LCR .38 Problems???

[Rafsob]

When Ruger made the .357 LCR did they fix the trigger problems that they had with the .38 model? I would like to buy the .357 model, but will not if Ruger hasn't fixed their problems.

Any help or impute would be grateful folks, thanks.

 

[Boatshop]

What are the trigger problems, you're referring to? I own an LCR in .38 spl. and have no issues with the trigger. To me, it has a great trigger pull for a D.A.O.

 

[Frank V]

The LCR I handled had a pretty nice trigger pull too.
Frank

 

[Rafsob]

I am talking about the problem with the cylnder jamming up. Not a good thing in a hot situation. I know this is a subject that has been talked about a lot. I tried to do a search, but no luck.

 

[Slanteyedshootist]

Never had a problem after hundreds of rounds downrange.

 

[rich642z]

On the trigger with the LCR in .38 S&W cal.,the person did'nt release the trigger all the way forward. That was the shooter's error. Otherwise than that,have fun with the .357 when you get it. I do own the LCR in .357 and it handles the .357 mag just perfect for me.

 

[DPris]

The trigger has to be allowed to return fully forward to re-set.
It wasn't a flaw that needed fixing, it was operator error.
Learn to use the LCR trigger properly (or any DA revolver), and it'll run fine.
Denis

 

[COR]

I have to agree as I am guilty of doing that (short stroking the trigger)with my old Charter 38. On a defensive gun you have to know your trigger and muscle memory takes over when you're in a stressful situation. My better half loves her LCR and I even occassionally put it in my pocket when taking a neighborhood walk with the dogs.

 

[Rafsob]

Thanks for the impute on this subject. I just thought I remembered that there was a lot of traffic on this problem. I guess it didn't exist in the first place.

 

[mike7mm08]

The reason it was thought to be a problem is Ruger addressed the proper use of the trigger in the instruction manual. A lot of people jumped on it as a design flaw. Yet that supposed flaw applies to every DA revolver. The LCR might be slightly more prone to user errors as the trigger pull is a touch longer than some DA revolvers. I have never had any issues with mine. But I can make the problem happen if I try. Of course I can do the same with all my other DAs.

 

[SuperDuty]

I've had a .38 version for months now and over 900 rounds through it. No problems at all so far. It's my daily CCW.

 

[yogiboobooranger]

I will just add that I have owned the .38LCR since it first came out. No problems here either. Gun owners need to read their respective gun manuals before operating..this will solve most issues.

 

[stare-decisis]

The trigger has to be allowed to return fully forward to re-set.
It wasn't a flaw that needed fixing, it was operator error.
Learn to use the LCR trigger properly (or any DA revolver), and it'll run fine.
Denis

Agreed.

I'm on my 2nd LCR 38 and have had no problems either. The trigger is terrific.

Now about that rattling when I shake the gun... :roll: :roll:

 

[COR]

I will just add that I have owned the .38LCR since it first came out. No problems here either. Gun owners need to read their respective gun manuals before operating..this will solve most issues.

WOW! We found the one guy who is reading the barrel warning! I for one will NEVER read the manual until they remove that garbage of my gun! It's my silent protest ...But I digress once again....

:wink:

 

[RugerRay]

I just bought a new LCR-357 a few weeks ago. It had trigger problems. I sent it back to Ruger and they did a great job on the fix. It feels and shoots like a custom job now. I would recommend you get one.

 

[Boge]

I just bought a new LCR-357 a few weeks ago. It had trigger problems. I sent it back to Ruger and they did a great job on the fix. It feels and shoots like a custom job now. I would recommend you get one.

Well, don't leave us in the dark. What was the trigger problem? :?

 

[RugerRay]

I just bought a new LCR-357 a few weeks ago. It had trigger problems. I sent it back to Ruger and they did a great job on the fix. It feels and shoots like a custom job now. I would recommend you get one.

Well, don't leave us in the dark. What was the trigger problem? :?

Sorry Boge, I started a thread on it a few weeks back under Ruger Revolvers.
New Ruger 357-LCR...Trigger Problems

The trigger would stick all the way back. I would have to pull it forward to start working again.
Ruger paid for shipping both ways from my front door.
Work Order... Parts Replaced:
Cylinder Assy
Trigger Assy
Release Button
Front Sight
Grip Screw
Crane
Repair: Safety function check and test fireing have been completed. Released for shipping.

They did a great job and it shoots to point of aim at 7 yards. I put a number of different 38/357 through it and it shoots like a custom tuned gun.

 

[Rafsob]

Well I went out and purchased the .357 and went to the range. I started out with some .38 reloaded 148 gr. lead heads with Unique powder. It shot nicely. I then switched over to my 125 JHP XTP bullets with 231 powder. I shot a very respectable group at 25 yds (2.5" group).

I had purchased some of the Hornady Critical Defense rounds and they shot very badly (6" to 8" groups). My gun seems to not like this stuff. I only bought it because I do travel to NJ and HP's are illegal even for LEOs.

But long story short I love this gun and it will be with me on a constant basis.

 

[ASRuger]

There is a little screw under the cylinder release latch. Yesterday I noticed that it had almost backed out completely. Probably have ~400 rounds through the gun at this point and think it's head-and-shoulders above a similar J frame for shootability. Just make sure you check that screw on yours.