I've owned a Ruger LCR chambered in .38 special for a few years and like it very much. I'm thinking of adding a second LCR to my collection, perhaps to store in a separate location. I've been looking at the LCR chambered in .327 Federal Magnum. Is there any advantage to adding a different caliber to my collection? Does the .327 have any advantage or disadvantage over the .38 special?

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I've owned a Ruger LCR chambered in .38 special for a few years and like it very much.  I'm thinking of adding a second LCR to my collection, perhaps to store in a separate location. I've been looking at the LCR chambered in .327 Federal Magnum. Is there any advantage to adding a different caliber to my collection? Does the .327 have any advantage or disadvantage over the .38 special?

James G. · Answer

Hi roger and welcome. I would add another to the collection no issue. .327 Magnum is double the pressure and shoots at 1300-1400 fps out of a 3 inch barrel. Most guns chambered in 327 holds six rounds so you are not losing ammo capacity. I don't think many experts would argue with me if I said that the 327 is a better defense round on paper. Cheers and stay safe!

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