In early 2019, Ruger introduced a variant PC Carbine model with free-floating M-LOK handguard, and also reintroduced the .40 S&W caliber. My problem with my security six is that it makes all of my self defense .357 ammo the most fun to shoot. Same with semi-autos, let the magazines drop free when you go to insert a fresh one after it’s run dry. You can have all the bells and whistles on your gun, but most gun fights happen within 10 yards or closer. Rugers are fine revolvers, strong and reliable. No exceptions.THIS IS THE SERVICE FEE ONLY. BTW, my walk in the woods carry is a S&W 686 (no dash) with 6″ barrel. You can change the grips out for rubber, wood, Crimson Trace, whatever you might fancy. – 120 grit foam sanding block Solvent safe and will not deteriorate when you apply bore cleaner to it. Relegated to my travel/hotel/motel bedside table gun now. Way back there are revolvers. It’s bulky as heck but I won’t be *carrying* it. Have about 500 rounds through it and have never had any light strike issue. @ Drew – I have heard if you want something nearly robust as a Ruger and more refined then a S&W, get a Colt revolver. This is a hyperbole filled sexist rant that only reinforces the negative stereotypes of male gun owners. A small note here-one can capably introduce any firearm to a novice, provided the instruction given is of good quality. That automatic memory will kick in under stress in a micro second. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. I’m a bit surprised I haven’t seen more purse companies making anti-snatch and grab versions. Carry http://www.ruger.com/products/sp101DE/specSheets/5774.html. You can polish a Ruger to make it as shiny as a S&W but no amount of labor will make a S&W as strong as a Ruger. The 642 only weighs 15 ounces, but it’s a .38 special with a 1 7/8″ barrel and an aluminum frame that would blow up on the first round of .357 powered ammo. And small guns are harder still. (with an 8 lbs spring) In a self defense situation I wouldn’t hesitate to use DA at 10 or maybe 15 yards, but I’d probably go for SA passed that. What happens when you run out of ammo? Ruger is the ‘gun that you take to hell if you want to come back alive’. While brushed stainless steel is good for everyday abuse because it hides scratches, we’re not talking about a Viking’s battle axe anymore. You covered all my questions with style & class! The first stop is the grip. That said, there’s something wrong with QA when a gun can go out that gets a jammed cylinder after a single shot. Shooting I find revolvers being good for showing on the people on the RKBA fence how to shoot. Yes, I have one. It will take a couple hours to work your way from 400 grit to the Mother’ Mag compound, and that’s if you half-ass it like I did. To achieve the status of work of art, here’s what you’ll need: Personally I always thought that was silly since the .38s are going to hit 10 inches higher than the .357s. Most of us would be fine with either though. 930 fps (303 ft. By far the best and most proven round for defense is the 357 mag revolver round in 125 grain jacket hollow point. But getting them to get going with the DA trigger is always harder. “If you’re looking for a gun to introduce a girlfriend, wife, or all-around novice into the world of firearms, the SP101 is a perfect choice (or any other double action revolver for that matter).”. We’re talking about making this into an Hattori Hanzo sword. The ladies with the long, fancy fingernails also have problems sometimes, but they may just have to decide if they want to shoot or grow plastic claws. The trigger on the LCRx is easy and awesome. Gemini Customs offers other ways to pimp out this pistol. It might be a little on the heavy side, but sometimes a little extra weight can be a good thing. In the real world it comes down to being able to shoot $75,000 worth of ammo through your $500 revolver as opposed to only $50,000 worth out of your $750 revolver. ... Ruger SP101 .357 Magnum. The Mini was top dog until they banned the AR15, now the Mini is an also ran. I detest the persistent myth that women new to guns can “only” shoot revolvers-I handed off a Glock 17 to a new shooter and she was able to clean her husbands clock with it. http://www.ruger.com/products/sp101DE/specSheets/5774.html. I’m not talking about the polymer Ruger LCR when I say this. I’ve personally never seen the appeal of .38 specials – if you’re going to limit yourself to 5 or 6 rounds I’d like them to hit a little harder than that. Fits perfect in a day timer zip up folio along with a strip loader, Surefire flash light, spare batteries and a Swiss Army knife. lbs.) – Small round bastard file A G17/19 is second. By robust, I mean nearly indestructible. I still shoot it weekly, and certainly with every class, so it is not being neglected. I bought it. Ruger…S&W…get them both and enjoy life!!! 9 mm is better choice than 38, 357 sig better than 40, 40 is ahh about same as 45, then you have they mighty 357 mag revolver, this is defensive purposes only. Having got a new Ruger SP 101 357 Mag the trigger in both single and double action was very gritty. Still not forgiving Ruger for supporting gun control in the 90’s. The Hogue grip seems to somehow create a covalent bond between your hand and the rubber. I’m nearly 70 years old, and the hands are just not strong enough, nor are my joints forgiving me the recoil after the first few rounds. The trigger pull is much more difficult DA on the revolver, and the recoil- even with .38sp – is more pronounced. These people need a revolver. I currently own a 3″ SP101. That’s after he criticizes Smith revolvers for having a lock — a lock that can be removed in two minutes and for which there are numerous videos available. After you’ve got it to the desired shape, now is the time to put on the Lord of the Rings Trilogy directors cut, because you’re going to be there a while with all of the polishing. Good accuracy, i.e., good sight use at 3 yards to 25 yards, will vastly improve your trigger press and muscle memory. Very enjoyable and informative remarks here. According to the S&W and Ruger sites the SP101 DAO with a 2.25″ barrel weighs 25 ounces while the S&W J frame 640 weighs in at 23. Ruger LCR only way to go in small revolver–these are soft shooting guns–my 5’2″, 120# niece absolutely loves firing AE 158 gr JSP .357’s from my LCR .357–a J (junk in my opinion) frame S&W IS a terrible gun to shoot–she also connects every shot, no misses. This was mostly about how to make your SP101 into a S&W. Customize This * * * * While you’re there, you can also find walk-throughs on how to buff up the various internal parts to eliminate all of that trigger grit. They are more durable in some ways, but less so in others. and extensive polishing of all the internals. If I was given a revolver I’d probably put it up in grease in a bag, with ammo in a ziplog, and some of that drying gel in an ammo can, and cache it someplace safe. It was S&W that caved to the Clinton Administration, not Ruger–I have a ton of Rugers & not one has ever needed any work on it. This makes the pistol stick in your hand without sticking to your shirt. -- S&W Mt. Trajectory Chart 17 HMR, 17 HM2, 22 LR, 22 WMR, KEL-TEC SUB-2000 Gen 2 M-SERIES 9mm For Sale, 1,000 Grit Ultra Fine Silicon Carbide Sandpaper - 10 Pack, 9MM / .380 / .38cal / .357 Bore-Snake - Gun Barrel Cleaner, Shipping Info | 30 Day Return Policy | Warranties. Watch revo shooters under pressure who’ve made a habit of thumbcocking: that thumb flaps and gets lost and nothing happens for a long time. Do note, however, that by installing a 10 lb. I had to follow up a shot with my 44 on a white tail where my buddy just wounded it with his 357. And very accurate and fine triggers. I did purchase the Hogue monogrip for the gun. Well, come in the spring, actually… it’s snowing hard right now – dang it. It’s a flexible bore cleaning device that is designed to clean the bore of pistol and rifle barrels. I have about 10 hrs of work in my SP 101 and would have loved it had someone told me to up the power on the trigger spring. Aim small, miss small. I love to carry it TOO… and it is the only “jewelry” I ever wear. “If you want to own only one revolver and you don’t want to invest any extra time, money, or effort into it, then I suggest you go with a Smith & Wesson.”. If the world ended today via zombies aliens or supernatural disaster a Ruger revolver stands a chance of being the last surviving hand gun in a few hundred years long after the smiths and colts have been rattled apart and abandoned. I love watching people argue over which is best; Ruger or S&W. Lets just call you “Mr. Thx Dan and all. I am to the point, that except for a pump shotgun (Ruger does not make one) I only own Rugers, got rid of everything else. Its advantage is the ability to change the surface appearance fairly easily. If the 5 round capacity doesn’t matter to you, it is a fine, built like a brick ****house, reliable, less expensive option to a S&W (and I do love old Smiths). I can’t believe the wimpy comments about weight, heavy pull and other whiny complaints. Also did the lighter spring thing, with no adverse effects and a nicer trigger pull. The LCRx is weightless and the 3″ barrel makes it exceptionally accurate. Ruger’s SP-101 has been my EDC for fifteen years. hammer spring, and a new trigger return spring to lighten that pull up a bit. Ruger SP101 / GP100 Full Installation Service Ruger SP101 / GP100 Full Installation Service is a Flat Rate that will cover the installation of all Ruger SP101 / GP100 Parts installed at one time.We will not install any other parts but our own. The grip on the SP101 fits my hand much more comfortably. You will not find a softer shooting 2.25″ barreled .357 magnum pistol on the market. Also 100% American made with American materials by Americans. It has become my “go to” woods/walking the dogs gun. Ruger SP101 / GP100 Trigger Spring Kit Custom Lighter 9.5lb Hammer Spring Custom Lighter 7.5lb Trigger Retrun Spring Four .005" Hammer Shims Four .001" Trigger Shims Ruger SP101 / GP100 Trigger Spring Kit will Reduce Trigger Pull and Improve Performance! Tested it. FYI, Jack Bauer did carry a 5-shot snub in Season 2 of 24: http://www.imfdb.org/wiki/24_-_Season_2#Smith_.26_Wesson_Model_60. We could do side by side comparisons with dozens of guns. This modification is to be done so at your own risk. The only criticism I have of my stolid little friend is the false reset problem that occurs with sloppy trigger technique. But please.. for the love of GOD.. stop advocating off body carry. I’m hoping the trigger will break in some and with focus on my form and practice, I will achieve the accuracy I need with the SP101. Now that you’ve effectively calloused all areas of your fingers, you will be amazed at the metamorphosis that has taken place with this little caterpillar. and extensive polishing of all the internals. I shoot any semi-auto better than a snubby(had a Taurus85). I am a 5’2″ woman. Once that’s done, the gun has been completely transformed from a baseball bat with nails in it to a 6′ Claymore. The .32 caliber’s smaller size allowed small-frame .38/.357 wheelguns to add another round to their cylinder capacities. WINCHESTER 1500 12 GA. $280.00. Ruger SP101 Owners Manual & Exploded View: If your getting the Ruger SP101/GP100 Trigger Spring Kit, then you might find the following Ruger SP101 Resources useful in further enhancing your firearm. You may be watching too many movies. Spot one is the person that is not a gun guy and is not going to get a lot, if any, training. However, your assessment of snubby short barrel belly gun sight uses leaves a little (or a lot) to be desired. 1/2 oz can of Non-Abrasive Firearm Polish3 Bullet Felt Tipped Dremel Polishing Bits1 Pair of Black Nitrile Industrial Strength Gloves1 Microfiber Towel I was bit by a copperhead last year and will carry this pistol loaded with that every minute that I leave my house and walk into the woods. One tough snubbie, although I haven’t dragged (just say no to “drug”) it down a gravel road, I’m sure it will stand up to just about anything. After recommending off body carry, groin shots (sigh) and turning the gun into a makeshift club, the “review” consisted mainly of discussing the many shortcomings of the weapon and how to address them by replacing grips, swapping internal springs (which causes misfires?) On a revolver you simply look at it and you can see the rims of the cases. This time Federal paired with Sturm, Ruger, & Company to make a more powerful .32 ammunition specifically for the snubnosed Ruger SP101. And apparently this gun is so bad that you have to modify it to make it acceptable yet it still gets good marks? I now have the SP101 2.25″ external hammer. I will admit I didn’t read every comment, so maybe I missed it. That and they’re just plain cool. Practice with .38s and duty carry magnums. I have small hands. Installing the Hogue Monogrip completely changes the way this gun fires for the better. So it won’t matter if you all those fancy lights and lasers at that point. it will. This makes controlling magnum rounds extremely easy. Besides, if you’re carrying a five-shot revolver, odds are pretty good that you’re not Jack Bauer. Rugers are working guns. Next up on my shopping list is the GP100. Please note that if the trigger spring isn’t strong enough the trigger will feel gritty. Ruger put very little effort into smoothing out the trigger guard, so you are going to want to give that a lot of attention. I just purchased a SP101 .22LR. Too bulky. Now that the Brits are gone, and Smith’s contract with the Feds has been rejected, I have found it in my heart to forgive S&W. What are you people doing with your Rugers that requires them to survive a drop off of the empire state building? S&W sacrificed durability for the light weight alloys they’re using. Even with my “J” frame I can easily hit center mass with a rapidly acquired sight picture at 25 yards. LCR, Airweight S&W and so on. Probably 15 revolvers in all.