Ruger LCR .38 Special
Polymer-fire-control-housing snub with a monolithic 7000-series aluminum frame and a friction-reducing cam DAO trigger that is the smoothest in the pocket-revolver class.
- Price
- $590
- Weight
- 13.5 oz
- Calibers
- .38 Special +P
- Rail
- none
- Best For
- concealed carryoutdoor defense
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Key Highlights
- •Smoothest DAO trigger in the pocket-revolver class via friction-reducing cam
- •13.5 oz monolithic 7000-series aluminum frame, 5-shot .38 Special +P
- •Best fit for everyday concealed carry and backup roles
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Detailed Specifications
- caliber
- .38 Special +P
- Barrel Length
- 1.87 inches
- Overall Length
- 6.50 inches
- width
- 1.28 inches
- height
- 4.50 inches
- capacity
- 5 rounds
- action
- Double-action only
- material
- 7000-series aluminum frame, polymer fire-control housing, stainless cylinder
- sights
- Pinned ramp front, U-notch integral rear
- msrp
- $759 reference MSRP
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