LCRX 357 magnum with 3 inch barrel .. Finally rolls out

https://ruger.com/products/lcrx/specSheets/5444.html

I guess ... I know what Im getting next ....

I like it.

Why not go with the SP101 in all steel for the .357?

"Why not go with the SP101 in all steel for the .357?"

Because some people prefer light weight, over heavier guns for carry. Frequent shooters often prefer heavier guns for shooting over the light ones.

SteelBlue said:

Why not go with the SP101 in all steel for the .357?

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I already have that version. I've been waiting for this, perfect woods gun for 2 legged, mountain lions and black bears. I like my 3" SP101 but a LCR is lighter.

My SP101 with a 2.25 inch barrel weighs 25oz , I really like this handgun ,
My LCR357 with bantam boot grip boot weighs 16oz , (drops 1 oz)
The trigger on my LCR357 is great , the trigger on my SP101 is heavier but I still like it (wolf springs on order) ...
Will I purchase the LCR357X with a 3 inch barrel ? , yes , But I'm going to wait till the new wears off and keep a eye on Gunbroker and snatch one ,!

It will be a OWB and duties will be woods / street carry ... Basically, like my Glock 29 ..

I think Ruger will sell a bunch of them.

Ruger will sell a bunch of them as said. I found a big difference between shooting my 101 and my LCR. 101 no problem with heavy 357 loads, with my LCR no fun shooting heavy 357 loads. For woods carry I'll stick with my 100. Yes heavier than both but handles everything put in it.

Have thought of the LCRx in .22LR but I have a 101 and 100 for that also....

Have at it boys, my LCRx in 38+P is enough fun for me ;-)

WooHoo!

The 3" 9mm shouldn't be far behind....

s4s4u said:

Have at it boys, my LCRx in 38+P is enough fun for me ;-)

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They missed the boat big time not giving that one six holes in the cylinder.

Yikes I think I see a 6th LCR living in my stable...

I'll still carry with P+ in a 3" LCR 357 just as I carry P+ in my 3" SP101. I prefer the extra weight a 357 rated snubbie gives over a 38 rated snubbie. And I prefer 3" over 2" in my snubbies.

While I am always excited to see a new ruger wheel gun I think I may pass on this one. Already have the lcr 357 for edc with 38+p's. As a light weight woods gun I think it would do well if not currently having the 2inch version.

Who am I kidding? I will probably buy one :lol:

Where do I sign?

I almost bought the LCRx when it first came out, the price was right, the caliber WRONG! Ruger is years late, the cost has doubled. NO THANKS!
gramps

Gramps, I am with you on this one! Too late to the party at that price. I would have bought one a while back , but a LCR 38 ..3 inch SP101 & Kimber K6 later..and I'll pass on this one.

SteelBlue said:

Why not go with the SP101 in all steel for the .357?

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I don't see it as an either/or. Both have their place.

gramps said:

I almost bought the LCRx when it first came out, the price was right, the caliber WRONG! Ruger is years late, the cost has doubled. NO THANKS!
gramps

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Gramps bide your time. Find a used one. If they don't sell, they will end up on CDNN Firearms, Grabagun, or one of those buy them low sell them fast sites. You will get one.

glad to see this.

I liked the 3" 38 I had, but think this would be a nice packing gun.