Ruger LCR 22LR Double-Action Revolver

 

Packed with the latest technological advances and features required by today’s most demanding shooters, the Ruger® LCR® is the evolution of the revolver. The Ruger® LCR® is a lightweight, small-frame revolver with a uniquely smooth trigger and highly manageable recoil.

When the Ruger LCR was introduced, it was considered well ahead of its time. The company made use of modern manufacturing technology by using a hybrid aluminum and polymer frame as opposed to a typical alloy-only setup.

The high-strength stainless steel cylinder is extensively fluted (reducing weight) and features an Ionbond Diamondblack finish for excellent durability. The monolithic frame, which supports the cylinder and barrel, is made from aerospace grade, 7000 series aluminum.

The LCR’s manufacturing process helped to lower the price of the revolvers and its contemporary appeal was emphasized in initial marketing campaigns.

The original came in with a .38 special offering that weighed 13.8 ounces unloaded.

The company later released a model that could handle Magnum power loads but weighed a couple of ounces more and used a steel frame instead of the aluminum of the original.

 

Ruger has introduced various models of the LCR throughout the years that have all been reasonably popular.

While many were skeptical of the more modern approach to the revolver, the Ruger LCR has earned its place in the American revolver market.

 

Ruger LCR 22LR

 

Size/Purpose

The Ruger LCR was designed for self-defense and concealed carry.

There are a lot of advantages to having a simple, lightweight, easy-to-use revolver.

The Ruger LCR checks all those boxes.

Weight

As I said earlier, the weight of the original LCR was 13.8 ounces.

That’s still the weight of the .38 special variants. Their Magnum power variants add a bit extra weight to the gun, however, coming in at around 17 ounces.

Depending on the caliber and capacity of your LCR, the weight might vary a little bit.

That said, all LCRs are very lightweight weapons.

Frame 

The frame of the LCR is what made it different from most of its competitors.

It features a polymer lower unit that holds the trigger, grip, and hammer.

The upper portion of the firearm has the cylinder and barrel made from aluminum in the standard and steel in the Magnum variant.

These frames hold a barrel insert, making it a little bit different from most of the other revolvers on the market.

The frame itself is well-rounded and doesn’t have any sharp, pointy parts that could poke through or make carry uncomfortable for the shooter.

Caliber & Barrel Length

The Ruger LCR is available in multiple different calibers and configurations but is most commonly sold with a 1.87-inch barrel. Y

ou can get this version of the gun in both .38 special and 22LR. The Magnum variant of the Ruger LCR has a couple more caliber offerings with .22 Magnum, .327 Magnum, .357 Magnum, and 9mm.

 

Firearm Specifications

 

• • Manufacturer: Ruger
  • Catalog Number: LCR-22
  • Model Number: 5410
  • Caliber: 22 LR
  • Finish: Matte Black, Synergistic Hard Coat
  • Grip: Hogue® Tamer™ Monogrip®
  • Front Sight: Replaceable, Pinned Ramp
  • Rear Sight: U-Notch Integral
  • Cylinder Finish: Ionbond Diamondblack™
  • Barrel Length: 1.875 in
  • Overall Length: 6.50 in
  • Height: 4.50 in
  • Width: 1.28 in
  • Weight: 14.90 oz.
  • Capacity: 8
  • Twist: 1:16 RH
  • Grooves: 6
  • MA Approved & Certified: Yes
  • CA Approved: Yes

 

Caliber offerings in the three-inch barrel are a little more limited.

 

The three-inch barrel variant with a standard frame is available in .22 and .38 special, but you can get the gun in .22 Magnum and .357 Magnum when you move up to the three-inch Magnum version.

 

Unfortunately, there is no .327 Magnum offering, which is the caliber I would like to see on an LCR with a three-inch.

 

 

Capacity

 

The capacity of the Ruger LCR series depends on the caliber which you choose.

If you choose the .22 variant, you’ll get eight rounds of .22 LR in the gun, but if you go with .22 Magnum, you’ll only get six.

The .327 Federal Magnum also gets six rounds in the Ruger LCR, while the 9mm, .357, and .38 versions only get five rounds’ capacity.

When you’re carrying a gun like a revolver, capacity can make a big difference.

One extra round might not sound a lot, but when you’re going from five to six that can make a massive difference.

 

 

How To Ship Firearms (Pistol & Rifles) Safely

 

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• Before making a purchase, please make sure you have secured a licensed FLL Dealer within your area. GunUtility Store can locate a FLL Dealer within their network effectively at an additional cost of $50.
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