Would Anyone Rather Carry a Ruger LCR than their J Frame??

[wildenout]

Not being a fan of the airweights from S&W I would also have to pass on the Rugers, they're just too light. Also though, I like the cylinder release on the S&W's better and the sights. Even within Ruger though, I opted for the Sp101 over the LCR, and then traded that for a 686 and I have no regrets!

 

[mag318]

I currently own several J frames and a couple of LCRs and like them both. I carried a Model 60 everyday while in Viet Nam and as a backup during my 31 year police career. I love J frames.
That said Rugers LCR was a revolutionary revolver design being the first to use a polymer grip frame and an innovative trigger. I have never experienced an LCR with a bad trigger, they are all consistently good. From my new LCRX to my 22 WMR version with it's heavier hammer spring, they all feel great.
S&W attempted to compete with the LCR by bringing out the Bodyguard 38. I have one and like it also but many don't.
I firmly believe that competition is a good thing and you can never have to many guns.
So to answer the OPs original question I say yes.

 

[Dave T]

In answer to the OP's original question, no I would not rather carry a Ruger LCR. I'd rather not carry a J-frame either but at least they aren't (expletive deleted) ugly. (LOL)

Good grief, don't any of the Ruger buyers ever actually look at those things? Must be they just load them and stick them in their pockets. That way they don't have to see them. (smiley face goes here)

Dave

 

[Invictus357]

If I had a J frame, I would add it to my carry rotation.

I know some won't accept it, but the simple truth is that the LCR is a superb carry revolver.

What can I say, I love S&W and Ruger equally

 

[elm_creek_smith]

Have 't seen a nickel-plated LCR, so not me.

ECS

Sent from my little slice of Heaven.

 

[franzas]

I just bought a square butt 36 and I love it. I have big hands, but the square butt allows for a positive grip on the revolver. I can't wait to get it out on the range.

The square J frame is an awesome tool to add to the rotation.

 

[CAJUNLAWYER]

LCR .357 = 17oz. Stainless frame.
LCR 38+P = 13oz. Aluminum frame.

337 13.1oz LOADED
638 14.5 oz
317 9.8 oz
Really don't see the advantage weight wise to make me give up my J frames-sorry
I think that Smith and Ruger did nothing more than re-invent the turnip. Made sense for Ruger as they did not have a lightweight carry piece in their catalogue but not so much Smith.

 

[mrd]

LCR VS 642

I had a LCR 38+P revolver which was a very nice gun but being 82 years old the recoil was more than I could handle. I bought a 642 and the recoil with this gun is much less than with the LCR. I couldn't shoot +P in the LCR but no problem with the 642. The 642 is just a few ounces heavier but that has been no problem as a pocket carry.

 

[CAJUNLAWYER]

In answer to the OP's original question, no I would not rather carry a Ruger LCR. I'd rather not carry a J-frame either but at least they aren't (expletive deleted) ugly. (LOL)

Good grief, don't any of the Ruger buyers ever actually look at those things? Must be they just load them and stick them in their pockets. That way they don't have to see them. (smiley face goes here)

Dave

Ugly is as ugly does-I've had some great times with ugly wimmen

 

[Olchevy]

Not me, I held and shot my friends .357 LCR, I just didn't like the plastic feel and it was more bulky than a J-Frame. Was it lighter than my no dash 60? Yep. Did that matter to me? Nope. Just didn't care for it. Only plastic guns I care for are Glocks and H&K's.

 

[QuickDrawMcGraw]

.. I have, like & enjoy them both (LCR 38sp)
Although the LCR with its comfortable Hogue grips
& smoother trigger is great, the slightly more concealable
642 is with me most of the time*



~ Don

 

[longtalltechsan]

Right before Christmas I traded my used aimpoint pro for a used LCR 357 with crimson trace grips. I had bought a 442 the week before and really liked both. But after carrying both I decided I liked the j frame better, even after putting the xs sight on the lcr. So I sold the laser grips for $200 and then sold the lcr for $450 so I came out way ahead and then went and bought a barely used m&p with the money I sold the lcr for. I carry the j frame every day and love it. There is just something about it that I liked better. It's not to say the lcr isn't a good gun but the j frame is proven.

 

[canvsbk]

....no....

 

[THAWK66]

I have an LCR in .357 I enjoy it very much except for the exceptional lack of grip and holster options! I do however enjoy a good steel frame smith any day of the week. My voice for the LCR purchase was mostly economical.


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[Hapworth]

Walter White switched from an LCR to a J-frame, and that guy never made a bad call.

Before: http://www.imfdb.org/images/3/31/BreakingBadLCR.jpg

After: http://www.imfdb.org/images/6/6d/BBS5E13_06.jpg

 

[3S16]

Nope. Aside from the LCR being on the ugly side, I prefer my Model 37 with a Tyler T-grip and 2 speed strips. If I feel I need a .357, then I'll break out the 2 1/2 inch Model 19. For all other situations, my Glock 23 is my go to weapon.
Just my opinion.

 

[Worshipbass12]

I love the trigger on the lcr and the very comfortable grip, but the jframe is proven and in my mind the lcr hasn't been around long enough to be proven

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[snubbyfan]

In my opinion when Ruger decided to produce a J frame sized snubby to compete with S&W they had to do something to make it seem "new and innovative."
It has a pinned, replaceable front sight, the polymer frame, uniquely milled cylinder and a very nice crisp trigger. The grip is small, concealable and covers the backstrap giving it a more comfortable trigger reach and some cushion against recoil. Features which made it a success.
However, the S&W J frame has very strong aftermarket support. The trigger can be tuned to perform as good as if not better than the LCR's and there's a nearly limitless selection of holsters ang grips available.
I agree with Worshipbass12 that It's a time proven design and they're proven to be dependable and reliable.
I'm not going to say I'll never carry an LCR but if I do, I know I'll have my trusty S&W J frame to back it up.

 

[cal50]

I pocket carry my. 357 LCR when it's hot weather. It's about the perfect pocket carry gun IMHO. Snag free, very comfortable grip and smooth trigger. They shoot great. I prefer the . 357 with the steel frame. Same size as the . 38 but slightly heavier.

 

[getoff]

the LCR does interest me and my co-workers. it does not seem to be a bad gun, but why re-invent the wheel? the LCR basicly is the reason s&w went with the bodyguard 38. i'll keep my J's thank you. their's lots of grip options for the J's, only one for the LCR. if i carry one J, i can carry 2... new york re-load!