ruger finally releases the 3inch LCRX in 9mm

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still wish it was a 6-rounder....

https://ruger.com/products/lcrx/specSheets/5445.html

[Delkal]

What is the deal with the overly thick frame? Is it plastic?

Doesn't look right so hard pass. Why is this better than a compact 38?

[Delkal]

The grip is polymer (same as 90% of semi autos) and the cylinder housing is alloy and there is a stainless steel barrel that is surrounded by the polymer... it is light than any other 3inch revolver and extremely durable.

Let me guess, 1911s are your thing?

Yes, And I also have a thing for S&W revolvers.

Why bother with this bulky pistol when you can get a J framed revolver with a 3 inch barrel that weighs the same and not about an inch less tall? In 357 Magnum! And if you don't mind a shorter barrel you can get one in a .38 that is even more compact and probably 1/2 a pound lighter.

[Delkal]

Oh. And I also have a thing for Rugers. Love my Blackhawk, Mark II pistol, 1st generation Bearcat, and my 10/22.

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I think that maybe the point of this revolver design is lost on some people...

It is monolithic frame made from 400-series stainless steel integrated with a polymer fire control housing which reduces weight significantly and helps reduce recoil
Also the cylinder is high-strength stainless with a PVD finish for durability and fluted to reduce weight.

Is it a 'show piece'? No, it's a kit gun. People say that revolvers can be neglected but that isn't true of the type you guys are talking about...
Nickel finishes and bluing need oil and care in storing or else they pit etc. This doesnt need any of that. It can live in a bag or you can take it fishing/ hiking etc without concern.

I actually like the looks - I also like my high polish nickel plated pietta birdshead SA but this is different and intended to be different.

I also like it in 9mm because it is fun to shoot and everywhere (at the moment) and you can still run it with or without moonclips (poke out empties with a pen).

Again the only thing I dislike is that it is not 6 or even 7 rounds; I am still waiting for the ultimate revolver for me personally, which would be a Taurus 692 convertible ULTRALITE.

[Ronin]

I think that maybe the point of this revolver design is lost on some people...

It is monolithic frame made from 400-series stainless steel integrated with a polymer fire control housing which reduces weight significantly and helps reduce recoil
Also the cylinder is high-strength stainless with a PVD finish for durability and fluted to reduce weight.

Is it a 'show piece'? No, it's a kit gun. People say that revolvers can be neglected but that isn't true of the type you guys are talking about...
Nickel finishes and bluing need oil and care in storing or else they pit etc. This doesnt need any of that. It can live in a bag or you can take it fishing/ hiking etc without concern.

I actually like the looks - I also like my high polish nickel plated pietta birdshead SA but this is different and intended to be different.

I also like it in 9mm because it is fun to shoot and everywhere (at the moment) and you can still run it with or without moonclips (poke out empties with a pen).

Again the only thing I dislike is that it is not 6 or even 7 rounds; I am still waiting for the ultimate revolver for me personally, which would be a Taurus 692 convertible ULTRALITE.

This is why I went with the LCR in .327 Mag. Six shots, and I can run anything from 32 ACP to 32 S&W Short or Long, to 32 H&R Mag, and .327 Mag. Now if I could only find a 7-shot GP100 in .327 Mag, I'd be a happy man.