The Ruger Mark IV™ 22/45™ Lite Model 43910 is a Davidson’s Distributor Exclusive .22 LR semi-automatic rimfire pistol featuring an eye-catching Red Anodized aluminum receiver, lightweight construction, threaded barrel, factory-installed Picatinny optics rail, and familiar 1911-style grip ergonomics. With a 4.40-inch barrel, 10+1 capacity, and unloaded weight of just 25 ounces, Model 43910 combines the proven Mark IV operating system with a distinctive appearance and a versatile feature set.
One of the defining features of the Mark IV platform is Ruger’s one-button takedown system. Pressing the button at the rear of the frame allows the barrel-receiver assembly to tilt upward and separate from the grip frame without tools, simplifying field stripping and chamber-to-muzzle cleaning.
Model 43910 features a lightweight, ventilated aerospace-grade aluminum receiver finished in Red Anodizing and paired with a tensioned stainless-steel barrel. The cold hammer-forged barrel measures 4.40 inches and uses a 1:16" right-hand twist with six grooves.
The barrel is factory threaded 1/2"-28 and includes a thread protector, allowing installation of compatible muzzle accessories. Ruger’s lightweight receiver and threaded-barrel configuration make the 43910 a particularly versatile variation of the Mark IV 22/45 Lite platform.
For optics, Ruger equips the pistol with a factory-installed Picatinny rail. Traditional sights consist of a fixed front sight and adjustable rear sight, allowing the shooter to use the factory irons or install a compatible optic. Ruger’s internal cylindrical bolt design also maintains permanent sight-to-barrel alignment.
The pistol uses a precision-molded polymer grip frame with a serrated frontstrap and checkered backstrap. Checkered 1911-style grip panels provide the familiar grip angle and feel associated with the 22/45 platform while offering a comfortable, non-slip gripping surface.
Additional controls include an ambidextrous manual safety, ergonomic bolt stop, and conveniently located left-side push-button magazine release. The safety can be converted to left-side-only operation using the included washer. Magazines drop free when released, and a magazine disconnect prevents the pistol from firing when the magazine has been removed.
Ruger includes two 10-round magazines with Model 43910. For customers looking for a lightweight .22 LR pistol with distinctive styling, straightforward maintenance, optics capability, and a threaded barrel, this Davidson’s Exclusive Mark IV 22/45 Lite delivers an impressive combination of features in a 25-ounce package.
Key Features
- Chambered in .22 LR
- 10+1 capacity
- Davidson’s Distributor Exclusive
- 4.40" cold hammer-forged barrel
- Lightweight ventilated aerospace-grade aluminum receiver
- Distinctive Red Anodized finish
- Tensioned stainless-steel barrel
- 1/2"-28 threaded muzzle
- Thread protector included
- Factory-installed Picatinny optics rail
- Fixed front sight
- Adjustable rear sight
- Precision-molded polymer 22/45 grip frame
- Checkered 1911-style grip panels
- One-button, tool-free takedown
- Internal cylindrical bolt design
- Ambidextrous manual safety
- Ergonomic bolt stop
- Push-button magazine release
- Magazine disconnect
- Two 10-round magazines included
- Only 25 oz.