These new Ruger handguns represents, if not a quantum leap, then certainly a major step. It is an entirely new approach to small revolver design that doesn\u2019t merely hang its hat on a single, radically new design element. Ruger considered virtually every major component, and those components that haven\u2019t been radically redesigned are nonetheless state-of-the-art. Ruger handguns didn\u2019t integrate one new thing into an existing platform; instead Ruger handguns created several new things and integrated them all into something that was not only workable, but high performing. Ruger handguns represent firearms alchemy, pure and simple.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Ruger LCP .380 ACP & LCR .38 SPL +P Review","post_excerpt":"We test the game changing Ruger LCp .380 acp and RUGER LCr .38 spl +p.\r\n","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"pocket-packin-pistols","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 23:08:02","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 03:08:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2010\/03\/11\/pocket-packin-pistols\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":160066,"post_author":"481","post_date":"2010-02-07 11:44:27","post_date_gmt":"2010-02-07 17:44:27","post_content":"\r\n\r\nSince their first appearance over 50 years ago, Smith & Wesson\u2019s J-frame series has continued to be popular with nearly the whole spectrum of shooters. Men, women and even kids who are being taught to shoot by their parents have long cherished the J-frame. It is also popular with undercover and uniformed police officers who rely upon it as both a primary and back-up gun.\r\n\r\n![\"snubbie2\"](\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/12\/snubbie2.jpg\" "\\"snubbie2\\"")
Much of its popularity is due to its lightweight and diminutive size, which allows it to be easily concealed and carried with minimum discomfort. However, these same characteristics also make it a tough gun to shoot well, particularly under stress. This notwithstanding, the J-frame is still one of the best-selling revolvers of our time.\r\n\r\nM637 Details<\/strong>\r\nThe latest of the series is the M637, a nice update of the venerable Chief\u2019s Special S&W that was so popular decades ago. This well-conceived and well-executed little snubbie sports nicely shaped rubber stocks, aiding in weapon control and has an eye-pleasing satin finish. All in all, the M637 can be regarded as being one of the nicer .38 Special snubbies ever made.","post_title":"Maximized .38 SPL Snubbie | .38 Special Snub Nose Revolvers","post_excerpt":"Getting the most stopping power out of your Smith & Wesson J-frame!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"maximized-38-spl-snubbie","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-11-07 16:10:11","post_modified_gmt":"2024-11-07 21:10:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2010\/02\/07\/maximized-38-spl-snubbie\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":2},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
The gun shoots like a bigger, heavier gun. One has to remember that it weighs only 13.5 ounces. It looks and handles larger. Felt recoil is moderate\u2014you\u2019ll know it went off, particularly with +P ammo, but it\u2019s controllable. Standard pressure loads are easily digested and seem within the handling capabilities of even the most novice shooter. Accuracy was more than satisfactory for its intended role as a close quarters personal protection gun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The gun shoots like a bigger, heavier gun. One has to remember that it weighs only 13.5 ounces. It looks and handles larger. Felt recoil is moderate\u2014you\u2019ll know it went off, particularly with +P ammo, but it\u2019s controllable. Standard pressure loads are easily digested and seem within the handling capabilities of even the most novice shooter. Accuracy was more than satisfactory for its intended role as a close quarters personal protection gun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The gun shoots like a bigger, heavier gun. One has to remember that it weighs only 13.5 ounces. It looks and handles larger. Felt recoil is moderate\u2014you\u2019ll know it went off, particularly with +P ammo, but it\u2019s controllable. Standard pressure loads are easily digested and seem within the handling capabilities of even the most novice shooter. Accuracy was more than satisfactory for its intended role as a close quarters personal protection gun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The stock unit, which works well with the rear notch and breaks up glare, can easily be replaced with a colored ramp, a fiber optic unit, a tritium dot or whatever else the end user wants. While it took some shooters a moment or two to wrap their minds around the plastic grip frame and skeletonized cylinder, it didn\u2019t take anyone long to wrap their minds or mitts around the grips. The Hogue Tamer grips that come as one option with the LCR (the other is Crimson Trace LaserGrips) were universally lauded. These are short but hand-filling neoprene grips with finger grooves and palm swells. And there\u2019s a little recoil-absorbing pad positioned just under the web of the shooter\u2019s hand. The one-piece frame is made from a 7000 series aluminum alloy forging that has what is termed a \u201csynergistic\u201d black hardcoat, which the company says is markedly superior to anodizing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The gun shoots like a bigger, heavier gun. One has to remember that it weighs only 13.5 ounces. It looks and handles larger. Felt recoil is moderate\u2014you\u2019ll know it went off, particularly with +P ammo, but it\u2019s controllable. Standard pressure loads are easily digested and seem within the handling capabilities of even the most novice shooter. Accuracy was more than satisfactory for its intended role as a close quarters personal protection gun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The polymer grip frame extends to form a humpbacked back strap reminiscent of the S&W Bodyguard, but without the Bodyguard\u2019s cockable hammer spur. The purpose of the rounded contour is obvious \u2013 snag resistance when the gun is drawn from concealment. The lower grip frame that houses the fire-control components is clean and compact with all the working parts tightly, securely nestled together. If one item competes for attention with the grip frame when you first see the LCR, it is the cylinder. The LCR\u2019s cylinder is virtually skeletonized with the contours of the individual chambers plainly apparent. It seems Ruger\u2019s has recognized and exploited the advances made in the quality of modern steel, as it\u2019s no longer necessary to have a lot of mass in a cylinder. And while sights on many small carry guns are completely neglected, Ruger took the time and trouble to equip the LCR with a pinned, serrated, ramp-up front.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The stock unit, which works well with the rear notch and breaks up glare, can easily be replaced with a colored ramp, a fiber optic unit, a tritium dot or whatever else the end user wants. While it took some shooters a moment or two to wrap their minds around the plastic grip frame and skeletonized cylinder, it didn\u2019t take anyone long to wrap their minds or mitts around the grips. The Hogue Tamer grips that come as one option with the LCR (the other is Crimson Trace LaserGrips) were universally lauded. These are short but hand-filling neoprene grips with finger grooves and palm swells. And there\u2019s a little recoil-absorbing pad positioned just under the web of the shooter\u2019s hand. The one-piece frame is made from a 7000 series aluminum alloy forging that has what is termed a \u201csynergistic\u201d black hardcoat, which the company says is markedly superior to anodizing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The gun shoots like a bigger, heavier gun. One has to remember that it weighs only 13.5 ounces. It looks and handles larger. Felt recoil is moderate\u2014you\u2019ll know it went off, particularly with +P ammo, but it\u2019s controllable. Standard pressure loads are easily digested and seem within the handling capabilities of even the most novice shooter. Accuracy was more than satisfactory for its intended role as a close quarters personal protection gun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Those virtues cannot be over-emphasized in a gun that is intended to be carried everyday. As newly armed citizens quickly learn, anything that shaves weight off of a carry gun without compromising the gun\u2019s reliability and shooting characteristics is to be appreciated. And low maintenance is a huge plus in a gun that\u2019s going to get a lot of mileage yet has to be ready at a moment\u2019s notice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The polymer grip frame extends to form a humpbacked back strap reminiscent of the S&W Bodyguard, but without the Bodyguard\u2019s cockable hammer spur. The purpose of the rounded contour is obvious \u2013 snag resistance when the gun is drawn from concealment. The lower grip frame that houses the fire-control components is clean and compact with all the working parts tightly, securely nestled together. If one item competes for attention with the grip frame when you first see the LCR, it is the cylinder. The LCR\u2019s cylinder is virtually skeletonized with the contours of the individual chambers plainly apparent. It seems Ruger\u2019s has recognized and exploited the advances made in the quality of modern steel, as it\u2019s no longer necessary to have a lot of mass in a cylinder. And while sights on many small carry guns are completely neglected, Ruger took the time and trouble to equip the LCR with a pinned, serrated, ramp-up front.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The stock unit, which works well with the rear notch and breaks up glare, can easily be replaced with a colored ramp, a fiber optic unit, a tritium dot or whatever else the end user wants. While it took some shooters a moment or two to wrap their minds around the plastic grip frame and skeletonized cylinder, it didn\u2019t take anyone long to wrap their minds or mitts around the grips. The Hogue Tamer grips that come as one option with the LCR (the other is Crimson Trace LaserGrips) were universally lauded. These are short but hand-filling neoprene grips with finger grooves and palm swells. And there\u2019s a little recoil-absorbing pad positioned just under the web of the shooter\u2019s hand. The one-piece frame is made from a 7000 series aluminum alloy forging that has what is termed a \u201csynergistic\u201d black hardcoat, which the company says is markedly superior to anodizing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The gun shoots like a bigger, heavier gun. One has to remember that it weighs only 13.5 ounces. It looks and handles larger. Felt recoil is moderate\u2014you\u2019ll know it went off, particularly with +P ammo, but it\u2019s controllable. Standard pressure loads are easily digested and seem within the handling capabilities of even the most novice shooter. Accuracy was more than satisfactory for its intended role as a close quarters personal protection gun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The \u201cR\u201d in LCR stands for revolver, but it could just as easily stand for revolution or revelation. The big news is that Ruger has brought polymer to the revolver market. More than 20 years have passed since Glock stood the semi-auto market on its collective ear with a polymer frame pistol, yet it took all this time for a gunmaker to bring the material to revolvers. In the case of the LCR (Lightweight Compact Revolver), Ruger has created a polymer grip frame that houses the steel fire-control components and mates to an aluminum alloy frame that contains the steel cylinder and barrel, and titanium locking parts. While it is definitely drawing attention, polymer brings the same virtues to the revolver that it brought to pistols. It is lightweight, rustproof, self-lubricating, immune to environmental factors, durable and easy to mold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Those virtues cannot be over-emphasized in a gun that is intended to be carried everyday. As newly armed citizens quickly learn, anything that shaves weight off of a carry gun without compromising the gun\u2019s reliability and shooting characteristics is to be appreciated. And low maintenance is a huge plus in a gun that\u2019s going to get a lot of mileage yet has to be ready at a moment\u2019s notice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The polymer grip frame extends to form a humpbacked back strap reminiscent of the S&W Bodyguard, but without the Bodyguard\u2019s cockable hammer spur. The purpose of the rounded contour is obvious \u2013 snag resistance when the gun is drawn from concealment. The lower grip frame that houses the fire-control components is clean and compact with all the working parts tightly, securely nestled together. If one item competes for attention with the grip frame when you first see the LCR, it is the cylinder. The LCR\u2019s cylinder is virtually skeletonized with the contours of the individual chambers plainly apparent. It seems Ruger\u2019s has recognized and exploited the advances made in the quality of modern steel, as it\u2019s no longer necessary to have a lot of mass in a cylinder. And while sights on many small carry guns are completely neglected, Ruger took the time and trouble to equip the LCR with a pinned, serrated, ramp-up front.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The stock unit, which works well with the rear notch and breaks up glare, can easily be replaced with a colored ramp, a fiber optic unit, a tritium dot or whatever else the end user wants. While it took some shooters a moment or two to wrap their minds around the plastic grip frame and skeletonized cylinder, it didn\u2019t take anyone long to wrap their minds or mitts around the grips. The Hogue Tamer grips that come as one option with the LCR (the other is Crimson Trace LaserGrips) were universally lauded. These are short but hand-filling neoprene grips with finger grooves and palm swells. And there\u2019s a little recoil-absorbing pad positioned just under the web of the shooter\u2019s hand. The one-piece frame is made from a 7000 series aluminum alloy forging that has what is termed a \u201csynergistic\u201d black hardcoat, which the company says is markedly superior to anodizing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The gun shoots like a bigger, heavier gun. One has to remember that it weighs only 13.5 ounces. It looks and handles larger. Felt recoil is moderate\u2014you\u2019ll know it went off, particularly with +P ammo, but it\u2019s controllable. Standard pressure loads are easily digested and seem within the handling capabilities of even the most novice shooter. Accuracy was more than satisfactory for its intended role as a close quarters personal protection gun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The \u201cR\u201d in LCR stands for revolver, but it could just as easily stand for revolution or revelation. The big news is that Ruger has brought polymer to the revolver market. More than 20 years have passed since Glock stood the semi-auto market on its collective ear with a polymer frame pistol, yet it took all this time for a gunmaker to bring the material to revolvers. In the case of the LCR (Lightweight Compact Revolver), Ruger has created a polymer grip frame that houses the steel fire-control components and mates to an aluminum alloy frame that contains the steel cylinder and barrel, and titanium locking parts. While it is definitely drawing attention, polymer brings the same virtues to the revolver that it brought to pistols. It is lightweight, rustproof, self-lubricating, immune to environmental factors, durable and easy to mold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Those virtues cannot be over-emphasized in a gun that is intended to be carried everyday. As newly armed citizens quickly learn, anything that shaves weight off of a carry gun without compromising the gun\u2019s reliability and shooting characteristics is to be appreciated. And low maintenance is a huge plus in a gun that\u2019s going to get a lot of mileage yet has to be ready at a moment\u2019s notice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The polymer grip frame extends to form a humpbacked back strap reminiscent of the S&W Bodyguard, but without the Bodyguard\u2019s cockable hammer spur. The purpose of the rounded contour is obvious \u2013 snag resistance when the gun is drawn from concealment. The lower grip frame that houses the fire-control components is clean and compact with all the working parts tightly, securely nestled together. If one item competes for attention with the grip frame when you first see the LCR, it is the cylinder. The LCR\u2019s cylinder is virtually skeletonized with the contours of the individual chambers plainly apparent. It seems Ruger\u2019s has recognized and exploited the advances made in the quality of modern steel, as it\u2019s no longer necessary to have a lot of mass in a cylinder. And while sights on many small carry guns are completely neglected, Ruger took the time and trouble to equip the LCR with a pinned, serrated, ramp-up front.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The stock unit, which works well with the rear notch and breaks up glare, can easily be replaced with a colored ramp, a fiber optic unit, a tritium dot or whatever else the end user wants. While it took some shooters a moment or two to wrap their minds around the plastic grip frame and skeletonized cylinder, it didn\u2019t take anyone long to wrap their minds or mitts around the grips. The Hogue Tamer grips that come as one option with the LCR (the other is Crimson Trace LaserGrips) were universally lauded. These are short but hand-filling neoprene grips with finger grooves and palm swells. And there\u2019s a little recoil-absorbing pad positioned just under the web of the shooter\u2019s hand. The one-piece frame is made from a 7000 series aluminum alloy forging that has what is termed a \u201csynergistic\u201d black hardcoat, which the company says is markedly superior to anodizing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The gun shoots like a bigger, heavier gun. One has to remember that it weighs only 13.5 ounces. It looks and handles larger. Felt recoil is moderate\u2014you\u2019ll know it went off, particularly with +P ammo, but it\u2019s controllable. Standard pressure loads are easily digested and seem within the handling capabilities of even the most novice shooter. Accuracy was more than satisfactory for its intended role as a close quarters personal protection gun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The \u201cR\u201d in LCR stands for revolver, but it could just as easily stand for revolution or revelation. The big news is that Ruger has brought polymer to the revolver market. More than 20 years have passed since Glock stood the semi-auto market on its collective ear with a polymer frame pistol, yet it took all this time for a gunmaker to bring the material to revolvers. In the case of the LCR (Lightweight Compact Revolver), Ruger has created a polymer grip frame that houses the steel fire-control components and mates to an aluminum alloy frame that contains the steel cylinder and barrel, and titanium locking parts. While it is definitely drawing attention, polymer brings the same virtues to the revolver that it brought to pistols. It is lightweight, rustproof, self-lubricating, immune to environmental factors, durable and easy to mold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Those virtues cannot be over-emphasized in a gun that is intended to be carried everyday. As newly armed citizens quickly learn, anything that shaves weight off of a carry gun without compromising the gun\u2019s reliability and shooting characteristics is to be appreciated. And low maintenance is a huge plus in a gun that\u2019s going to get a lot of mileage yet has to be ready at a moment\u2019s notice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The polymer grip frame extends to form a humpbacked back strap reminiscent of the S&W Bodyguard, but without the Bodyguard\u2019s cockable hammer spur. The purpose of the rounded contour is obvious \u2013 snag resistance when the gun is drawn from concealment. The lower grip frame that houses the fire-control components is clean and compact with all the working parts tightly, securely nestled together. If one item competes for attention with the grip frame when you first see the LCR, it is the cylinder. The LCR\u2019s cylinder is virtually skeletonized with the contours of the individual chambers plainly apparent. It seems Ruger\u2019s has recognized and exploited the advances made in the quality of modern steel, as it\u2019s no longer necessary to have a lot of mass in a cylinder. And while sights on many small carry guns are completely neglected, Ruger took the time and trouble to equip the LCR with a pinned, serrated, ramp-up front.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The stock unit, which works well with the rear notch and breaks up glare, can easily be replaced with a colored ramp, a fiber optic unit, a tritium dot or whatever else the end user wants. While it took some shooters a moment or two to wrap their minds around the plastic grip frame and skeletonized cylinder, it didn\u2019t take anyone long to wrap their minds or mitts around the grips. The Hogue Tamer grips that come as one option with the LCR (the other is Crimson Trace LaserGrips) were universally lauded. These are short but hand-filling neoprene grips with finger grooves and palm swells. And there\u2019s a little recoil-absorbing pad positioned just under the web of the shooter\u2019s hand. The one-piece frame is made from a 7000 series aluminum alloy forging that has what is termed a \u201csynergistic\u201d black hardcoat, which the company says is markedly superior to anodizing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The gun shoots like a bigger, heavier gun. One has to remember that it weighs only 13.5 ounces. It looks and handles larger. Felt recoil is moderate\u2014you\u2019ll know it went off, particularly with +P ammo, but it\u2019s controllable. Standard pressure loads are easily digested and seem within the handling capabilities of even the most novice shooter. Accuracy was more than satisfactory for its intended role as a close quarters personal protection gun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When Ruger announced it was going full bore into the small carry revolver market, the news was initially met with a shrug. S&W had the best hardware, Taurus had the best price point. What was Ruger going to do, offer something in between? We\u2019re talking about the age-old snub-nose wheelgun. How much room for innovation is there? A lot, apparently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The \u201cR\u201d in LCR stands for revolver, but it could just as easily stand for revolution or revelation. The big news is that Ruger has brought polymer to the revolver market. More than 20 years have passed since Glock stood the semi-auto market on its collective ear with a polymer frame pistol, yet it took all this time for a gunmaker to bring the material to revolvers. In the case of the LCR (Lightweight Compact Revolver), Ruger has created a polymer grip frame that houses the steel fire-control components and mates to an aluminum alloy frame that contains the steel cylinder and barrel, and titanium locking parts. While it is definitely drawing attention, polymer brings the same virtues to the revolver that it brought to pistols. It is lightweight, rustproof, self-lubricating, immune to environmental factors, durable and easy to mold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Those virtues cannot be over-emphasized in a gun that is intended to be carried everyday. As newly armed citizens quickly learn, anything that shaves weight off of a carry gun without compromising the gun\u2019s reliability and shooting characteristics is to be appreciated. And low maintenance is a huge plus in a gun that\u2019s going to get a lot of mileage yet has to be ready at a moment\u2019s notice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The polymer grip frame extends to form a humpbacked back strap reminiscent of the S&W Bodyguard, but without the Bodyguard\u2019s cockable hammer spur. The purpose of the rounded contour is obvious \u2013 snag resistance when the gun is drawn from concealment. The lower grip frame that houses the fire-control components is clean and compact with all the working parts tightly, securely nestled together. If one item competes for attention with the grip frame when you first see the LCR, it is the cylinder. The LCR\u2019s cylinder is virtually skeletonized with the contours of the individual chambers plainly apparent. It seems Ruger\u2019s has recognized and exploited the advances made in the quality of modern steel, as it\u2019s no longer necessary to have a lot of mass in a cylinder. And while sights on many small carry guns are completely neglected, Ruger took the time and trouble to equip the LCR with a pinned, serrated, ramp-up front.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The stock unit, which works well with the rear notch and breaks up glare, can easily be replaced with a colored ramp, a fiber optic unit, a tritium dot or whatever else the end user wants. While it took some shooters a moment or two to wrap their minds around the plastic grip frame and skeletonized cylinder, it didn\u2019t take anyone long to wrap their minds or mitts around the grips. The Hogue Tamer grips that come as one option with the LCR (the other is Crimson Trace LaserGrips) were universally lauded. These are short but hand-filling neoprene grips with finger grooves and palm swells. And there\u2019s a little recoil-absorbing pad positioned just under the web of the shooter\u2019s hand. The one-piece frame is made from a 7000 series aluminum alloy forging that has what is termed a \u201csynergistic\u201d black hardcoat, which the company says is markedly superior to anodizing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The gun shoots like a bigger, heavier gun. One has to remember that it weighs only 13.5 ounces. It looks and handles larger. Felt recoil is moderate\u2014you\u2019ll know it went off, particularly with +P ammo, but it\u2019s controllable. Standard pressure loads are easily digested and seem within the handling capabilities of even the most novice shooter. Accuracy was more than satisfactory for its intended role as a close quarters personal protection gun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The first Ruger LCR revolver to emerge off of the factory production line was pointed squarely at the venerable Smith & Wesson J-frame revolver. The small frame revolver has remained a fixture of the handgun market. With new gun owners exercising their right to carry, the appeal of the revolver\u2019s simplicity and reliability may be more significant than ever.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When Ruger announced it was going full bore into the small carry revolver market, the news was initially met with a shrug. S&W had the best hardware, Taurus had the best price point. What was Ruger going to do, offer something in between? We\u2019re talking about the age-old snub-nose wheelgun. How much room for innovation is there? A lot, apparently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The \u201cR\u201d in LCR stands for revolver, but it could just as easily stand for revolution or revelation. The big news is that Ruger has brought polymer to the revolver market. More than 20 years have passed since Glock stood the semi-auto market on its collective ear with a polymer frame pistol, yet it took all this time for a gunmaker to bring the material to revolvers. In the case of the LCR (Lightweight Compact Revolver), Ruger has created a polymer grip frame that houses the steel fire-control components and mates to an aluminum alloy frame that contains the steel cylinder and barrel, and titanium locking parts. While it is definitely drawing attention, polymer brings the same virtues to the revolver that it brought to pistols. It is lightweight, rustproof, self-lubricating, immune to environmental factors, durable and easy to mold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Those virtues cannot be over-emphasized in a gun that is intended to be carried everyday. As newly armed citizens quickly learn, anything that shaves weight off of a carry gun without compromising the gun\u2019s reliability and shooting characteristics is to be appreciated. And low maintenance is a huge plus in a gun that\u2019s going to get a lot of mileage yet has to be ready at a moment\u2019s notice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The polymer grip frame extends to form a humpbacked back strap reminiscent of the S&W Bodyguard, but without the Bodyguard\u2019s cockable hammer spur. The purpose of the rounded contour is obvious \u2013 snag resistance when the gun is drawn from concealment. The lower grip frame that houses the fire-control components is clean and compact with all the working parts tightly, securely nestled together. If one item competes for attention with the grip frame when you first see the LCR, it is the cylinder. The LCR\u2019s cylinder is virtually skeletonized with the contours of the individual chambers plainly apparent. It seems Ruger\u2019s has recognized and exploited the advances made in the quality of modern steel, as it\u2019s no longer necessary to have a lot of mass in a cylinder. And while sights on many small carry guns are completely neglected, Ruger took the time and trouble to equip the LCR with a pinned, serrated, ramp-up front.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The stock unit, which works well with the rear notch and breaks up glare, can easily be replaced with a colored ramp, a fiber optic unit, a tritium dot or whatever else the end user wants. While it took some shooters a moment or two to wrap their minds around the plastic grip frame and skeletonized cylinder, it didn\u2019t take anyone long to wrap their minds or mitts around the grips. The Hogue Tamer grips that come as one option with the LCR (the other is Crimson Trace LaserGrips) were universally lauded. These are short but hand-filling neoprene grips with finger grooves and palm swells. And there\u2019s a little recoil-absorbing pad positioned just under the web of the shooter\u2019s hand. The one-piece frame is made from a 7000 series aluminum alloy forging that has what is termed a \u201csynergistic\u201d black hardcoat, which the company says is markedly superior to anodizing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The gun shoots like a bigger, heavier gun. One has to remember that it weighs only 13.5 ounces. It looks and handles larger. Felt recoil is moderate\u2014you\u2019ll know it went off, particularly with +P ammo, but it\u2019s controllable. Standard pressure loads are easily digested and seem within the handling capabilities of even the most novice shooter. Accuracy was more than satisfactory for its intended role as a close quarters personal protection gun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The first Ruger LCR revolver to emerge off of the factory production line was pointed squarely at the venerable Smith & Wesson J-frame revolver. The small frame revolver has remained a fixture of the handgun market. With new gun owners exercising their right to carry, the appeal of the revolver\u2019s simplicity and reliability may be more significant than ever.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When Ruger announced it was going full bore into the small carry revolver market, the news was initially met with a shrug. S&W had the best hardware, Taurus had the best price point. What was Ruger going to do, offer something in between? We\u2019re talking about the age-old snub-nose wheelgun. How much room for innovation is there? A lot, apparently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The \u201cR\u201d in LCR stands for revolver, but it could just as easily stand for revolution or revelation. The big news is that Ruger has brought polymer to the revolver market. More than 20 years have passed since Glock stood the semi-auto market on its collective ear with a polymer frame pistol, yet it took all this time for a gunmaker to bring the material to revolvers. In the case of the LCR (Lightweight Compact Revolver), Ruger has created a polymer grip frame that houses the steel fire-control components and mates to an aluminum alloy frame that contains the steel cylinder and barrel, and titanium locking parts. While it is definitely drawing attention, polymer brings the same virtues to the revolver that it brought to pistols. It is lightweight, rustproof, self-lubricating, immune to environmental factors, durable and easy to mold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Those virtues cannot be over-emphasized in a gun that is intended to be carried everyday. As newly armed citizens quickly learn, anything that shaves weight off of a carry gun without compromising the gun\u2019s reliability and shooting characteristics is to be appreciated. And low maintenance is a huge plus in a gun that\u2019s going to get a lot of mileage yet has to be ready at a moment\u2019s notice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The polymer grip frame extends to form a humpbacked back strap reminiscent of the S&W Bodyguard, but without the Bodyguard\u2019s cockable hammer spur. The purpose of the rounded contour is obvious \u2013 snag resistance when the gun is drawn from concealment. The lower grip frame that houses the fire-control components is clean and compact with all the working parts tightly, securely nestled together. If one item competes for attention with the grip frame when you first see the LCR, it is the cylinder. The LCR\u2019s cylinder is virtually skeletonized with the contours of the individual chambers plainly apparent. It seems Ruger\u2019s has recognized and exploited the advances made in the quality of modern steel, as it\u2019s no longer necessary to have a lot of mass in a cylinder. And while sights on many small carry guns are completely neglected, Ruger took the time and trouble to equip the LCR with a pinned, serrated, ramp-up front.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The stock unit, which works well with the rear notch and breaks up glare, can easily be replaced with a colored ramp, a fiber optic unit, a tritium dot or whatever else the end user wants. While it took some shooters a moment or two to wrap their minds around the plastic grip frame and skeletonized cylinder, it didn\u2019t take anyone long to wrap their minds or mitts around the grips. The Hogue Tamer grips that come as one option with the LCR (the other is Crimson Trace LaserGrips) were universally lauded. These are short but hand-filling neoprene grips with finger grooves and palm swells. And there\u2019s a little recoil-absorbing pad positioned just under the web of the shooter\u2019s hand. The one-piece frame is made from a 7000 series aluminum alloy forging that has what is termed a \u201csynergistic\u201d black hardcoat, which the company says is markedly superior to anodizing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The gun shoots like a bigger, heavier gun. One has to remember that it weighs only 13.5 ounces. It looks and handles larger. Felt recoil is moderate\u2014you\u2019ll know it went off, particularly with +P ammo, but it\u2019s controllable. Standard pressure loads are easily digested and seem within the handling capabilities of even the most novice shooter. Accuracy was more than satisfactory for its intended role as a close quarters personal protection gun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The first Ruger LCR revolver to emerge off of the factory production line was pointed squarely at the venerable Smith & Wesson J-frame revolver. The small frame revolver has remained a fixture of the handgun market. With new gun owners exercising their right to carry, the appeal of the revolver\u2019s simplicity and reliability may be more significant than ever.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When Ruger announced it was going full bore into the small carry revolver market, the news was initially met with a shrug. S&W had the best hardware, Taurus had the best price point. What was Ruger going to do, offer something in between? We\u2019re talking about the age-old snub-nose wheelgun. How much room for innovation is there? A lot, apparently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The \u201cR\u201d in LCR stands for revolver, but it could just as easily stand for revolution or revelation. The big news is that Ruger has brought polymer to the revolver market. More than 20 years have passed since Glock stood the semi-auto market on its collective ear with a polymer frame pistol, yet it took all this time for a gunmaker to bring the material to revolvers. In the case of the LCR (Lightweight Compact Revolver), Ruger has created a polymer grip frame that houses the steel fire-control components and mates to an aluminum alloy frame that contains the steel cylinder and barrel, and titanium locking parts. While it is definitely drawing attention, polymer brings the same virtues to the revolver that it brought to pistols. It is lightweight, rustproof, self-lubricating, immune to environmental factors, durable and easy to mold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Those virtues cannot be over-emphasized in a gun that is intended to be carried everyday. As newly armed citizens quickly learn, anything that shaves weight off of a carry gun without compromising the gun\u2019s reliability and shooting characteristics is to be appreciated. And low maintenance is a huge plus in a gun that\u2019s going to get a lot of mileage yet has to be ready at a moment\u2019s notice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The polymer grip frame extends to form a humpbacked back strap reminiscent of the S&W Bodyguard, but without the Bodyguard\u2019s cockable hammer spur. The purpose of the rounded contour is obvious \u2013 snag resistance when the gun is drawn from concealment. The lower grip frame that houses the fire-control components is clean and compact with all the working parts tightly, securely nestled together. If one item competes for attention with the grip frame when you first see the LCR, it is the cylinder. The LCR\u2019s cylinder is virtually skeletonized with the contours of the individual chambers plainly apparent. It seems Ruger\u2019s has recognized and exploited the advances made in the quality of modern steel, as it\u2019s no longer necessary to have a lot of mass in a cylinder. And while sights on many small carry guns are completely neglected, Ruger took the time and trouble to equip the LCR with a pinned, serrated, ramp-up front.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The stock unit, which works well with the rear notch and breaks up glare, can easily be replaced with a colored ramp, a fiber optic unit, a tritium dot or whatever else the end user wants. While it took some shooters a moment or two to wrap their minds around the plastic grip frame and skeletonized cylinder, it didn\u2019t take anyone long to wrap their minds or mitts around the grips. The Hogue Tamer grips that come as one option with the LCR (the other is Crimson Trace LaserGrips) were universally lauded. These are short but hand-filling neoprene grips with finger grooves and palm swells. And there\u2019s a little recoil-absorbing pad positioned just under the web of the shooter\u2019s hand. The one-piece frame is made from a 7000 series aluminum alloy forging that has what is termed a \u201csynergistic\u201d black hardcoat, which the company says is markedly superior to anodizing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The gun shoots like a bigger, heavier gun. One has to remember that it weighs only 13.5 ounces. It looks and handles larger. Felt recoil is moderate\u2014you\u2019ll know it went off, particularly with +P ammo, but it\u2019s controllable. Standard pressure loads are easily digested and seem within the handling capabilities of even the most novice shooter. Accuracy was more than satisfactory for its intended role as a close quarters personal protection gun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Where the gun shines is while doing what a carry gun does most \u2013 being carried. Worn with a pocket holster inside a front pants pocket, the gun is hardly noticeable, even under lightweight fabrics. It doesn\u2019t snag clothing, swing into you while you stride along or bulge suspiciously. It\u2019s easy to forget you are carrying it, but reassuring when you remember that you are. With its snag-free profile, simple manual of arms and excellent reliability, the LCP can be brought into action very quickly. And, more importantly, with its size and lightweight it can always be there with you when you need it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The first Ruger LCR revolver to emerge off of the factory production line was pointed squarely at the venerable Smith & Wesson J-frame revolver. The small frame revolver has remained a fixture of the handgun market. With new gun owners exercising their right to carry, the appeal of the revolver\u2019s simplicity and reliability may be more significant than ever.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When Ruger announced it was going full bore into the small carry revolver market, the news was initially met with a shrug. S&W had the best hardware, Taurus had the best price point. What was Ruger going to do, offer something in between? We\u2019re talking about the age-old snub-nose wheelgun. How much room for innovation is there? A lot, apparently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The \u201cR\u201d in LCR stands for revolver, but it could just as easily stand for revolution or revelation. The big news is that Ruger has brought polymer to the revolver market. More than 20 years have passed since Glock stood the semi-auto market on its collective ear with a polymer frame pistol, yet it took all this time for a gunmaker to bring the material to revolvers. In the case of the LCR (Lightweight Compact Revolver), Ruger has created a polymer grip frame that houses the steel fire-control components and mates to an aluminum alloy frame that contains the steel cylinder and barrel, and titanium locking parts. While it is definitely drawing attention, polymer brings the same virtues to the revolver that it brought to pistols. It is lightweight, rustproof, self-lubricating, immune to environmental factors, durable and easy to mold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Those virtues cannot be over-emphasized in a gun that is intended to be carried everyday. As newly armed citizens quickly learn, anything that shaves weight off of a carry gun without compromising the gun\u2019s reliability and shooting characteristics is to be appreciated. And low maintenance is a huge plus in a gun that\u2019s going to get a lot of mileage yet has to be ready at a moment\u2019s notice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The polymer grip frame extends to form a humpbacked back strap reminiscent of the S&W Bodyguard, but without the Bodyguard\u2019s cockable hammer spur. The purpose of the rounded contour is obvious \u2013 snag resistance when the gun is drawn from concealment. The lower grip frame that houses the fire-control components is clean and compact with all the working parts tightly, securely nestled together. If one item competes for attention with the grip frame when you first see the LCR, it is the cylinder. The LCR\u2019s cylinder is virtually skeletonized with the contours of the individual chambers plainly apparent. It seems Ruger\u2019s has recognized and exploited the advances made in the quality of modern steel, as it\u2019s no longer necessary to have a lot of mass in a cylinder. And while sights on many small carry guns are completely neglected, Ruger took the time and trouble to equip the LCR with a pinned, serrated, ramp-up front.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The stock unit, which works well with the rear notch and breaks up glare, can easily be replaced with a colored ramp, a fiber optic unit, a tritium dot or whatever else the end user wants. While it took some shooters a moment or two to wrap their minds around the plastic grip frame and skeletonized cylinder, it didn\u2019t take anyone long to wrap their minds or mitts around the grips. The Hogue Tamer grips that come as one option with the LCR (the other is Crimson Trace LaserGrips) were universally lauded. These are short but hand-filling neoprene grips with finger grooves and palm swells. And there\u2019s a little recoil-absorbing pad positioned just under the web of the shooter\u2019s hand. The one-piece frame is made from a 7000 series aluminum alloy forging that has what is termed a \u201csynergistic\u201d black hardcoat, which the company says is markedly superior to anodizing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The gun shoots like a bigger, heavier gun. One has to remember that it weighs only 13.5 ounces. It looks and handles larger. Felt recoil is moderate\u2014you\u2019ll know it went off, particularly with +P ammo, but it\u2019s controllable. Standard pressure loads are easily digested and seem within the handling capabilities of even the most novice shooter. Accuracy was more than satisfactory for its intended role as a close quarters personal protection gun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Final Notes <\/strong> Where the gun shines is while doing what a carry gun does most \u2013 being carried. Worn with a pocket holster inside a front pants pocket, the gun is hardly noticeable, even under lightweight fabrics. It doesn\u2019t snag clothing, swing into you while you stride along or bulge suspiciously. It\u2019s easy to forget you are carrying it, but reassuring when you remember that you are. With its snag-free profile, simple manual of arms and excellent reliability, the LCP can be brought into action very quickly. And, more importantly, with its size and lightweight it can always be there with you when you need it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The first Ruger LCR revolver to emerge off of the factory production line was pointed squarely at the venerable Smith & Wesson J-frame revolver. The small frame revolver has remained a fixture of the handgun market. With new gun owners exercising their right to carry, the appeal of the revolver\u2019s simplicity and reliability may be more significant than ever.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When Ruger announced it was going full bore into the small carry revolver market, the news was initially met with a shrug. S&W had the best hardware, Taurus had the best price point. What was Ruger going to do, offer something in between? We\u2019re talking about the age-old snub-nose wheelgun. How much room for innovation is there? A lot, apparently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The \u201cR\u201d in LCR stands for revolver, but it could just as easily stand for revolution or revelation. The big news is that Ruger has brought polymer to the revolver market. More than 20 years have passed since Glock stood the semi-auto market on its collective ear with a polymer frame pistol, yet it took all this time for a gunmaker to bring the material to revolvers. In the case of the LCR (Lightweight Compact Revolver), Ruger has created a polymer grip frame that houses the steel fire-control components and mates to an aluminum alloy frame that contains the steel cylinder and barrel, and titanium locking parts. While it is definitely drawing attention, polymer brings the same virtues to the revolver that it brought to pistols. It is lightweight, rustproof, self-lubricating, immune to environmental factors, durable and easy to mold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Those virtues cannot be over-emphasized in a gun that is intended to be carried everyday. As newly armed citizens quickly learn, anything that shaves weight off of a carry gun without compromising the gun\u2019s reliability and shooting characteristics is to be appreciated. And low maintenance is a huge plus in a gun that\u2019s going to get a lot of mileage yet has to be ready at a moment\u2019s notice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The polymer grip frame extends to form a humpbacked back strap reminiscent of the S&W Bodyguard, but without the Bodyguard\u2019s cockable hammer spur. The purpose of the rounded contour is obvious \u2013 snag resistance when the gun is drawn from concealment. The lower grip frame that houses the fire-control components is clean and compact with all the working parts tightly, securely nestled together. If one item competes for attention with the grip frame when you first see the LCR, it is the cylinder. The LCR\u2019s cylinder is virtually skeletonized with the contours of the individual chambers plainly apparent. It seems Ruger\u2019s has recognized and exploited the advances made in the quality of modern steel, as it\u2019s no longer necessary to have a lot of mass in a cylinder. And while sights on many small carry guns are completely neglected, Ruger took the time and trouble to equip the LCR with a pinned, serrated, ramp-up front.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The stock unit, which works well with the rear notch and breaks up glare, can easily be replaced with a colored ramp, a fiber optic unit, a tritium dot or whatever else the end user wants. While it took some shooters a moment or two to wrap their minds around the plastic grip frame and skeletonized cylinder, it didn\u2019t take anyone long to wrap their minds or mitts around the grips. The Hogue Tamer grips that come as one option with the LCR (the other is Crimson Trace LaserGrips) were universally lauded. These are short but hand-filling neoprene grips with finger grooves and palm swells. And there\u2019s a little recoil-absorbing pad positioned just under the web of the shooter\u2019s hand. The one-piece frame is made from a 7000 series aluminum alloy forging that has what is termed a \u201csynergistic\u201d black hardcoat, which the company says is markedly superior to anodizing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The gun shoots like a bigger, heavier gun. One has to remember that it weighs only 13.5 ounces. It looks and handles larger. Felt recoil is moderate\u2014you\u2019ll know it went off, particularly with +P ammo, but it\u2019s controllable. Standard pressure loads are easily digested and seem within the handling capabilities of even the most novice shooter. Accuracy was more than satisfactory for its intended role as a close quarters personal protection gun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Final Notes <\/strong> Where the gun shines is while doing what a carry gun does most \u2013 being carried. Worn with a pocket holster inside a front pants pocket, the gun is hardly noticeable, even under lightweight fabrics. It doesn\u2019t snag clothing, swing into you while you stride along or bulge suspiciously. It\u2019s easy to forget you are carrying it, but reassuring when you remember that you are. With its snag-free profile, simple manual of arms and excellent reliability, the LCP can be brought into action very quickly. And, more importantly, with its size and lightweight it can always be there with you when you need it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The first Ruger LCR revolver to emerge off of the factory production line was pointed squarely at the venerable Smith & Wesson J-frame revolver. The small frame revolver has remained a fixture of the handgun market. With new gun owners exercising their right to carry, the appeal of the revolver\u2019s simplicity and reliability may be more significant than ever.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When Ruger announced it was going full bore into the small carry revolver market, the news was initially met with a shrug. S&W had the best hardware, Taurus had the best price point. What was Ruger going to do, offer something in between? We\u2019re talking about the age-old snub-nose wheelgun. How much room for innovation is there? A lot, apparently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The \u201cR\u201d in LCR stands for revolver, but it could just as easily stand for revolution or revelation. The big news is that Ruger has brought polymer to the revolver market. More than 20 years have passed since Glock stood the semi-auto market on its collective ear with a polymer frame pistol, yet it took all this time for a gunmaker to bring the material to revolvers. In the case of the LCR (Lightweight Compact Revolver), Ruger has created a polymer grip frame that houses the steel fire-control components and mates to an aluminum alloy frame that contains the steel cylinder and barrel, and titanium locking parts. While it is definitely drawing attention, polymer brings the same virtues to the revolver that it brought to pistols. It is lightweight, rustproof, self-lubricating, immune to environmental factors, durable and easy to mold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Those virtues cannot be over-emphasized in a gun that is intended to be carried everyday. As newly armed citizens quickly learn, anything that shaves weight off of a carry gun without compromising the gun\u2019s reliability and shooting characteristics is to be appreciated. And low maintenance is a huge plus in a gun that\u2019s going to get a lot of mileage yet has to be ready at a moment\u2019s notice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The polymer grip frame extends to form a humpbacked back strap reminiscent of the S&W Bodyguard, but without the Bodyguard\u2019s cockable hammer spur. The purpose of the rounded contour is obvious \u2013 snag resistance when the gun is drawn from concealment. The lower grip frame that houses the fire-control components is clean and compact with all the working parts tightly, securely nestled together. If one item competes for attention with the grip frame when you first see the LCR, it is the cylinder. The LCR\u2019s cylinder is virtually skeletonized with the contours of the individual chambers plainly apparent. It seems Ruger\u2019s has recognized and exploited the advances made in the quality of modern steel, as it\u2019s no longer necessary to have a lot of mass in a cylinder. And while sights on many small carry guns are completely neglected, Ruger took the time and trouble to equip the LCR with a pinned, serrated, ramp-up front.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The stock unit, which works well with the rear notch and breaks up glare, can easily be replaced with a colored ramp, a fiber optic unit, a tritium dot or whatever else the end user wants. While it took some shooters a moment or two to wrap their minds around the plastic grip frame and skeletonized cylinder, it didn\u2019t take anyone long to wrap their minds or mitts around the grips. The Hogue Tamer grips that come as one option with the LCR (the other is Crimson Trace LaserGrips) were universally lauded. These are short but hand-filling neoprene grips with finger grooves and palm swells. And there\u2019s a little recoil-absorbing pad positioned just under the web of the shooter\u2019s hand. The one-piece frame is made from a 7000 series aluminum alloy forging that has what is termed a \u201csynergistic\u201d black hardcoat, which the company says is markedly superior to anodizing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The gun shoots like a bigger, heavier gun. One has to remember that it weighs only 13.5 ounces. It looks and handles larger. Felt recoil is moderate\u2014you\u2019ll know it went off, particularly with +P ammo, but it\u2019s controllable. Standard pressure loads are easily digested and seem within the handling capabilities of even the most novice shooter. Accuracy was more than satisfactory for its intended role as a close quarters personal protection gun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Final Notes <\/strong> Where the gun shines is while doing what a carry gun does most \u2013 being carried. Worn with a pocket holster inside a front pants pocket, the gun is hardly noticeable, even under lightweight fabrics. It doesn\u2019t snag clothing, swing into you while you stride along or bulge suspiciously. It\u2019s easy to forget you are carrying it, but reassuring when you remember that you are. With its snag-free profile, simple manual of arms and excellent reliability, the LCP can be brought into action very quickly. And, more importantly, with its size and lightweight it can always be there with you when you need it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The first Ruger LCR revolver to emerge off of the factory production line was pointed squarely at the venerable Smith & Wesson J-frame revolver. The small frame revolver has remained a fixture of the handgun market. With new gun owners exercising their right to carry, the appeal of the revolver\u2019s simplicity and reliability may be more significant than ever.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When Ruger announced it was going full bore into the small carry revolver market, the news was initially met with a shrug. S&W had the best hardware, Taurus had the best price point. What was Ruger going to do, offer something in between? We\u2019re talking about the age-old snub-nose wheelgun. How much room for innovation is there? A lot, apparently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The \u201cR\u201d in LCR stands for revolver, but it could just as easily stand for revolution or revelation. The big news is that Ruger has brought polymer to the revolver market. More than 20 years have passed since Glock stood the semi-auto market on its collective ear with a polymer frame pistol, yet it took all this time for a gunmaker to bring the material to revolvers. In the case of the LCR (Lightweight Compact Revolver), Ruger has created a polymer grip frame that houses the steel fire-control components and mates to an aluminum alloy frame that contains the steel cylinder and barrel, and titanium locking parts. While it is definitely drawing attention, polymer brings the same virtues to the revolver that it brought to pistols. It is lightweight, rustproof, self-lubricating, immune to environmental factors, durable and easy to mold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Those virtues cannot be over-emphasized in a gun that is intended to be carried everyday. As newly armed citizens quickly learn, anything that shaves weight off of a carry gun without compromising the gun\u2019s reliability and shooting characteristics is to be appreciated. And low maintenance is a huge plus in a gun that\u2019s going to get a lot of mileage yet has to be ready at a moment\u2019s notice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The polymer grip frame extends to form a humpbacked back strap reminiscent of the S&W Bodyguard, but without the Bodyguard\u2019s cockable hammer spur. The purpose of the rounded contour is obvious \u2013 snag resistance when the gun is drawn from concealment. The lower grip frame that houses the fire-control components is clean and compact with all the working parts tightly, securely nestled together. If one item competes for attention with the grip frame when you first see the LCR, it is the cylinder. The LCR\u2019s cylinder is virtually skeletonized with the contours of the individual chambers plainly apparent. It seems Ruger\u2019s has recognized and exploited the advances made in the quality of modern steel, as it\u2019s no longer necessary to have a lot of mass in a cylinder. And while sights on many small carry guns are completely neglected, Ruger took the time and trouble to equip the LCR with a pinned, serrated, ramp-up front.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The stock unit, which works well with the rear notch and breaks up glare, can easily be replaced with a colored ramp, a fiber optic unit, a tritium dot or whatever else the end user wants. While it took some shooters a moment or two to wrap their minds around the plastic grip frame and skeletonized cylinder, it didn\u2019t take anyone long to wrap their minds or mitts around the grips. The Hogue Tamer grips that come as one option with the LCR (the other is Crimson Trace LaserGrips) were universally lauded. These are short but hand-filling neoprene grips with finger grooves and palm swells. And there\u2019s a little recoil-absorbing pad positioned just under the web of the shooter\u2019s hand. The one-piece frame is made from a 7000 series aluminum alloy forging that has what is termed a \u201csynergistic\u201d black hardcoat, which the company says is markedly superior to anodizing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The gun shoots like a bigger, heavier gun. One has to remember that it weighs only 13.5 ounces. It looks and handles larger. Felt recoil is moderate\u2014you\u2019ll know it went off, particularly with +P ammo, but it\u2019s controllable. Standard pressure loads are easily digested and seem within the handling capabilities of even the most novice shooter. Accuracy was more than satisfactory for its intended role as a close quarters personal protection gun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If there is a significant flaw to the LCP, it is the sights. Practically speaking, sights may be a non-issue for most people with this gun. For those who really have concerns, Ruger offers a Crimson Trace laser-equipped version with the module mounted to the triggerguard. It\u2019s heavier and more expensive than the standard version, but worth it for those looking to maximize practical accuracy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Final Notes <\/strong> Where the gun shines is while doing what a carry gun does most \u2013 being carried. Worn with a pocket holster inside a front pants pocket, the gun is hardly noticeable, even under lightweight fabrics. It doesn\u2019t snag clothing, swing into you while you stride along or bulge suspiciously. It\u2019s easy to forget you are carrying it, but reassuring when you remember that you are. With its snag-free profile, simple manual of arms and excellent reliability, the LCP can be brought into action very quickly. And, more importantly, with its size and lightweight it can always be there with you when you need it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The first Ruger LCR revolver to emerge off of the factory production line was pointed squarely at the venerable Smith & Wesson J-frame revolver. The small frame revolver has remained a fixture of the handgun market. With new gun owners exercising their right to carry, the appeal of the revolver\u2019s simplicity and reliability may be more significant than ever.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When Ruger announced it was going full bore into the small carry revolver market, the news was initially met with a shrug. S&W had the best hardware, Taurus had the best price point. What was Ruger going to do, offer something in between? We\u2019re talking about the age-old snub-nose wheelgun. How much room for innovation is there? A lot, apparently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The \u201cR\u201d in LCR stands for revolver, but it could just as easily stand for revolution or revelation. The big news is that Ruger has brought polymer to the revolver market. More than 20 years have passed since Glock stood the semi-auto market on its collective ear with a polymer frame pistol, yet it took all this time for a gunmaker to bring the material to revolvers. In the case of the LCR (Lightweight Compact Revolver), Ruger has created a polymer grip frame that houses the steel fire-control components and mates to an aluminum alloy frame that contains the steel cylinder and barrel, and titanium locking parts. While it is definitely drawing attention, polymer brings the same virtues to the revolver that it brought to pistols. It is lightweight, rustproof, self-lubricating, immune to environmental factors, durable and easy to mold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Those virtues cannot be over-emphasized in a gun that is intended to be carried everyday. As newly armed citizens quickly learn, anything that shaves weight off of a carry gun without compromising the gun\u2019s reliability and shooting characteristics is to be appreciated. And low maintenance is a huge plus in a gun that\u2019s going to get a lot of mileage yet has to be ready at a moment\u2019s notice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The polymer grip frame extends to form a humpbacked back strap reminiscent of the S&W Bodyguard, but without the Bodyguard\u2019s cockable hammer spur. The purpose of the rounded contour is obvious \u2013 snag resistance when the gun is drawn from concealment. The lower grip frame that houses the fire-control components is clean and compact with all the working parts tightly, securely nestled together. If one item competes for attention with the grip frame when you first see the LCR, it is the cylinder. The LCR\u2019s cylinder is virtually skeletonized with the contours of the individual chambers plainly apparent. It seems Ruger\u2019s has recognized and exploited the advances made in the quality of modern steel, as it\u2019s no longer necessary to have a lot of mass in a cylinder. And while sights on many small carry guns are completely neglected, Ruger took the time and trouble to equip the LCR with a pinned, serrated, ramp-up front.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The stock unit, which works well with the rear notch and breaks up glare, can easily be replaced with a colored ramp, a fiber optic unit, a tritium dot or whatever else the end user wants. While it took some shooters a moment or two to wrap their minds around the plastic grip frame and skeletonized cylinder, it didn\u2019t take anyone long to wrap their minds or mitts around the grips. The Hogue Tamer grips that come as one option with the LCR (the other is Crimson Trace LaserGrips) were universally lauded. These are short but hand-filling neoprene grips with finger grooves and palm swells. And there\u2019s a little recoil-absorbing pad positioned just under the web of the shooter\u2019s hand. The one-piece frame is made from a 7000 series aluminum alloy forging that has what is termed a \u201csynergistic\u201d black hardcoat, which the company says is markedly superior to anodizing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The gun shoots like a bigger, heavier gun. One has to remember that it weighs only 13.5 ounces. It looks and handles larger. Felt recoil is moderate\u2014you\u2019ll know it went off, particularly with +P ammo, but it\u2019s controllable. Standard pressure loads are easily digested and seem within the handling capabilities of even the most novice shooter. Accuracy was more than satisfactory for its intended role as a close quarters personal protection gun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A viewing port allows the operator to see the case of a chambered cartridge, confirming the gun is ready to rock. That may seem like a small thing, but not having to retract the slide to check the chamber becomes a big thing to those who carry daily. An advantage the Ruger has over similar designs is a manual slide hold-open device. While the slide does not lock back upon the last shot out of the six-round magazine, it can be locked back manually. Although that\u2019s of no tactical advantage, it sure eases matters when making the weapon safe or cleaning it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If there is a significant flaw to the LCP, it is the sights. Practically speaking, sights may be a non-issue for most people with this gun. For those who really have concerns, Ruger offers a Crimson Trace laser-equipped version with the module mounted to the triggerguard. It\u2019s heavier and more expensive than the standard version, but worth it for those looking to maximize practical accuracy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Final Notes <\/strong> Where the gun shines is while doing what a carry gun does most \u2013 being carried. Worn with a pocket holster inside a front pants pocket, the gun is hardly noticeable, even under lightweight fabrics. It doesn\u2019t snag clothing, swing into you while you stride along or bulge suspiciously. It\u2019s easy to forget you are carrying it, but reassuring when you remember that you are. With its snag-free profile, simple manual of arms and excellent reliability, the LCP can be brought into action very quickly. And, more importantly, with its size and lightweight it can always be there with you when you need it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The first Ruger LCR revolver to emerge off of the factory production line was pointed squarely at the venerable Smith & Wesson J-frame revolver. The small frame revolver has remained a fixture of the handgun market. With new gun owners exercising their right to carry, the appeal of the revolver\u2019s simplicity and reliability may be more significant than ever.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When Ruger announced it was going full bore into the small carry revolver market, the news was initially met with a shrug. S&W had the best hardware, Taurus had the best price point. What was Ruger going to do, offer something in between? We\u2019re talking about the age-old snub-nose wheelgun. How much room for innovation is there? A lot, apparently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The \u201cR\u201d in LCR stands for revolver, but it could just as easily stand for revolution or revelation. The big news is that Ruger has brought polymer to the revolver market. More than 20 years have passed since Glock stood the semi-auto market on its collective ear with a polymer frame pistol, yet it took all this time for a gunmaker to bring the material to revolvers. In the case of the LCR (Lightweight Compact Revolver), Ruger has created a polymer grip frame that houses the steel fire-control components and mates to an aluminum alloy frame that contains the steel cylinder and barrel, and titanium locking parts. While it is definitely drawing attention, polymer brings the same virtues to the revolver that it brought to pistols. It is lightweight, rustproof, self-lubricating, immune to environmental factors, durable and easy to mold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Those virtues cannot be over-emphasized in a gun that is intended to be carried everyday. As newly armed citizens quickly learn, anything that shaves weight off of a carry gun without compromising the gun\u2019s reliability and shooting characteristics is to be appreciated. And low maintenance is a huge plus in a gun that\u2019s going to get a lot of mileage yet has to be ready at a moment\u2019s notice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The polymer grip frame extends to form a humpbacked back strap reminiscent of the S&W Bodyguard, but without the Bodyguard\u2019s cockable hammer spur. The purpose of the rounded contour is obvious \u2013 snag resistance when the gun is drawn from concealment. The lower grip frame that houses the fire-control components is clean and compact with all the working parts tightly, securely nestled together. If one item competes for attention with the grip frame when you first see the LCR, it is the cylinder. The LCR\u2019s cylinder is virtually skeletonized with the contours of the individual chambers plainly apparent. It seems Ruger\u2019s has recognized and exploited the advances made in the quality of modern steel, as it\u2019s no longer necessary to have a lot of mass in a cylinder. And while sights on many small carry guns are completely neglected, Ruger took the time and trouble to equip the LCR with a pinned, serrated, ramp-up front.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The stock unit, which works well with the rear notch and breaks up glare, can easily be replaced with a colored ramp, a fiber optic unit, a tritium dot or whatever else the end user wants. While it took some shooters a moment or two to wrap their minds around the plastic grip frame and skeletonized cylinder, it didn\u2019t take anyone long to wrap their minds or mitts around the grips. The Hogue Tamer grips that come as one option with the LCR (the other is Crimson Trace LaserGrips) were universally lauded. These are short but hand-filling neoprene grips with finger grooves and palm swells. And there\u2019s a little recoil-absorbing pad positioned just under the web of the shooter\u2019s hand. The one-piece frame is made from a 7000 series aluminum alloy forging that has what is termed a \u201csynergistic\u201d black hardcoat, which the company says is markedly superior to anodizing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The gun shoots like a bigger, heavier gun. One has to remember that it weighs only 13.5 ounces. It looks and handles larger. Felt recoil is moderate\u2014you\u2019ll know it went off, particularly with +P ammo, but it\u2019s controllable. Standard pressure loads are easily digested and seem within the handling capabilities of even the most novice shooter. Accuracy was more than satisfactory for its intended role as a close quarters personal protection gun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For such a small gun, the LCP\u2019s ergonomics are excellent. It is comfortable and easy to manipulate, even for those with large hands. Additional praiseworthy features include the trigger, loaded chamber indicator and slide hold-open lever. The trigger is unusually good for a DAO (double-action only) pistol. Ours measured 6 pounds, 13 ounces and was smooth, though a little stagy in slow fire. Of course, slow fire is not what this little gun was created for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A viewing port allows the operator to see the case of a chambered cartridge, confirming the gun is ready to rock. That may seem like a small thing, but not having to retract the slide to check the chamber becomes a big thing to those who carry daily. An advantage the Ruger has over similar designs is a manual slide hold-open device. While the slide does not lock back upon the last shot out of the six-round magazine, it can be locked back manually. Although that\u2019s of no tactical advantage, it sure eases matters when making the weapon safe or cleaning it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If there is a significant flaw to the LCP, it is the sights. Practically speaking, sights may be a non-issue for most people with this gun. For those who really have concerns, Ruger offers a Crimson Trace laser-equipped version with the module mounted to the triggerguard. It\u2019s heavier and more expensive than the standard version, but worth it for those looking to maximize practical accuracy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Final Notes <\/strong> Where the gun shines is while doing what a carry gun does most \u2013 being carried. Worn with a pocket holster inside a front pants pocket, the gun is hardly noticeable, even under lightweight fabrics. It doesn\u2019t snag clothing, swing into you while you stride along or bulge suspiciously. It\u2019s easy to forget you are carrying it, but reassuring when you remember that you are. With its snag-free profile, simple manual of arms and excellent reliability, the LCP can be brought into action very quickly. And, more importantly, with its size and lightweight it can always be there with you when you need it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The first Ruger LCR revolver to emerge off of the factory production line was pointed squarely at the venerable Smith & Wesson J-frame revolver. The small frame revolver has remained a fixture of the handgun market. With new gun owners exercising their right to carry, the appeal of the revolver\u2019s simplicity and reliability may be more significant than ever.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When Ruger announced it was going full bore into the small carry revolver market, the news was initially met with a shrug. S&W had the best hardware, Taurus had the best price point. What was Ruger going to do, offer something in between? We\u2019re talking about the age-old snub-nose wheelgun. How much room for innovation is there? A lot, apparently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The \u201cR\u201d in LCR stands for revolver, but it could just as easily stand for revolution or revelation. The big news is that Ruger has brought polymer to the revolver market. More than 20 years have passed since Glock stood the semi-auto market on its collective ear with a polymer frame pistol, yet it took all this time for a gunmaker to bring the material to revolvers. In the case of the LCR (Lightweight Compact Revolver), Ruger has created a polymer grip frame that houses the steel fire-control components and mates to an aluminum alloy frame that contains the steel cylinder and barrel, and titanium locking parts. While it is definitely drawing attention, polymer brings the same virtues to the revolver that it brought to pistols. It is lightweight, rustproof, self-lubricating, immune to environmental factors, durable and easy to mold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Those virtues cannot be over-emphasized in a gun that is intended to be carried everyday. As newly armed citizens quickly learn, anything that shaves weight off of a carry gun without compromising the gun\u2019s reliability and shooting characteristics is to be appreciated. And low maintenance is a huge plus in a gun that\u2019s going to get a lot of mileage yet has to be ready at a moment\u2019s notice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The polymer grip frame extends to form a humpbacked back strap reminiscent of the S&W Bodyguard, but without the Bodyguard\u2019s cockable hammer spur. The purpose of the rounded contour is obvious \u2013 snag resistance when the gun is drawn from concealment. The lower grip frame that houses the fire-control components is clean and compact with all the working parts tightly, securely nestled together. If one item competes for attention with the grip frame when you first see the LCR, it is the cylinder. The LCR\u2019s cylinder is virtually skeletonized with the contours of the individual chambers plainly apparent. It seems Ruger\u2019s has recognized and exploited the advances made in the quality of modern steel, as it\u2019s no longer necessary to have a lot of mass in a cylinder. And while sights on many small carry guns are completely neglected, Ruger took the time and trouble to equip the LCR with a pinned, serrated, ramp-up front.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The stock unit, which works well with the rear notch and breaks up glare, can easily be replaced with a colored ramp, a fiber optic unit, a tritium dot or whatever else the end user wants. While it took some shooters a moment or two to wrap their minds around the plastic grip frame and skeletonized cylinder, it didn\u2019t take anyone long to wrap their minds or mitts around the grips. The Hogue Tamer grips that come as one option with the LCR (the other is Crimson Trace LaserGrips) were universally lauded. These are short but hand-filling neoprene grips with finger grooves and palm swells. And there\u2019s a little recoil-absorbing pad positioned just under the web of the shooter\u2019s hand. The one-piece frame is made from a 7000 series aluminum alloy forging that has what is termed a \u201csynergistic\u201d black hardcoat, which the company says is markedly superior to anodizing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The gun shoots like a bigger, heavier gun. One has to remember that it weighs only 13.5 ounces. It looks and handles larger. Felt recoil is moderate\u2014you\u2019ll know it went off, particularly with +P ammo, but it\u2019s controllable. Standard pressure loads are easily digested and seem within the handling capabilities of even the most novice shooter. Accuracy was more than satisfactory for its intended role as a close quarters personal protection gun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
These new Ruger handguns represents, if not a quantum leap, then certainly a major step. It is an entirely new approach to small revolver design that doesn\u2019t merely hang its hat on a single, radically new design element. Ruger considered virtually every major component, and those components that haven\u2019t been radically redesigned are nonetheless state-of-the-art. Ruger handguns didn\u2019t integrate one new thing into an existing platform; instead Ruger handguns created several new things and integrated them all into something that was not only workable, but high performing. Ruger handguns represent firearms alchemy, pure and simple.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Ruger LCP .380 ACP & LCR .38 SPL +P Review","post_excerpt":"We test the game changing Ruger LCp .380 acp and RUGER LCr .38 spl +p.\r\n","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"pocket-packin-pistols","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 23:08:02","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 03:08:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2010\/03\/11\/pocket-packin-pistols\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":160066,"post_author":"481","post_date":"2010-02-07 11:44:27","post_date_gmt":"2010-02-07 17:44:27","post_content":"\r\n\r\nSince their first appearance over 50 years ago, Smith & Wesson\u2019s J-frame series has continued to be popular with nearly the whole spectrum of shooters. Men, women and even kids who are being taught to shoot by their parents have long cherished the J-frame. It is also popular with undercover and uniformed police officers who rely upon it as both a primary and back-up gun.\r\n\r\nMuch of its popularity is due to its lightweight and diminutive size, which allows it to be easily concealed and carried with minimum discomfort. However, these same characteristics also make it a tough gun to shoot well, particularly under stress. This notwithstanding, the J-frame is still one of the best-selling revolvers of our time.\r\n\r\nM637 Details<\/strong>\r\nThe latest of the series is the M637, a nice update of the venerable Chief\u2019s Special S&W that was so popular decades ago. This well-conceived and well-executed little snubbie sports nicely shaped rubber stocks, aiding in weapon control and has an eye-pleasing satin finish. All in all, the M637 can be regarded as being one of the nicer .38 Special snubbies ever made.","post_title":"Maximized .38 SPL Snubbie | .38 Special Snub Nose Revolvers","post_excerpt":"Getting the most stopping power out of your Smith & Wesson J-frame!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"maximized-38-spl-snubbie","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-11-07 16:10:11","post_modified_gmt":"2024-11-07 21:10:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2010\/02\/07\/maximized-38-spl-snubbie\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":2},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
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The handling of the Ruger handguns were a pleasant surprise. Ergonomics are generally not the strong suit of small frame snubbies. However, this is one of the easiest guns to get used to, and the grips are primarily responsible. An unanticipated advantage of the polymer grip frame is that it promotes a slight muzzle heaviness. This advantageous balance is generally not expected in a gun with a 1.875-inch barrel. The smooth-faced trigger is excellent for a DAO revolver. It feels much lighter than the 10 pounds, 6 ounces ours measures. It is smooth and consistent with virtually no stacking.<\/p>\n\n\n\nFinal Notes<\/strong> on the Ruger Handguns<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
These new Ruger handguns represents, if not a quantum leap, then certainly a major step. It is an entirely new approach to small revolver design that doesn\u2019t merely hang its hat on a single, radically new design element. Ruger considered virtually every major component, and those components that haven\u2019t been radically redesigned are nonetheless state-of-the-art. Ruger handguns didn\u2019t integrate one new thing into an existing platform; instead Ruger handguns created several new things and integrated them all into something that was not only workable, but high performing. Ruger handguns represent firearms alchemy, pure and simple.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Ruger LCP .380 ACP & LCR .38 SPL +P Review","post_excerpt":"We test the game changing Ruger LCp .380 acp and RUGER LCr .38 spl +p.\r\n","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"pocket-packin-pistols","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 23:08:02","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 03:08:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2010\/03\/11\/pocket-packin-pistols\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":160066,"post_author":"481","post_date":"2010-02-07 11:44:27","post_date_gmt":"2010-02-07 17:44:27","post_content":"\r\n\r\nSince their first appearance over 50 years ago, Smith & Wesson\u2019s J-frame series has continued to be popular with nearly the whole spectrum of shooters. Men, women and even kids who are being taught to shoot by their parents have long cherished the J-frame. It is also popular with undercover and uniformed police officers who rely upon it as both a primary and back-up gun.\r\n\r\nMuch of its popularity is due to its lightweight and diminutive size, which allows it to be easily concealed and carried with minimum discomfort. However, these same characteristics also make it a tough gun to shoot well, particularly under stress. This notwithstanding, the J-frame is still one of the best-selling revolvers of our time.\r\n\r\nM637 Details<\/strong>\r\nThe latest of the series is the M637, a nice update of the venerable Chief\u2019s Special S&W that was so popular decades ago. This well-conceived and well-executed little snubbie sports nicely shaped rubber stocks, aiding in weapon control and has an eye-pleasing satin finish. All in all, the M637 can be regarded as being one of the nicer .38 Special snubbies ever made.","post_title":"Maximized .38 SPL Snubbie | .38 Special Snub Nose Revolvers","post_excerpt":"Getting the most stopping power out of your Smith & Wesson J-frame!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"maximized-38-spl-snubbie","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-11-07 16:10:11","post_modified_gmt":"2024-11-07 21:10:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2010\/02\/07\/maximized-38-spl-snubbie\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":2},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
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Range Time<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The handling of the Ruger handguns were a pleasant surprise. Ergonomics are generally not the strong suit of small frame snubbies. However, this is one of the easiest guns to get used to, and the grips are primarily responsible. An unanticipated advantage of the polymer grip frame is that it promotes a slight muzzle heaviness. This advantageous balance is generally not expected in a gun with a 1.875-inch barrel. The smooth-faced trigger is excellent for a DAO revolver. It feels much lighter than the 10 pounds, 6 ounces ours measures. It is smooth and consistent with virtually no stacking.<\/p>\n\n\n\nFinal Notes<\/strong> on the Ruger Handguns<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
These new Ruger handguns represents, if not a quantum leap, then certainly a major step. It is an entirely new approach to small revolver design that doesn\u2019t merely hang its hat on a single, radically new design element. Ruger considered virtually every major component, and those components that haven\u2019t been radically redesigned are nonetheless state-of-the-art. Ruger handguns didn\u2019t integrate one new thing into an existing platform; instead Ruger handguns created several new things and integrated them all into something that was not only workable, but high performing. Ruger handguns represent firearms alchemy, pure and simple.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Ruger LCP .380 ACP & LCR .38 SPL +P Review","post_excerpt":"We test the game changing Ruger LCp .380 acp and RUGER LCr .38 spl +p.\r\n","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"pocket-packin-pistols","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 23:08:02","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 03:08:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2010\/03\/11\/pocket-packin-pistols\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":160066,"post_author":"481","post_date":"2010-02-07 11:44:27","post_date_gmt":"2010-02-07 17:44:27","post_content":"\r\n\r\nSince their first appearance over 50 years ago, Smith & Wesson\u2019s J-frame series has continued to be popular with nearly the whole spectrum of shooters. Men, women and even kids who are being taught to shoot by their parents have long cherished the J-frame. It is also popular with undercover and uniformed police officers who rely upon it as both a primary and back-up gun.\r\n\r\nMuch of its popularity is due to its lightweight and diminutive size, which allows it to be easily concealed and carried with minimum discomfort. However, these same characteristics also make it a tough gun to shoot well, particularly under stress. This notwithstanding, the J-frame is still one of the best-selling revolvers of our time.\r\n\r\nM637 Details<\/strong>\r\nThe latest of the series is the M637, a nice update of the venerable Chief\u2019s Special S&W that was so popular decades ago. This well-conceived and well-executed little snubbie sports nicely shaped rubber stocks, aiding in weapon control and has an eye-pleasing satin finish. All in all, the M637 can be regarded as being one of the nicer .38 Special snubbies ever made.","post_title":"Maximized .38 SPL Snubbie | .38 Special Snub Nose Revolvers","post_excerpt":"Getting the most stopping power out of your Smith & Wesson J-frame!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"maximized-38-spl-snubbie","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-11-07 16:10:11","post_modified_gmt":"2024-11-07 21:10:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2010\/02\/07\/maximized-38-spl-snubbie\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":2},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
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Range Time<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The handling of the Ruger handguns were a pleasant surprise. Ergonomics are generally not the strong suit of small frame snubbies. However, this is one of the easiest guns to get used to, and the grips are primarily responsible. An unanticipated advantage of the polymer grip frame is that it promotes a slight muzzle heaviness. This advantageous balance is generally not expected in a gun with a 1.875-inch barrel. The smooth-faced trigger is excellent for a DAO revolver. It feels much lighter than the 10 pounds, 6 ounces ours measures. It is smooth and consistent with virtually no stacking.<\/p>\n\n\n\nFinal Notes<\/strong> on the Ruger Handguns<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
These new Ruger handguns represents, if not a quantum leap, then certainly a major step. It is an entirely new approach to small revolver design that doesn\u2019t merely hang its hat on a single, radically new design element. Ruger considered virtually every major component, and those components that haven\u2019t been radically redesigned are nonetheless state-of-the-art. Ruger handguns didn\u2019t integrate one new thing into an existing platform; instead Ruger handguns created several new things and integrated them all into something that was not only workable, but high performing. Ruger handguns represent firearms alchemy, pure and simple.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Ruger LCP .380 ACP & LCR .38 SPL +P Review","post_excerpt":"We test the game changing Ruger LCp .380 acp and RUGER LCr .38 spl +p.\r\n","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"pocket-packin-pistols","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 23:08:02","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 03:08:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2010\/03\/11\/pocket-packin-pistols\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":160066,"post_author":"481","post_date":"2010-02-07 11:44:27","post_date_gmt":"2010-02-07 17:44:27","post_content":"\r\n\r\nSince their first appearance over 50 years ago, Smith & Wesson\u2019s J-frame series has continued to be popular with nearly the whole spectrum of shooters. Men, women and even kids who are being taught to shoot by their parents have long cherished the J-frame. It is also popular with undercover and uniformed police officers who rely upon it as both a primary and back-up gun.\r\n\r\nMuch of its popularity is due to its lightweight and diminutive size, which allows it to be easily concealed and carried with minimum discomfort. However, these same characteristics also make it a tough gun to shoot well, particularly under stress. This notwithstanding, the J-frame is still one of the best-selling revolvers of our time.\r\n\r\nM637 Details<\/strong>\r\nThe latest of the series is the M637, a nice update of the venerable Chief\u2019s Special S&W that was so popular decades ago. This well-conceived and well-executed little snubbie sports nicely shaped rubber stocks, aiding in weapon control and has an eye-pleasing satin finish. All in all, the M637 can be regarded as being one of the nicer .38 Special snubbies ever made.","post_title":"Maximized .38 SPL Snubbie | .38 Special Snub Nose Revolvers","post_excerpt":"Getting the most stopping power out of your Smith & Wesson J-frame!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"maximized-38-spl-snubbie","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-11-07 16:10:11","post_modified_gmt":"2024-11-07 21:10:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2010\/02\/07\/maximized-38-spl-snubbie\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":2},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
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Range Time<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The handling of the Ruger handguns were a pleasant surprise. Ergonomics are generally not the strong suit of small frame snubbies. However, this is one of the easiest guns to get used to, and the grips are primarily responsible. An unanticipated advantage of the polymer grip frame is that it promotes a slight muzzle heaviness. This advantageous balance is generally not expected in a gun with a 1.875-inch barrel. The smooth-faced trigger is excellent for a DAO revolver. It feels much lighter than the 10 pounds, 6 ounces ours measures. It is smooth and consistent with virtually no stacking.<\/p>\n\n\n\nFinal Notes<\/strong> on the Ruger Handguns<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
These new Ruger handguns represents, if not a quantum leap, then certainly a major step. It is an entirely new approach to small revolver design that doesn\u2019t merely hang its hat on a single, radically new design element. Ruger considered virtually every major component, and those components that haven\u2019t been radically redesigned are nonetheless state-of-the-art. Ruger handguns didn\u2019t integrate one new thing into an existing platform; instead Ruger handguns created several new things and integrated them all into something that was not only workable, but high performing. Ruger handguns represent firearms alchemy, pure and simple.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Ruger LCP .380 ACP & LCR .38 SPL +P Review","post_excerpt":"We test the game changing Ruger LCp .380 acp and RUGER LCr .38 spl +p.\r\n","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"pocket-packin-pistols","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 23:08:02","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 03:08:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2010\/03\/11\/pocket-packin-pistols\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":160066,"post_author":"481","post_date":"2010-02-07 11:44:27","post_date_gmt":"2010-02-07 17:44:27","post_content":"\r\n\r\nSince their first appearance over 50 years ago, Smith & Wesson\u2019s J-frame series has continued to be popular with nearly the whole spectrum of shooters. Men, women and even kids who are being taught to shoot by their parents have long cherished the J-frame. It is also popular with undercover and uniformed police officers who rely upon it as both a primary and back-up gun.\r\n\r\nMuch of its popularity is due to its lightweight and diminutive size, which allows it to be easily concealed and carried with minimum discomfort. However, these same characteristics also make it a tough gun to shoot well, particularly under stress. This notwithstanding, the J-frame is still one of the best-selling revolvers of our time.\r\n\r\nM637 Details<\/strong>\r\nThe latest of the series is the M637, a nice update of the venerable Chief\u2019s Special S&W that was so popular decades ago. This well-conceived and well-executed little snubbie sports nicely shaped rubber stocks, aiding in weapon control and has an eye-pleasing satin finish. All in all, the M637 can be regarded as being one of the nicer .38 Special snubbies ever made.","post_title":"Maximized .38 SPL Snubbie | .38 Special Snub Nose Revolvers","post_excerpt":"Getting the most stopping power out of your Smith & Wesson J-frame!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"maximized-38-spl-snubbie","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-11-07 16:10:11","post_modified_gmt":"2024-11-07 21:10:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2010\/02\/07\/maximized-38-spl-snubbie\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":2},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
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Range Time<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The handling of the Ruger handguns were a pleasant surprise. Ergonomics are generally not the strong suit of small frame snubbies. However, this is one of the easiest guns to get used to, and the grips are primarily responsible. An unanticipated advantage of the polymer grip frame is that it promotes a slight muzzle heaviness. This advantageous balance is generally not expected in a gun with a 1.875-inch barrel. The smooth-faced trigger is excellent for a DAO revolver. It feels much lighter than the 10 pounds, 6 ounces ours measures. It is smooth and consistent with virtually no stacking.<\/p>\n\n\n\nFinal Notes<\/strong> on the Ruger Handguns<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
These new Ruger handguns represents, if not a quantum leap, then certainly a major step. It is an entirely new approach to small revolver design that doesn\u2019t merely hang its hat on a single, radically new design element. Ruger considered virtually every major component, and those components that haven\u2019t been radically redesigned are nonetheless state-of-the-art. Ruger handguns didn\u2019t integrate one new thing into an existing platform; instead Ruger handguns created several new things and integrated them all into something that was not only workable, but high performing. Ruger handguns represent firearms alchemy, pure and simple.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Ruger LCP .380 ACP & LCR .38 SPL +P Review","post_excerpt":"We test the game changing Ruger LCp .380 acp and RUGER LCr .38 spl +p.\r\n","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"pocket-packin-pistols","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 23:08:02","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 03:08:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2010\/03\/11\/pocket-packin-pistols\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":160066,"post_author":"481","post_date":"2010-02-07 11:44:27","post_date_gmt":"2010-02-07 17:44:27","post_content":"\r\n\r\nSince their first appearance over 50 years ago, Smith & Wesson\u2019s J-frame series has continued to be popular with nearly the whole spectrum of shooters. Men, women and even kids who are being taught to shoot by their parents have long cherished the J-frame. It is also popular with undercover and uniformed police officers who rely upon it as both a primary and back-up gun.\r\n\r\nMuch of its popularity is due to its lightweight and diminutive size, which allows it to be easily concealed and carried with minimum discomfort. However, these same characteristics also make it a tough gun to shoot well, particularly under stress. This notwithstanding, the J-frame is still one of the best-selling revolvers of our time.\r\n\r\nM637 Details<\/strong>\r\nThe latest of the series is the M637, a nice update of the venerable Chief\u2019s Special S&W that was so popular decades ago. This well-conceived and well-executed little snubbie sports nicely shaped rubber stocks, aiding in weapon control and has an eye-pleasing satin finish. All in all, the M637 can be regarded as being one of the nicer .38 Special snubbies ever made.","post_title":"Maximized .38 SPL Snubbie | .38 Special Snub Nose Revolvers","post_excerpt":"Getting the most stopping power out of your Smith & Wesson J-frame!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"maximized-38-spl-snubbie","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-11-07 16:10:11","post_modified_gmt":"2024-11-07 21:10:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2010\/02\/07\/maximized-38-spl-snubbie\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":2},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
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Range Time<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The handling of the Ruger handguns were a pleasant surprise. Ergonomics are generally not the strong suit of small frame snubbies. However, this is one of the easiest guns to get used to, and the grips are primarily responsible. An unanticipated advantage of the polymer grip frame is that it promotes a slight muzzle heaviness. This advantageous balance is generally not expected in a gun with a 1.875-inch barrel. The smooth-faced trigger is excellent for a DAO revolver. It feels much lighter than the 10 pounds, 6 ounces ours measures. It is smooth and consistent with virtually no stacking.<\/p>\n\n\n\nFinal Notes<\/strong> on the Ruger Handguns<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
These new Ruger handguns represents, if not a quantum leap, then certainly a major step. It is an entirely new approach to small revolver design that doesn\u2019t merely hang its hat on a single, radically new design element. Ruger considered virtually every major component, and those components that haven\u2019t been radically redesigned are nonetheless state-of-the-art. Ruger handguns didn\u2019t integrate one new thing into an existing platform; instead Ruger handguns created several new things and integrated them all into something that was not only workable, but high performing. Ruger handguns represent firearms alchemy, pure and simple.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Ruger LCP .380 ACP & LCR .38 SPL +P Review","post_excerpt":"We test the game changing Ruger LCp .380 acp and RUGER LCr .38 spl +p.\r\n","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"pocket-packin-pistols","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 23:08:02","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 03:08:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2010\/03\/11\/pocket-packin-pistols\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":160066,"post_author":"481","post_date":"2010-02-07 11:44:27","post_date_gmt":"2010-02-07 17:44:27","post_content":"\r\n\r\nSince their first appearance over 50 years ago, Smith & Wesson\u2019s J-frame series has continued to be popular with nearly the whole spectrum of shooters. Men, women and even kids who are being taught to shoot by their parents have long cherished the J-frame. It is also popular with undercover and uniformed police officers who rely upon it as both a primary and back-up gun.\r\n\r\nMuch of its popularity is due to its lightweight and diminutive size, which allows it to be easily concealed and carried with minimum discomfort. However, these same characteristics also make it a tough gun to shoot well, particularly under stress. This notwithstanding, the J-frame is still one of the best-selling revolvers of our time.\r\n\r\nM637 Details<\/strong>\r\nThe latest of the series is the M637, a nice update of the venerable Chief\u2019s Special S&W that was so popular decades ago. This well-conceived and well-executed little snubbie sports nicely shaped rubber stocks, aiding in weapon control and has an eye-pleasing satin finish. All in all, the M637 can be regarded as being one of the nicer .38 Special snubbies ever made.","post_title":"Maximized .38 SPL Snubbie | .38 Special Snub Nose Revolvers","post_excerpt":"Getting the most stopping power out of your Smith & Wesson J-frame!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"maximized-38-spl-snubbie","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-11-07 16:10:11","post_modified_gmt":"2024-11-07 21:10:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2010\/02\/07\/maximized-38-spl-snubbie\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":2},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
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![\"rugerlcr2\"](\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/rugerlcr2.jpg\" "\\"rugerlcr2\\"")
The LCR\u2019s trigger was excellent for a DOA wheelgun, with a long, smooth stroke.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nRange Time<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The handling of the Ruger handguns were a pleasant surprise. Ergonomics are generally not the strong suit of small frame snubbies. However, this is one of the easiest guns to get used to, and the grips are primarily responsible. An unanticipated advantage of the polymer grip frame is that it promotes a slight muzzle heaviness. This advantageous balance is generally not expected in a gun with a 1.875-inch barrel. The smooth-faced trigger is excellent for a DAO revolver. It feels much lighter than the 10 pounds, 6 ounces ours measures. It is smooth and consistent with virtually no stacking.<\/p>\n\n\n\nFinal Notes<\/strong> on the Ruger Handguns<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
These new Ruger handguns represents, if not a quantum leap, then certainly a major step. It is an entirely new approach to small revolver design that doesn\u2019t merely hang its hat on a single, radically new design element. Ruger considered virtually every major component, and those components that haven\u2019t been radically redesigned are nonetheless state-of-the-art. Ruger handguns didn\u2019t integrate one new thing into an existing platform; instead Ruger handguns created several new things and integrated them all into something that was not only workable, but high performing. Ruger handguns represent firearms alchemy, pure and simple.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Ruger LCP .380 ACP & LCR .38 SPL +P Review","post_excerpt":"We test the game changing Ruger LCp .380 acp and RUGER LCr .38 spl +p.\r\n","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"pocket-packin-pistols","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 23:08:02","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 03:08:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2010\/03\/11\/pocket-packin-pistols\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":160066,"post_author":"481","post_date":"2010-02-07 11:44:27","post_date_gmt":"2010-02-07 17:44:27","post_content":"\r\n\r\nSince their first appearance over 50 years ago, Smith & Wesson\u2019s J-frame series has continued to be popular with nearly the whole spectrum of shooters. Men, women and even kids who are being taught to shoot by their parents have long cherished the J-frame. It is also popular with undercover and uniformed police officers who rely upon it as both a primary and back-up gun.\r\n\r\nMuch of its popularity is due to its lightweight and diminutive size, which allows it to be easily concealed and carried with minimum discomfort. However, these same characteristics also make it a tough gun to shoot well, particularly under stress. This notwithstanding, the J-frame is still one of the best-selling revolvers of our time.\r\n\r\nM637 Details<\/strong>\r\nThe latest of the series is the M637, a nice update of the venerable Chief\u2019s Special S&W that was so popular decades ago. This well-conceived and well-executed little snubbie sports nicely shaped rubber stocks, aiding in weapon control and has an eye-pleasing satin finish. All in all, the M637 can be regarded as being one of the nicer .38 Special snubbies ever made.","post_title":"Maximized .38 SPL Snubbie | .38 Special Snub Nose Revolvers","post_excerpt":"Getting the most stopping power out of your Smith & Wesson J-frame!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"maximized-38-spl-snubbie","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-11-07 16:10:11","post_modified_gmt":"2024-11-07 21:10:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2010\/02\/07\/maximized-38-spl-snubbie\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":2},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
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LCR Details<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The LCR\u2019s trigger was excellent for a DOA wheelgun, with a long, smooth stroke.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nRange Time<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The handling of the Ruger handguns were a pleasant surprise. Ergonomics are generally not the strong suit of small frame snubbies. However, this is one of the easiest guns to get used to, and the grips are primarily responsible. An unanticipated advantage of the polymer grip frame is that it promotes a slight muzzle heaviness. This advantageous balance is generally not expected in a gun with a 1.875-inch barrel. The smooth-faced trigger is excellent for a DAO revolver. It feels much lighter than the 10 pounds, 6 ounces ours measures. It is smooth and consistent with virtually no stacking.<\/p>\n\n\n\nFinal Notes<\/strong> on the Ruger Handguns<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
These new Ruger handguns represents, if not a quantum leap, then certainly a major step. It is an entirely new approach to small revolver design that doesn\u2019t merely hang its hat on a single, radically new design element. Ruger considered virtually every major component, and those components that haven\u2019t been radically redesigned are nonetheless state-of-the-art. Ruger handguns didn\u2019t integrate one new thing into an existing platform; instead Ruger handguns created several new things and integrated them all into something that was not only workable, but high performing. Ruger handguns represent firearms alchemy, pure and simple.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Ruger LCP .380 ACP & LCR .38 SPL +P Review","post_excerpt":"We test the game changing Ruger LCp .380 acp and RUGER LCr .38 spl +p.\r\n","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"pocket-packin-pistols","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 23:08:02","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 03:08:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2010\/03\/11\/pocket-packin-pistols\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":160066,"post_author":"481","post_date":"2010-02-07 11:44:27","post_date_gmt":"2010-02-07 17:44:27","post_content":"\r\n\r\nSince their first appearance over 50 years ago, Smith & Wesson\u2019s J-frame series has continued to be popular with nearly the whole spectrum of shooters. Men, women and even kids who are being taught to shoot by their parents have long cherished the J-frame. It is also popular with undercover and uniformed police officers who rely upon it as both a primary and back-up gun.\r\n\r\nMuch of its popularity is due to its lightweight and diminutive size, which allows it to be easily concealed and carried with minimum discomfort. However, these same characteristics also make it a tough gun to shoot well, particularly under stress. This notwithstanding, the J-frame is still one of the best-selling revolvers of our time.\r\n\r\nM637 Details<\/strong>\r\nThe latest of the series is the M637, a nice update of the venerable Chief\u2019s Special S&W that was so popular decades ago. This well-conceived and well-executed little snubbie sports nicely shaped rubber stocks, aiding in weapon control and has an eye-pleasing satin finish. All in all, the M637 can be regarded as being one of the nicer .38 Special snubbies ever made.","post_title":"Maximized .38 SPL Snubbie | .38 Special Snub Nose Revolvers","post_excerpt":"Getting the most stopping power out of your Smith & Wesson J-frame!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"maximized-38-spl-snubbie","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-11-07 16:10:11","post_modified_gmt":"2024-11-07 21:10:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2010\/02\/07\/maximized-38-spl-snubbie\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":2},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
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LCR Details<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The LCR\u2019s trigger was excellent for a DOA wheelgun, with a long, smooth stroke.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nRange Time<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The handling of the Ruger handguns were a pleasant surprise. Ergonomics are generally not the strong suit of small frame snubbies. However, this is one of the easiest guns to get used to, and the grips are primarily responsible. An unanticipated advantage of the polymer grip frame is that it promotes a slight muzzle heaviness. This advantageous balance is generally not expected in a gun with a 1.875-inch barrel. The smooth-faced trigger is excellent for a DAO revolver. It feels much lighter than the 10 pounds, 6 ounces ours measures. It is smooth and consistent with virtually no stacking.<\/p>\n\n\n\nFinal Notes<\/strong> on the Ruger Handguns<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
These new Ruger handguns represents, if not a quantum leap, then certainly a major step. It is an entirely new approach to small revolver design that doesn\u2019t merely hang its hat on a single, radically new design element. Ruger considered virtually every major component, and those components that haven\u2019t been radically redesigned are nonetheless state-of-the-art. Ruger handguns didn\u2019t integrate one new thing into an existing platform; instead Ruger handguns created several new things and integrated them all into something that was not only workable, but high performing. Ruger handguns represent firearms alchemy, pure and simple.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Ruger LCP .380 ACP & LCR .38 SPL +P Review","post_excerpt":"We test the game changing Ruger LCp .380 acp and RUGER LCr .38 spl +p.\r\n","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"pocket-packin-pistols","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 23:08:02","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 03:08:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2010\/03\/11\/pocket-packin-pistols\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":160066,"post_author":"481","post_date":"2010-02-07 11:44:27","post_date_gmt":"2010-02-07 17:44:27","post_content":"\r\n\r\nSince their first appearance over 50 years ago, Smith & Wesson\u2019s J-frame series has continued to be popular with nearly the whole spectrum of shooters. Men, women and even kids who are being taught to shoot by their parents have long cherished the J-frame. It is also popular with undercover and uniformed police officers who rely upon it as both a primary and back-up gun.\r\n\r\nMuch of its popularity is due to its lightweight and diminutive size, which allows it to be easily concealed and carried with minimum discomfort. However, these same characteristics also make it a tough gun to shoot well, particularly under stress. This notwithstanding, the J-frame is still one of the best-selling revolvers of our time.\r\n\r\nM637 Details<\/strong>\r\nThe latest of the series is the M637, a nice update of the venerable Chief\u2019s Special S&W that was so popular decades ago. This well-conceived and well-executed little snubbie sports nicely shaped rubber stocks, aiding in weapon control and has an eye-pleasing satin finish. All in all, the M637 can be regarded as being one of the nicer .38 Special snubbies ever made.","post_title":"Maximized .38 SPL Snubbie | .38 Special Snub Nose Revolvers","post_excerpt":"Getting the most stopping power out of your Smith & Wesson J-frame!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"maximized-38-spl-snubbie","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-11-07 16:10:11","post_modified_gmt":"2024-11-07 21:10:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2010\/02\/07\/maximized-38-spl-snubbie\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":2},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
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LCR Details<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The LCR\u2019s trigger was excellent for a DOA wheelgun, with a long, smooth stroke.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nRange Time<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The handling of the Ruger handguns were a pleasant surprise. Ergonomics are generally not the strong suit of small frame snubbies. However, this is one of the easiest guns to get used to, and the grips are primarily responsible. An unanticipated advantage of the polymer grip frame is that it promotes a slight muzzle heaviness. This advantageous balance is generally not expected in a gun with a 1.875-inch barrel. The smooth-faced trigger is excellent for a DAO revolver. It feels much lighter than the 10 pounds, 6 ounces ours measures. It is smooth and consistent with virtually no stacking.<\/p>\n\n\n\nFinal Notes<\/strong> on the Ruger Handguns<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
These new Ruger handguns represents, if not a quantum leap, then certainly a major step. It is an entirely new approach to small revolver design that doesn\u2019t merely hang its hat on a single, radically new design element. Ruger considered virtually every major component, and those components that haven\u2019t been radically redesigned are nonetheless state-of-the-art. Ruger handguns didn\u2019t integrate one new thing into an existing platform; instead Ruger handguns created several new things and integrated them all into something that was not only workable, but high performing. Ruger handguns represent firearms alchemy, pure and simple.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Ruger LCP .380 ACP & LCR .38 SPL +P Review","post_excerpt":"We test the game changing Ruger LCp .380 acp and RUGER LCr .38 spl +p.\r\n","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"pocket-packin-pistols","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 23:08:02","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 03:08:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2010\/03\/11\/pocket-packin-pistols\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":160066,"post_author":"481","post_date":"2010-02-07 11:44:27","post_date_gmt":"2010-02-07 17:44:27","post_content":"\r\n\r\nSince their first appearance over 50 years ago, Smith & Wesson\u2019s J-frame series has continued to be popular with nearly the whole spectrum of shooters. Men, women and even kids who are being taught to shoot by their parents have long cherished the J-frame. It is also popular with undercover and uniformed police officers who rely upon it as both a primary and back-up gun.\r\n\r\nMuch of its popularity is due to its lightweight and diminutive size, which allows it to be easily concealed and carried with minimum discomfort. However, these same characteristics also make it a tough gun to shoot well, particularly under stress. This notwithstanding, the J-frame is still one of the best-selling revolvers of our time.\r\n\r\nM637 Details<\/strong>\r\nThe latest of the series is the M637, a nice update of the venerable Chief\u2019s Special S&W that was so popular decades ago. This well-conceived and well-executed little snubbie sports nicely shaped rubber stocks, aiding in weapon control and has an eye-pleasing satin finish. All in all, the M637 can be regarded as being one of the nicer .38 Special snubbies ever made.","post_title":"Maximized .38 SPL Snubbie | .38 Special Snub Nose Revolvers","post_excerpt":"Getting the most stopping power out of your Smith & Wesson J-frame!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"maximized-38-spl-snubbie","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-11-07 16:10:11","post_modified_gmt":"2024-11-07 21:10:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2010\/02\/07\/maximized-38-spl-snubbie\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":2},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
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![\"rugerlcr\"](\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/rugerlcr.jpg\" "\\"rugerlcr\\"")
Ruger eliminated unnecessary weight from the cylinder while making a bold statement.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nLCR Details<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The LCR\u2019s trigger was excellent for a DOA wheelgun, with a long, smooth stroke.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nRange Time<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The handling of the Ruger handguns were a pleasant surprise. Ergonomics are generally not the strong suit of small frame snubbies. However, this is one of the easiest guns to get used to, and the grips are primarily responsible. An unanticipated advantage of the polymer grip frame is that it promotes a slight muzzle heaviness. This advantageous balance is generally not expected in a gun with a 1.875-inch barrel. The smooth-faced trigger is excellent for a DAO revolver. It feels much lighter than the 10 pounds, 6 ounces ours measures. It is smooth and consistent with virtually no stacking.<\/p>\n\n\n\nFinal Notes<\/strong> on the Ruger Handguns<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
These new Ruger handguns represents, if not a quantum leap, then certainly a major step. It is an entirely new approach to small revolver design that doesn\u2019t merely hang its hat on a single, radically new design element. Ruger considered virtually every major component, and those components that haven\u2019t been radically redesigned are nonetheless state-of-the-art. Ruger handguns didn\u2019t integrate one new thing into an existing platform; instead Ruger handguns created several new things and integrated them all into something that was not only workable, but high performing. Ruger handguns represent firearms alchemy, pure and simple.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Ruger LCP .380 ACP & LCR .38 SPL +P Review","post_excerpt":"We test the game changing Ruger LCp .380 acp and RUGER LCr .38 spl +p.\r\n","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"pocket-packin-pistols","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 23:08:02","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 03:08:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2010\/03\/11\/pocket-packin-pistols\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":160066,"post_author":"481","post_date":"2010-02-07 11:44:27","post_date_gmt":"2010-02-07 17:44:27","post_content":"\r\n\r\nSince their first appearance over 50 years ago, Smith & Wesson\u2019s J-frame series has continued to be popular with nearly the whole spectrum of shooters. Men, women and even kids who are being taught to shoot by their parents have long cherished the J-frame. It is also popular with undercover and uniformed police officers who rely upon it as both a primary and back-up gun.\r\n\r\nMuch of its popularity is due to its lightweight and diminutive size, which allows it to be easily concealed and carried with minimum discomfort. However, these same characteristics also make it a tough gun to shoot well, particularly under stress. This notwithstanding, the J-frame is still one of the best-selling revolvers of our time.\r\n\r\nM637 Details<\/strong>\r\nThe latest of the series is the M637, a nice update of the venerable Chief\u2019s Special S&W that was so popular decades ago. This well-conceived and well-executed little snubbie sports nicely shaped rubber stocks, aiding in weapon control and has an eye-pleasing satin finish. All in all, the M637 can be regarded as being one of the nicer .38 Special snubbies ever made.","post_title":"Maximized .38 SPL Snubbie | .38 Special Snub Nose Revolvers","post_excerpt":"Getting the most stopping power out of your Smith & Wesson J-frame!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"maximized-38-spl-snubbie","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-11-07 16:10:11","post_modified_gmt":"2024-11-07 21:10:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2010\/02\/07\/maximized-38-spl-snubbie\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":2},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
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RUGER LCr .38 spl +p<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Ruger eliminated unnecessary weight from the cylinder while making a bold statement.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nLCR Details<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The LCR\u2019s trigger was excellent for a DOA wheelgun, with a long, smooth stroke.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nRange Time<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The handling of the Ruger handguns were a pleasant surprise. Ergonomics are generally not the strong suit of small frame snubbies. However, this is one of the easiest guns to get used to, and the grips are primarily responsible. An unanticipated advantage of the polymer grip frame is that it promotes a slight muzzle heaviness. This advantageous balance is generally not expected in a gun with a 1.875-inch barrel. The smooth-faced trigger is excellent for a DAO revolver. It feels much lighter than the 10 pounds, 6 ounces ours measures. It is smooth and consistent with virtually no stacking.<\/p>\n\n\n\nFinal Notes<\/strong> on the Ruger Handguns<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
These new Ruger handguns represents, if not a quantum leap, then certainly a major step. It is an entirely new approach to small revolver design that doesn\u2019t merely hang its hat on a single, radically new design element. Ruger considered virtually every major component, and those components that haven\u2019t been radically redesigned are nonetheless state-of-the-art. Ruger handguns didn\u2019t integrate one new thing into an existing platform; instead Ruger handguns created several new things and integrated them all into something that was not only workable, but high performing. Ruger handguns represent firearms alchemy, pure and simple.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Ruger LCP .380 ACP & LCR .38 SPL +P Review","post_excerpt":"We test the game changing Ruger LCp .380 acp and RUGER LCr .38 spl +p.\r\n","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"pocket-packin-pistols","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 23:08:02","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 03:08:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2010\/03\/11\/pocket-packin-pistols\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":160066,"post_author":"481","post_date":"2010-02-07 11:44:27","post_date_gmt":"2010-02-07 17:44:27","post_content":"\r\n\r\nSince their first appearance over 50 years ago, Smith & Wesson\u2019s J-frame series has continued to be popular with nearly the whole spectrum of shooters. Men, women and even kids who are being taught to shoot by their parents have long cherished the J-frame. It is also popular with undercover and uniformed police officers who rely upon it as both a primary and back-up gun.\r\n\r\nMuch of its popularity is due to its lightweight and diminutive size, which allows it to be easily concealed and carried with minimum discomfort. However, these same characteristics also make it a tough gun to shoot well, particularly under stress. This notwithstanding, the J-frame is still one of the best-selling revolvers of our time.\r\n\r\nM637 Details<\/strong>\r\nThe latest of the series is the M637, a nice update of the venerable Chief\u2019s Special S&W that was so popular decades ago. This well-conceived and well-executed little snubbie sports nicely shaped rubber stocks, aiding in weapon control and has an eye-pleasing satin finish. All in all, the M637 can be regarded as being one of the nicer .38 Special snubbies ever made.","post_title":"Maximized .38 SPL Snubbie | .38 Special Snub Nose Revolvers","post_excerpt":"Getting the most stopping power out of your Smith & Wesson J-frame!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"maximized-38-spl-snubbie","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-11-07 16:10:11","post_modified_gmt":"2024-11-07 21:10:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2010\/02\/07\/maximized-38-spl-snubbie\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":2},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
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RUGER LCr .38 spl +p<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Ruger eliminated unnecessary weight from the cylinder while making a bold statement.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nLCR Details<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The LCR\u2019s trigger was excellent for a DOA wheelgun, with a long, smooth stroke.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nRange Time<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The handling of the Ruger handguns were a pleasant surprise. Ergonomics are generally not the strong suit of small frame snubbies. However, this is one of the easiest guns to get used to, and the grips are primarily responsible. An unanticipated advantage of the polymer grip frame is that it promotes a slight muzzle heaviness. This advantageous balance is generally not expected in a gun with a 1.875-inch barrel. The smooth-faced trigger is excellent for a DAO revolver. It feels much lighter than the 10 pounds, 6 ounces ours measures. It is smooth and consistent with virtually no stacking.<\/p>\n\n\n\nFinal Notes<\/strong> on the Ruger Handguns<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
These new Ruger handguns represents, if not a quantum leap, then certainly a major step. It is an entirely new approach to small revolver design that doesn\u2019t merely hang its hat on a single, radically new design element. Ruger considered virtually every major component, and those components that haven\u2019t been radically redesigned are nonetheless state-of-the-art. Ruger handguns didn\u2019t integrate one new thing into an existing platform; instead Ruger handguns created several new things and integrated them all into something that was not only workable, but high performing. Ruger handguns represent firearms alchemy, pure and simple.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Ruger LCP .380 ACP & LCR .38 SPL +P Review","post_excerpt":"We test the game changing Ruger LCp .380 acp and RUGER LCr .38 spl +p.\r\n","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"pocket-packin-pistols","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 23:08:02","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 03:08:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2010\/03\/11\/pocket-packin-pistols\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":160066,"post_author":"481","post_date":"2010-02-07 11:44:27","post_date_gmt":"2010-02-07 17:44:27","post_content":"\r\n\r\nSince their first appearance over 50 years ago, Smith & Wesson\u2019s J-frame series has continued to be popular with nearly the whole spectrum of shooters. Men, women and even kids who are being taught to shoot by their parents have long cherished the J-frame. It is also popular with undercover and uniformed police officers who rely upon it as both a primary and back-up gun.\r\n\r\nMuch of its popularity is due to its lightweight and diminutive size, which allows it to be easily concealed and carried with minimum discomfort. However, these same characteristics also make it a tough gun to shoot well, particularly under stress. This notwithstanding, the J-frame is still one of the best-selling revolvers of our time.\r\n\r\nM637 Details<\/strong>\r\nThe latest of the series is the M637, a nice update of the venerable Chief\u2019s Special S&W that was so popular decades ago. This well-conceived and well-executed little snubbie sports nicely shaped rubber stocks, aiding in weapon control and has an eye-pleasing satin finish. All in all, the M637 can be regarded as being one of the nicer .38 Special snubbies ever made.","post_title":"Maximized .38 SPL Snubbie | .38 Special Snub Nose Revolvers","post_excerpt":"Getting the most stopping power out of your Smith & Wesson J-frame!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"maximized-38-spl-snubbie","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-11-07 16:10:11","post_modified_gmt":"2024-11-07 21:10:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2010\/02\/07\/maximized-38-spl-snubbie\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":2},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
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![\"_dsc6768\"](\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/03\/_dsc6768.jpg\" "\\"_dsc6768\\"")
The sculpted grip of the LCP offers surprisingly good ergonomics for such a small pistol.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nRUGER LCr .38 spl +p<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Ruger eliminated unnecessary weight from the cylinder while making a bold statement.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nLCR Details<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The LCR\u2019s trigger was excellent for a DOA wheelgun, with a long, smooth stroke.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nRange Time<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The handling of the Ruger handguns were a pleasant surprise. Ergonomics are generally not the strong suit of small frame snubbies. However, this is one of the easiest guns to get used to, and the grips are primarily responsible. An unanticipated advantage of the polymer grip frame is that it promotes a slight muzzle heaviness. This advantageous balance is generally not expected in a gun with a 1.875-inch barrel. The smooth-faced trigger is excellent for a DAO revolver. It feels much lighter than the 10 pounds, 6 ounces ours measures. It is smooth and consistent with virtually no stacking.<\/p>\n\n\n\nFinal Notes<\/strong> on the Ruger Handguns<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
These new Ruger handguns represents, if not a quantum leap, then certainly a major step. It is an entirely new approach to small revolver design that doesn\u2019t merely hang its hat on a single, radically new design element. Ruger considered virtually every major component, and those components that haven\u2019t been radically redesigned are nonetheless state-of-the-art. Ruger handguns didn\u2019t integrate one new thing into an existing platform; instead Ruger handguns created several new things and integrated them all into something that was not only workable, but high performing. Ruger handguns represent firearms alchemy, pure and simple.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Ruger LCP .380 ACP & LCR .38 SPL +P Review","post_excerpt":"We test the game changing Ruger LCp .380 acp and RUGER LCr .38 spl +p.\r\n","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"pocket-packin-pistols","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 23:08:02","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 03:08:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2010\/03\/11\/pocket-packin-pistols\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":160066,"post_author":"481","post_date":"2010-02-07 11:44:27","post_date_gmt":"2010-02-07 17:44:27","post_content":"\r\n\r\nSince their first appearance over 50 years ago, Smith & Wesson\u2019s J-frame series has continued to be popular with nearly the whole spectrum of shooters. Men, women and even kids who are being taught to shoot by their parents have long cherished the J-frame. It is also popular with undercover and uniformed police officers who rely upon it as both a primary and back-up gun.\r\n\r\nMuch of its popularity is due to its lightweight and diminutive size, which allows it to be easily concealed and carried with minimum discomfort. However, these same characteristics also make it a tough gun to shoot well, particularly under stress. This notwithstanding, the J-frame is still one of the best-selling revolvers of our time.\r\n\r\nM637 Details<\/strong>\r\nThe latest of the series is the M637, a nice update of the venerable Chief\u2019s Special S&W that was so popular decades ago. This well-conceived and well-executed little snubbie sports nicely shaped rubber stocks, aiding in weapon control and has an eye-pleasing satin finish. All in all, the M637 can be regarded as being one of the nicer .38 Special snubbies ever made.","post_title":"Maximized .38 SPL Snubbie | .38 Special Snub Nose Revolvers","post_excerpt":"Getting the most stopping power out of your Smith & Wesson J-frame!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"maximized-38-spl-snubbie","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-11-07 16:10:11","post_modified_gmt":"2024-11-07 21:10:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2010\/02\/07\/maximized-38-spl-snubbie\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":2},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
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The gun feels good though insubstantial in the hand. Despite the sights, it can be brought onto target quickly at close range. The grip frame allows space for only the thumb and first three fingers. Nonetheless, the gun is easily manageable with all but the hottest .380 ACP ammo. One of the reasons that this caliber is experiencing a Renaissance of sorts is the efficacy of the new high-tech bullets available now in all calibers. The LCP is designed for standard pressure rounds and handles such with aplomb. Nonetheless, the little gun perked along without incident regardless of what was loaded in it during testing. Accuracy at close range was very satisfactory. This is a gun for conversational distance, which just happens to be the distance of most gunfights.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe sculpted grip of the LCP offers surprisingly good ergonomics for such a small pistol.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nRUGER LCr .38 spl +p<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Ruger eliminated unnecessary weight from the cylinder while making a bold statement.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nLCR Details<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The LCR\u2019s trigger was excellent for a DOA wheelgun, with a long, smooth stroke.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nRange Time<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The handling of the Ruger handguns were a pleasant surprise. Ergonomics are generally not the strong suit of small frame snubbies. However, this is one of the easiest guns to get used to, and the grips are primarily responsible. An unanticipated advantage of the polymer grip frame is that it promotes a slight muzzle heaviness. This advantageous balance is generally not expected in a gun with a 1.875-inch barrel. The smooth-faced trigger is excellent for a DAO revolver. It feels much lighter than the 10 pounds, 6 ounces ours measures. It is smooth and consistent with virtually no stacking.<\/p>\n\n\n\nFinal Notes<\/strong> on the Ruger Handguns<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
These new Ruger handguns represents, if not a quantum leap, then certainly a major step. It is an entirely new approach to small revolver design that doesn\u2019t merely hang its hat on a single, radically new design element. Ruger considered virtually every major component, and those components that haven\u2019t been radically redesigned are nonetheless state-of-the-art. Ruger handguns didn\u2019t integrate one new thing into an existing platform; instead Ruger handguns created several new things and integrated them all into something that was not only workable, but high performing. Ruger handguns represent firearms alchemy, pure and simple.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Ruger LCP .380 ACP & LCR .38 SPL +P Review","post_excerpt":"We test the game changing Ruger LCp .380 acp and RUGER LCr .38 spl +p.\r\n","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"pocket-packin-pistols","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 23:08:02","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 03:08:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2010\/03\/11\/pocket-packin-pistols\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":160066,"post_author":"481","post_date":"2010-02-07 11:44:27","post_date_gmt":"2010-02-07 17:44:27","post_content":"\r\n\r\nSince their first appearance over 50 years ago, Smith & Wesson\u2019s J-frame series has continued to be popular with nearly the whole spectrum of shooters. Men, women and even kids who are being taught to shoot by their parents have long cherished the J-frame. It is also popular with undercover and uniformed police officers who rely upon it as both a primary and back-up gun.\r\n\r\nMuch of its popularity is due to its lightweight and diminutive size, which allows it to be easily concealed and carried with minimum discomfort. However, these same characteristics also make it a tough gun to shoot well, particularly under stress. This notwithstanding, the J-frame is still one of the best-selling revolvers of our time.\r\n\r\nM637 Details<\/strong>\r\nThe latest of the series is the M637, a nice update of the venerable Chief\u2019s Special S&W that was so popular decades ago. This well-conceived and well-executed little snubbie sports nicely shaped rubber stocks, aiding in weapon control and has an eye-pleasing satin finish. All in all, the M637 can be regarded as being one of the nicer .38 Special snubbies ever made.","post_title":"Maximized .38 SPL Snubbie | .38 Special Snub Nose Revolvers","post_excerpt":"Getting the most stopping power out of your Smith & Wesson J-frame!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"maximized-38-spl-snubbie","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-11-07 16:10:11","post_modified_gmt":"2024-11-07 21:10:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2010\/02\/07\/maximized-38-spl-snubbie\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":2},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
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Range Time<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The gun feels good though insubstantial in the hand. Despite the sights, it can be brought onto target quickly at close range. The grip frame allows space for only the thumb and first three fingers. Nonetheless, the gun is easily manageable with all but the hottest .380 ACP ammo. One of the reasons that this caliber is experiencing a Renaissance of sorts is the efficacy of the new high-tech bullets available now in all calibers. The LCP is designed for standard pressure rounds and handles such with aplomb. Nonetheless, the little gun perked along without incident regardless of what was loaded in it during testing. Accuracy at close range was very satisfactory. This is a gun for conversational distance, which just happens to be the distance of most gunfights.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe sculpted grip of the LCP offers surprisingly good ergonomics for such a small pistol.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nRUGER LCr .38 spl +p<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Ruger eliminated unnecessary weight from the cylinder while making a bold statement.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nLCR Details<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The LCR\u2019s trigger was excellent for a DOA wheelgun, with a long, smooth stroke.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nRange Time<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The handling of the Ruger handguns were a pleasant surprise. Ergonomics are generally not the strong suit of small frame snubbies. However, this is one of the easiest guns to get used to, and the grips are primarily responsible. An unanticipated advantage of the polymer grip frame is that it promotes a slight muzzle heaviness. This advantageous balance is generally not expected in a gun with a 1.875-inch barrel. The smooth-faced trigger is excellent for a DAO revolver. It feels much lighter than the 10 pounds, 6 ounces ours measures. It is smooth and consistent with virtually no stacking.<\/p>\n\n\n\nFinal Notes<\/strong> on the Ruger Handguns<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
These new Ruger handguns represents, if not a quantum leap, then certainly a major step. It is an entirely new approach to small revolver design that doesn\u2019t merely hang its hat on a single, radically new design element. Ruger considered virtually every major component, and those components that haven\u2019t been radically redesigned are nonetheless state-of-the-art. Ruger handguns didn\u2019t integrate one new thing into an existing platform; instead Ruger handguns created several new things and integrated them all into something that was not only workable, but high performing. Ruger handguns represent firearms alchemy, pure and simple.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Ruger LCP .380 ACP & LCR .38 SPL +P Review","post_excerpt":"We test the game changing Ruger LCp .380 acp and RUGER LCr .38 spl +p.\r\n","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"pocket-packin-pistols","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 23:08:02","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 03:08:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2010\/03\/11\/pocket-packin-pistols\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":160066,"post_author":"481","post_date":"2010-02-07 11:44:27","post_date_gmt":"2010-02-07 17:44:27","post_content":"\r\n\r\nSince their first appearance over 50 years ago, Smith & Wesson\u2019s J-frame series has continued to be popular with nearly the whole spectrum of shooters. Men, women and even kids who are being taught to shoot by their parents have long cherished the J-frame. It is also popular with undercover and uniformed police officers who rely upon it as both a primary and back-up gun.\r\n\r\nMuch of its popularity is due to its lightweight and diminutive size, which allows it to be easily concealed and carried with minimum discomfort. However, these same characteristics also make it a tough gun to shoot well, particularly under stress. This notwithstanding, the J-frame is still one of the best-selling revolvers of our time.\r\n\r\nM637 Details<\/strong>\r\nThe latest of the series is the M637, a nice update of the venerable Chief\u2019s Special S&W that was so popular decades ago. This well-conceived and well-executed little snubbie sports nicely shaped rubber stocks, aiding in weapon control and has an eye-pleasing satin finish. All in all, the M637 can be regarded as being one of the nicer .38 Special snubbies ever made.","post_title":"Maximized .38 SPL Snubbie | .38 Special Snub Nose Revolvers","post_excerpt":"Getting the most stopping power out of your Smith & Wesson J-frame!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"maximized-38-spl-snubbie","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-11-07 16:10:11","post_modified_gmt":"2024-11-07 21:10:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2010\/02\/07\/maximized-38-spl-snubbie\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":2},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
BROWSE BY BRAND
Range Time<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The gun feels good though insubstantial in the hand. Despite the sights, it can be brought onto target quickly at close range. The grip frame allows space for only the thumb and first three fingers. Nonetheless, the gun is easily manageable with all but the hottest .380 ACP ammo. One of the reasons that this caliber is experiencing a Renaissance of sorts is the efficacy of the new high-tech bullets available now in all calibers. The LCP is designed for standard pressure rounds and handles such with aplomb. Nonetheless, the little gun perked along without incident regardless of what was loaded in it during testing. Accuracy at close range was very satisfactory. This is a gun for conversational distance, which just happens to be the distance of most gunfights.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe sculpted grip of the LCP offers surprisingly good ergonomics for such a small pistol.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nRUGER LCr .38 spl +p<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Ruger eliminated unnecessary weight from the cylinder while making a bold statement.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nLCR Details<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The LCR\u2019s trigger was excellent for a DOA wheelgun, with a long, smooth stroke.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nRange Time<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The handling of the Ruger handguns were a pleasant surprise. Ergonomics are generally not the strong suit of small frame snubbies. However, this is one of the easiest guns to get used to, and the grips are primarily responsible. An unanticipated advantage of the polymer grip frame is that it promotes a slight muzzle heaviness. This advantageous balance is generally not expected in a gun with a 1.875-inch barrel. The smooth-faced trigger is excellent for a DAO revolver. It feels much lighter than the 10 pounds, 6 ounces ours measures. It is smooth and consistent with virtually no stacking.<\/p>\n\n\n\nFinal Notes<\/strong> on the Ruger Handguns<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
These new Ruger handguns represents, if not a quantum leap, then certainly a major step. It is an entirely new approach to small revolver design that doesn\u2019t merely hang its hat on a single, radically new design element. Ruger considered virtually every major component, and those components that haven\u2019t been radically redesigned are nonetheless state-of-the-art. Ruger handguns didn\u2019t integrate one new thing into an existing platform; instead Ruger handguns created several new things and integrated them all into something that was not only workable, but high performing. Ruger handguns represent firearms alchemy, pure and simple.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Ruger LCP .380 ACP & LCR .38 SPL +P Review","post_excerpt":"We test the game changing Ruger LCp .380 acp and RUGER LCr .38 spl +p.\r\n","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"pocket-packin-pistols","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 23:08:02","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 03:08:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2010\/03\/11\/pocket-packin-pistols\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":160066,"post_author":"481","post_date":"2010-02-07 11:44:27","post_date_gmt":"2010-02-07 17:44:27","post_content":"\r\n\r\nSince their first appearance over 50 years ago, Smith & Wesson\u2019s J-frame series has continued to be popular with nearly the whole spectrum of shooters. Men, women and even kids who are being taught to shoot by their parents have long cherished the J-frame. It is also popular with undercover and uniformed police officers who rely upon it as both a primary and back-up gun.\r\n\r\nMuch of its popularity is due to its lightweight and diminutive size, which allows it to be easily concealed and carried with minimum discomfort. However, these same characteristics also make it a tough gun to shoot well, particularly under stress. This notwithstanding, the J-frame is still one of the best-selling revolvers of our time.\r\n\r\nM637 Details<\/strong>\r\nThe latest of the series is the M637, a nice update of the venerable Chief\u2019s Special S&W that was so popular decades ago. This well-conceived and well-executed little snubbie sports nicely shaped rubber stocks, aiding in weapon control and has an eye-pleasing satin finish. All in all, the M637 can be regarded as being one of the nicer .38 Special snubbies ever made.","post_title":"Maximized .38 SPL Snubbie | .38 Special Snub Nose Revolvers","post_excerpt":"Getting the most stopping power out of your Smith & Wesson J-frame!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"maximized-38-spl-snubbie","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-11-07 16:10:11","post_modified_gmt":"2024-11-07 21:10:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2010\/02\/07\/maximized-38-spl-snubbie\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":2},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
BROWSE BY BRAND
Range Time<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The gun feels good though insubstantial in the hand. Despite the sights, it can be brought onto target quickly at close range. The grip frame allows space for only the thumb and first three fingers. Nonetheless, the gun is easily manageable with all but the hottest .380 ACP ammo. One of the reasons that this caliber is experiencing a Renaissance of sorts is the efficacy of the new high-tech bullets available now in all calibers. The LCP is designed for standard pressure rounds and handles such with aplomb. Nonetheless, the little gun perked along without incident regardless of what was loaded in it during testing. Accuracy at close range was very satisfactory. This is a gun for conversational distance, which just happens to be the distance of most gunfights.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe sculpted grip of the LCP offers surprisingly good ergonomics for such a small pistol.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nRUGER LCr .38 spl +p<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Ruger eliminated unnecessary weight from the cylinder while making a bold statement.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nLCR Details<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The LCR\u2019s trigger was excellent for a DOA wheelgun, with a long, smooth stroke.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nRange Time<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The handling of the Ruger handguns were a pleasant surprise. Ergonomics are generally not the strong suit of small frame snubbies. However, this is one of the easiest guns to get used to, and the grips are primarily responsible. An unanticipated advantage of the polymer grip frame is that it promotes a slight muzzle heaviness. This advantageous balance is generally not expected in a gun with a 1.875-inch barrel. The smooth-faced trigger is excellent for a DAO revolver. It feels much lighter than the 10 pounds, 6 ounces ours measures. It is smooth and consistent with virtually no stacking.<\/p>\n\n\n\nFinal Notes<\/strong> on the Ruger Handguns<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
These new Ruger handguns represents, if not a quantum leap, then certainly a major step. It is an entirely new approach to small revolver design that doesn\u2019t merely hang its hat on a single, radically new design element. Ruger considered virtually every major component, and those components that haven\u2019t been radically redesigned are nonetheless state-of-the-art. Ruger handguns didn\u2019t integrate one new thing into an existing platform; instead Ruger handguns created several new things and integrated them all into something that was not only workable, but high performing. Ruger handguns represent firearms alchemy, pure and simple.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Ruger LCP .380 ACP & LCR .38 SPL +P Review","post_excerpt":"We test the game changing Ruger LCp .380 acp and RUGER LCr .38 spl +p.\r\n","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"pocket-packin-pistols","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 23:08:02","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 03:08:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2010\/03\/11\/pocket-packin-pistols\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":160066,"post_author":"481","post_date":"2010-02-07 11:44:27","post_date_gmt":"2010-02-07 17:44:27","post_content":"\r\n\r\nSince their first appearance over 50 years ago, Smith & Wesson\u2019s J-frame series has continued to be popular with nearly the whole spectrum of shooters. Men, women and even kids who are being taught to shoot by their parents have long cherished the J-frame. It is also popular with undercover and uniformed police officers who rely upon it as both a primary and back-up gun.\r\n\r\nMuch of its popularity is due to its lightweight and diminutive size, which allows it to be easily concealed and carried with minimum discomfort. However, these same characteristics also make it a tough gun to shoot well, particularly under stress. This notwithstanding, the J-frame is still one of the best-selling revolvers of our time.\r\n\r\nM637 Details<\/strong>\r\nThe latest of the series is the M637, a nice update of the venerable Chief\u2019s Special S&W that was so popular decades ago. This well-conceived and well-executed little snubbie sports nicely shaped rubber stocks, aiding in weapon control and has an eye-pleasing satin finish. All in all, the M637 can be regarded as being one of the nicer .38 Special snubbies ever made.","post_title":"Maximized .38 SPL Snubbie | .38 Special Snub Nose Revolvers","post_excerpt":"Getting the most stopping power out of your Smith & Wesson J-frame!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"maximized-38-spl-snubbie","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-11-07 16:10:11","post_modified_gmt":"2024-11-07 21:10:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2010\/02\/07\/maximized-38-spl-snubbie\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":2},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
BROWSE BY BRAND
Range Time<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The gun feels good though insubstantial in the hand. Despite the sights, it can be brought onto target quickly at close range. The grip frame allows space for only the thumb and first three fingers. Nonetheless, the gun is easily manageable with all but the hottest .380 ACP ammo. One of the reasons that this caliber is experiencing a Renaissance of sorts is the efficacy of the new high-tech bullets available now in all calibers. The LCP is designed for standard pressure rounds and handles such with aplomb. Nonetheless, the little gun perked along without incident regardless of what was loaded in it during testing. Accuracy at close range was very satisfactory. This is a gun for conversational distance, which just happens to be the distance of most gunfights.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe sculpted grip of the LCP offers surprisingly good ergonomics for such a small pistol.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nRUGER LCr .38 spl +p<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Ruger eliminated unnecessary weight from the cylinder while making a bold statement.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nLCR Details<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The LCR\u2019s trigger was excellent for a DOA wheelgun, with a long, smooth stroke.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nRange Time<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The handling of the Ruger handguns were a pleasant surprise. Ergonomics are generally not the strong suit of small frame snubbies. However, this is one of the easiest guns to get used to, and the grips are primarily responsible. An unanticipated advantage of the polymer grip frame is that it promotes a slight muzzle heaviness. This advantageous balance is generally not expected in a gun with a 1.875-inch barrel. The smooth-faced trigger is excellent for a DAO revolver. It feels much lighter than the 10 pounds, 6 ounces ours measures. It is smooth and consistent with virtually no stacking.<\/p>\n\n\n\nFinal Notes<\/strong> on the Ruger Handguns<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
These new Ruger handguns represents, if not a quantum leap, then certainly a major step. It is an entirely new approach to small revolver design that doesn\u2019t merely hang its hat on a single, radically new design element. Ruger considered virtually every major component, and those components that haven\u2019t been radically redesigned are nonetheless state-of-the-art. Ruger handguns didn\u2019t integrate one new thing into an existing platform; instead Ruger handguns created several new things and integrated them all into something that was not only workable, but high performing. Ruger handguns represent firearms alchemy, pure and simple.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Ruger LCP .380 ACP & LCR .38 SPL +P Review","post_excerpt":"We test the game changing Ruger LCp .380 acp and RUGER LCr .38 spl +p.\r\n","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"pocket-packin-pistols","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 23:08:02","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 03:08:02","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2010\/03\/11\/pocket-packin-pistols\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":160066,"post_author":"481","post_date":"2010-02-07 11:44:27","post_date_gmt":"2010-02-07 17:44:27","post_content":"\r\n\r\nSince their first appearance over 50 years ago, Smith & Wesson\u2019s J-frame series has continued to be popular with nearly the whole spectrum of shooters. Men, women and even kids who are being taught to shoot by their parents have long cherished the J-frame. It is also popular with undercover and uniformed police officers who rely upon it as both a primary and back-up gun.\r\n\r\nMuch of its popularity is due to its lightweight and diminutive size, which allows it to be easily concealed and carried with minimum discomfort. However, these same characteristics also make it a tough gun to shoot well, particularly under stress. This notwithstanding, the J-frame is still one of the best-selling revolvers of our time.\r\n\r\nM637 Details<\/strong>\r\nThe latest of the series is the M637, a nice update of the venerable Chief\u2019s Special S&W that was so popular decades ago. This well-conceived and well-executed little snubbie sports nicely shaped rubber stocks, aiding in weapon control and has an eye-pleasing satin finish. All in all, the M637 can be regarded as being one of the nicer .38 Special snubbies ever made.","post_title":"Maximized .38 SPL Snubbie | .38 Special Snub Nose Revolvers","post_excerpt":"Getting the most stopping power out of your Smith & Wesson J-frame!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"maximized-38-spl-snubbie","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-11-07 16:10:11","post_modified_gmt":"2024-11-07 21:10:11","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2010\/02\/07\/maximized-38-spl-snubbie\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":2},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
