I am deciding between Ruger 43917 and Ruger 43918. They look identical as is the price. That said, what's the difference between the two? Thanks in advance...

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Rick C. · Answer

43918 will come with a threaded barrel.  Not sure the 43917 has one.  As we are volunteers, who answer questions here, and are not Bud's employees, we have no access to Bud's inventory/records on these matters.  Suggest you contact Bud's directly at 1-859-368-0371 (9am-9pm EST Mon-Fri)  or use the "chat now" button located at the bottom right hand portion of your screen, (9am-9pm EST 7 days a week) and ask Bud's directly.

Frank S. · Answer

The 43917 does not have the threaded barrel whereas the 43918 does have the threaded barrel. Also, Ruger's website did not have the 43917 listed as I checked.  It looks as though Ruger upgraded the 43917 with the threaded barrel and list it as the 43918. I hope this helps you.

James G. · Answer

Adam, the 43918 has a "Threaded Barrel" and the 43917 has a "NON THREADED BARREL". They are identical other than the sole difference of the barrel types.

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I am deciding between Ruger 43917 and Ruger 43918. They look identical as is the price. That said, what's the difference between the two? Thanks in advance...