Just saw the LCRx at the gun shop...

[Mauser lover]

I recently made a pilgrimage to my somewhat-local gun shop (Bud's), and saw with eyes filled with wonder an LCRx in .38 Special. Model 5431, I believe. In my mind, the LCR had never had much appeal, because it just wasn't quite what I desired. However, as my somewhat sweaty palms were caressed by the gracious lines of this new revolver, I thought to myself... "Self, you must have one!" I swung open the cylinder and saw the five cavernous .38 Special chambers. I considered the thing, thinking "The only thing that would make this better would be one more shot and .327 Magnum! I'll go home and order one tonight!"

I returned home to seek this elegant revolver on the internet, only to find... Alas! My beloved long-barreled, full gripped, and target sighted revolver in .327 was nowhere to be found! Instead, I found only model 5462, with the desired chambering and external hammer, but without the adjustable sights, long barrel, or longer grip. My heart filled with grief as I thought to myself... "I'll just resort to switching the grip and settling for the short barrel and fixed sights." Suddenly, my downcast state was revived as I remembered that "The LCRx is a relatively new release! Perhaps Ruger has not released the desired model yet!

So... how many of you think a .327 Mag with a three inch barrel, adjustable sights, and a full grip would be the bee's knees? Anybody have any idea if Ruger will release one? I've heard that the lightweight gun kicks too much in .357 or .38+p. I think that a six-shooter capable of .32 S&W (or handloads of .327 or .32 H&R) for plinking or full-power .327 for effective self-defense would be pretty great. Less recoil for the light weight gun, but enough capacity to make up for it? I need another caliber (or three or four calibers...) like I need another hole in my head, but... This was the first time I saw any variation of the LCRx, and the first time I saw an LCR of any sort that actually excited me. I know I'm kind of late to the LCRx party, but the DA trigger felt pretty fantastic. If this is discussed elsewhere, just link me over there.

 

[Vern Humphrey]

I don't have a .327, but from what I read, it appears to be hard to reload -- the long, skinny power column (according to Brian Pearce) gives ignition problems and wide pressure swings. I'll stick with my Colt Detective Special when I carry a small revolver.

 

[George P]

a .327 Mag with a three inch barrel, adjustable sights

Why would you want adjustable sights on a 3" gun? Seems superfluous to me.

 

[Rodentman]

I've reloaded a lot of .327 Mags with no issues. IDK maybe I'm just lucky...

 

[Vern Humphrey]

I've reloaded a lot of .327 Mags with no issues. IDK maybe I'm just lucky...

Have you shot it over a chronometer? Did you get wide pressure variations?

 

[js8588]

I'm anxiously awaiting a 3 inch 327 Federal LCRx. Meanwhile, I'm paying off a layaway (with Buds) on a Blued GP100 (Lipseys distributor exclusive) and a 327 Henry Rifle.

My 4.2 inch 327 SP101 keeps me company for now.

 

[Mauser lover]

I'm anxiously awaiting a 3 inch 327 Federal LCRx. Meanwhile, I'm paying off a layaway (with Buds) on a Blued GP100 (Lipseys distributor exclusive) and a 327 Henry Rifle.

My 4.2 inch 327 SP101 keeps me company for now.

Oh good, someone else wants one too... Hopefully Ruger will get the idea. Christmas present? Sooner?

I did try out the SP, but it seemed that the LCR trigger was better, by which I was surprised. I went in looking to try on/get an SP101, but came out hoping that an LCRx is in my future.

 

[bannockburn]

Mauser lover

I would be interested in an LCRx in .327 Magnum with a 3" barrel and adjustable sights. Would make for a nice Kit Gun; a lightweight revolver to take along on a backwoods hike. Many years ago I had a stainless Rossi Model 88 in .38 Special which had a 3" barrel and a somewhat adjustable rear sight which at least gave you something of a decent sight picture versus having no rear sight at all.

 

[js8588]

Oh good, someone else wants one too... Hopefully Ruger will get the idea. Christmas present? Sooner?

I did try out the SP, but it seemed that the LCR trigger was better, by which I was surprised. I went in looking to try on/get an SP101, but came out hoping that an LCRx is in my future.

I bought an LCR in 327 for my fiancee. The trigger absolutely is better than the SP101. Still liking both guns. Gotta collect em all.

 

[ray15]

I've heard that the lightweight gun kicks too much in .357 or .38+p.

I have the 3" LCRx in 38+p. It's a bit frisky with +p ammo but nothing abusive at all. I wonder if it might be worse with full-tilt .327FM. The tamer grip, poly grip frame and good ergonomics do mitigate felt recoil to what I feel is an impressively low level for a 1 pound gun. I would not want to shoot such a device in .357, however. I'm pretty sure I could hit more by throwing the .357 version but the blast and fireball must by terrifying.

From my perspective the .327 version's advantage pretty much boils down to that sixth round. You can use short versions in 38s too - use 38 short colt cases or simply shorten 38 special ones to 19mm and load them as light as you'd like. But even if you limit yourself to regular 38 special there's such a wide range of power levels and bullet types available there's no lack of versatility.

 

[Mauser lover]

From my perspective the .327 version's advantage pretty much boils down to that sixth round. You can use short versions in 38s too - use 38 short colt cases or simply shorten 38 special ones to 19mm and load them as light as you'd like. But even if you limit yourself to regular 38 special there's such a wide range of power levels and bullet types available there's no lack of versatility.

Right. My idea is that if you are going to downgrade the power to something a little more manageable, you should make up for it with one more shot. I think a hot .32 H&R is probably the ideal cartridge in that size of gun. Thank you Federal for reinventing the hot .32 H&R as a new cartridge to rekindle the .32s! I don't think .327 would be bad at all with that bigger grip.

I think Bill Jordan in his book "No Second Place Winner" actually advised using an 8-9 shot .22 Mag snubby as a backup piece. I see this as the natural evolution of his stance. One more shot than a .38 J-frame, but basically the same size, in something controllable. Obviously a big grip and 3 inch barrel is a little bigger than a Hi-Standard .22 mag snubby, so probably not a back up gun in that guise.

That and sights. I don't think people give the proper consideration to sights on their carry guns. Yes, they can get big and bulky (and yes, painful when you whack your elbow on it), but that adjustable sight on the bigger LCRx is just so much nicer than the fixed one, not because it is adjustable, but because it is easier to see!

 

[bannockburn]

Mauser lover

That and sights. I don't think people give the proper consideration to sights on their carry guns. Yes, they can get big and bulky (and yes, painful when you whack your elbow on it), but that adjustable sight on the bigger LCRx is just so much nicer than the fixed one, not because it is adjustable, but because it is easier to see!

I'm 100% with you on that brother! I need all the help I can get in sights that are easy to see and quick to acquire!

 

[GooseGestapo]

I too am waiting for a 3" .327Fed LCRx.
I like the GP100, but already have too many similar and a Single-7 already.

The .327 isn't hard to load for. It's just:
1. New

2. It's primer and powder compatible-sensitive. I use CCI small rifle and AA#9 for the "fireball" loads with 100gr Hornady. My favorite load is a warm, but powerful 113-122gr cast F-RNGC (different molds) over 10gr of #2400 with various small pistol primers? I have chrono'd it, and not noted abnormal velocity fluctuations. No more than say a .357mag or 10mm. It's little different than its older sibling, the .30Carbine. I use the ubiquitous 15.0gr of H110/Win296 and 110gr JRN in the .30Carbine, and sr primers.

3. If shooting other cartridges through it, you'll need adjustable sights to correct for significant impact shift between velocities and bullet weights. If sighted for the .327's, my S-7 shoots 6" low at 15yds with .32SWL.

I'd have no use for a revolver without adjustable sights.
It's like a one speed bicycle. Good for lazy cycling on flat ground, but not so good for hill climbing or rapid descents.

 

[KevininPa]

Even though I'm not one for polymer handguns ( only one I have is a LCP ), I have been giving these some consideration. Only one I'm interested in is the 9mm. Have a couple nines so I always have ammo on hand. With the heavier stainless "magnum" weight the recoil shouldn't be bad. Pocketable, unlike my Speed Six. Quick reload with moon clips. And Pachmayr now has the Guardian Grip for it, so my pinky can aid in control.Just wish the barrel was a tad longer, though I think I could get over that.

 

[Kaybee]

I'm fascinated with the .327, and a 3" lcrx sounds like a fantastic gun!

 

[TTv2]

Why would you want adjustable sights on a 3" gun? Seems superfluous to me.

Different loads can hit different POI. With the .327, you get into 1500 fps velocities and with .32 S&W Long, literally half that velocity. Being able to tweak in a preferred choice is nice.

The 3 inch LCRx's are marketed as kit guns, not CCW revolvers. Maybe when the .327/.357's come out they'll have an option for a fixed sight, but idk.

 

[TTv2]

Yeah, I'm holding out for Ruger to release a 3 inch .327 (and 9mm) LCRx so I can put it head to head with the SP101. I like the SP101's longer barrel, but the half pound weight savings of a .327 LCRx appeals to me a lot, as does the smooth trigger.

Until Ruger comes out with this revolver, I'm in no rush to buy a .327.

 

[Jeb Stuart]

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Mauser lover

I would be interested in an LCRx in .327 Magnum with a 3" barrel and adjustable sights. Would make for a nice Kit Gun; a lightweight revolver to take along on a backwoods hike. Many years ago I had a stainless Rossi Model 88 in .38 Special which had a 3" barrel and a somewhat adjustable rear sight which at least gave you something of a decent sight picture versus having no rear sight at all.

I love my LCR9mm. I use it for CCW. While I like the LCRX, I am not sure what the purpose of a gun like this is for. I would insist that the gun be as snag free as possible, and the goal is to shoot as fast as possible with the double action. I guess you are right, it would be as a "Kit" gun. Personally would also not be intersted in 327 mag. Expensive, loud, high muzzle flash. I want a gun that I can shoot in training with as many rounds each week as possible. For myself, the 327 would just be too expensive and too much recoil in a small gun. JMO

Watch this video. I found it interesting, because for fast shooting, I have learned a long time ago that with revolvers, the key is to shoot them fast. Watch at around the 2 min. mark.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=a_3slqQmvjQ

 

[js8588]

I have no idea where the notion 327 Federal is expensive came from. Softpoints from Federal are sub 50 cents a round at friggin Cabela's.

Quality hollowpoints are more but of course they are. Good 9mm hollowpoints are more spendy too.

 

[Jeb Stuart]

I have no idea where the notion 327 Federal is expensive came from. Softpoints from Federal are sub 50 cents a round at friggin Cabela's.

Quality hollowpoints are more but of course they are. Good 9mm hollowpoints are more spendy too.

I have shopped at Cabela's but have not heard of Frigging Cabela's. So you think 50 Cents a round is cheap? Lol, I do not shoot 9mm Hollowpoints for training. I can get great training ammo for $189.00 for a 1000 rds delivered to my door. Obviously your pockets are bigger than mine.

 

[Vern Humphrey]

I have shopped at Cabela's but have not heard of Frigging Cabela's.

Go around to Cabela's after closing time, and you'll see the whole building shaking. Don't go in unless you're prepared to be shocked!​

So you think 50 Cents a round is cheap? Lol, I do not shoot 9mm Hollowpoints for training. I can get great training ammo for $189.00 for a 1000 rds delivered to my door. Obviously your pockets are bigger than mine.

I didn't know they made pockets that deep. I have several hundred pounds of wheel weights, cast my own bullets (in .38/.357, .45 ACP and .45 Colt) and buy powder by the 8 lb keg, No way I'd pay 50 cents a round!

 

[Zendude]

If you shoot alot of any caliber other than 9mm or 22LR, then reloading is worth considering. I started reloading when I bought my 32 H&R mag revolver a few years ago. It's easy to go through many rounds at the range because the recoil doesn't beat you up.

 

[Vern Humphrey]

If you shoot alot of any caliber other than 9mm or 22LR, then reloading is worth considering. I started reloading when I bought my 32 H&R mag revolver a few years ago. It's easy to go through many rounds at the range because the recoil doesn't beat you up.

If ya don't handload, ya ain't right!

 

[Kaybee]

This is a little off topic about the 3", which I would love as a kit gun. In general a big part of the draw for me of a .327 is all the other types of .32 ammunition available. I've carried a small .38 for years and always wondered about a .32h&r. The extra round and shootabilty sounds to me like it could be a good trade. Adding in the option for a .327 out of the same gun is just the icing on the cake.

Ha, did I just talk myself into model #5462? I think I did. I've been wanting a new gun.

 

[Triggernosis]

If y'all need a holster for your LCR's or LCRx's, I can hook you up.