Good 327 Fed wheel gun for the wife??

BornFighting88 · November 20, 2021, 08:57 PM

Taking suggestions and recommendations for a good revolver in 327 Federal for the wife.

I am between something Ruger (LCR/Gp100/SP101)
Or Smith (if they offer one still)
Or Charter Arms Professional

What say ye?

FrankenMauser · November 20, 2021, 11:01 PM

Good for what?
Plinking? SD? HD? Weighing down a purse? Target practice? Stopping rampaging whitetails?

I have owned the Blackhawk, GP-100, SP-101, and LCR in .327 Federal.
Keep in mind that they all have heavier than usual springs, in order to set off the *rifle* primers used for the cartridge. And most people that try reducing spring weight, or installing lighter springs (even the 'standard' springs for .38/.357) end up with light-strike issues.

The GP is great. (But I sold mine.)
The SP has a notably heavier trigger pull, but carries better. This is my "compact" woods gun.
The Blackhawk is a heavy chunk of steel. Same size as it would be if chambered in .45 Colt, but with smaller chambers and a smaller bore diameter. Fun for targets and plinking. No good for any sort of carry.
The LCR is my primary carry gun. But, having a fondness for what is left of my hearing, I will not shoot it (or any of the others) without hearing protection. I carry the LCR with .32 H&R in the chamber. I can, surprisingly for the terrible "sights", shoot it very well to 100+ yards. But it wasn't made for that.

BornFighting88 · November 21, 2021, 10:11 AM

Nightstand gun, and when she gets her CCW permit, carry, too. I was leaning towards the LCR, too. As its just point, and trigger. No mechanical manual of arms to get the automatic ready.

stinkeypete · November 21, 2021, 10:48 AM

I have a 3” LCRx in .38. I wish they made one in .327 as it would make a dandy field gun.
I have a .32 H&R Mag in a Single Six and it’s handy, accurate, and tells you “I am not a .22” but recoil is easy on the paw. Keeping the bullet subsonic is my goal as the report is mild on the ears, too.

Triggers- my LCRX double action trigger pull is not light, but it is smooth and controllable out of the box. I’m a single action trigger snob.

This is just my opinion, but I think 32 H&R magnum has all the tame shooting advantages of a .22 while packing a much bigger punch. It’s one of those rounds that might encourage a non-enthusiast to practice with and not invite fear or flinching. The LCR is very light. It’s not pretty, but then it’s a tool that operates as it should.

My 3”LCR is quite snappy in the hand with +p loads because of the light weight. Really snappy. Target wadcutters are significantly less “punishing”, but a .32 would be something even a reluctant student could enjoy.

For your situation, I think the LCR may suit you, as would any Ruger or Smith double action with more weight. .32 H&R to avoid ear damage.

FITASC · November 21, 2021, 11:56 AM

What does SHE want? Has she shot a revolver in 327?

Crankylove · November 21, 2021, 01:44 PM

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What does SHE want? Has she shot a revolver in 327?
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^ This.

My primary carry gun is a 3” SP101 in .327. Also have Frankenmauser’s old 4”GP100.

GP100 my be a little big for her hands, SP101 will have more recoil.

Like Frankenmauser, I carry .32 H&R mag, only use .327 when it’s my hunting sidearm.

My wife bought a S&W 637 for her carry/nightstand gun. Fits her hands well, and she shoots it better than my larger revolvers.

Need to take your woman out and borrow/rent an assortment of sizes/calibers/styles and let her find what works for her, not what you think you want her to have.

TruthTellers · November 21, 2021, 05:07 PM

Only Ruger is making them now and for any carry application it's either the LCR or the 3 inch SP101 monstrosity, which I advocate against buying.

If you're willing to go down to .32 HR Mag, which I think is a more sensible fit for a woman because they will not like the blast of .327, Charter is the main option. The Professional still has sight issues, but the smaller frame Undercoverrette is a 6 shot now. I'd check that out, but good luck finding one on a shelf in an LGS to have her get a feel for.

BornFighting88 · November 22, 2021, 07:20 PM

Thanks all. I took her to range and she fired a 32 H&R that she really liked. Easy on her paws, and still was able to put them all on a paper plate at 7 yards. I think the ability to also chamber 327 would make it a great field gun, or load for when we would like to pack a little more punch.

November 20, 2021, 08:57 PM	#1
BornFighting88 Senior Member Join Date: August 1, 2021 Posts: 454	Good 327 Fed wheel gun for the wife?? Taking suggestions and recommendations for a good revolver in 327 Federal for the wife. I am between something Ruger (LCR/Gp100/SP101) Or Smith (if they offer one still) Or Charter Arms Professional What say ye?

November 20, 2021, 11:01 PM	#2
FrankenMauser Senior Member Join Date: August 26, 2008 Location: In the valley above the plain Posts: 13,776	Good for what? Plinking? SD? HD? Weighing down a purse? Target practice? Stopping rampaging whitetails? I have owned the Blackhawk, GP-100, SP-101, and LCR in .327 Federal. Keep in mind that they all have heavier than usual springs, in order to set off the rifle primers used for the cartridge. And most people that try reducing spring weight, or installing lighter springs (even the 'standard' springs for .38/.357) end up with light-strike issues. The GP is great. (But I sold mine.) The SP has a notably heavier trigger pull, but carries better. This is my "compact" woods gun. The Blackhawk is a heavy chunk of steel. Same size as it would be if chambered in .45 Colt, but with smaller chambers and a smaller bore diameter. Fun for targets and plinking. No good for any sort of carry. The LCR is my primary carry gun. But, having a fondness for what is left of my hearing, I will not shoot it (or any of the others) without hearing protection. I carry the LCR with .32 H&R in the chamber. I can, surprisingly for the terrible "sights", shoot it very well to 100+ yards. But it wasn't made for that. __________________ -Unwilling Range Officer -Unwilling Match Designer -NRL22/PRS22/PRO -Something about broccoli and carrots

November 21, 2021, 10:48 AM	#4
stinkeypete Senior Member Join Date: July 22, 2010 Location: Madison, Wisconsin Posts: 1,344	I have a 3” LCRx in .38. I wish they made one in .327 as it would make a dandy field gun. I have a .32 H&R Mag in a Single Six and it’s handy, accurate, and tells you “I am not a .22” but recoil is easy on the paw. Keeping the bullet subsonic is my goal as the report is mild on the ears, too. Triggers- my LCRX double action trigger pull is not light, but it is smooth and controllable out of the box. I’m a single action trigger snob. This is just my opinion, but I think 32 H&R magnum has all the tame shooting advantages of a .22 while packing a much bigger punch. It’s one of those rounds that might encourage a non-enthusiast to practice with and not invite fear or flinching. The LCR is very light. It’s not pretty, but then it’s a tool that operates as it should. My 3”LCR is quite snappy in the hand with +p loads because of the light weight. Really snappy. Target wadcutters are significantly less “punishing”, but a .32 would be something even a reluctant student could enjoy. For your situation, I think the LCR may suit you, as would any Ruger or Smith double action with more weight. .32 H&R to avoid ear damage. __________________ My book "The Pheasant Hunter's Action Adventure Cookbook" is now on Amazon. Tall tales, hunting tips, butchering from bird to the freezer, and recipes.

November 21, 2021, 11:56 AM	#5
FITASC Senior Member Join Date: December 6, 2014 Posts: 6,654	What does SHE want? Has she shot a revolver in 327? __________________ "I believe that people have a right to decide their own destinies; people own themselves. I also believe that, in a democracy, government exists because (and only so long as) individual citizens give it a 'temporary license to exist'—in exchange for a promise that it will behave itself. In a democracy, you own the government—it doesn't own you."- Frank Zappa

November 21, 2021, 05:07 PM	#7
TruthTellers Senior Member Join Date: October 22, 2016 Posts: 3,962	Only Ruger is making them now and for any carry application it's either the LCR or the 3 inch SP101 monstrosity, which I advocate against buying. If you're willing to go down to .32 HR Mag, which I think is a more sensible fit for a woman because they will not like the blast of .327, Charter is the main option. The Professional still has sight issues, but the smaller frame Undercoverrette is a 6 shot now. I'd check that out, but good luck finding one on a shelf in an LGS to have her get a feel for. __________________ "We always think there's gonna be more time... then it runs out."

November 21, 2021, 10:11 AM	#3
BornFighting88 Senior Member Join Date: August 1, 2021 Posts: 454	Nightstand gun, and when she gets her CCW permit, carry, too. I was leaning towards the LCR, too. As its just point, and trigger. No mechanical manual of arms to get the automatic ready.

November 22, 2021, 07:20 PM	#8
BornFighting88 Senior Member Join Date: August 1, 2021 Posts: 454	Thanks all. I took her to range and she fired a 32 H&R that she really liked. Easy on her paws, and still was able to put them all on a paper plate at 7 yards. I think the ability to also chamber 327 would make it a great field gun, or load for when we would like to pack a little more punch.