Ruger Announces LCR in 327 Mag...Too Bad S&W Dropped the 327 Mag

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I really like the 327 Magnum a lot. First it is really versatile, you can shoot 327 Mag, .32 H&R Mag, 32 Long out of it (I really also love the 32 H&R). You can also get a lot of rounds in a cylinder.

Unfortunately I don't own a 327 Mag because S&W does not make one. The ones they did make, go for way more than what they are worth. Ruger, however, is going strong with the 327 MAG. They make a single action in 3 barrel lengths that holds 7 rounds of 327 Mag. They make the 327 SP101 with a 4.2" barrel and a GP100 in 327. AND...

Today Ruger introduced the LCR in 327 Mag!

I wish S&W was still doing revolver development like Ruger. S&W seems to focus on their plastic pistols and AR type rifles and has abandoned their revolver line. Maybe they announce one or two variations on existing models each year, but that is about it from S&W and their revolver line.

I really want a 7 or 8 shot K/L frame 327 Mag with a 3" barrel. Heck, how about a N Frame snubby with 9 shots?
 
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I agree that they are missing the boat on 32s. Just look at the money people are paying for the S&Ws that do exist. True plinkers in 32 S&W long to serious power in the mag.

I would be happy with an K frame 327 4" barrel and 6 shots would be enough for me. Once I finish building my 224 Kay Chuck, it might be my next K frame project.
 
HarrishMasher said:
I really want a 7 or 8 shot K/L frame 327 Mag with a 3" barrel. Heck, how about a N Frame snubby with 9 shots?
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I agree!

L or N frame, with the "bonus" round 32 cal gives you over 38/357.

However, I want a 6" barrel. Magnum loads REALLY pick up muzzle energy with longer barrels.
 
Of course, I looked for a year for a SW432. Overpaid when I found it. Now a month later Ruger offers this. Typically my luck. I may still take a serious look at this. As far as the cartridge, I love the 327 Mag. It is extremely versatile, see earlier posts, but those naysayers might want to look at the ballistics. You might be shocked.
 
The specs for the cartridge look very good. But there doesn't seem like there's a lot ammo to choose from. I went online to the Midway usa site. They listed 6 different rounds. That could be an issue. There's a lot of different calibers that didn't take off. If it becomes a bigger seller for Ruger I bet you will see a new Smith in the not too distant future. That might give the caliber a bump. But outside of Smith and Ruger you don't have many companies to choose from for a good revolver. A lot for semi's. Too bad if it doesn't take off. I like what Ruger did. A six shot J frame would be sweet.
 
gen3guy said:
IMHO the .327 is a solution looking for a problem. That LCR is perfect in .38 +P.
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I kind of sort of agree with the above (spoken like a man who has strong opinions). I own a .38 LCR and find it a very well thought out and useful handgun. On the other hand, I'm interested in their 9mm version.

Why you ask?

The 9mm is a very efficient cartridge case when used in a short barrel handgun. Velocity is quite good out of the short barrel Ruger.

Practice ammo is about as cheap as center fire handgun ammo gets these days. Important if you like to shoot a lot.

As an aside, you guys aware that the .38 Special came out around 1898 or so and the 9mm around 1901? No point trying to be made in my sharing the above information, just offered it up for "show and tell."

Rich
 
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gen3guy said:
IMHO the .327 is a solution looking for a problem. That LCR is perfect in .38 +P.
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I respect that is true for your purposes.

Some people consider 6 rounds vs 5, in exactly the same small revolver, to be a big deal.

Personally, I don't care about 17 rounds vs 15 in a 9mm, but 6 vs 5 is important to me, because it's within more of my personal plausible scenarios.

No disrespect to 5 shot LCR's or J-frames, however. I really want a 340PD.
 
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I agree with 1enigma. My new 432 PD in .32 H&R has significant blast and recoil with any .32 H&R Mag round that is loaded at the higher end of the scale (I also hand load some mild ones for easy shooting). That length barrel and weight of gun is very close to the LCR, so I know it will get your attention in .327 Fed Mag.

I think the round deserves a 3" barrel. I'd guess velocity increases 100-125 fps for each inch of barrel beyond 1.875 inches. A stainless J frame with six rounds and a 3" barrel would be a great combination -- a sort of scaled down Mdl 686, sorta.

.327 is a great round, economical to handload, fun to shoot, and worthy of consideration for self-defense (based on the stats that were touted when it was introduced in 2008). Ruger is invested in it... now seven years on the market, it looks like it is here to stay. S&W, which recently made (is making?) the Mdl 432 in .32 H&R, could easily build a J frame .327 revolver, with better accuracy and ballistics from a 3" barrel. The round would also work well in a 4" K frame -- would seven rounds fit?
 
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I wish S&W still built the 632. Since I can't find the little Pro Series, I'm probably going to pick a LCR (327) up at some point. I haven't bought a LCR but it being offered in 327 is gonna push me over the edge.

Then S&W will offer it in a scandium, just to make me regret buying a LCR.
 
The LCR in .38 has too much recoil for me, but I'll bet the .327 loaded with .32 H&R rounds will suit me fine. I'm glad Ruger is making this option.
 
I just bought a LCR in 9mm and liking it so far...one in .327 sure would be nice to, granted I"ll probably pick up a Single Seven first.

But good on for Ruger for making it as an LCR loaded with hotter .32 H&R would be good for someone with recoil or hand strength issues.
 
I would like to see a J frame in .327 Mag. I'd get one for the wife, who has a Model 63, so it would be a natural. I don't like the Ruger LCR, just too ugly. And Ruger missed the boat with their 4" SP101, when they really needed a shorter barrelled version.

As for the "Single Seven", I've never been impressed with accuracy from the Single Six guns. I hope this model bucks that trend.

What I'd like to see a K-frame .327 Fed Mag that is a clone of a Model 19 with a long barrel option, 6" min or better 8-3/8". No full length underlug like L-frames, the barrel will already be heavier due to a smaller bore. I could have some fun with that for coyote hunting, varminting and small game.
 
Brian in Oregon said:
What I'd like to see a K-frame .327 Fed Mag that is a clone of a Model 19 with a long barrel option, 6" min or better 8-3/8". No full length underlug like L-frames, the barrel will already be heavier due to a smaller bore. I could have some fun with that for coyote hunting, varminting and small game.
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And I'll bet they could get seven rounds in that cylinder...
 
7 or 8-Shot L-Frame .327 Magnum that looks like a 586/686 would be something I would be Highly interested in.

I think a lot of Folks would be.

Maybe COLT will get into revolvers again one day...?
 
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