Elfego El Gato
Single-Sixer
OK, I know this is the *Ruger* forum, so I'm pretty sure what to expect as far as recommendations go. But, I'd still like to ask for opinions and experiences anybody might have or have had regarding the following two revolvers, one of which will be my next purchase...
1) Ruger LCR in .38spl. A nice, small, polymer-framed gun that sits well in a pocket and is made for ease of concealment.
2) Smith and Wesson 642 Centennial Airweight. Also a nice, small revolver, but made of lightweight metal, that sits well in an IWB and is made for ease of concealment and draw.
I've held both revolvers and I like the ergonomics of both of them. The LCR feels a little smaller in my hand; the S&W - by comparison - sits a little better in my grip and seems like it would be very comfortable to shoot. However, I haven't shot either one, so I don't really know what the recoil and handling characteristics are.
Right now, I'm leaning toward the S&W (this is the model without the internal lock). It seems to fit me better than the Ruger. But, the Ruger seems a little more solid, even though it's made of plastic. I can't really explain this, it's just my perception.
So, what do you all think? Ruger or S&W? They cost about the same, so it's really a Sophie's choice of sorts. (Oh, and the S&W is in a brushed aluminum finish, as opposed to the Ruger's blued/black. So, it's a bit more attractive, at least in my eyes.)
Any opinions would be greatly appreciated!
1) Ruger LCR in .38spl. A nice, small, polymer-framed gun that sits well in a pocket and is made for ease of concealment.
2) Smith and Wesson 642 Centennial Airweight. Also a nice, small revolver, but made of lightweight metal, that sits well in an IWB and is made for ease of concealment and draw.
I've held both revolvers and I like the ergonomics of both of them. The LCR feels a little smaller in my hand; the S&W - by comparison - sits a little better in my grip and seems like it would be very comfortable to shoot. However, I haven't shot either one, so I don't really know what the recoil and handling characteristics are.
Right now, I'm leaning toward the S&W (this is the model without the internal lock). It seems to fit me better than the Ruger. But, the Ruger seems a little more solid, even though it's made of plastic. I can't really explain this, it's just my perception.
So, what do you all think? Ruger or S&W? They cost about the same, so it's really a Sophie's choice of sorts. (Oh, and the S&W is in a brushed aluminum finish, as opposed to the Ruger's blued/black. So, it's a bit more attractive, at least in my eyes.)
Any opinions would be greatly appreciated!