New LCR-22 - woo hoo!This is a discussion on New LCR-22 - woo hoo! within the Ruger Rimfires forums, part of the Pistol & Revolver Forum category; Originally Posted by ijustdontknow
Picked up the LCR-22 yesterday and took it straight to the range. Between a buddy and me, we put a couple ...
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October 25th, 2012, 07:30 AM
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#16 | | Previously Interested
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Originally Posted by ijustdontknow  Picked up the LCR-22 yesterday and took it straight to the range. Between a buddy and me, we put a couple hundred rounds through it.
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October 25th, 2012, 06:33 PM
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I'm hoping Ruger makes a 4" barrel version and maybe even a hammer so I could go single action for a lighter trigger pull.
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October 27th, 2012, 06:24 PM
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Originally Posted by bearcatter Does yours have the newer black finish cylinder? It's called Ionbond DiamondBlack. Someone besides Ruger makes the coating. I wasn't sure I'd like it as well as the Target Grey, but it has held up well through cleaning so far. | It looks grey to me. I wasn't aware they changed it and haven't seen any with black here in CA.
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October 27th, 2012, 08:28 PM
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The LCR22 is really accurate and fun to shoot. We have about 600 rnds through it and it shoots everything without a hitch. I used up a lot of my really old ammo shorts, long, long rifle some 40 yrs. old no problems.
We keep it loaded for HD with CCI Stingers, along with a 21a Bobcat and an LC9 for CCW
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October 28th, 2012, 07:31 AM
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#20 | | Previously Interested
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Originally Posted by ijustdontknow It looks grey to me. I wasn't aware they changed it and haven't seen any with black here in CA. | The Ionbond is a pretty recent change, so it will show up as the Target Greys sell off. My LCR-22 was a replacement, test fired the same day it shipped to my FFL. I have seen one black cylinder 38 LCR at a Gander.
My LCR-357 has a Target Grey cylinder.
Here's a photo of my LCR-22. The Ionbond has matte finish, more charcoal than black. http://rugerforum.net/pictures/bearc...-bootgrip.html
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November 6th, 2012, 11:21 AM
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I just put down a deposit on a 357 KLCR. Have to wait until the 12th to start the CA background check and 10 day waiting period. I'm excited.
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November 6th, 2012, 11:27 AM
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Originally Posted by ijustdontknow Unfortunately here in the Republik of Kalifornia, I can't pick it up for 10 days.  | Obviously this will prevent you from going on a spree with that sweet 22LR Revolver.
Congrats.
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November 6th, 2012, 11:50 AM
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Originally Posted by harryball Obviously this will prevent you from going on a spree with that sweet 22LR Revolver.
Congrats. | I am so happy that my government protects me from criminals by requiring me to wait 10 days to buy a handgun. | |
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November 6th, 2012, 12:03 PM
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I'm thinking of the LCR-22 myself for a very concealable carry. 8 rounds. Yeah, it's .22 caliber but it makes noise and hurts when it hits. I'd rather scare the bad guy off then make him bleed all over my carpet. Thoughts on the LCR-22 for self-protection?
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November 6th, 2012, 04:38 PM
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Originally Posted by MrBluster I'm thinking of the LCR-22 myself for a very concealable carry. 8 rounds. Yeah, it's .22 caliber but it makes noise and hurts when it hits. I'd rather scare the bad guy off then make him bleed all over my carpet. Thoughts on the LCR-22 for self-protection? | Well, it sure wouldn't be my first choice, but for someone who has serious problems with recoil or strength it is sure better than a stick in the eye. Lots of heavy clothes would be tough to get through perhaps.
And, since you brought it up, once I have decided to defend myself with a firearm I am no longer trying to scare anyone; I am trying to stop them to defend my or other's life.
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November 6th, 2012, 06:05 PM
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Originally Posted by MrBluster I'm thinking of the LCR-22 myself for a very concealable carry. 8 rounds. Yeah, it's .22 caliber but it makes noise and hurts when it hits. I'd rather scare the bad guy off then make him bleed all over my carpet. Thoughts on the LCR-22 for self-protection? | My opinion differs from many here. While a .22 would not be my first choice, I have no issue with 8 .22 stingers as my self defense weapon. If you can place them well you can stop a threat.
edit....Jeff Quinn has a very nice review of the LCR here: http://www.gunblast.com/Ruger-LCR3.htm
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November 7th, 2012, 08:12 AM
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I have the 357 and the 22. The 22 is my backup for practice, and if the 357 is ever in Ruger Newport for R&R.
I wouldn't feel too unprotected with 8 rounds of 22 in a good revolver.
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November 9th, 2012, 06:26 AM
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Originally Posted by ijustdontknow Unfortunately here in the Republik of Kalifornia, I can't pick it up for 10 days. But they let me hold it and it sure felt nice in my hand. | I just ordered one yesterday, it will arrived at the LGS on Tuesday, then I will fill out the paperwork, and then I will have to wait 10 days! Republik of Kalifornia, now with a Super Majority in the legislature, here come all the moronic anti-gun laws!
Stay safe,
Norm
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November 9th, 2012, 06:28 AM
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Originally Posted by norminoakley I just ordered one yesterday, it will arrived at the LGS on Tuesday, then I will fill out the paperwork, and then I will have to wait 10 days! Republik of Kalifornia, now with a Super Majority in the legislature, here come all the moronic anti-gun laws!
Stay safe,
Norm | Good buy. As I said a few messages above, I put a deposit down on a 357 LCR on Tuesday. I fill out the paperwork on Monday and then start my 10 day waiting period. Should be picking it up Thanksgiving weekend. Can't wait to get both guns to the range.
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