Ruger LCR

[zoner]

I drove home from Phoenix Sunday morning, stopped for gas at Circle K @ 5:30 AM. Ran across a guy(tweaker) who was selling "his" tools and trying to "borrow" money and when i said no got a little verbally aggressive. I assured him i had the resolve and the means to deal with him if necessary and he went on his way but after it was over i got to wishing i'd been better equipped than the Berette M21 in my pocket.....so i'd like to hear from some folks who have bought and fired the Ruger LCR.......kinda got my eye on one.....Mike

[Doublebass73]

I HIGHLY recommend the LCR. I carry mine daily, it's the only handgun that I own right now but in the past I've owned S&W J-frames which I also like but I definitely prefer the LCR. In my opinion it is much better than J-frames when it comes to recoil. I've shot 150 +P rounds in one range session out of the LCR where I'd be tired after 50 rounds out of my J-frames. Even the Buffalo Bore 158 grain LSWCHP +P running 1000 fps out of the 2 inch barrel is tolerable to shoot with the LCR and very accurate to boot. I use that for a carry round. Accuracy is very good with my 148 grain wadcutter practice rounds, too.

[nessmuk101]

At least with the LCR there is no shortage of ammo.  The same can't be said for the LCP in .380 where there is almost no ammo for practice.

Go with the .38 and you can't go wrong.

[zoner]

thanks for the replys

[GatCat]

I recently bought an LCR, and really like it. I replaced the front sight with a hi-viz ( green tube ), and just today got a crimson trace grip set, which seems ok, but I haven't had a change to practice with the lazer. I like the factory grip frame better then the C.t.
I really like the revolver...the trigger can easily be "staged", so the final bit of trigger squeeze  is predictable. With it's internal hammer, it it very much snag-free when pulled from a pocket. The lockable safety is under the grip frame, and seems very positive when de-activated, but having said that, if some company ( surely not Ruger ) comes up with a "filler", that takes the place of the lock, I would buy that...just my distrust of mechanical locks on a self-defense handgun.
So, as mentioned....I really like it.
Mark

[carryon]

well put together little pocket revolver, when you factor cost and recoil as compared to the J frame it is a bargain.  I will always have J frames, but the LCR is a daily carry.  It's finish is tolerant of sweat and will shoot well with whatever I put in it.  Buy some Bianchi speed strips and you will have a constant companion.

[amdak]

Got on rugers web site,and they are coming out with the lcr in 357.

[Ak.Hiker]

They also have a new model with night sights and boot grips in 38 Special +P.

[highwayman]

have anyone shot theirs at 25 or farther yet?

[zoner]

i saw review somewhere that said it was a good shooter, but accuracy went downhill after 15 yds or so

[Yes, 357_SIG]

Ruger did not plan on a LCR in 327mag because it has even higher pressures than a 357mag.

The beauty of the 357mag LCR is that is gives you the option of using other cartridges if desired … or necessary.

Also, the LCR honestly has less felt recoil than similar weight all metal revolvers [SP101 included].
The engineers attribute that primarily to the ability of polymer to act as a “shock absorber” and also to the LCR design in general.
Try them side by side; you will be surprised at the results.

I already have several LCRs, and am really hoping for some in 22cal [for teaching, training, & practice];
… and also in 9mm.
In addition to moonclip speedloading [a major advantage]; …
a 9mm LCR would also provide ammo compatibility for / with 9mm carry pistols.
Furthermore,…
there is an enormous amount of work being done on 9mm bullet design and there are many very fine 9mm cartridges available today.

[Yes, 357_SIG]

There are still advantages to revolvers chambered for 38spcl.

When frequently fired with 38spcl cartridges, …
especially those loaded with lead bullets,
it is much easier to clean and maintain revolvers chambered for 38spcl than for 357 mag.

[Yes, 357_SIG]

Advantages of LCR over Airweight:

Lower cost;
Less felt recoil;
Stronger overall +P+ capable;
Better sights, front & rear;
Better cylinder release;
More solid crane lockup;
Better topstrap protection;
Better overall ergonomics;
Pinned, easily interchangeable front sight;
More rugged & durable;
Advanced technology;
Modern design;
Simpler lockwork;
Modular fire control mechanism;
“Better” trigger [this is personal & subjective for those who understand & / or appreciate the Ed McGivern / Colt style (2 stage) trigger action {Ford vs Chevy}]
Available from factory with many options [grips, sights, etc.]

Guess who just announced what …
Yep, S&W now has a “polymer” revolver very similar to the LCR.

Q.E.D.

[shaner]

hey mike i ve been carryin my LCR a lot , hiviz front sight and crimson trace grips , is very nice for carry , i reload 38's  so that helps, 15yds id say is it  for accuracy  but ive hit  cans at that distance a lot of timeis as accurate as iam , but alot more then and 380 ive owned, the trigger is a big plus also , compared to most small autos  that ive owned , they usually have a big heavy trigger , the LCR triger is  smooth to shot . ive run over 700 rounds thru mine , all 38 reloads , and maybe 100 plus P  loads, as for carry ammo i carry  speer gold dot+P 135gr  gd hp's  they work real well. if ya get down tucson way  let me know you can shoot it