The Ruger LCR was a revolutionary product that was well ahead of its time. The company used modern manufacturing technology to use a hybrid aluminum-polymer frame instead of an alloy-only setup. This is our Ruger LCR Review. Their goal was to compete against the Smith & Wesson LCR J-frame, which is specifically designed for the 642 and 442 series. These Airweight revolvers were more affordable than the classic steel S&W firearms. Ruger did have the SP101 series revolvers. However, they didn’t offer any concealable carry options that were lightweight or reasonably priced. Although the Ruger SP101s are great guns, they are made on all-steel frames. They are also more expensive than the S&W 642 and 642s. The revolvers were cheaper because of the LCR’s manufacturing process. This was also emphasized in the initial marketing campaigns. The original revolver came with a.38 special offering, which weighed 13.8 ounces when unloaded. Later, the company released a model that could handle Magnum-power loads. However, it weighed a few ounces less and had a steel frame rather than the aluminum of its predecessor. Find In-Stock Ruger LCRs or LCRx’s
Ruger has introduced several models of the LCR over the years, all of which have been quite popular. Although many were skeptical about the Ruger LCR’s modern approach to revolvers, it has been a popular choice in the American revolver market. Size/Purpose: The Ruger LCR was made for concealed carry and self-defense. A simple, lightweight, and easy-to-use revolver is a great choice. Ruger LCR ticks all of those boxes. Weight I mentioned earlier that the original LCR weighed 13.8 ounces. This is still the weight of the special.38 variants. The gun weighs in at 17 ounces for the Magnum power variants. The weight of your LCR may vary depending on its capacity and caliber. All LCRs are extremely lightweight weapons. Frame The LCR’s frame is what makes it stand out from its competitors. It has a polymer lower unit which holds the trigger, grip, hammer, and grip. The firearm’s upper section has the barrel and cylinder made of aluminum in the standard variant and steel in Magnum. These frames have a barrel insert that makes them a little different from other revolvers. The frame is well-rounded and does not have any sharp or pointy parts that could cause discomfort for the shooter. Caliber & Barrel Length
Ruger LCR can be purchased in a variety of calibers and configurations, but it is most commonly sold with a 1.87 inch barrel. This gun is available in.38 special or 22LR. Magnum variants of the Ruger LCR have a few more caliber options, including.22 Magnum and.327 Magnum. Find In-Stock Ruger LCRs & LCRx’s
The three-inch barrel Caliber offerings at NewandPreownedGuns.com are a little less extensive. The standard three-inch barrel version with a standard frame is available only in.22 and the.38 special. However, the gun can be ordered in.22 Magnum or.357 Magnum if you upgrade to the three inch Magnum version. Unfortunately, there is not a.327 Magnum option. This is the caliber that I would love to see on an LCR with three-inch barrels. Variants There are two types of gun: the LCR standard and the LCRx. The standard has an encased hammer and is double-action-only, while the LCRx has a double-action/single-action system so you can cock the hammer if you wish to fire. The Ruger LCRx has a single-action trigger, which many consider a major advantage. There are some differences in the double-action trigger when you switch from the regular LCR or the LCRx. We’ll discuss that below in our Trigger section. Find In-Stock Ruger LCRs & LCRx’s
Capacity of Ruger LCR Series Guns.com New and Pre-Owned.com The capacity of the Ruger LCR series gun depends on the caliber you choose. You’ll get eight rounds of.22 LR if you choose the.22 version. However, you’ll only get six rounds if you choose the.22 Magnum. The Ruger LCR can hold six rounds of.327 Federal Magnum, while the 9mm and.357 versions have only five rounds. Capacity can make a huge difference when you carry a gun like a revolver. Although one extra round may not seem like much, it can make a huge difference when you have to carry five to six rounds. Cylinder Latch. The Ruger LCR’s cylinder latch is a standard Ruger push-button latch that is unique from other revolvers. This is my favorite part of the gun. The latch is intuitive and simple to use. It is intuitive and easy to use, even for someone who isn’t familiar with firearms. Ruger LCR Sights The Ruger LCR offers some of the best sights available for smaller revolvers. The sights on the 1.87-inch barrel variants will be different from the sights on the three inch variant. Both of these will be covered, but we’ll focus on the shorter version. The Ruger LCR has an adjustable front sight. The rearview is just a groove in its back like other revolvers. The Ruger LCR front sight is different because it’s painted with a white stripe. It is much more visible than other sighting systems. Although these sights aren’t as impressive as those for semi-automatic pistols they are some of the best revolver sights on the market. Although the rear sight is a bit lacking, it’s still quite usable. The front sight is good. It can be replaced by simply popping out the pin. It has a significant advantage over its comparable-priced rivals because you can get Tritium night sight or fiber optic sights for Ruger LCR. LCRx Sights Both the Ruger LCRx’s three-inch version and its three-inch version have a target-style sight. The elevation can be adjusted. This sight is your typical posted notch-style sight. However, it has a more traditional appearance with a square front post and standard square notch. The front sight has the same high-visibility white stripe. The sights on the three inch variant are easier to use, but they are also more prominent. They are more likely to get caught than the low-profile sights of the shorty gun. The rear sight of the three-inch Ruger LCRx seems fragile. Is it super delicate? It is not fragile, but it does seem like it could snap if it was dropped on concrete. Yes. Yes. I haven’t tried it and I don’t plan to. However, I doubt that the gun’s rear sight would survive a drop on a hard surface. Trigger Depending on the variant and caliber of Ruger LCR, the trigger will be different. There are four types of triggers. The LCR is the first, which has the exposed hammer but is only double-action-only. Then you have the LCRx, which has the exposed hammer and is double-action/single-action. The rimfire versions of each of these triggers are also available. We’ll start with the rimfire variants. The trigger pull for rimfire LCRs is very strong. A rimfire cartridge requires more force to ignite than a standard centerfire cartridge. This is a reality, but not good for Ruger LCR Review. This may seem counterintuitive but it is true. The Ruger LCR and LCRx have very heavy trigger pulls when shooting double-action. I have a Ruger LCR in.22 that is great for light shooting. But triggers can be a problem. This gun is great for five yards. Find In-Stock Ruger LCRs or LCRx’s
Pre-OwnedGuns.com – New and Pre-OwnedGuns.com I can hit a dime at three yards with quick split times. Three rounds in less than a second on a 1-inch square at three yards. The sights and trigger make it much more difficult to shoot the gun at distances beyond five yards. My accuracy also drops significantly when I go beyond five yards. Ruger LCRx suffers the same fate when it comes to the double-action trigger pull for rimfire cartridges. LCR Centerfire Triggers LCR Centerfire Triggers Centerfire triggers work better. Ruger LCR has one the best double-action triggers I’ve ever felt in a revolver. This is especially true when you consider the price. It is not as good as a Smith & Wesson trigger, or a high-end Korth revolver. It is not as good as a J-frame at your local gun shop, but it is better than an average or performance-oriented J-frame. Ruger LCR trigger pull is extremely light for its size and makes it very shootable. In-Stock Ruger LCRs & LCRx’s
Ruger LCR in.327 Magnum is a popular choice for novice shooters. The trigger pull is still simple, and the gun can be loaded with other calibers, such as the.32 Smith & Wesson or S&W Long. This is a huge plus in our Ruger LCR Review. These calibers have lower pressure and a lot less recoil. While it’s as reliable as a centerfire gun, it has a lighter and easier-to-pull trigger. This combined with a recoil comparable in strength to a.22 makes it an excellent choice for inexperienced shooters. Hammer The Ruger LCRx’s hammer is well-designed. The design is very pleasing. It has no sharp edges and good texturing. It’s easy for you to cock with your primary hand or your support hand. It’s a well-thought out design, and I must give credit to the Ruger LCR Review. Grip There are many grip options for Ruger LCR. The Ruger LCR’s three-inch version comes with a substantial Hogue-style grip. This grip is quite long and allows you to grasp the gun completely even if you have large hands. This grip is great for controlling recoil. The LCR with the 1.87 inch barrel comes with a Hogue grip. However, this grip is shorter and has finger grooves. The finger grooves don’t align with my hand and I don’t like them. Ruger should make a shorter grip that doesn’t have finger grooves. This would allow me to grip the gun better and conceal it more easily. Find In-Stock Ruger LCRs & LCRx’s
Pre-OwnedGuns.com VZ offers G-10 style grips for both the LCR and other manufacturers. Although it isn’t the most common gun for grips, there are still options. Aftermarket There is very little aftermarket for Ruger LCR series. As we mentioned, front sights are available as well as multiple grip options. These guns don’t have many options for trigger adjustments. There are a few aftermarket kits available, but not many. I would like to see more grip options on the LCR, and better triggers for LCRx series. Aesthetics The Ruger LCR revolver is modern in appearance. It’s not great, but it’s good enough. The LCR is not the right choice if you are looking for something similar to a Smith & Wesson revolver or a cast steel-frame Ruger revolver. They look great considering they are made from modern, inexpensive materials. They won’t win any beauty contests, however. Finish The Ruger LCR’s finish is just a little weak. Ruger has never had great finishes on any firearms, and this Ruger LCR Review does not report any such differences. You’ll get scratches and scuffs if you holster your gun, or just toss it around in a bag with other guns. These guns have never had any problems with rust or other issues. Find In-Stock Ruger LCRs & LCRx’s
Pre-OwnedGuns.com has both new and pre-owned firearms. They are not heirloom-quality firearms you want to hand down to your grandkids. These guns are designed to be used and abused. The finish is more than acceptable for this purpose. Shooting The Ruger LCR shooting style will depend on the caliber you are using. The.22 long-rifle versions don’t have any recoil. The LCR in the.22 Magnum has more recoil and a lot more unburnt powder. This barrel then burns in a huge fireball after the bullet fires. Unburnt powder provides a lot more concussive power when you shoot that gun. Magnum models have a lot more recoil and the lightweight.38 is no joke. These guns can be shot, but they are not fun to shoot. Ruger LCRx, with its three-inch barrel and.38 Special, is a fun gun to shoot. Although it’s not the most fun gun, you can still shoot a few hundred rounds on a range day. The recoil is even less if you hit.38 through a.357 frame LCRx with three-inch barrels. Find In-Stock Ruger LCRs or LCRx’s
New and Pre-OwnedGuns.com The Ruger LCRx with its three-inch barrel is my favorite.38-caliber revolver. It’s lightweight and easy to transport, but the recoil isn’t too harsh to make you want to fire the gun. I wish they could make this with an LCR-style trigger. I would be able to get the double-action trigger pull, but with the lighter and easier shooting that a three inch barrel offers. Recoil Everybody has a different tolerance for recoil. Revolvers are particularly difficult to explain. Ruger LCRs are accurate and easy to shoot. The main problem I have encountered with the Ruger LCR Review is the sighting system. The sights are not the best, and although they are better than other revolvers, they still have revolver sights. These guns are great for close encounters. It will take more effort to shoot them accurately from a distance. A one-inch group at three yards should be possible. I could shoot a two-inch group at six yards. It is closer to a 4-inch group in reality. This is not due to the gun’s mechanical accuracy or the round’s diminished accuracy. This is due to the fact that my eyes are able to pick up the sights and I have confidence in my sight picture. The LCRs are still not as good as their competitors. This is only part of the territory when you have a revolver. Find In-Stock Ruger LCRs & LCRx’s
New and Pre-OwnedGuns.com I recommend that you shoot a Ruger LCR to get a feel for the recoil of each caliber. A gun like the LCR in.327 Magnum will give you an extra round and allow you to shoot larger ammo that will rumble less. Handgun rounds are already weakly powered, but it is more important to be able to place them. Your opinion might differ. Your opinion may differ. Please leave a comment below. Price Ruger LCR Review: The Ruger LCR MSRP is $580 for the standard variant and $670 for Magnum. They are usually priced between $80 and $100 below the MSRP. This gun is a great value for money and offers a lot of value. The Ruger LCR is a practical revolver that you can carry. It comes with many features that make the Ruger LCR better than other competitors such as the Smith & Wesson. If you are willing to spend a lot of money on shipping it off to a gunsmith, a S&W revolver might be more cost-effective. It will be difficult to find a performance-center gun comparable to the LCR, which is much more affordable. Comparing it to the Airweight 442 or 642, you’ll see that the LCR has an advantage in almost all categories. This is a positive feature in the Ruger LCR Review. Conclusion Thoughts: I like and love Ruger LCR revolvers. I wish they would offer the three-inch LCR with a double action-only trigger system and in.327 Magnum. I would love to be able get the sixth round in the gun, and the double-action-only trigger pull of the Ruger LCR. The Ruger LCRx, with its three-inch barrel length and.38 special, is still a great carry revolver. You can’t beat that if you want a slightly larger revolver. The Ruger LCR Review also highlights a positive point. Another excellent carry gun is the Ruger LCR in.22. It is extremely easy to use and has very little recoil. It can hold eight rounds of.22 and I don’t think anyone would want to use it as a mugger, or as an attacker. Find In-Stock Ruger LCRs or LCRx’s
New and Pre-OwnedGuns.com I believe the Ruger LCR review is the best revolver I could find in this price range for self defense. They offer a wide range of caliber options and, while they don’t have my preferred configuration, I could one day. I keep hoping for it. They have enough options to get you by. Pros WeightRecoilSightsCostCaliber optionsLCR trigger ConfigurationsCons LooksSights for distance shootingLCRx triggerLike this:Like Loading…
