Posted on 12/18/2013 5:05:02 PM PST by servo1969
Ruger Expands the Popular Line of Lightweight Compact Revolvers with the Addition of the LCRx
Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE: RGR) announces the introduction of the LCRx™, the newest variation of the revolutionary Lightweight Compact Revolver (LCR®). Chambered in .38 Special +P, the LCRx™ features an external hammer that allows it to be fired in single-action mode.
“Since its introduction in 2009, the LCR® has become extremely popular with conceal carry customers seeking the simplicity of a revolver,” said Chris Killoy, Ruger Vice President of Sales and Marketing. “Customers have been asking for a traditional double-action version of the LCR® with an external hammer for optional single-action shooting. We were listening and have added a crisp single-action mode to the already smooth double-action LCR®,” he concluded.
The newest LCR® maintains all the features of the critically acclaimed original LCR®. Its double-action-only trigger pull is uniquely engineered with a patented Ruger® friction reducing cam fire control system. The trigger pull force on the LCR® builds gradually and peaks later in the trigger stroke, resulting in a trigger pull that feels much lighter than it actually is. This results in more controllable double-action shooting, even among those who find traditional double-action-only triggers difficult to operate. The LCR® has three main components: a polymer fire control housing, an aircraft quality aluminum monolithic frame, and an extensively fluted stainless steel cylinder. When originally introduced, the Ruger® LCR® revolver was one of the most significant new revolver designs in over a century, and it has since been awarded three patents.
In addition to the newly introduced external hammer LCRx™, the Ruger® LCR® is available in .38 Special +P, .357 Magnum, .22 Magnum and .22 Long Rifle double-action-only models. All LCR® models feature replaceable ramp front sights, and a fixed U-notch rear and some models feature a laser-sighting system from Crimson Trace®.
Ruger has a long history of interesting and useful designs.
Also at reasonable prices.
I’ll pick one up when it comes out in .357 Mag.
I decided on a Ruger SP 101 for everyday carry. Ruger makes really fine stuff.
In addition to the newly introduced external hammer LCRx™, the Ruger® LCR® is available in .38 Special +P, .357 Magnum, .22 Magnum and .22 Long Rifle double-action-only models. All LCR® models feature replaceable ramp front sights, and a fixed U-notch rear and some models feature a laser-sighting system from Crimson Trace®.
I wish I had bought Ruger stock a couple of years ago.
The GP100 was great, if not a little heavy.
I’m sure these LCR’s are a dream to carry, but I still lean toward something more than 5 rounds.
I want the external hammered version in .357. :^)
I believe the 100 was designed as a LE duty piece.
You don’t need more than five rounds. Just get a shotgun and fire into the air from your porch. The country’s leading tactical operations instructor said that’s the best choice.
I have a S&W hammerless titanium 357.
she bangs and barks pretty loud.
The nice thing about revolvers is that you can carry them in the front of a sweatshirt and shoot it through the sweatshirt, without drawing it (saving time). A slide would get caught in the sweatshirt where a revolver will not.
they make this in a .357 mag model.
I want them to come out with a .22 with a 6 inch barrel.
In most cases you are probably right, but I still prefer more capacity for those rare instances that might pop up. I found myself facing multiple perps in a rural setting.... guns were drawn and aimed, but none were fired. I was glad I had my Glock intead of my 5 shot 38 JFrame.
this is your backup gun.
I've used a couple small 40s and great little 9mm in the past.
The SP has ruined me for carrying anything else.
I’m looking for a 600 Nitro pocket gun that holds 30 rounds, kicks like a pellet gun and is accurate to 1,000 yards. Until I find one, I’ll compromise with my Glock.
my wife carries a LCP .380. she loves it. It doesn’t fit my hand/s ... too small and I want a little more knock down power. It works for her though. I am in the market for a .40 S&W or .45 APC in a carry package. The 40 S&W will probably win on width for a carry weapon, plus I have tons of brass to reload for it. (i am a range scavenger). Any suggestions are welcome. I am not partial to pistols or revolvers.
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