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May 17th, 2024, 09:43 PM #1
ruger finally releases the 3inch LCRX in 9mm
still wish it was a 6-rounder....
https://ruger.com/products/lcrx/specSheets/5445.html
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May 17th, 2024, 10:01 PM #2Grand Member
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Re: ruger finally releases the 3inch LCRX in 9mm
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?
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May 19th, 2024, 12:47 PM #3Grand Member
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Re: ruger finally releases the 3inch LCRX in 9mm
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.
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May 19th, 2024, 03:26 PM #4Grand Member
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Re: ruger finally releases the 3inch LCRX in 9mm
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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May 20th, 2024, 09:10 AM #5
Re: ruger finally releases the 3inch LCRX in 9mm
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.
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May 20th, 2024, 12:51 PM #6
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May 21st, 2024, 12:05 PM #7
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May 21st, 2024, 12:31 PM #8
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May 21st, 2024, 12:51 PM #9
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May 21st, 2024, 01:21 PM #10
Re: ruger finally releases the 3inch LCRX in 9mm
In this case, someone needs to get their heart checked, because their brain isn't getting enough oxygen.
I've been watching the market for .327 Mag GP100s for a few months. There have been six or seven on GB recently. That 4" you mentioned was listed at the same time as a 6" by the same guy. I told my wife that no one was going bid on the 6" at $1600+. Boy was I wrong; that thing went for stupid money. The 4" ended with no bids. Guess the guy relisted it. 4" versions have consistently gone for $1100-1200 in the past three weeks. No way I'm paying that for a a basic GP100, no matter what the caliber may be. A .357 mag GP100 can be had for $600. I was willing to go a little more for the Lipsey's version because those are rarer and nicer than the basic stainless GP100s. I have one in 10mm and it's one of my favorites. But I'm not spending $1400 for one.
I'm patient. I will wait an eternity to find the right deal. My hope is with S&W and Taurus adding .32 H&R and .327 mag offering to their catalogs that Ruger will bring back the GP100 in .327. We'll see how that works out.
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