that Ruger is known as a revolver gun maker has a lot to do with their non revolver popularity.