S&W Bodyguard or Ruger LCR

[nsolimini]

Currently, I have my XDM 40 that I carry every now and then. I need to start carrying full time. I have basically narrowed it down between the two guns stated. Anyone have any input on the two or any recommendations

 

[snuffy33]

The LCR in a heartbeat.

 

[GodFearinGunTotin]

I compared both and both would be just fine. I ultimately went with the SW...it was basically a flip of the coin.

 

[tdoom15]

Neither. Not a big fan of .380.

IMO, you'd be much better off going with something like a Walther PPS or SW Shield in 9mm. You get a much more capable round with higher capacity in slightly larger frame.

 

[nsolimini]

I chose those two because I really want a revolver. I also like that the lcr has a 357 option

 

[chachi73]

consider the kel tec p3at or pf9.

 

[snuffy33]

I chose those two because I really want a revolver. I also like that the lcr has a 357 option

I've shot both the .38 & .357 versions and it's a hand full if you use full power .357 loads. Mid-power .357's are much easier to shoot. If you're going to carry it with .38+p just buy the lighter version and save a 1/4 lb.

 

[Liberty Sanders]

Think twice before buying one of the five shots in .357...they have brutal recoil.

 

[snuffy33]

Think twice before buying one of the five shots in .357...they have brutal recoil.

Brutal is right.

 

[nsolimini]

LOL, well maybe I will just skip on the 357 and just stick with the 38+p

 

[wagyu52]

Neither. Not a big fan of .380.

IMO, you'd be much better off going with something like a Walther PPS or SW Shield in 9mm. You get a much more capable round with higher capacity in slightly larger frame.

Umm, I don't think you know what a LCR is. One thing about going with a .357 is you can always shoot .38 I had a LCR and liked it, it has a better trigger and seemed to be more compact and lighter.

 

[ike1018]

haven't shot either, but I fondled them at Bradis the last time I was in there. I really like the LCR trigger, the bodyguard wasn't a big fan of but the longer slimmer grip would probably be easier to conceal & draw with. Didn't like the placement of the button to activate the laser nor the release. What seemed really comfortable to me was the S&W 442. The trigger was heavier but I would probably replace the hammer spring with a Wolff or Wilson 11 lb to solve that, then dry fire the hell out of it. Just bought a SP101 with Wolff springs and made a great trigger even better.

 

[handkaudio]

I was stuck between these two also, then after looking at them, I picked up the Beretta Nano and was sold on the 9mm over the .380. But I think just out of the two I like the LCR best

 

[tdoom15]

I didn't pay attention, I was just thinking bodyguard 380 and lcp. My bad. Statement still stands although there are 2 decent loads for the 38.

Between the two, I prefer the SW.

 

[IndyGunner]

Do you mean LCP?

 

[DFM914]

The LCR is lightweight, reliable and easy to carry. Best trigger I have ever experienced on an out of the box revolver. And it's a Ruger, can't go wrong.

 

[Glock19]

Ive seen so many bodyguards broken under 100 rounds...and smith and wesson have been slow to fix them......the 380 is the one im talking about...

 

[Justin Case]

I haven't shot the S&W Bodyguard so I can't comment on it. But, I own a Ruger LCR .357 magnum and absolutely love it. When shooting .357 magnum ammo it does have a lot of kick, but the grip is padded towards the top and absorbs a lot of it. I practice with .38 sp +P which of course is less expensive.

 

[koenig clone]

ive got the lcr in 357. hogue tamer grip feels great in the hand. I think its easier on the hand than the crimson trace grip. Its a pleasure to carry. My favorite carry gun now

 

[Mackey]

LOL, well maybe I will just skip on the 357 and just stick with the 38+p

Well, I think you'd be much better served with 7 +1 in the Ruger LC9.
But if you get and LCR ... even if you're only going to carry the 38 +P I'd still get it in the .357 configuration. Primarily because it will be easier to resell when you realize that you made a mistake to go with a revolver.