Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this semi-automatic pistol for a penny-start auction, this is the Ruger P85 MKII.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Ruger
Model: P85 MKII
Serial: 303-13791
Date of Manufacture: 1991
Caliber: 9mm
Finish: Stainless
Barrel Length: 4 ½"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Front Blade with Fixed Square-Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Textured Black Synthetic Hogue Grips with Finger Grooves
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Ruger P85 MKII is a full-size semi-automatic pistol produced by Sturm, Ruger & Co. as part of the company’s early P-series handguns, designed to provide a rugged, high-capacity 9mm sidearm capable of military, law-enforcement, and civilian defensive use. Chambered in 9×19mm, the P85 was introduced in the late 1980s and quickly became known for its robust construction, reliability, and ability to withstand heavy use under adverse conditions. The MKII designation generally refers to later production updates that incorporated improvements to the safety system and internal components following early production changes, resulting in a more refined and trusted version of the original model. The pistol operates on a short-recoil, locked-breech system with a traditional double-action/single-action trigger, allowing a long first-shot pull followed by lighter single-action shots after the slide cycles. Built with an investment-cast aluminum-alloy frame and a steel slide, the P85 MKII is notably durable and substantial in hand, though heavier and bulkier than many later polymer-framed pistols. Standard magazine capacity is typically 15 rounds, placing it firmly in the “wonder nine” category of high-capacity service pistols popular during its era. The pistol features ambidextrous slide-mounted safety/decocker levers, fixed combat-style sights, and large, easy-to-manipulate controls that favor practical reliability over sleek styling. Ergonomically, the grip is broad and somewhat blocky due to the double-stack magazine design, but many shooters appreciate the secure feel and soft recoil impulse resulting from the pistol’s weight and full-size dimensions. In practical use, the P85 MKII earned a reputation as a dependable workhorse that would function reliably with a wide variety of ammunition and tolerate neglect better than many competitors. While its trigger feel, size, and aesthetics were often considered less refined than those of European contemporaries, it was widely respected for its toughness and value. Today, the Ruger P85 MKII is remembered as one of the classic overbuilt American service pistols of the late 20th century, valued for its durability, generous capacity, and no-nonsense reputation as a handgun built to last.
Contents:
Model: P85 MKII
Serial: 303-13791
Date of Manufacture: 1991
Caliber: 9mm
Finish: Stainless
Barrel Length: 4 ½"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Front Blade with Fixed Square-Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Textured Black Synthetic Hogue Grips with Finger Grooves
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Ruger P85 MKII is a full-size semi-automatic pistol produced by Sturm, Ruger & Co. as part of the company’s early P-series handguns, designed to provide a rugged, high-capacity 9mm sidearm capable of military, law-enforcement, and civilian defensive use. Chambered in 9×19mm, the P85 was introduced in the late 1980s and quickly became known for its robust construction, reliability, and ability to withstand heavy use under adverse conditions. The MKII designation generally refers to later production updates that incorporated improvements to the safety system and internal components following early production changes, resulting in a more refined and trusted version of the original model. The pistol operates on a short-recoil, locked-breech system with a traditional double-action/single-action trigger, allowing a long first-shot pull followed by lighter single-action shots after the slide cycles. Built with an investment-cast aluminum-alloy frame and a steel slide, the P85 MKII is notably durable and substantial in hand, though heavier and bulkier than many later polymer-framed pistols. Standard magazine capacity is typically 15 rounds, placing it firmly in the “wonder nine” category of high-capacity service pistols popular during its era. The pistol features ambidextrous slide-mounted safety/decocker levers, fixed combat-style sights, and large, easy-to-manipulate controls that favor practical reliability over sleek styling. Ergonomically, the grip is broad and somewhat blocky due to the double-stack magazine design, but many shooters appreciate the secure feel and soft recoil impulse resulting from the pistol’s weight and full-size dimensions. In practical use, the P85 MKII earned a reputation as a dependable workhorse that would function reliably with a wide variety of ammunition and tolerate neglect better than many competitors. While its trigger feel, size, and aesthetics were often considered less refined than those of European contemporaries, it was widely respected for its toughness and value. Today, the Ruger P85 MKII is remembered as one of the classic overbuilt American service pistols of the late 20th century, valued for its durability, generous capacity, and no-nonsense reputation as a handgun built to last.
Contents:
This example will ship with the Ruger case and all other contents pictured above.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3-day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3-day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
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Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Additional Details
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Additional Information
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https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1172595266 |
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AuctionEndDate: |
2026-05-10 21:00:00 |
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