Ruger LCRx 3" 38spl vs Bersa Thunder 380

[JR24]

Between the two, Id get the Ruger. My LCR is a solid pocket gun and pretty accurate for being so small.

That said, I personally would go with a SP 101 for a 3" barrel. The extra weight really helps with shooting (I find the LCR unpleasant to shoot, moreso than my 10mms or .44 mags) and a 3" barrel makes it a belt gun, so the extra weight of the SP is much less important.

Just my opinion, YMMV

 

[Gerolf]

Hi everyone! Thank you for the replies! This has all been very useful info.

I've decided on the Ruger SR9. A lot of friends were recommending a Glock (as were a few on here), and while those are great guns, I liked the similarities in the SR9 and that it to has a manual safety, unlike the Glock.

I still plan on getting the LCRx, because I really like how it felt in my hand, and I think it would be useful for anything I don't want to do with the SR9

 

[NIGHTLORD40K]

My buddy has a Bersa, and really likes it, very accurate and reliable feeder, but.......
The hammer snapped off the first time he used the decocker. A replacement was only $13, but the only ones Eagle had in stock were gold plated. I installed it for him, it did require a little fitting. Two range sessions later, the gold was flaking off.....
About 300 rounds later, the trigger return spring broke. Once again a cheap and easy fix, but not a confidence booster in the durability of this gun.

 

[C0untZer0]

I am not interested in anything else at the moment

You could get a .380 ACP revolver

Problem Solved !

 

[SwampWolf]

For a first handgun, I'd recommend a revolver. I'd also suggest choosing the s/s, Ruger GP 100, with a 4" barrel, adjustable sights and chambered in .357 Magnum for an only revolver that pushes the extreme in terms of the versatility the op has in mind.

 

[pezo]

The ruger. It's in a different league than other lightweight revolvers. The polymere and grips help. Trigger is great. Easier (safer) manual of arms for a newbie. I always recommend a .38 wheelgun for first time cpl ers. The ruger trigger in da is exceptional.

 

[bannockburn]

Gerolf

I see you're thinking now about getting a Ruger SR9. A decent choice in a full size service grade 9mm. and it does have a manual safety. You might also want to take a look at the SR9c as being a slightly more compact version of the SR9 and better suited for concealed carry.