bcook619 Posted March 5, 2019 at 04:26 PM Share Posted March 5, 2019 at 04:26 PM Ill toss another vote for the Ruger LCR. Its not my primary carry but it is occasional. I have the 357 with a tritium front site Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barryware Posted March 5, 2019 at 05:49 PM Share Posted March 5, 2019 at 05:49 PM A gun buddy of mine has an LCR (.38).. I shot it at the range a few times.. I liked it.. With a revolver, you don't have to look for your shells.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MagSlap Posted March 5, 2019 at 09:28 PM Share Posted March 5, 2019 at 09:28 PM Snubby at 25 yards. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xrlke Posted March 5, 2019 at 09:34 PM Share Posted March 5, 2019 at 09:34 PM For all you folks that are thinking of abandoning your semi autos for wheel guns because there might be a new law passed let me be of help to you. Ill take them off your hands before they lose all value. Just turn them in to me and you can get a prepaid Visa card just like Father Pfleger gives out. Hey $25 is better than nothing. Beat the rush before they pass some crazy laws.<Purple off now>Lol. I've always been partial to the snubby revolver. Semi autos have to get into the double digit capacity for them to have an advantage in self defense, in my opinion. Love my g19 and g26, just not as much as my snubbies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cherryriver Posted March 6, 2019 at 05:50 PM Share Posted March 6, 2019 at 05:50 PM The LCR has its benefits. The larger, rubber handle, while harder to conceal, especially in the pocket, is easy to manage. Also, it can be replaced with a smaller one, I'm told.That said, one of our associates, a Grand Master in at least two divisions in USPSA, pocket carries his LCR every day. And, given his extraordinary talent, he can draw and clean a five-plate plate rack (double action, of course) at 10 yards in about two seconds. You have to see it to believe it.Then again, you should see him with his all-out custom Akai Limited Division gun. Jaw-dropping. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRJ Posted March 7, 2019 at 11:34 PM Share Posted March 7, 2019 at 11:34 PM I've been eyeballing an SP101 9mm. That never ends well for my wallet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xrlke Posted March 8, 2019 at 12:45 AM Share Posted March 8, 2019 at 12:45 AM I've been eyeballing an SP101 9mm. That never ends well for my wallet.The Sp101 is built like a tank. I've got at least 4000 rds through my 357 sp101, most of which are 38+p rounds, and never had a problem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Illini2A312 Posted April 2, 2019 at 01:42 PM Author Share Posted April 2, 2019 at 01:42 PM Thanks all, saw a ton of good recommendations here and I think I might try out the LCR/S&W 642 next time I'm at the range. Just for reference though, do you have to use +P ammo specifically in a gun that's rated for it or can you use normal .38spl ammo? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandyP Posted April 2, 2019 at 01:52 PM Share Posted April 2, 2019 at 01:52 PM Normal .38 Special works 100%. Not unlike owning a .357 (my personal choice) which can also then shoot .38 and .38+P. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lou Posted April 2, 2019 at 05:09 PM Share Posted April 2, 2019 at 05:09 PM Thanks all, saw a ton of good recommendations here and I think I might try out the LCR/S&W 642 next time I'm at the range. Just for reference though, do you have to use +P ammo specifically in a gun that's rated for it or can you use normal .38spl ammo?Using .38 +P out of a 16 oz pocket pistol can be a bit unpleasant if you shoot a lot of it. I found .38 reduced recoil PD rounds that are supposed to be effective. Try a few +P rounds, regular .38s and the reduced recoil before choosing a round to bet your life on. Not only first round accuracy but how quick you can get the 2nd or third rounds off. https://www.midwayusa.com/product/1001552025/federal-premium-personal-defense-reduced-recoil-ammunition-38-special-110-grain-hydra-shok-jacketed-hollow-point Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DD123 Posted April 25, 2019 at 02:02 AM Share Posted April 25, 2019 at 02:02 AM No one mentioned the Chiappa Rhino? Interesting. I like that gun a lot. I've shot one before but can't get over how ugly they are. If I put one in my safe, my other guns would be offended by the hideousness of the gun lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Illini2A312 Posted April 25, 2019 at 03:25 AM Author Share Posted April 25, 2019 at 03:25 AM Tried both out this past weekend, the LCR was pretty smooth/comfortable to shoot actually (as opposed to the S&W 642 which had some pretty uncomfortable recoil/trigger pull). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xrlke Posted April 25, 2019 at 03:43 AM Share Posted April 25, 2019 at 03:43 AM Tried both out this past weekend, the LCR was pretty smooth/comfortable to shoot actually (as opposed to the S&W 642 which had some pretty uncomfortable recoil/trigger pull).I'm unsure if you were wanting a light weight option (15 oz) range or something all steel (25 oz) range. There will be a noticeable drop in felt recoil when getting into the all steel snubs. If you want it in your pocket, go light weight. On the belt, go with a heavier weight gun. Follow up shots will be quicker with heavier snubs too. Just stuff to think about. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colt guy Posted April 25, 2019 at 05:18 AM Share Posted April 25, 2019 at 05:18 AM Looking at 642 and LCR myself. I have an old Colt Cobra snub and its not easy to keep from printing with the factory grips on it IWB. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gamma Posted April 25, 2019 at 06:00 PM Share Posted April 25, 2019 at 06:00 PM I haven't shot one yet but the Kimber revolvers seem very interesting. The DA trigger pull is certainly nice and they seem to have good sights and a good form factor. I've heard good things about them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrc905 Posted April 25, 2019 at 11:28 PM Share Posted April 25, 2019 at 11:28 PM I went old school and picked up a stainless Ruger Speed Six, then swapped out standard hammer for spurless. A little dremel work and it's smooth as a baby's butt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xrlke Posted April 26, 2019 at 01:02 AM Share Posted April 26, 2019 at 01:02 AM I haven't shot one yet but the Kimber revolvers seem very interesting. The DA trigger pull is certainly nice and they seem to have good sights and a good form factor. I've heard good things about them.I love mine with the night sights. Best sights you are gonna get on a snub. Its my current edc. The trigger is one of the best stock triggers I have ever felt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rmac702 Posted April 26, 2019 at 03:44 PM Share Posted April 26, 2019 at 03:44 PM I've been eyeballing an SP101 9mm. That never ends well for my wallet.mm. Here's my 101 in 9mm. I did some polishing on it along with new grips. Moon clips are not necessary with this 9mm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRJ Posted April 26, 2019 at 04:55 PM Share Posted April 26, 2019 at 04:55 PM I've been eyeballing an SP101 9mm. That never ends well for my wallet.mm. Here's my 101 in 9mm. I did some polishing on it along with new grips. Moon clips are not necessary with this 9mm. (drool) Nice heater. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rmac702 Posted April 26, 2019 at 11:57 PM Share Posted April 26, 2019 at 11:57 PM I've been eyeballing an SP101 9mm. That never ends well for my wallet.mm. Here's my 101 in 9mm. I did some polishing on it along with new grips. Moon clips are not necessary with this 9mm. (drool) Nice heater. Thanks, it carries well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spanishjames Posted April 27, 2019 at 12:48 PM Share Posted April 27, 2019 at 12:48 PM I've been eyeballing an SP101 9mm. That never ends well for my wallet.mm. Here's my 101 in 9mm. I did some polishing on it along with new grips. Moon clips are not necessary with this 9mm. How'd you get it to shine like that? Buffer wheel on a grinder? By hand? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sol-Invictus Posted April 27, 2019 at 02:53 PM Share Posted April 27, 2019 at 02:53 PM The 442/642 with rubber combats is my recommendation. Makes a very comfortable and controllable combination. The LCR in 38 is very painful, very wide at the handle and exceptionally difficult to find good holsters. My wife likes the LCR but man that thing hurts and I regularly shoot 357s out of j frames and k frames as well as full house 44 mags out of my vaqueros and it is nothing like that LCR. Due to the LCR shape most small purses will not work also. The bottom snub is a Performance Center 642 38+P with the Smith version of uncle mikes combats., the top 2 are a model 60 and model 640 both 357 mag with original uncle mikes. Sent from my SM-G920V using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sol-Invictus Posted April 27, 2019 at 03:01 PM Share Posted April 27, 2019 at 03:01 PM My EDC is one of the new model 66s. Amazing firearm, very accurate and a joy with the hornady 357 125 critical defense ammo. Very accurate at 50 yards also. It is on the bottom here. Beats having to carry my no dash or my super rare Lady Smith 66. Sent from my SM-G920V using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
45Badger Posted April 27, 2019 at 04:34 PM Share Posted April 27, 2019 at 04:34 PM Can’t beat the 642/442 for lightweight pocket, purse, whatever carry. Not all that fun to shoot but that’s a standard trade off. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BShawn Posted April 28, 2019 at 03:55 AM Share Posted April 28, 2019 at 03:55 AM Anyone around here ever ankle carry a taurus 905? I've been thinking of getting a 905 for a backup to stick @ the ankle.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lee n. field Posted April 29, 2019 at 01:09 AM Share Posted April 29, 2019 at 01:09 AM Hi all, Looking to buy a backup handgun in case something happens with my S&W semi-auto/I need to take it in for service. Was thinking of possibly getting a .38/.357 revolver due to revolvers in general having less moving parts/less likelihood to jam. Does anyone have any recommendations into models to look into (don't know if I should look into double-action only or if ones with hammers are generally OK for carry)? I've got a new (warranty replacement) S&W 642 wending it's way to me sometime soon. I'm contemplating selling it and moving on to something else. "Just sayin'". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ITguy1686 Posted April 29, 2019 at 03:17 PM Share Posted April 29, 2019 at 03:17 PM I've been eyeballing an SP101 9mm. That never ends well for my wallet.mm. Here's my 101 in 9mm. I did some polishing on it along with new grips. Moon clips are not necessary with this 9mm. Wait. You are saying the moon clips are not required? Please elaborate....but be gentle as my wallet is listening. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rmac702 Posted April 29, 2019 at 05:25 PM Share Posted April 29, 2019 at 05:25 PM I've been eyeballing an SP101 9mm. That never ends well for my wallet.mm. Here's my 101 in 9mm. I did some polishing on it along with new grips. Moon clips are not necessary with this 9mm. Wait. You are saying the moon clips are not required? Please elaborate....but be gentle as my wallet is listening. The handgun comes with 3 moon clips, but using them is optional per Ruger. The moon clips can be used as a speed loader if you want fast ejection and fast reloading. I use the moon clip while carrying, but for the range, I don't. Most of the spent casings will fall out on their own with occasional help from your fingernail. Each cylinder hole has a machined lip in it, just like a 9mm semi, so that keeps the 9mm casing at a consistent depth every time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colt guy Posted April 29, 2019 at 10:46 PM Share Posted April 29, 2019 at 10:46 PM Hi all,Looking to buy a backup handgun in case something happens with my S&W semi-auto/I need to take it in for service. Was thinking of possibly getting a .38/.357 revolver due to revolvers in general having less moving parts/less likelihood to jam. Does anyone have any recommendations into models to look into (don't know if I should look into double-action only or if ones with hammers are generally OK for carry)? I've got a new (warranty replacement) S&W 642 wending it's way to me sometime soon. I'm contemplating selling it and moving on to something else. "Just sayin'".I may be in the market soon . Where are you in this wonderful state ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lee n. field Posted April 30, 2019 at 12:31 PM Share Posted April 30, 2019 at 12:31 PM Hi all,Looking to buy a backup handgun in case something happens with my S&W semi-auto/I need to take it in for service. Was thinking of possibly getting a .38/.357 revolver due to revolvers in general having less moving parts/less likelihood to jam. Does anyone have any recommendations into models to look into (don't know if I should look into double-action only or if ones with hammers are generally OK for carry)? I've got a new (warranty replacement) S&W 642 wending it's way to me sometime soon. I'm contemplating selling it and moving on to something else. "Just sayin'".I may be in the market soon . Where are you in this wonderful state ? NW, Stephenson County Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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