December 18, 2013, 05:06 PM | #1 |
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Ruger LCRX
So ruger just announced the LCRX, and LCR with an exposed hammer allowing it to be fired in single action mode. It looks neat, so will anyone here be planning on getting one? Personally, I don't really see a need for an expose hammer on a defensive gun, what about you?
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December 18, 2013, 06:10 PM | #2 |
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So, did Ruger also shorten the wheelbase and eliminate the back seat? j/k
In all seriousness, I think Ruger will probably sell a few of them, but not nearly as many as the regular LCR. OTOH I think it would be really smart of them to immediately offer this gun in .22LR, giving shooters a true traditional-style DA/SA "kit gun" that's substantially less expensive than the oft-criticized and VERY pricey .22LR J frames from S&W.
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Yep, a .22 lr version with a longer barrel and adjustable sights would be the perfect kit gun.
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Get your SP101 now. I suspect Ruger will steer all their small DA revolvers to the LCR line,eventually.
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The Canadian 105mm (4.14") minimum barrel length requirement is the reason why the SP101 is offered in two 4.2" versions.
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I suppose the centerfire LCRX will sell well for Ruger, but I have no interest in replacing my KLCR with one. However... I think the 22 and 22WMR versions of the LCRX will interest me. I really like my LCR 22, and would buy the 22LR and 22 WMR if they become available with a hammer.
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As much as I like Ruger, and I certainly do, I don't see a need for this one. If I wanted an LCR as a defensive gun, I wouldn't want an exposed hammer. If I wanted an exposed hammer, I'd go with one of their other models.
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We have one LCR in our family (wife's carry gun) and I'm planning on getting another (for myself) but I don't see a need for an exposed hammer on what is basically a small, lightweight, concealed carry, short range, defensive gun. An exposed hammer could snag or accidentally cock, and thus cause a safety issue, especially in a gun that lends itself to pocket carry, inside waist carry.....
I view this newest LCR is a step by Ruger to eventually offer a full size, open hammer revolver with the LCR trigger group. Actually an LCR with a 4 inch to 6 inch barrel would be something I could see myself getting. The current closed hammer LCR (especially in .38spl) in my opinion, is one of the best snubbies to come along ever. I really like the trigger system, the light weight, and the way it absorbs recoil. I grew up on the great S&W revolvers and have shot / carried most from the Chief Specials up through the 686. I prefer the LCR over the Chief Special. TO RUGER: Please make a 4" open hammer using the LCR trigger group and make it in.45 Colt!
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Pictures and story: http://www.downrange.tv/blog/the-new-ruger-lcrx/26857/
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thats a nice little gun. and id much rather get one with a hammer i can thumb back then one i cant.
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It's nice to have a choice. I think it would be more useful on the rimfire models, which have heavier triggers than the centerfire LCRs. That would also put them into the kit gun / plinker category, and I think this may be where the LCRX shines. Now we need a 3" barrel and better sights.
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Yep, if the 22 or even better a 22lr/mag combo is available soon, I'm in. I want the smith 317, $$$ and finding one is tough. The taurus 94/941 is not the way I want to go, this would be a great middle of the road choice in a snub.
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Got the email for it yesterday. When they come out with a .22lr version I will be in the market for one.
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For me, the idea of the LCR is an easy conceal and draw as a last ditch effort...
The hammer is the one cog in the wheel I could do without in an LCR, reason being the slight chance it may snag on my shirt during extreme circumstances. This revolver is not for me, but I'm glad to see any addition to the Ruger llineup! Love the brand, the company, and their commitment to customer service!
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The LCRX in .22 is a great idea.
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I guess I have to revise my statement. If they came out with this in 22LR, I might want one. Not as a defensive gun, but it might be tons of fun as a plinker, boat gun, etc.
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While most of us don't see the point of the exposed hammer, there are some shooters with hand-strength issues for whom it's necessary.
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I think it all depends on what people buy. I agree revolver shooters tend toward being traditional but if the LCR would end up having the impact in revolver sales the way the Glock 17 affected semi-auto sales, well...a lot of tradition would begin to fall by the wayside. Might take a decade or two.
I don't expect to see a polymer-famed single-action revolver soon, though.
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It matters what sells, and what's redundant in their lineup. When they came out with the SR9, and it did well, I figured the P series was doomed.
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I have an unfired LCR that I'd gladly trade for an LCRX. I guess I'm just old fashioned, and prefer having the ability to shoot single action.
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I wouldn't be stuffing a LCR into a pocket or ankle holster so a hammer would actually be something I'd like. It gives me the option of single action and I can place my thumb behind the hammer when holstering in case the trigger gets caught on something. I hope this model sells well, though it likely won't replace my model 60.
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I would go for one on .22LR.
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