Ruger Mark III 22/45 Lite .22 LR, Blue Anodized Gill-Cut, 4.40 in Threaded Barrel, 10+1 (Model 03908, 2015)
This Ruger Mark III 22/45 Lite stands out with its blue anodized, gill-cut ventilated aluminum upper over a tensioned stainless steel barrel and a factory-threaded 4.40-inch muzzle with a knurled thread protector. It delivers the 22/45 grip angle with replaceable grip panels, iron sights with an adjustable rear, and a lightweight configuration built in the USA. This example is Model 03908 (Catalog P45MK3ALRP-BG) from circa 2015.
Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent condition, showing only faint signs of any prior use or handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
What’s Included
- Ruger-branded soft zip case
- Ruger factory box with matching label (Model 03908 / Catalog P45MK3ALRP-BG / serial 391-15224)
- Ruger Mark III instruction manual
- 2x 10-round magazines
The upper features Ruger’s blue anodized, gill-cut ventilated aluminum construction paired with a tensioned stainless steel barrel. The 4.40-inch barrel is factory-threaded 1/2x28 UNEF and fitted with a knurled thread protector. This configuration delivers a lightweight, rigid build with a distinctive look and purpose-built details.
The 22/45 grip angle is matched with replaceable checkered grip panels featuring Ruger medallions. A glass-filled nylon polymer frame in black keeps the pistol light while maintaining durability, and the full-size format provides a familiar control layout.
Sighting is handled by iron sights with a fixed front blade and a fully adjustable rear. Controls include a push-button magazine release, and the blowback action runs the .22 LR platform with a 10+1 capacity. Safety features include a magazine disconnect, internal key lock, loaded chamber indicator, and a thumb safety.
This Mark III 22/45 Lite has rails and a factory scope mount to expand mounting options if desired. It is Model 03908 (Catalog P45MK3ALRP-BG), made in the USA, with a 1:16 RH twist to stabilize standard .22 LR loads. Production is circa 2015.