Ruger P85 MKII 9mm Luger Full-Size, 4.5" Barrel, DA/SA, Two-Tone Stainless/Alloy, Ambi Controls, 2x 15-Round Mags
The Ruger P85 MKII is a robust, U.S.-made, duty-grade 9mm from Ruger’s P-Series. This MKII variant incorporates the factory update addressing the original P85 decocking-safety concern. It features a two-tone stainless slide over an aluminum-alloy frame, ambidextrous controls, and a 15+1 capacity. This example includes two 15-round magazines and a metal magazine loader.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The pistol is in solid shape overall. Scratches and blemishes are present, with some deposits of pitting noted. The bore is clean and shiny. When manually cycling, the slide initially requires a small amount of extra force to start moving to the rear.
What’s Included
- 2x 15-round steel magazines (Ruger P85 MKII compatible)
- Metal magazine loading tool
Designed as a service sidearm in the context of the XM9-era trials, the P85 MKII reflects Ruger’s duty-focused approach: an investment-cast stainless slide paired with an aluminum-alloy frame for strength and durability. The MKII update specifically addressed the P85 decocking-safety concern, making this variant a notable evolution within the P-Series line.
The pistol’s operating system is DA/SA, short-recoil, and hammer-fired, with an exposed spurred hammer. Ambidextrous, slide-mounted safety/decocker and an ambidextrous push-button magazine release provide accessible controls for either hand. Capacity is 15+1 rounds, and the 4.5" barrel anchors the full-size profile.
Sight alignment is straightforward with a fixed front blade featuring a single white dot and a low-profile rear sight set in a dovetail with a top lock screw; windage is drift adjustable. Black synthetic grips carry Ruger eagle medallions with molded "RUGER" panels, giving a secure, service-ready hold.
The two-tone finish presents a stainless matte silver/grey slide with brushed flats over a matte silver/grey aluminum-alloy frame. A factory lanyard loop provision supports duty carry setups. Approximate unloaded weight for the platform is around 32 oz, providing a stable feel at the range or on duty.
Made in the United States, this P85 MKII brings together the hallmarks of Ruger’s early service pistols: rugged construction, practical controls, and straightforward maintenance, complemented here by two factory-compatible 15-round magazines and a metal loading tool.