I have the LCR in 327 Federal Magnum. It can shot 32 Short, 32 S&W Long, 32 H&R Magnum, and 327 Federal Magnum. I haven’t had an issue getting ammo for it. When everyone is searching for 9mm, sometimes it’s worth getting something different. In one word it’s FUN to shoot this revolver. And who doesn’t like having a .32 in his pocket for fun like Bad Bad Leroy Brown.
@@freddydee270 I just purchased two boxes of 327 Fed Mag (50 count) for 20 bucks. The local gun store told me I can purchase all I want. This was my first shooting with the full capacity load. I walked away thinking, I need a bigger gun.
I have a Ruger LCR in 9mm. I used to use the moonclips that Ruger gave in the box, but I stopped, because I hated wasting time loading and unloading the moonclips. Now I just "cheat" by holding the cylinder with one hand, while twisting the pushrod to the right and pushing the rod in. That little twisting motion is enough to catch the rims of the 9mm rounds and extract them.
Years ago, I purchased a Smith & Wesson Model 940. It's stainless steel with a 3 inch barrel in 9MM. I'm still able to find the moon clips at Brownell's. The pistol is a joy to shoot but it is loud. I've never had any problems with bullet movement but I think I solved that problem. Being a handloader for years I knew this could happen, so I used a Lee factory crimp die on each 9mm round.
Thank you sir for another fine presentation! I am 65 years old now and live in a fairly decent city, but in a low income area. I am on Social Security myself. Poor people are very, very often nice decent people but they don’t get the police services the more affluent do. There are more predators in poor neighborhoods. I have lately been feeling anxious and experienced threatening behavior from the local punks. So I am seriously considering buying one of these 9mm LCRX revolvers. I am not going down easy. Thanks and good health to you!
Just don't end up like that old guy who sat in his basement, lying in wait for two teenagers to break in and then blasted them both and went to prison.
You should look into buying a Hi-Point semi-automatic pistol. It has a 10 round clip and is very affordable. It comes in .380, 9mm, 10mm, .40 , and.45 calibers.
nah speedloader strip or 9mm mag to use as a speed loader and i printed a tool to simultaneously poke all the empties out, then feed strip or thumb in from mag fresh rounds... fires just fine w.out moonclips, the rounds headspace ok
@@bighomie6283 i found that speedbeez makes a better carry moonclip (no slits so firmer), id practice w ruger moonclips but carry tk custom or speedbeez.. also ruger makes a moonclip holder that can be worn on your belt for quicker access, also uses compression so it is open top and at the ready
There's a trick to not lose your moon clips. I just leave the empties in them until I'm ready to put more ammo in. It's a lot easier to lose a tiny metal disc than a handfull of shells held by the same disc.
I can confirm moonclips are not need to fire a round out of the LCRx. You'll just have to load a round one at a time, to eject the casing just slightly turn ejector and it will grab the casings. Moonclips are convenient but not needed.
Use a 9mm semi auto mag to quickly load the cylinder. People have been doing this with Charter Arms revolvers for a while and the Ruger would be even easier since you don't have to overcome the 'nubs' in the Charter Arms.
I have owned the LCR9, and now own a SP101 9. The only ammo I have had an issue with is Blazer Brass. I actually had a bullet come out and lock up the cylinder with Blazer. I normally shoot Winchester, Federal or Fiocchi with no problems at all.
Moon clip revolvers have long interested me, starting with 45 ACP. The main problem is that no one seems to make a pouch spe ific to moon clips. A speedloader pouch will work, but i don't think you can stack 2 in a single pouch. Someone mentioned nesting the clips together face to face in their pocket. That might work in a speedloader pouch. I remember velocity tests a few years back which indicated that the 9mm did not lose all that much velocity from a revolver- the chamber essentially adds to the barrel length. I mentioned these to my lady to possibly replace her POS SCCY 9mm (she lives in another state). 17.5 oz is good- still 1.5 oz lighter than a steel J-frame. The trigger looks great too- 10 lbs or less is fine. All in all, a pretty good package. I haven't had a chance to try the 327, but it is also intriguing
I've been carrying the LCR in .38 for a couple years now. My last job at a restaurant in ankle carry (I know not best option) and now in my belt. I choose it over semi autos because I hit well with it and the lines of the revolver disappear better in my belt line. Both jobs require no printing because of a non permissive, not illegal, environment. Plus we have a dress code that requires more tight fitting clothing. Definitely prefer more rounds and semi automatic but at least I have a gun with me.
Why would you carry as a waiter 🤣 🤣 🤣 especially when it could cost you your job, leave it in your car like all the line cooks do lololol. Thanks for protecting dennys mr.rambo. this ain't pulp fiction. A restraunt is the worst place to rob since any number of the patrons could be armed. Your going to print and eventually get caught by your boss when you get narced on by your coworker or any patron who looks for that type of thing. Sounds like your either A. A felon B. Not liscensed to carry a firearm C. Dealing drugs and are so paranoid about getting wacked you feel the need to be armed. Your going to get caught and its not worth it. Please follow the law or move somewhere its legal.
@@vividfiber6668 This has to be the dumbest response I've ever seen. For one, you assume a lot. Second not a waiter. I was a cook. Why carry it as a cook? Not because I'm scared of randomly getting into a gun fight with a crazy patron, mainly because we are there later than anyone else. There isn't good lighting, and we have been harassed/threatened by people multiple times while taking out the trash or dumping our oil. Addressing the other assumptions. 1) I'm not a felon nor have I ever been arrested. 2) It's not illegal to carry at my job. Non permissive is I work with anti gun people. 3) I have been licensed to carry ever since I turned 21. 4) I don't deal drugs nor have I ever. 5)Carrying a gun means you're paranoid now? Yeah no. 6) A restaurant is the worse place to rob? What about a gun shop? Lastly, acting like things don't happen at common places (while very very rare) is naive. I'm not saying to be paranoid, rather it's okay to be prepared. Should I not carry a pocket knife or a flashlight? What about spare clothes I always keep in my car in case of emergency? Growing up I learned that things happen. Sometimes it would be nice to have certain items. I learned that by not having them at that moment. So even though it's a small chance I'll need these things, man it would be nice if I did.
@@barcelona2170 your still putting your job at risk and you know it. If i found out one of my cooks had a gun on line id fire them on the spot immediately. Also, the dish bitches are there the latest. I know because ive never uad another job in my entire life and I own my own restraunt.
Also, whar good is defending yourself when youll be arrested and charged for doing so by having your gun in an area your not supposed to? Thanks again for protecting dennys mr.rambo. your a true patriot.
Thanks for a very well done review! I’ve had the LCR in 9mm for several months now, firing mostly quality ammo without any misfires or evidence of crimp-jump. On the low end of quality I’ve shot a couple hundred rounds of Venom 115gr FMJ (~$0.30 per). Purchased as a backup and initially recoil was a bit much for Mrs. (her regular is a G19) but she is getting more comfortable with it using a firmer grip.
If your wife can barely handle a 9mm LCR then please don’t let her shoot a snub nose LCR in a high pressure .357 magnum as it will terrify her! Godspeed
I owned one for a while. (The non-exposed hammer (in 9mm)) Shot hundreds of rounds through it. Tried many different types of ammo. All brands had the same issue (some brands fared better then others) All types of 9 mm ammo i shot had issues with crimp jumping on the 5th round. If the gun was significantly heavier, or had some other way to lesson the recoil, it would lower the problems with the rounds jumping the crimp. I found the gun to be a fun gun, but not consistent or predictable to consider for protection of any form. Pass on this one. Good on Sootch for discussing the crimp jumping issue!
Crimp jumping is alot more common with cheap ammo, so self defense loads shouldnt be a problem. Even so you can use 115 hollow points and you'd be fine 99.99% of the time
I tried the LCRX at the gunshop yesterday, and the trigger was surprisingly smooth. I'd definitely consider it if I was looking for a small EDC revolver
Thank you. Very well done. I did not realize the 9 mm moon clip was all one piece, I guess because I have seen 6 round revolvers with 3+3 two piece clips. (An acquaintance of mine once said, "If you have not stopped the threat in 3 rounds, you had better get behind cover!")
I bought 1 in DA only for the wif a few years back. Great little revolver. 2 clips fit perfectly in a prescription bottle, 15 rounds in the palm of your hand. 🇺🇸💪
I had one of these but DA only but foolishly traded it off. It's a great gun and I shot well over 1,000 rounds without issue. I had ZERO crimp jump and from others I've talked with, they did not have that problem, either. Is it possible? Yes, but it's not something I'd worry about, with decent quality ammo.
Ruger LCR series is the best new revolver design on the market. And I’d opine it is the world’s best small-frame revolver. The light trigger and superb grip design make it great. I’ve put substantial amounts of Winchester and Speer LE 9mm +P though mine and never had a bullet jump the case. I can count the number of light primer hits on one hand and still have fingers left over. You need A LOT of spare moon clips for the LCR 9mm.
outstanding video! Retired 34 year LEO here. Im looking to trade my old 1986 S&W 30 chiefs special and perhaps acquire this gun! Always liked Ruger! I own the LCP2 , 9mm's of every size, and a few PC9 rifles. I always wanted a Ruger GP100 357! Bottom Line, after seeing the vid, i would go shop for this gun! TY
My best friend has a DAO Snub nose in .357. The trigger is amazing for DAO. It’s probably the greatest lightweight DAO revolver ever made! Absolutely better than the “scandium” revolvers S&W came out with in the early 2k’s that all the cops hated! It’s been torture tested with thousands of rounds by multiple highly reliable sources with no microscopic hairline cracks in the frame. The problem is simple, you can’t deny the laws of physics. It can easily handle high pressure/hot .357 loads but the recoil is brutal with anything above standard pressure .38 special. It can handle my favorite 125grn .357mag+p but the bloody thing practically wants to jump out of your hand. With all due respect, I’d rather have your piece in 8’ shot .22LR than 5 shot 9mm. Sweet revolved though. I’d highly recommend a good speed loader. P.s. All these people talking about how “ugly” the LCR is are talking out their are! It’s a good looking “black gun”. The Punisher would be proud. Godspeed
Paul Harrell did a video on the LCR 9 and tested for "crimp jump" It's toward the end of the video; excellent video linked below. I have the Taurus 905 9mm and have had NO issues with "crimp jump" But the 905 is a heavier gun, this issue in more likely in the lighter LCR. I have had one issue with "crimp jump" but it was in my LCR 38 special 14 ounce gun! It happened recently, had little 38 special to practice with so I used an old box of CCI aluminum case FBI load. That is a +p 158 grain bullet and I think it was 25 or 30 years old, thought I would shoot my old ammo up. The 3rd or 4th bullet jumped and jammed the gun twice!! Used my pocked knife to push it back and took the offending cartridge out. I finished the last of the box one at a time; and put the offending cartridges in the bad box at the range. The range master said he sees this more with aluminum case than brass. Could be and or the old box and heavy load for a light gun. Thought I would share, and yes I was shooting aluminum cased 9mm in the 905, although it was newer and 115gr. Ruger LCR 9 Millimeter ruclips.net/video/eIsy9gg1S58/видео.html
You're exactly backwards on how the transfer bar works. The hammer doesn't touch the firing pin, except when the trigger raises the transfer bar, which, wait for it... *transfers* the impact.
I love my Dads Ruger LCR in 38 special !!!!!!!!!!!!! Another awesome review, Sootch00 !!!!!!!!! As always long live the Republic my friend !!!!!!!!!!!!
I’ve shot my sister in laws 357LCR with full power magnums and let me tell you even with the Hogue Tamer grips it sucked! She shot two rds and she never shot it again! She only shoots 38 Spl in it. Lol 😬😆
@@papimaximus95 no but you should at least practice with ammo that somewhat resembles the recoil of your carry round. If you only practice with 38s and carry 357s you wont hit worth a shit when it counts.
Thanks for the review. I got to where the bullet can creep out of the casing and stopped. For self defense, that was a deal breaker. I will get a 38+p or 357 and not worry about it.
Thank you Sir! Great vid! I've been researching the LCR for a while now and I think I've narrowed it down to the 9 mm or the .38 special. As a first time revolver owner Im still learning and love tbe features of the LCR. Appreciate all the info! 👌
I'm not a fan of using semi auto ammo in revolvers. Get the 38 special, the 357 magnum, or the 327 magnum. Don't waste your time on the 9mm version it's a gimmick novelty gun IMHO
Watched this way back when it came out. Last fall decided I wanted a new caliber to load so I picked up a .327 fed LCR. The Mrs. shot it and took it from me for her EDC. She likes it better than the Shield she's carried for several years. SO...I of course needed a 'replacement', and my FFL just happened to have this on hand. Since I already have half a dozen 9X19, I thought 'why not?' I carry a strip instead of an extra clip on the occasions I do carry it. The clip in it pops out quickly, but it runs fine with 'loose' rounds. Of course not all will fall out every time, but on the occasions I would carry this one I don't expect to need more than 10 rounds. I can't figure out a way to carry with the moon clips that doesn't add too much bulk. And shooting my 9mm reloads is cheaper than .38 or .327 Fed/.32 H&R reloads. I have ran several hundred rounds through it, and no issues with bullet shift, but I do put a factory crimp every round I load.
After several years I traded my J-frame 38 spec for something with more capacity and more pleasant to shoot. It was a great little gun for carry but the recoil was excessive for range shooting.
I have this revolver but mine doesnt have a hammer. My husband bought it for me so I can easily shoot it. He has a Springfeild pistol and even though I really like it, its heavier and sometimes I didnt have the hand strength to pull it back. He chose something easier for me to use and lighter. Im pretty accurate with it. I do like this gun except that the recoil of it hurts the thumb pad on my palm very quickly. I use a glove to help but after going through about 20 rounds in practice I have to rest my hand. It even makes my husband's hand hurt the next day.
What you failed to mention is that out of that length barrel, the 9mm is ballistics wise. Is better than or equal to most rounds of 357, and +P 38 special. So this would be a good backup for any 9mm semi auto carries.
I've never seen anything to substantiate that. Everything I've seen shows 9mm almost equalling performance but never exceeding the performance of a 357 out of a 2" barrel. Anything bigger than a 9mm out of a gun that small is excessive anyway.
If you have horded tons of 9mm ammo and you’re not much of a gunsmith and don’t keep extra parts for your semi auto 9s (like me) this would seem like a must have pistol if you fancy yourself a prepper at all.👌
I’ve got the Ruger 357 mag 5” Blackhawk with the 9mm conversion barrel but it’s kindof heavy and not really concealable, I doubt that be my first choice to grab to go on the run. I’d like to pick up that LCR in 9mm👍🏻
Bryan Adams so you expect that you will be shooting so much in this on the run scenario, that you will be consistently breaking semi autos? And if you are in that many shootouts, don't you think it would be better to carry a gun that holds more than 5 rounds?
Glad he mentioned the crimp jump problem.-I owned the DAO version of this revolver. I was unable to find fmj ammo that wouldn't jump/unseat, and it was inconsistent. Sometimes bullets would fall out, sometimes not. I ended up trading for 38 spl. version and have been really happy with that.
I have owned the LCR9mm since it first came out. Yes there are some very cheap ammo that will jump the crimp. But just about any quality ammo works great. I have about 10,000 rounds through mine and have not had a Crimp jump since I first owned it and quickly found out what ammo was not to be used. Like cheap reloads bought on the internet. Crimp jump issues was so over the top BS period. Probably cheap ammo combined with limp Wristing.
I have a old Ruger Speed 6 in 9mm. Back in the day they were rare. My issue was that for a mid-size revolver I could be carrying a .357mag. That said I love it, if I had issues with my reloads be too long, I would load them into the Ruger and shoot them all up. I think that the Benifits as a back up gun cannt be over stated. These run the same rounds as your primary, this allows you to move between the two firearms, and yet you have a second weapon that I would feel comfortable to handing it off to someone else and they would be able to operate it because the manual of arms is so easy (cannt say that about autos). Two is one one is none.
@@enricomandragona163 - back in the day it was rumored that Ruger was approached by the Israeli government to for revolvers for police forces (undercover) and they wanted ammo comparability with the UZI. Over runs on that contract were then sold on the American market. Not sure it that was true.
The problem with bullets coming out of the case is no joke. Happened to me twice with a box of 158 grain Remington round nose a few years ago. And that wasn't a 9mm. That was a standard pressure .38 spl.
Who needs that constant worry that this 9mm may jam. Reliability has to be 100% . A 99% reliable revolver doesn’t cut the mustard. Thank you for a balanced and candid review on this 9mm revolver.
@Todd Spikes its like anything now. Tight. But, this also shoots. 32 acp and .32 magnum. You can get 500 rounds of .327 and it would last you a year. You're not goin to shoot this much. It's for self defense
With all the chaos of late, I stopped carrying a revolver and got a Glock 43 and a handfull of mags. I love J frames, but I need a better fighting gun. I still keep my Smith under the pillow.
The problem I have is how to carry additional rounds in a moon clip. They ought to offer some type of carry pouch you could slip in your pocket and not worry about possibly bending the moon clip.
You explained the transfer bar the opposite way it works. The transfer bar comes up when the trigger is pulled to transfer the hammers momentum to the firing pin.
Don, Great revirw as usual. I've been wanting one of these 4 a long time. Hard 2 find these days, but I'll keep looking. Thx, Best Regards From Phx., Az. Robert
I was hoping for a good review on this firearm. Yall knocked it out the park. Did you use a heavier ammo? 115 is a lighter round. I want to get my hands on this firearm Thanks for sharing 🇺🇸
Ruger could have made it even more compact if they had shorten the cylinder and frame to the length of the 9x19 like Korth did it with the Sky Marshall.
Thanks for another great video👍 I like having a backup to my main CCW gun. I consider it being prepared not paranoid. Usually it's a S&W 642 .38 Special in a pocket holster in my right front pants pocket. Remington makes 9 mm defense ammo for short barrel guns!! I like the idea of a hidden hammer like the S&W 642. The 642 in 9 mm are hard to find and expensive. The chances of catching the hammer on clothing when you draw have convinced me to carry a internal hammer. Just bought the LCR with hidden hammer. I'll have to fire it enough to make sure it's reliable with carry ammo. Also with 9 mm ammo usually being more readily available than .38 special is something to consider. But having both a snub nose in .38 special and 9 mm you have your bases covered for your backup gun. Snub nose revolvers are the orginal 'New York City Reload'👮♂️ Cheers
I picked up one of these used about a year ago for $300 and have enjoyed it quite a bit. Only time I've experienced "crimp jump" is when I let someone else shoot who used a loose grip and the final round came out enough to prevent the cylinder from rotating. I've personally shot nearly 200 rounds of 115 grain FMJ from a number of manufacturers and not once had an issue. I would suspect shooting 124 grain or +P loads with their increased recoil may be slightly more prone to crimp jump, but if you have a proper grip this should greatly help to reduce the likelihood of it happening (especially when using quality ammo).
Sootch .. good job telling the importance of working the double action with lots of practice and not just firing with single action. I don't remember any other gun channel talking about that with an emphasis as you did.
@@troy9477 not really. standard orange one. it's only 5 rounds. moon clip holds them pretty close together. i can fit two loaded clips in the one i have. would like to find one that holds three.
It's cool to see the snub revolvers in different calibers. It could be a good option for people that have trouble with recoil management. But I will still stick w/my .38 and .357 snubs. I am leary of the moon clips and the ejector not able to fully eject the case.
I have the hammerless version. First time on the range.. the last two rounds would be out of the casing after shooting the first three.. and lock up the cylinder. Thought it was the gun.. find out its the fmj ammo. Was shooting 115g fmj.. and they all do it.. regardless of fmj grain. Can only shoot defensive rounds (they won't jump the crimp from the recoil). Now shooting 124g+p.. never had any issues.. except for the recoil sting.. woo buddy.. youll remember your day at the range with this gun. I like the moon clips.. bought some extras. Thats my two cents.
I think you got the transfer bar part backwards. It can only fire if the bar is lifted in place. That's what makes it drop safe. The firing pin can't contact the primer without that bar there.
Blazer brass 9mm all the bullets fall out in my experience, Remington and fiocchi have been great. Additionally steel case gets stuck even with the moon clips, they must expand more then brass.
Brass should expand more than steel as it’s a softer metal. This is why my ar gets so filthy when I should steel. It doesn’t expand as much, therefore not sealing off the gases and carbon blowing back.
Umm transfer bar works by raising up as the trigger is pulled to transfer energy from hammer to firing pin on other Ruger revolvers. Is this some how designed to be completely opposite? And as an aside you might look for 9MM Federal ammo to try. It is a rimmed 9MM that Charter Arms used in their Pit Bull revolvers a few decades ago. If you can find some it might be worth while.
Nice review. But it's ironic that this should come out now that 9mm is so hard to get in the US. IMO, the only advantage is cheaper ammo than other typical ammo for revolvers. So maybe nice for the range. The moonclip thing is clever, but looks precarious. The big advantage that revolvers have over semi-autos is the variety of ammo they shoot. From the most powerful of the useful calibres (357) to ingenious loads like wadcutters and 410s. The biggest issue with little revolvers (IMO) is not hurting your hand or your ears while defending yourself, so you can stay on target when it counts. Chris of Lucky Gunner suggests that it's best to use a heavy small revolver with a mild cartridge: 38 Wadcutter for example. That makes sense to me. If the revolver has adjustable sights like the LCRx, so much the better, since wadcutters need sighting in. Upgrading to the power and recoil of 9mm seems like going off on a tangent to me.
@@papimaximus95 Haha. Worse than that! Nobody has anything more than a hunting shotgun where I live. But potential newbies in the US must be even more frustrated than I am. There are so many reviews for 9mm handguns, but so few are available, and almost zero ammo. Maybe you're the hoarder who bought it all! 🤔 Enjoy your handguns. I envy you!
Excellent review and I carry the 9mm LCRx. One thing I have noticed about the 9mm is that it's finicky when using some nickel plated defense ammo. I have no issue with target ammo, like the Fiocchi you tested, because the shell casing has a slight taper at the bottom. It allows the cylinder to close easily. Some nickel plated JHP ammo (like Federal HST) has a squared off shell casing and the clearance when closing the cylinder is too tight in my opinion. A rub mark has formed on my SS frame from using this ammo. Just a watch out and I would avoid nickel plated ammo in 9mm.
Sootch00 was probably thinking of the ones made in .38 special. You are correct that any LCR or LCRx chambering a higher pressure cartridge (.357 mag, .327 mag, 9mm) uses a stainless steel frame. It is just the ones made for lower pressure cartridges (.38 special, .22 LR, .22 WMR) that use an aluminum frame.
VERY good informative video! Thanks for sharing. Making me rethink the small collection I have > I like the idea of NOT having several different caliber rounds & only one or two > I might change over from my 38 special revolver and 9mm semi's to 9mm semi AND a 9mm revolver....
I like these pocket revolvers. The thing I would like to see most would be a plastic grip that has texturing like a semi auto. That rubberized grip makes pocket carry and shirt snag an issue. Yes you can always buy awesome wood grips but that's just more money on stuff that's not ammo, range time, and holsters to get comfortable with your gun. As always, do your thing.
Had my buddies S&W 9mm j frame lock up shooting the only time I ever shot it lol. We were shooting Blazer brass and one of the bullets had jumped the crimp far enough that it locked the cylinder up.
Owned one of these. First time out, 2 squibs on 3 different types of factory ammo. Big fail!! Maybe I just got a 🍋 lemon, who knows. Right back to Ruger!!!
I have the LCR in 327 Federal Magnum. It can shot 32 Short, 32 S&W Long, 32 H&R Magnum, and 327 Federal Magnum. I haven’t had an issue getting ammo for it. When everyone is searching for 9mm, sometimes it’s worth getting something different. In one word it’s FUN to shoot this revolver. And who doesn’t like having a .32 in his pocket for fun like Bad Bad Leroy Brown.
And it holds 6 rounds!
How much did you get it for?
@@BwipBwop About 600 dollars including sales tax.
Any issues finding ammo for your 327
@@freddydee270 I just purchased two boxes of 327 Fed Mag (50 count) for 20 bucks. The local gun store told me I can purchase all I want. This was my first shooting with the full capacity load. I walked away thinking, I need a bigger gun.
I have a Ruger LCR in 9mm. I used to use the moonclips that Ruger gave in the box, but I stopped, because I hated wasting time loading and unloading the moonclips. Now I just "cheat" by holding the cylinder with one hand, while twisting the pushrod to the right and pushing the rod in. That little twisting motion is enough to catch the rims of the 9mm rounds and extract them.
You should make a video on that! Sounds like a neat little workaround.
Years ago, I purchased a Smith & Wesson Model 940. It's stainless steel with a 3 inch barrel in 9MM. I'm still able to find the moon clips at Brownell's. The pistol is a joy to shoot but it is loud. I've never had any problems with bullet movement but I think I solved that problem. Being a handloader for years I knew this could happen, so I used a Lee factory crimp die on each 9mm round.
Thank you sir for another fine presentation! I am 65 years old now and live in a fairly decent city, but in a low income area. I am on Social Security myself. Poor people are very, very often nice decent people but they don’t get the police services the more affluent do. There are more predators in poor neighborhoods. I have lately been feeling anxious and experienced threatening behavior from the local punks. So I am seriously considering buying one of these 9mm LCRX revolvers. I am not going down easy.
Thanks and good health to you!
Just don't end up like that old guy who sat in his basement, lying in wait for two teenagers to break in and then blasted them both and went to prison.
You should look into buying a Hi-Point semi-automatic pistol. It has a 10 round clip and is very affordable. It comes in .380, 9mm, 10mm, .40 , and.45 calibers.
@@DOUGLAS55ish 😢
@@TheJoeshExperience and your point?
@@DOUGLAS55ish they're better off buying a used better gun dor HP money
Buy extra moon clips... if you lose them... and over time they may discontinue making them. It is like a semi-auto... buy extra magazines.
nah speedloader strip or 9mm mag to use as a speed loader and i printed a tool to simultaneously poke all the empties out, then feed strip or thumb in from mag fresh rounds... fires just fine w.out moonclips, the rounds headspace ok
@@jxxx2824 good to know!
True Story! 20 clips is a good start. I load them up and slide them down a couple of PVC pipes.
Medicine pill bottles work for me, it keeps my clips from bending
@@bighomie6283 i found that speedbeez makes a better carry moonclip (no slits so firmer), id practice w ruger moonclips but carry tk custom or speedbeez.. also ruger makes a moonclip holder that can be worn on your belt for quicker access, also uses compression so it is open top and at the ready
There's a trick to not lose your moon clips. I just leave the empties in them until I'm ready to put more ammo in. It's a lot easier to lose a tiny metal disc than a handfull of shells held by the same disc.
Kind of seems like the moon clips should come in brighter colors so they aren't so easy to lose.
Paint them
And you sir just opened up a new business, color clips the customized moon clips with engravings and colors!
@@jacobdelgado7343 good idea
Ditto
Z P hell yeah someone needs to make them like that!! It’s so easy to lose them!! You just had a genius idea!!
I can confirm moonclips are not need to fire a round out of the LCRx. You'll just have to load a round one at a time, to eject the casing just slightly turn ejector and it will grab the casings. Moonclips are convenient but not needed.
one at a time is almost useless
I think he's talking about loading vs. the clip which can be loaded all at once@@PatriotSteve
Use a 9mm semi auto mag to quickly load the cylinder. People have been doing this with Charter Arms revolvers for a while and the Ruger would be even easier since you don't have to overcome the 'nubs' in the Charter Arms.
I have owned the LCR9, and now own a SP101 9. The only ammo I have had an issue with is Blazer Brass.
I actually had a bullet come out and lock up the cylinder with Blazer. I normally shoot Winchester, Federal or Fiocchi with no problems at all.
That's insane! Thanks for the heads-up
Moon clip revolvers have long interested me, starting with 45 ACP. The main problem is that no one seems to make a pouch spe ific to moon clips. A speedloader pouch will work, but i don't think you can stack 2 in a single pouch. Someone mentioned nesting the clips together face to face in their pocket. That might work in a speedloader pouch. I remember velocity tests a few years back which indicated that the 9mm did not lose all that much velocity from a revolver- the chamber essentially adds to the barrel length. I mentioned these to my lady to possibly replace her POS SCCY 9mm (she lives in another state). 17.5 oz is good- still 1.5 oz lighter than a steel J-frame. The trigger looks great too- 10 lbs or less is fine. All in all, a pretty good package. I haven't had a chance to try the 327, but it is also intriguing
Guys, this is by far the best trigger pull I have ever had. You know EXACTLY when it wants to break.
very cute revolver
but I like enclosed hammer version more
So do i.
But you can’t pre cock for accuracy with internal hammer. I guess for self defense it doesn’t matter.
Nah hammer gang where it at
I've been carrying the LCR in .38 for a couple years now. My last job at a restaurant in ankle carry (I know not best option) and now in my belt. I choose it over semi autos because I hit well with it and the lines of the revolver disappear better in my belt line. Both jobs require no printing because of a non permissive, not illegal, environment. Plus we have a dress code that requires more tight fitting clothing. Definitely prefer more rounds and semi automatic but at least I have a gun with me.
Why would you carry as a waiter 🤣 🤣 🤣 especially when it could cost you your job, leave it in your car like all the line cooks do lololol. Thanks for protecting dennys mr.rambo. this ain't pulp fiction. A restraunt is the worst place to rob since any number of the patrons could be armed. Your going to print and eventually get caught by your boss when you get narced on by your coworker or any patron who looks for that type of thing. Sounds like your either A. A felon
B. Not liscensed to carry a firearm
C. Dealing drugs and are so paranoid about getting wacked you feel the need to be armed.
Your going to get caught and its not worth it.
Please follow the law or move somewhere its legal.
@@vividfiber6668 This has to be the dumbest response I've ever seen. For one, you assume a lot. Second not a waiter. I was a cook. Why carry it as a cook? Not because I'm scared of randomly getting into a gun fight with a crazy patron, mainly because we are there later than anyone else. There isn't good lighting, and we have been harassed/threatened by people multiple times while taking out the trash or dumping our oil. Addressing the other assumptions. 1) I'm not a felon nor have I ever been arrested. 2) It's not illegal to carry at my job. Non permissive is I work with anti gun people. 3) I have been licensed to carry ever since I turned 21. 4) I don't deal drugs nor have I ever. 5)Carrying a gun means you're paranoid now? Yeah no. 6) A restaurant is the worse place to rob? What about a gun shop?
Lastly, acting like things don't happen at common places (while very very rare) is naive. I'm not saying to be paranoid, rather it's okay to be prepared. Should I not carry a pocket knife or a flashlight? What about spare clothes I always keep in my car in case of emergency? Growing up I learned that things happen. Sometimes it would be nice to have certain items. I learned that by not having them at that moment. So even though it's a small chance I'll need these things, man it would be nice if I did.
@@barcelona2170 your still putting your job at risk and you know it. If i found out one of my cooks had a gun on line id fire them on the spot immediately. Also, the dish bitches are there the latest. I know because ive never uad another job in my entire life and I own my own restraunt.
Also, whar good is defending yourself when youll be arrested and charged for doing so by having your gun in an area your not supposed to? Thanks again for protecting dennys mr.rambo. your a true patriot.
@@vividfiber6668 Are you slow? Like genuinely? Did you not read my reply? Wow.
Thanks for a very well done review!
I’ve had the LCR in 9mm for several months now, firing mostly quality ammo without any misfires or evidence of crimp-jump.
On the low end of quality I’ve shot a couple hundred rounds of Venom 115gr FMJ (~$0.30 per).
Purchased as a backup and initially recoil was a bit much for Mrs. (her regular is a G19) but she is getting more comfortable with it using a firmer grip.
If your wife can barely handle a 9mm LCR then please don’t let her shoot a snub nose LCR in a high pressure .357 magnum as it will terrify her!
Godspeed
Sootch, thank you for painting one nail black to support the children !!!
I owned one for a while. (The non-exposed hammer (in 9mm))
Shot hundreds of rounds through it.
Tried many different types of ammo.
All brands had the same issue (some brands fared better then others)
All types of 9 mm ammo i shot had issues with crimp jumping on the 5th round.
If the gun was significantly heavier, or had some other way to lesson the recoil, it would lower the problems with the rounds jumping the crimp.
I found the gun to be a fun gun, but not consistent or predictable to consider for protection of any form.
Pass on this one.
Good on Sootch for discussing the crimp jumping issue!
Maybe limit 115 grain or less for range time. Carry heavyer when not!!
Crimp jumping is alot more common with cheap ammo, so self defense loads shouldnt be a problem. Even so you can use 115 hollow points and you'd be fine 99.99% of the time
Really? That Much Crimping? With All the ammo you tried?
I also have this gun without the exposed hammer. I hope I dont jinx myself but I have never had an issue with any ammo.
Is the crimp jumping likely possible in alternatives such as Charter Arms Pitbull, or mostly isolated to this Ruger?
I tried the LCRX at the gunshop yesterday, and the trigger was surprisingly smooth.
I'd definitely consider it if I was looking for a small EDC revolver
Thank you. Very well done. I did not realize the 9 mm moon clip was all one piece, I guess because I have seen 6 round revolvers with 3+3 two piece clips. (An acquaintance of mine once said, "If you have not stopped the threat in 3 rounds, you had better get behind cover!")
Hey Donald! Thanks for the support! Sorry for the late reply but I just saw it and wanted to say how much I appreciate it!
I bought 1 in DA only for the wif a few years back. Great little revolver. 2 clips fit perfectly in a prescription bottle, 15 rounds in the palm of your hand. 🇺🇸💪
That’s a good idea, keep them from getting bent.
I had one of these but DA only but foolishly traded it off. It's a great gun and I shot well over 1,000 rounds without issue. I had ZERO crimp jump and from others I've talked with, they did not have that problem, either. Is it possible? Yes, but it's not something I'd worry about, with decent quality ammo.
Ruger LCR series is the best new revolver design on the market. And I’d opine it is the world’s best small-frame revolver. The light trigger and superb grip design make it great. I’ve put substantial amounts of Winchester and Speer LE 9mm +P though mine and never had a bullet jump the case. I can count the number of light primer hits on one hand and still have fingers left over.
You need A LOT of spare moon clips for the LCR 9mm.
outstanding video! Retired 34 year LEO here. Im looking to trade my old 1986 S&W 30 chiefs special and perhaps acquire this gun!
Always liked Ruger! I own the LCP2 , 9mm's of every size, and a few PC9 rifles. I always wanted a Ruger GP100 357!
Bottom Line, after seeing the vid, i would go shop for this gun!
TY
My best friend has a DAO
Snub nose in .357. The trigger is amazing for DAO. It’s probably the greatest lightweight DAO revolver ever made! Absolutely better than the “scandium” revolvers S&W came out with in the early 2k’s that all the cops hated! It’s been torture tested with thousands of rounds by multiple highly reliable sources with no microscopic hairline cracks in the frame.
The problem is simple, you can’t deny the laws of physics. It can easily handle high pressure/hot .357 loads but the recoil is brutal with anything above standard pressure .38 special.
It can handle my favorite 125grn .357mag+p but the bloody thing practically wants to jump out of your hand.
With all due respect, I’d rather have your piece in 8’ shot .22LR than 5 shot 9mm.
Sweet revolved though. I’d highly recommend a good speed loader.
P.s. All these people talking about how “ugly” the LCR is are talking out their are! It’s a good looking “black gun”. The Punisher would be proud.
Godspeed
Your evaluation was excellent. One of the best reviewers I have seen. Very complete.
Paul Harrell did a video on the LCR 9 and tested for "crimp jump"
It's toward the end of the video; excellent video linked below.
I have the Taurus 905 9mm and have had NO issues with "crimp jump"
But the 905 is a heavier gun, this issue in more likely in the lighter LCR.
I have had one issue with "crimp jump" but it was in my LCR 38 special 14 ounce gun!
It happened recently, had little 38 special to practice with so I used an old box of CCI aluminum case FBI load.
That is a +p 158 grain bullet and I think it was 25 or 30 years old, thought I would shoot my old ammo up.
The 3rd or 4th bullet jumped and jammed the gun twice!! Used my pocked knife to push it back and took the offending cartridge out.
I finished the last of the box one at a time; and put the offending cartridges in the bad box at the range.
The range master said he sees this more with aluminum case than brass.
Could be and or the old box and heavy load for a light gun.
Thought I would share, and yes I was shooting aluminum cased 9mm in the 905, although it was newer and 115gr.
Ruger LCR 9 Millimeter
ruclips.net/video/eIsy9gg1S58/видео.html
You're exactly backwards on how the transfer bar works. The hammer doesn't touch the firing pin, except when the trigger raises the transfer bar, which, wait for it... *transfers* the impact.
I love my Dads Ruger LCR in 38 special !!!!!!!!!!!!! Another awesome review, Sootch00 !!!!!!!!! As always long live the Republic my friend !!!!!!!!!!!!
Fun for the range, cost effective but I rather the .357/.38 version.
If you want to shoot .357 out of a lightweight pocket sized revolver knock yourself out.
I’ve shot my sister in laws 357LCR with full power magnums and let me tell you even with the Hogue Tamer grips it sucked! She shot two rds and she never shot it again! She only shoots 38 Spl in it. Lol 😬😆
@@papimaximus95 Your advocating not being proficient with your carry load. Nah.
Get the .327 federal magnum. 6 rounds, capable caliber
@@papimaximus95 no but you should at least practice with ammo that somewhat resembles the recoil of your carry round. If you only practice with 38s and carry 357s you wont hit worth a shit when it counts.
Sootch gives the best handgun and rifle presentations.
I was thinking of getting a S&W 642 but I've changed my mind. The LCR is for me
Sootch is so lucky to have someone sponsor his ammo
September 2020...ammo is very, very, very scarce!
He's still trading his most important asset for it, time...not so lucky, just loves what he does and does it a lot.
I've run 9mm rounds for my LCR through a Lee Factory Crimp Die. This will fix the bullet crimp jump problem.
Does that crimping affect head spacing on the case mouth of the 9mm cartridges? Thanks
Not with moon clips.
Thanks for the review. I got to where the bullet can creep out of the casing and stopped. For self defense, that was a deal breaker. I will get a 38+p or 357 and not worry about it.
Thank you Sir! Great vid! I've been researching the LCR for a while now and I think I've narrowed it down to the 9 mm or the .38 special. As a first time revolver owner Im still learning and love tbe features of the LCR. Appreciate all the info! 👌
I've never heard of Moon clips before. Really cool idea! At first I was like what type of speed loader is this guy using?? Pretty awesome.
I'm not a fan of using semi auto ammo in revolvers. Get the 38 special, the 357 magnum, or the 327 magnum. Don't waste your time on the 9mm version it's a gimmick novelty gun IMHO
@@LA_Commander why?
@@PhilipBern Why what?
I have the LCR 38, great revolver. More comfortable to shoot vs. Airweight.
If you put some Hogue grips on the airweight it shoots 100% better.
Watched this way back when it came out. Last fall decided I wanted a new caliber to load so I picked up a .327 fed LCR. The Mrs. shot it and took it from me for her EDC. She likes it better than the Shield she's carried for several years. SO...I of course needed a 'replacement', and my FFL just happened to have this on hand. Since I already have half a dozen 9X19, I thought 'why not?' I carry a strip instead of an extra clip on the occasions I do carry it. The clip in it pops out quickly, but it runs fine with 'loose' rounds. Of course not all will fall out every time, but on the occasions I would carry this one I don't expect to need more than 10 rounds. I can't figure out a way to carry with the moon clips that doesn't add too much bulk. And shooting my 9mm reloads is cheaper than .38 or .327 Fed/.32 H&R reloads. I have ran several hundred rounds through it, and no issues with bullet shift, but I do put a factory crimp every round I load.
After several years I traded my J-frame 38 spec for something with more capacity and more pleasant to shoot.
It was a great little gun for carry but the recoil was excessive for range shooting.
What did you end up getting?
@@benjamintrahan6745 M&P9C 2.0...I love it
Just put some good quality Hogue grips on the J frame and it's much more pleasant to shoot. A very cheap and easy mod to make the gun much better.
I have this revolver but mine doesnt have a hammer. My husband bought it for me so I can easily shoot it. He has a Springfeild pistol and even though I really like it, its heavier and sometimes I didnt have the hand strength to pull it back. He chose something easier for me to use and lighter. Im pretty accurate with it. I do like this gun except that the recoil of it hurts the thumb pad on my palm very quickly. I use a glove to help but after going through about 20 rounds in practice I have to rest my hand. It even makes my husband's hand hurt the next day.
What you failed to mention is that out of that length barrel, the 9mm is ballistics wise. Is better than or equal to most rounds of 357, and +P 38 special. So this would be a good backup for any 9mm semi auto carries.
I've never seen anything to substantiate that.
Everything I've seen shows 9mm almost equalling performance but never exceeding the performance of a 357 out of a 2" barrel.
Anything bigger than a 9mm out of a gun that small is excessive anyway.
Thumbs up for Sootch and his great reviews!!!!!
I have the 327 LCR. Can't recommend the Ergo "Delta" grip enough, hardly any recoil at all.
If you have horded tons of 9mm ammo and you’re not much of a gunsmith and don’t keep extra parts for your semi auto 9s (like me) this would seem like a must have pistol if you fancy yourself a prepper at all.👌
Glady noted. I will remember this bit of advice until it comes to fruition. 😉
Or, use the $500 to buy enough spare Glock parts to rebuild your gun 5-10 times over.
collin carroll I definitely will not be worrying about fixing or rebuilding semi auto handguns in a long term SHTF on the run senario. 👍🏻😏
I’ve got the Ruger 357 mag 5” Blackhawk with the 9mm conversion barrel but it’s kindof heavy and not really concealable, I doubt that be my first choice to grab to go on the run. I’d like to pick up that LCR in 9mm👍🏻
Bryan Adams so you expect that you will be shooting so much in this on the run scenario, that you will be consistently breaking semi autos? And if you are in that many shootouts, don't you think it would be better to carry a gun that holds more than 5 rounds?
Great revolver. I own the LCR version in 9MM with the enclosed hammer. Great carry piece. I have about 500 rounds thru it
Any crimp issues?
@@Airplanetyson never and I’m over 1,000 thru it.. has never happened.
@@millemaolchannel8608 thank you!!
Glad he mentioned the crimp jump problem.-I owned the DAO version of this revolver. I was unable to find fmj ammo that wouldn't jump/unseat, and it was inconsistent. Sometimes bullets would fall out, sometimes not. I ended up trading for 38 spl. version and have been really happy with that.
I have owned the LCR9mm since it first came out. Yes there are some very cheap ammo that will jump the crimp. But just about any quality ammo works great. I have about 10,000 rounds through mine and have not had a Crimp jump since I first owned it and quickly found out what ammo was not to be used. Like cheap reloads bought on the internet. Crimp jump issues was so over the top BS period. Probably cheap ammo combined with limp Wristing.
@@shortbarrel6781 it may have just been cheap ammo, it was federal, and hornady, and blaser brass. But there was no limp wristing
Better than a .357 snubbie. Powerful enough, same capacity, but cheaper to shoot. Thanks for sharing.
I have a old Ruger Speed 6 in 9mm. Back in the day they were rare. My issue was that for a mid-size revolver I could be carrying a .357mag. That said I love it, if I had issues with my reloads be too long, I would load them into the Ruger and shoot them all up. I think that the Benifits as a back up gun cannt be over stated. These run the same rounds as your primary, this allows you to move between the two firearms, and yet you have a second weapon that I would feel comfortable to handing it off to someone else and they would be able to operate it because the manual of arms is so easy (cannt say that about autos). Two is one one is none.
Agreed! I didn't know that Ruger made a 9 mm revolver speed 6
@@enricomandragona163 - back in the day it was rumored that Ruger was approached by the Israeli government to for revolvers for police forces (undercover) and they wanted ammo comparability with the UZI. Over runs on that contract were then sold on the American market. Not sure it that was true.
The problem with bullets coming out of the case is no joke. Happened to me twice with a box of 158 grain Remington round nose a few years ago. And that wasn't a 9mm. That was a standard pressure .38 spl.
Love the fast reload of the 9mm LCR!!
Who needs that constant worry that this 9mm may jam. Reliability has to be 100% . A 99% reliable revolver doesn’t cut the mustard. Thank you for a balanced and candid review on this 9mm revolver.
I have this revolver. I have never had it jam no matter which kind of 9mm I use.
The cartridge jumping / protrusion (or what’s it called) has never been a concern or worry for you? Are you very satisfied to pull this for defense?
This is one of my favorites and my favorite revolver had mine in 38 snub and was running 158 grain hollow points thru it is very surprising
Thanks from Czech Republic 😉
15:16 Don't forget it's also available in 327 Federal Magnum. 👍
Actually that's a much better caliber. 6 rounds vs. 5 rounds and no moon clips
@Todd Spikes its like anything now. Tight. But, this also shoots. 32 acp and .32 magnum. You can get 500 rounds of .327 and it would last you a year. You're not goin to shoot this much. It's for self defense
With all the chaos of late, I stopped carrying a revolver and got a Glock 43 and a handfull of mags. I love J frames, but I need a better fighting gun. I still keep my Smith under the pillow.
The problem I have is how to carry additional rounds in a moon clip. They ought to offer some type of carry pouch you could slip in your pocket and not worry about possibly bending the moon clip.
You explained the transfer bar the opposite way it works. The transfer bar comes up when the trigger is pulled to transfer the hammers momentum to the firing pin.
I have experience with one of these. Buyer beware of the crimp jumping issue. I experienced it several times with different ammo.
If it does in this Ruger, is it likely possible it would do it in alternatives such as Charter Pitbull?
I was looking for you to do a reload. Thanks for the video
Don,
Great revirw as usual.
I've been wanting one of these 4 a long time. Hard 2 find these days, but I'll keep looking.
Thx,
Best Regards
From Phx., Az.
Robert
I was hoping for a good review on this firearm. Yall knocked it out the park.
Did you use a heavier ammo? 115 is a lighter round. I want to get my hands on this firearm Thanks for sharing 🇺🇸
www.activeresponsetraining.net/ammunition-choices-for-9mm-revolvers if this is accurate lighter weight jhp would be advised due to the barrel length.
Ruger could have made it even more compact if they had shorten the cylinder and frame to the length of the 9x19 like Korth did it with the Sky Marshall.
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I really like your presentations. Keep up the good work! Subscribed.
Kind of classy even!
Always been glad to find you for the in depth thought you give to the ammo in the use in the weapon!
Thanks for another great video👍
I like having a backup to my main CCW gun.
I consider it being prepared not paranoid.
Usually it's a S&W 642 .38 Special in a pocket holster in my right front pants pocket.
Remington makes 9 mm defense ammo for short barrel guns!!
I like the idea of a hidden hammer like the S&W 642. The 642 in 9 mm are hard to find and expensive.
The chances of catching the hammer on clothing when you draw have convinced me to carry a internal hammer.
Just bought the LCR with hidden hammer.
I'll have to fire it enough to make sure it's reliable with carry ammo.
Also with 9 mm ammo usually being more readily available than .38 special is something to consider.
But having both a snub nose in .38 special and 9 mm you have your bases covered for your backup gun.
Snub nose revolvers are the orginal 'New York City Reload'👮♂️
Cheers
The transfer bar does not block the hammer. It transfers the hammer impact to the firing pin.
I carry the LCR Double EVERY DAY.
I picked up one of these used about a year ago for $300 and have enjoyed it quite a bit. Only time I've experienced "crimp jump" is when I let someone else shoot who used a loose grip and the final round came out enough to prevent the cylinder from rotating. I've personally shot nearly 200 rounds of 115 grain FMJ from a number of manufacturers and not once had an issue. I would suspect shooting 124 grain or +P loads with their increased recoil may be slightly more prone to crimp jump, but if you have a proper grip this should greatly help to reduce the likelihood of it happening (especially when using quality ammo).
Sootch .. good job telling the importance of working the double action with lots of practice and not just firing with single action. I don't remember any other gun channel talking about that with an emphasis as you did.
Very well thought out, comprehensive review.
We’ll done.
Thanks.
pill bottle makes perfect pouch for extra moon clipped rounds.
Must be a wide pill bottle
@@troy9477 not really. standard orange one. it's only 5 rounds. moon clip holds them pretty close together. i can fit two loaded clips in the one i have. would like to find one that holds three.
It's cool to see the snub revolvers in different calibers. It could be a good option for people that have trouble with recoil management.
But I will still stick w/my .38 and .357 snubs. I am leary of the moon clips and the ejector not able to fully eject the case.
Agreed
0:18 uh, that's a S&W you got there Sootch. 😸 Is that your 442?
I had a lot of trouble with crimp jump using Blazer Brass 115 gr FMJ rounds.
HS!! You hit 1M subscribers. Congrats!! Really have enjoyed your content for years and will continue to learn from you. Thank you so much!!!!
I have the hammerless version. First time on the range.. the last two rounds would be out of the casing after shooting the first three.. and lock up the cylinder. Thought it was the gun.. find out its the fmj ammo. Was shooting 115g fmj.. and they all do it.. regardless of fmj grain. Can only shoot defensive rounds (they won't jump the crimp from the recoil). Now shooting 124g+p.. never had any issues.. except for the recoil sting.. woo buddy.. youll remember your day at the range with this gun. I like the moon clips.. bought some extras. Thats my two cents.
I think you got the transfer bar part backwards. It can only fire if the bar is lifted in place. That's what makes it drop safe. The firing pin can't contact the primer without that bar there.
Thanks Sootch... I feel like you are the Paula Abdul of reviewers, always being positive with your reviews. Thanks for all you do!
Well done. Except the transfer bar doesn’t block the hammer. It transfers the concussion to the pin from the hammer.
Excelente arma para backup..👍🇧🇷
I've never heard of Moon clips before. Really cool idea! At first I was like what type of speed loader is this guy using?? Pretty awesome.
Moon clips are around since WW I
Back then they made half moon clips ( 2 make a full cylinder)
Blazer brass 9mm all the bullets fall out in my experience, Remington and fiocchi have been great. Additionally steel case gets stuck even with the moon clips, they must expand more then brass.
Brass should expand more than steel as it’s a softer metal. This is why my ar gets so filthy when I should steel. It doesn’t expand as much, therefore not sealing off the gases and carbon blowing back.
Umm transfer bar works by raising up as the trigger is pulled to transfer energy from hammer to firing pin on other Ruger revolvers. Is this some how designed to be completely opposite? And as an aside you might look for 9MM Federal ammo to try. It is a rimmed 9MM that Charter Arms used in their Pit Bull revolvers a few decades ago. If you can find some it might be worth while.
Awesome review, love the 22 wmr hidden hammer version.
Nice review. But it's ironic that this should come out now that 9mm is so hard to get in the US.
IMO, the only advantage is cheaper ammo than other typical ammo for revolvers. So maybe nice for the range. The moonclip thing is clever, but looks precarious. The big advantage that revolvers have over semi-autos is the variety of ammo they shoot. From the most powerful of the useful calibres (357) to ingenious loads like wadcutters and 410s.
The biggest issue with little revolvers (IMO) is not hurting your hand or your ears while defending yourself, so you can stay on target when it counts.
Chris of Lucky Gunner suggests that it's best to use a heavy small revolver with a mild cartridge: 38 Wadcutter for example. That makes sense to me. If the revolver has adjustable sights like the LCRx, so much the better, since wadcutters need sighting in.
Upgrading to the power and recoil of 9mm seems like going off on a tangent to me.
@@papimaximus95 Haha. Worse than that! Nobody has anything more than a hunting shotgun where I live. But potential newbies in the US must be even more frustrated than I am. There are so many reviews for 9mm handguns, but so few are available, and almost zero ammo. Maybe you're the hoarder who bought it all! 🤔 Enjoy your handguns. I envy you!
Excellent review and I carry the 9mm LCRx. One thing I have noticed about the 9mm is that it's finicky when using some nickel plated defense ammo. I have no issue with target ammo, like the Fiocchi you tested, because the shell casing has a slight taper at the bottom. It allows the cylinder to close easily. Some nickel plated JHP ammo (like Federal HST) has a squared off shell casing and the clearance when closing the cylinder is too tight in my opinion. A rub mark has formed on my SS frame from using this ammo. Just a watch out and I would avoid nickel plated ammo in 9mm.
My next purchase when I can find one.
I thought the stainless steel frame was on all 9mm, .357 magnum or .327 magnum models regardless of wether they’re LCR or LCRx.
that's correct
Sootch00 was probably thinking of the ones made in .38 special. You are correct that any LCR or LCRx chambering a higher pressure cartridge (.357 mag, .327 mag, 9mm) uses a stainless steel frame. It is just the ones made for lower pressure cartridges (.38 special, .22 LR, .22 WMR) that use an aluminum frame.
VERY good informative video! Thanks for sharing. Making me rethink the small collection I have > I like the idea of NOT having several different caliber rounds & only one or two > I might change over from my 38 special revolver and 9mm semi's to 9mm semi AND a 9mm revolver....
I like these pocket revolvers.
The thing I would like to see most would be a plastic grip that has texturing like a semi auto.
That rubberized grip makes pocket carry and shirt snag an issue.
Yes you can always buy awesome wood grips but that's just more money on stuff that's not ammo, range time, and holsters to get comfortable with your gun.
As always, do your thing.
Maybe the SP - 101 grip can fit?
Bullet jump not a safety issue? It is if you're being shot at.
It's not a safety issue for Ruger, only for the customer.
i love ruger guns and this one in particular but it will beat your hands up at the end of the day but totally worth it
147 grain ammo is easier on the recoil, less powder. They are not traveling fast enough for good hollow point expansion.
Great carry gun, very safe and 9mm is more available than any other caliber including 38 special plus 38 is more expensive than 9mm
6 shot 327 Fed Mag! 👍
Had my buddies S&W 9mm j frame lock up shooting the only time I ever shot it lol. We were shooting Blazer brass and one of the bullets had jumped the crimp far enough that it locked the cylinder up.
OH > Not saying it's a good or bad thing to do > just curious > thinking you CAN - IF you want - shoot 380 rounds in the 9mm revolver?
Good morning everyone
Wow! 1 million plus subs! Congrats sootch! Love the Sleepy Joe moments at the end.
Owned one of these. First time out, 2 squibs on 3 different types of factory ammo. Big fail!! Maybe I just got a 🍋 lemon, who knows. Right back to Ruger!!!
It's a good gun. Handling its recoil in stressful situations would be a challenge for small hands especially for ladies.
Yes the .327 loaded with .32 H&R or even .32 S&W long would be better.
wish i could find one. want one but have never been able to find one in stock