I was tempted several times to get the Ruger. I mean at $200 its almost a throw away gun. But then I’d try it at the store, and the trigger never feels right. Too much creep or not smooth. I’d mention it to any of the dealers and the reply is always the same. “That’s what you get for $200.” I’m just picky about consistent, smooth, trigger press and reset. The Ruger never quite satisfied. I dont want to spent $200 on a gun and then another $300 to upgrade triggers/parts. But clearly there is a market out there for the less expensive pistol.
I grew up shooting revolvers and still prefer them. Every striker fired gun I’ve tried has a trigger that sucks donkey dicks compared to my worst revolver.