i've had a buckmark for well over 10 years.one of the features i like, mag release button is behind the trigger (like on a 1911) release on a ruger is a latch at the bottom of the grip. ruger's set up seems easier to bump by accident. both are the class of the field when it comes to affordable hunting pistols. the best advise was to buy both. i would NEVER sell my buckmark, but i would love to have one of those government target model rugers. either one will be great, you can't go wrong