Any ideas on how I might add a lanyard loop to a Ruger Standard Auto? I have a Mark II and Mark III. I like to take them fishing, but, being a klutz, I am all ways a little worried about deep-sixing one.

I think a fella might be able to fabricate some sort of threaded clevis pin to replace the heel release pivot for the Mk II. The same sort of arrangement could likely be used on the Mk III by drilling a hole.

Or maybe you can find a proper size Uncle Mikes barrel-mounted sling swivel and attach a lanyard to the barrel. Unconventional perhaps, but pretty simple.

Like this maybe? => https://www.midwayusa.com/product/750638/uncle-mikes-quick-detachable-magnum-band-style...

people use for competition and drill a hole in it. The mag should be secure enough in the gun to hold it...just my first thought

Not very elegant, but easy & effective.

An alternative- fit a flat piece of 0.035" brass/stainless shim stock under the outboard grip panel, with a minimal tab sticking out the bottom, drilled for a lanyard. That way if you drop the pistol at least the muzzle is pointed away from your upper body. Bend the tab out 45 degrees so it don't interfere with magazine removal. Skeletonize the center if necessary.

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from you.

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Sincerely,

Hobie

Sounds like the way to go, Sarge.
The MK III has a plug where the heel mag release was on the MKI and MK II. I had thought of drilling a hole through the plug, but it's plastic so that probably wouldn't last very long. Your idea is worth exploring. Thank you.