Comments on: Ruger LCR: New .38 Special revolver http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/01/15/ruger-lcr-new-38-special-revolver/ Firearms not Politics Fri, 10 Feb 2012 22:19:07 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 By: Mike Dennis http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/01/15/ruger-lcr-new-38-special-revolver/comment-page-1/#comment-64518 Mike Dennis Tue, 07 Jun 2011 17:54:38 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=4269#comment-64518 A friend of mine said that older model Ruger .38s can be retrofitted for suppressors. Is that true? A friend of mine said that older model Ruger .38s can be retrofitted for suppressors. Is that true?

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]]> By: Matt D http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/01/15/ruger-lcr-new-38-special-revolver/comment-page-1/#comment-61162 Matt D Sun, 24 Apr 2011 05:11:39 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=4269#comment-61162 You will find Internal locks on a lot of Taurus models. I haven't heard about them engaging on recoil but I barely have 500 rounds through either my LCP or LCR. I think I am using the nomenclature correctly. I have an LCP and an LCR and definitely prefer the LCP. Conceals great and as the guy in the video says "it recoils differently". Another comment, I have big hands and both the LCR and the LCP can be fairly easily manipulated. The grip on the LCR is actually better for the "bighanded" in my opinion. Clearing jams on an LCP is just slightly more difficult than on a subcompact or compact Glock or Springfield. I haven't had an actual jam on the LCP but I practice clearing jams on all pistols. You will find Internal locks on a lot of Taurus models. I haven’t heard about them engaging on recoil but I barely have 500 rounds through either my LCP or LCR. I think I am using the nomenclature correctly. I have an LCP and an LCR and definitely prefer the LCP. Conceals great and as the guy in the video says “it recoils differently”.
Another comment, I have big hands and both the LCR and the LCP can be fairly easily manipulated. The grip on the LCR is actually better for the “bighanded” in my opinion. Clearing jams on an LCP is just slightly more difficult than on a subcompact or compact Glock or Springfield. I haven’t had an actual jam on the LCP but I practice clearing jams on all pistols.

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]]> By: Ernie http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/01/15/ruger-lcr-new-38-special-revolver/comment-page-1/#comment-56090 Ernie Tue, 22 Feb 2011 14:32:13 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=4269#comment-56090 I certainly agree with the concern expressed by Ray regarding the material used. It should have been SS, as you stated. Perspiration could be an issue, damaging a perfectly nice piece. Even moisture from a rain shower would be problematic. Sharpshooter http://50caliberfreedom.blogspot.com/ Thanks, Ernie I certainly agree with the concern expressed by Ray regarding the material used. It should have been SS, as you stated. Perspiration could be an issue, damaging a perfectly nice piece. Even moisture from a rain shower would be problematic.

Sharpshooter
http://50caliberfreedom.blogspot.com/

Thanks,
Ernie

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]]> By: Apache Paul http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/01/15/ruger-lcr-new-38-special-revolver/comment-page-1/#comment-54700 Apache Paul Sat, 05 Feb 2011 00:32:04 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=4269#comment-54700 BEV S- It sounds like you have good people around you and I appreciate that you are giving such careful consideration to your choice for a CCW. So many folks just rush out and buy the first thing that strikes their fancy and then end up leaving it at home when they "get the regrets". I would suggest that you make it a priority at the range to shoot the gun you're going to carry to gain confidence and familiarity to include reloading and malfunction drills. As far as ammo, shoot alot of cheap ball ammo for familiarization and drills and then enough Hornady Critical Defense to make sure it will function reliably in your gun. It is a hollow point bullet filled with a red plastic plug which helps it penetrate clothing without clogging, but then expands well in "wet stuff"(like bad-guy aorta). LUCKY PUP- Hi! I have been shooting .38's in my Ruger GP 100 for years and have not noticed any build-up, but as an old soldier, I am pretty diligent about thoroughly cleaning my guns after each day of firing. In regard to the flame cutting, the link below gave me visible evidence that convinced me that the stainless frame was the way to go. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V0h3tz4pAF0 As far as grips, I have the same dilemma. I currently carry a S&W J frame w/ CT lasergrips and love them. My research indicates that the LCR in .357 Mag is very harsh to shoot with full magnum loads and the laser grips, and I know I'll want to shoot magnums. For me the boot cut grip is definitely ruled out for the Magnum gun. I am tending toward keeping the Hogue grips and adding an XS Big Dot Tritium front sight. Decisions is right, but it's fun ain't it? BEV S- It sounds like you have good people around you and I appreciate that you are giving such careful consideration to your choice for a CCW. So many folks just rush out and buy the first thing that strikes their fancy and then end up leaving it at home when they “get the regrets”. I would suggest that you make it a priority at the range to shoot the gun you’re going to carry to gain confidence and familiarity to include reloading and malfunction drills. As far as ammo, shoot alot of cheap ball ammo for familiarization and drills and then enough Hornady Critical Defense to make sure it will function reliably in your gun. It is a hollow point bullet filled with a red plastic plug which helps it penetrate clothing without clogging, but then expands well in “wet stuff”(like bad-guy aorta).

LUCKY PUP- Hi! I have been shooting .38′s in my Ruger GP 100 for years and have not noticed any build-up, but as an old soldier, I am pretty diligent about thoroughly cleaning my guns after each day of firing.

In regard to the flame cutting, the link below gave me visible evidence that convinced me that the stainless frame was the way to go.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V0h3tz4pAF0

As far as grips, I have the same dilemma. I currently carry a S&W J frame w/ CT lasergrips and love them. My research indicates that the LCR in .357 Mag is very harsh to shoot with full magnum loads and the laser grips, and I know I’ll want to shoot magnums. For me the boot cut grip is definitely ruled out for the Magnum gun. I am tending toward keeping the Hogue grips and adding an XS Big Dot Tritium front sight.
Decisions is right, but it’s fun ain’t it?

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]]> By: LuckyPup http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/01/15/ruger-lcr-new-38-special-revolver/comment-page-1/#comment-54610 LuckyPup Wed, 02 Feb 2011 22:10:38 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=4269#comment-54610 Bev S - I agree with Apache Paul about the LCR. I'm no gun expert, but I think the LCR would be an ideal defensive gun for you to carry. It's lightweight, small, reliable, and easy to use. I wouldn't worry about the lack of a safety. Like Apache Paul says (or implies), you don't want to be fumbling around to unlock the gun when your life might be at stake. It would be extremely rare for the gun to go off by itself, or if dropped. Also, there is no exposed hammer, so you don't have the danger of the hammer being cocked and left in that position for something bad to happen. Apache Paul - I've heard that if you shoot 38 spl ammo in a 357 gun, you will get a residue buildup because of the shorter length of the shell. Is that true? Also, I haven't heard that much about the flame cutting problem, but I would think that the heavier 357 would be better than the 38 when shooting 38 shells because the recoil would be less. I'm considering purchasing an LCR 38 spl (possibly as a CCW), but I might get the 357 LCR and use 38 or 38+P ammo. Not sure what grip to get though. The standard Hogue grip seems nice, the boot grip is a little smaller and might be better for concealment, but the crimson trace grips look pretty good too. Decisions, decisions ... Bev S – I agree with Apache Paul about the LCR. I’m no gun expert, but I think the LCR would be an ideal defensive gun for you to carry. It’s lightweight, small, reliable, and easy to use. I wouldn’t worry about the lack of a safety. Like Apache Paul says (or implies), you don’t want to be fumbling around to unlock the gun when your life might be at stake. It would be extremely rare for the gun to go off by itself, or if dropped. Also, there is no exposed hammer, so you don’t have the danger of the hammer being cocked and left in that position for something bad to happen.

Apache Paul – I’ve heard that if you shoot 38 spl ammo in a 357 gun, you will get a residue buildup because of the shorter length of the shell. Is that true?

Also, I haven’t heard that much about the flame cutting problem, but I would think that the heavier 357 would be better than the 38 when shooting 38 shells because the recoil would be less. I’m considering purchasing an LCR 38 spl (possibly as a CCW), but I might get the 357 LCR and use 38 or 38+P ammo. Not sure what grip to get though. The standard Hogue grip seems nice, the boot grip is a little smaller and might be better for concealment, but the crimson trace grips look pretty good too. Decisions, decisions …

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]]> By: Bev S http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/01/15/ruger-lcr-new-38-special-revolver/comment-page-1/#comment-54609 Bev S Wed, 02 Feb 2011 22:09:09 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=4269#comment-54609 Thanks for the advice. After talking yesterday with a friend of a friend who works at a gun range, I learned that I need TWO guns, a light one to carry and a heavier one for the range. Last night my boyfriend and I solved that problem - I'm going to take his .38 special to the range, and he can shoot his 9 mm. I also discovered that I can pull the very stiff slide on the 9 mm using the technique I read online - holding the slide with my left hand and pushing the gun forward with my right. I went to the gun range shop this afternoon and handled both the Ruger LCP and LCR. I really liked the LCR, but it's too heavy to carry in my pocket. We gals have small pockets, especially here in FL where shorts are the norm most of the year. (I was told not to put it in my purse, even one made with a concealed carry compartment, because if someone grabs my purse and runs away with it, they also have my gun!) So I chose the LCP. The slide is very easy to pull using the hold-and-push technique, and it doesn't have a safety, just the double-action trigger, so I'm not concerned about it going off accidently in my pocket. So it's pretty much a point-and-click once it's loaded. I can pick it up next week. I found the ammo in Walmart to be the least expensive around here, and I now have 200 rounds of .380 to break in the gun at the range. They didn't have hollow-points for the .380, but I'll find them. I also picked up rounds for the .38 for the range, so I'm all set for now. Thanks again for your thoughtful comments. Thanks for the advice. After talking yesterday with a friend of a friend who works at a gun range, I learned that I need TWO guns, a light one to carry and a heavier one for the range. Last night my boyfriend and I solved that problem – I’m going to take his .38 special to the range, and he can shoot his 9 mm. I also discovered that I can pull the very stiff slide on the 9 mm using the technique I read online – holding the slide with my left hand and pushing the gun forward with my right. I went to the gun range shop this afternoon and handled both the Ruger LCP and LCR. I really liked the LCR, but it’s too heavy to carry in my pocket. We gals have small pockets, especially here in FL where shorts are the norm most of the year. (I was told not to put it in my purse, even one made with a concealed carry compartment, because if someone grabs my purse and runs away with it, they also have my gun!) So I chose the LCP. The slide is very easy to pull using the hold-and-push technique, and it doesn’t have a safety, just the double-action trigger, so I’m not concerned about it going off accidently in my pocket. So it’s pretty much a point-and-click once it’s loaded. I can pick it up next week. I found the ammo in Walmart to be the least expensive around here, and I now have 200 rounds of .380 to break in the gun at the range. They didn’t have hollow-points for the .380, but I’ll find them. I also picked up rounds for the .38 for the range, so I’m all set for now. Thanks again for your thoughtful comments.

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]]> By: Apache Paul http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/01/15/ruger-lcr-new-38-special-revolver/comment-page-1/#comment-54545 Apache Paul Tue, 01 Feb 2011 23:36:04 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=4269#comment-54545 Huh? Huh?

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]]> By: Apache Paul http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/01/15/ruger-lcr-new-38-special-revolver/comment-page-1/#comment-54542 Apache Paul Tue, 01 Feb 2011 23:03:30 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=4269#comment-54542 For Bev S Continued... Fourth, i would recommend that you get the LCR version in .357 magnum. Hear me out.... You don't have to shoot magnum ammo in it. You can shoot .38 special in the .357 just fine. The reason I recommend the .357 is that the cylinder frame on that model is made of stainless steel vs aluminum in the .38. Although it adds 4 ounces to the weight of the gun, it also adds strength and alleviates the main complaint that i have heard about the LCR and that is "flame cutting" of the top strap of the aluminum cylinder frame. For Bev S Continued…

Fourth, i would recommend that you get the LCR version in .357 magnum. Hear me out…. You don’t have to shoot magnum ammo in it. You can shoot .38 special in the .357 just fine. The reason I recommend the .357 is that the cylinder frame on that model is made of stainless steel vs aluminum in the .38. Although it adds 4 ounces to the weight of the gun, it also adds strength and alleviates the main complaint that i have heard about the LCR and that is “flame cutting” of the top strap of the aluminum cylinder frame.

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]]> By: Apache Paul http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/01/15/ruger-lcr-new-38-special-revolver/comment-page-1/#comment-54540 Apache Paul Tue, 01 Feb 2011 22:53:10 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=4269#comment-54540 In response to Bev S, I have been researching this gun since it came out and am very close to buying one. The guy at the gun store is right, (in my opinion), about the LCR being the best gun for you and here are my reasons... First, after 25 years in the military shooting everything from .38 Special revolvers to Mark 19 grenade launchers, I have come to trust the revolver for my personal protection. I have shot a lot of guns and sometimes, when i pulled the trigger, they've gone "click". As a soldier, you train to take "corrective action" after a misfire. Corrective action can be a complex series of mechanical manipulations of the weapon and can vary according to the type of weapon. (A hairy proposition in combat and not what you need in a dark parking lot with some thug in your face!) EVERY TIME I HAVE PULLED THE TRIGGER ON A REVOLVER IN 30 PLUS YEARS AND THOUSANDS OF ROUNDS, IT WENT BANG! Second, semi-auto guns are more maintenance intensive and must be kept clean to function reliably. Something as small as a lint ball or gum wrapper in the wrong place can render your semi-auto pistol into a single shot pistol. A revolver is much less fussy and will function fine even if neglected. (Although i don't recommend ignoring routine cleaning & inspection of any gun.) Also, the LCR is made of plastic, stainless steel and aluminum which are all low maintenance materials. Third, the revolver's beauty is it's simplicity of operation. It's the original "point and click" device. As for your concerns about a lack of a safety, if the gun is carried in a secure holster within the purse, the risk of an accidental discharge is extremely low. In a high stress situation, (that fits any situation where you need to use a gun), fine motor skills go out the window when the adrenalin begins to flow. You don't want to be fumbling for a safety, racking a slide or trying to remember if you already have a round in the chamber. As you mentioned your age in your post, i would point out that racking the slide on a semi-auto takes considerable grip strength which seems to leave us with age, at least in my case. In response to Bev S,
I have been researching this gun since it came out and am very close to buying one. The guy at the gun store is right, (in my opinion), about the LCR being the best gun for you and here are my reasons…

First, after 25 years in the military shooting everything from .38 Special revolvers to Mark 19 grenade launchers, I have come to trust the revolver for my personal protection. I have shot a lot of guns and sometimes, when i pulled the trigger, they’ve gone “click”. As a soldier, you train to take “corrective action” after a misfire. Corrective action can be a complex series of mechanical manipulations of the weapon and can vary according to the type of weapon. (A hairy proposition in combat and not what you need in a dark parking lot with some thug in your face!) EVERY TIME I HAVE PULLED THE TRIGGER ON A REVOLVER IN 30 PLUS YEARS AND THOUSANDS OF ROUNDS, IT WENT BANG!

Second, semi-auto guns are more maintenance intensive and must be kept clean to function reliably. Something as small as a lint ball or gum wrapper in the wrong place can render your semi-auto pistol into a single shot pistol. A revolver is much less fussy and will function fine even if neglected. (Although i don’t recommend ignoring routine cleaning & inspection of any gun.) Also, the LCR is made of plastic, stainless steel and aluminum which are all low maintenance materials.

Third, the revolver’s beauty is it’s simplicity of operation. It’s the original “point and click” device. As for your concerns about a lack of a safety, if the gun is carried in a secure holster within the purse, the risk of an accidental discharge is extremely low. In a high stress situation, (that fits any situation where you need to use a gun), fine motor skills go out the window when the adrenalin begins to flow. You don’t want to be fumbling for a safety, racking a slide or trying to remember if you already have a round in the chamber. As you mentioned your age in your post, i would point out that racking the slide on a semi-auto takes considerable grip strength which seems to leave us with age, at least in my case.

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]]> By: Bev S http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/01/15/ruger-lcr-new-38-special-revolver/comment-page-1/#comment-54414 Bev S Mon, 31 Jan 2011 19:02:23 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=4269#comment-54414 I just took an Intro to Handguns course, including concealed carry certification, and discovered that my pearl-handled .25 Taurus, a gift, is worthless for self-defense and unreliable for the range. I shot a Beretta .380 at the course, but found that the slide is too hard for me to pull back. The instructor recommended a few .380 semi-automatics (Sig P230, for example), but the gun store guy recommended the Ruger LCR because it's so simple to use. I thought the trigger was very much easier than the S&W, and I really like the glow-in-the-dark sight. My hesitation to spend this kind of money is about the lack of an external safety mechanism. Ok, I'm a wuss, but I'm a 65-year-old female wuss, and it's a concern for concealed carry (probably in a purse with a lockable compartment for the gun). I'd appreciate anyone's advice about the safety of this safety-less gun. Thanks. I just took an Intro to Handguns course, including concealed carry certification, and discovered that my pearl-handled .25 Taurus, a gift, is worthless for self-defense and unreliable for the range. I shot a Beretta .380 at the course, but found that the slide is too hard for me to pull back. The instructor recommended a few .380 semi-automatics (Sig P230, for example), but the gun store guy recommended the Ruger LCR because it’s so simple to use. I thought the trigger was very much easier than the S&W, and I really like the glow-in-the-dark sight. My hesitation to spend this kind of money is about the lack of an external safety mechanism. Ok, I’m a wuss, but I’m a 65-year-old female wuss, and it’s a concern for concealed carry (probably in a purse with a lockable compartment for the gun). I’d appreciate anyone’s advice about the safety of this safety-less gun. Thanks.

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]]> By: Mr Presto http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/01/15/ruger-lcr-new-38-special-revolver/comment-page-1/#comment-52375 Mr Presto Sat, 08 Jan 2011 23:35:56 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=4269#comment-52375 I am safe with my firearms, never put my finger on the trigger until ready to shoot and have no small children living in my home. When the grandkids come over all guns go in the locked safe. They can put all the internal locks on guns they want I don’t need them and I don’t use them but I do keep the keys in case I were to ever sell the gun. I am safe with my firearms, never put my finger on the trigger until ready to shoot and have no small children living in my home. When the grandkids come over all guns go in the locked safe. They can put all the internal locks on guns they want I don’t need them and I don’t use them but I do keep the keys in case I were to ever sell the gun.

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]]> By: Wenonah http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/01/15/ruger-lcr-new-38-special-revolver/comment-page-1/#comment-52286 Wenonah Fri, 07 Jan 2011 22:44:16 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=4269#comment-52286 I haven't acquired a new firearm since the infernal internal locks became common but I do want an LCR for my summer carry gun. I figure a drop of red locktite in the lock mechanism should do the trick nicely. While firearms have become more complex over the ages, every increase in complexity that stood the test of time came with real, practical benefits. Internal locks don't meet this test and baring bad legislation or bad case law they will die out eventually. If someone who doesn't know how to handle it safely gets their mitts on your gun without supervision you have already failed. I haven’t acquired a new firearm since the infernal internal locks became common but I do want an LCR for my summer carry gun. I figure a drop of red locktite in the lock mechanism should do the trick nicely. While firearms have become more complex over the ages, every increase in complexity that stood the test of time came with real, practical benefits. Internal locks don’t meet this test and baring bad legislation or bad case law they will die out eventually. If someone who doesn’t know how to handle it safely gets their mitts on your gun without supervision you have already failed.

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]]> By: Mr Presto http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/01/15/ruger-lcr-new-38-special-revolver/comment-page-1/#comment-51875 Mr Presto Sat, 01 Jan 2011 00:03:42 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=4269#comment-51875 Out to the range today with my fabulous LCR 38 special. A friend had his S&W 642 so we took turns shooting both, the LCR is much smoother, easier and better to shoot. Anyone reading this blog considering a S&W should really try the LCR, this is a great pistol that has become become my main winter carry and a joy to shoot. Out to the range today with my fabulous LCR 38 special. A friend had his S&W 642 so we took turns shooting both, the LCR is much smoother, easier and better to shoot. Anyone reading this blog considering a S&W should really try the LCR, this is a great pistol that has become become my main winter carry and a joy to shoot.

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]]> By: Mr Presto http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/01/15/ruger-lcr-new-38-special-revolver/comment-page-1/#comment-51551 Mr Presto Sun, 26 Dec 2010 18:05:50 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=4269#comment-51551 Made it to the range the other day to run another 60 rounds thru this great firearm. This revolver is a pleasure to carry and shoot! The nice thick grip seems to absorb a lot of recoil and my fingers just wrap around it. Everyone I have showed it to are really impressed with the look, feel and weight. Made it to the range the other day to run another 60 rounds thru this great firearm. This revolver is a pleasure to carry and shoot! The nice thick grip seems to absorb a lot of recoil and my fingers just wrap around it. Everyone I have showed it to are really impressed with the look, feel and weight.

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]]> By: Snipe http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/01/15/ruger-lcr-new-38-special-revolver/comment-page-1/#comment-50909 Snipe Sun, 19 Dec 2010 18:54:40 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=4269#comment-50909 Rob, Watch the video again, there is no round in the gun. Its a plastic ring they provide that sits at the back of the cylinder to show its empty. Why is every body so worried about people on videos proving the guns are safe anyway? I have investigated a lot of shooting but haven't seen anybody shot though a video camera or computer yet! Let people who know about guns take care of that stuff and try to learn somthing instead of assuming you know better. Rob,
Watch the video again, there is no round in the gun. Its a plastic ring they provide that sits at the back of the cylinder to show its empty. Why is every body so worried about people on videos proving the guns are safe anyway? I have investigated a lot of shooting but haven’t seen anybody shot though a video camera or computer yet! Let people who know about guns take care of that stuff and try to learn somthing instead of assuming you know better.

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]]> By: Mr Presto http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/01/15/ruger-lcr-new-38-special-revolver/comment-page-1/#comment-50844 Mr Presto Sat, 18 Dec 2010 04:34:09 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=4269#comment-50844 I just got a chance to shoot my new LCR .38, my first revolver and I am really happy with this gun! Easy on the hand when shooting, light in the pocket and nice trigger pull, my new CC pocket pistol for the winter. I have shot my friends S&W 642 and this is much better, lighter and easier to handle with the nice full grip that your fingers just wrap around. I just got a chance to shoot my new LCR .38, my first revolver and I am really happy with this gun! Easy on the hand when shooting, light in the pocket and nice trigger pull, my new CC pocket pistol for the winter. I have shot my friends S&W 642 and this is much better, lighter and easier to handle with the nice full grip that your fingers just wrap around.

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]]> By: toscl http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/01/15/ruger-lcr-new-38-special-revolver/comment-page-1/#comment-47532 toscl Sun, 21 Nov 2010 00:31:15 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=4269#comment-47532 I own the 642 the trigger pull is a little harsh. I shot a LCR today it was much smoother. I will purchase it for my wife because of that. I like both. I own the 642 the trigger pull is a little harsh. I shot a LCR today it was much smoother. I will purchase it for my wife because of that. I like both.

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]]> By: George Blevins http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/01/15/ruger-lcr-new-38-special-revolver/comment-page-1/#comment-45735 George Blevins Thu, 28 Oct 2010 21:49:33 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=4269#comment-45735 The Ruger LCR .38 is perfect for me to carry in the pocket of my jacket as apposed to my revolver with external hammer or one of my semi autos. With the internal firing pin I can pull it out in a hurry or fire through the cloth if I have to. It is small, light weight and will ruin a crack heads day. I found that it was, or I am, not as accurate past 7 yards as with my larger pistols. The LCR is designed for close encounter defense. The trigger pull was smooth and it did have a bit of a kick. The Ruger LCR .38 is perfect for me to carry in the pocket of my jacket as apposed to my revolver with external hammer or one of my semi autos. With the internal firing pin I can pull it out in a hurry or fire through the cloth if I have to. It is small, light weight and will ruin a crack heads day. I found that it was, or I am, not as accurate past 7 yards as with my larger pistols. The LCR is designed for close encounter defense. The trigger pull was smooth and it did have a bit of a kick.

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]]> By: Bob Collins http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/01/15/ruger-lcr-new-38-special-revolver/comment-page-1/#comment-41285 Bob Collins Wed, 25 Aug 2010 16:31:11 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=4269#comment-41285 What is the trigger pull for the .380 Bodyguard? What is the trigger pull for the .380 Bodyguard?

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]]> By: shotmaster http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2009/01/15/ruger-lcr-new-38-special-revolver/comment-page-1/#comment-37965 shotmaster Fri, 09 Jul 2010 13:20:44 +0000 http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/?p=4269#comment-37965 The "LCP" looks like a great firearm. I carry a Ruger 380 "LCP" in a "Stealth Defense Holster", with the patent pending strut feature, which is great for all day comfort & concealment. The “LCP” looks like a great firearm. I carry a Ruger 380 “LCP” in a “Stealth Defense Holster”, with the patent pending strut feature, which is great for all day comfort & concealment.

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