Ruger LCR .22 Magnum

[Mojo Jim]

My wife is not a big fan of recoil, and without a lot of hand strength she cannot rack the slide of most semi-auto pistols. We spent quite a bit of time looking for a handgun that she could operate and shoot well, and since our son manages a local gun store, we had lots to play with. She finally decided to buy a Ruger LCR in .22 Magnum, and it was a great decision IMHO. Although it's not my choice of caliber for self defense, the .22 Magnum is still a pretty potent round. Of course I couldn't leave it stock, so I added a LaserMax red laser, and changed the front sight to an XS Yellow Dot for better visibility. The XS sight is not the best, but they were the only manufacturer I could find that made sights for LCR .22s. My wife is very happy with this little revolver, shoots it very well, and has never had an issue with it.

 

[peachhead]

I have one. Asnl soon as my wife shot it, she claimed it.

 

[sharpblade7777]

 

[BULL'S-EYE]

There's some excellent and highly effective self defense 22 WMR ammo currently available.
While certainly not ideal, ANY gun is better than a sharp stick...And, no sane individuals are standing in line volunteering to be shot by a .22 anything.

 

[Bear Paw Jack]

Sharpblade7777's second picture is the one I've got. Only 22 mag I've ever seen in person. They would serve many different people well.

 

[peachhead]

It's an awesome revolver and I wouldnt mind having another one.

 

[contender]

As a person who has taught hundreds of ladies to shoot,, I ALWAYS tell them to buy what fits THEIR hands & what THEY can easily operate. Plus,, a good revolver is as "KISS" simple as it can bet. (Keep It Simple Stupid!)

Kudos on doing it RIGHT to find what SHE can use.

 

[bowzette]

I have the LR version and really like it. I have a number of 9mm, .380 and .357, but I wouldn't hesitate to use the LCR .22lr if needed. IMO with a handgun you will not get good stopping power unless you get really good shot placement. A couple of rounds of .22 high center mass is likely to be effective. For that matter just presenting a firearm and being willing to use it will cure many situations.

 

[Fox Mike]

For that matter just presenting a firearm and being willing to use it will cure many situations.

If something happens and you have to 'present' it then I would expect you would be willing to use it. I not willing then carry a big stick or a rock.

 

[bowzette]

If something happens and you have to 'present' it then I would expect you would be willing to use it. I not willing then carry a big stick or a rock.

Of course. And I stated "and be willing to use it." I am also assuming the person has sufficient training to safely handle the firearm and reasonably proficient in its use. I made the incorrect assumption that the forum readers would understand the 'basics" were included within my statement.

 

[Fox Mike]

Of course. And I stated "and be willing to use it." I am also assuming the person has sufficient training to safely handle the firearm and reasonably proficient in its use. I made the incorrect assumption that the forum readers would understand the 'basics" were included within my statement.

You might be surprised at some that believe just showing a handgun will cure a problem. Hesitate and you may just die.

 

[bowzette]

You might be surprised at some that believe just showing a handgun will cure a problem. Hesitate and you may just die.

Agreed. I cringe when I see/hear comments about carrying a firearm or other weapon to "feel more safe". A recipe for disaster. Best time/money I spent was Clint Smith's pistol course at Thunder Ranch. I've also taken a number of classes from KR Training Systems and was a Dallas County reserve Deputy where we got some really good training, especially "shoot, no shoot" situations, and Koga hands-on training. I have over 200 hours of really good self defense pistol shooting. Back to the .22 discussion, I shoot 100-150 rounds of .22lr before shooting centerfire. This is great cheap practice and the only training it doesn't provide is rapid fire recoil control.