I really like mine but I haven't pocket carried it yet. I have tried it in several jacket and vest pockets and don't think the hammer will be a problem. My primary pocket pistol is a Sig P-238 .380, I have a clip on OWB holster for the Ruger.
The only thing I didn't like on the LCRX was the factory front sight so I installed a HiViz and am happy now.

Red Dog Leather Products cross draw holster.

 

I too have the LCRX I really like the gun I haven't tried pocket carry yet I have a holster similar to what Whaler1 has. One thing I have done on mine as well I installed a Hi Viz front sight as well. I got by ok for awhile with using florescent orange paint on the front sight and was actually thinking of leaving it on after I ordered my Hi Viz front sight in the bright green. But after I installed my Hi Viz sight wow what a difference. One thing to mention if you do decide to get the LCRX work up on your carry load this guns are little cannons. They handle just fine on regular pressure loads like the 158 grain lead semi wadd cutters or the 158 grain lead round nose. But when I tried the 130 grain fmj loads well much different now a kick. The 125 jhp+p's also have quite a kick as well as the 158 jhp +p's also. I had a box of the Hornady Critical Defense loads the 90 jhp regular pressure and that is the load I settled on it hits POA just fine for me at 7-10 yds and was easy on my hands. I also have box of the 110 jhp regular pressure loads of the same stuff Hornady Critical Defense. I am sure there are other great loads out there just find what works for you. My first time out at the shooting range I had a good variety of loads to try out and also doing this I got to know this gun better & my needs this made it easier to decide the carry load I wanted to use. But these are very nice guns & I feel a real plus to who that wants a exposed hammer such as myself. I tried several guns to compare with before I bought my LCRX several very popular S&W J frames and the LCRX just felt better for my needs. But good luck and let is know what you come up with!

 

No matter how much it may or may not 'drag', rest assured it will 'drag' more than the gun that doesn't have one.

 

LCRx Rocks! IWB it, forget the pocket. sweet wheel gun! and I really like the .38 for CC, reloading & crowded areas too. I don't think you will ever regret that model.

 

thanks guys for your informed ideas. I really am thinking about this now, I always approach every purchase this way first and am never in a hurry to buy also gives me time when a new gun is released to hear about any bugs that might be lurking out there. for sure when I decide I'll let you know.

 

It always pays to take the time to select the gun you want and that fits you. I looked for several months before I bought the LCRX. But I also did the same thing when I bought my semi auto 9mm for CCW as well. Again good luck to you in your decision!

 

very hesitant to go with DA only so, i was pretty pumped when I saw a "hammered" version on some forum.

It's "drag" vs. DA only.

No matter how much it may or may not 'drag', rest assured it will 'drag' more than the gun that doesn't have one.

+1

 

I pocket carry a snub with a hammer (Taurus 905). I draw with my thumb lightly resting on the hammer. Pretty much fool proof. I prefer my snubs to be SA and DA. The LCR is a nice revolver. I like the trigger pull. Ruger, give me a LCRx in 357 please!

 

... Ruger, give me a LCRx in 357 please!

Yes, Please!

 

I have an LCR357. I want an LCRx 357 bad. I love the option of SA because I shoot 2 Blackhawks. The hammer snagging is no concern for me. I saw an LCRx yesterday in my LGS an didn't even pick it up. I was afraid I would walk away with it! I would get a hammered version if I could go back.

 

I pocket carry my LCR, and in tighter pants I would believe that the hammer would interfere with getting out of the pocket quickly.

To be completely honest... for a carry gun, single action option is kind of pointless, you aren't going to use it in a defense shooting, and in all honesty the LCR double action pull is very good... mentioned it in a previous thread, I shoot 8" plate racks at 15+ yds and go 5/5 with any issue... with some speed too. One or two evenings of dry firing when I got the gun and I had the pull pretty well mastered (mind you I shoot 15-20k through 1911s with 2-2.5lb trigger in competition so if anyone hates a heavy trigger its me)

 

I have to agree with Mike.
As posted by others, the drag can be reduced by placing the thumb on the hammer.
My fear is a ND which is possible if I carelessly slip the little gem in my pocket.
There are holsters that cover the hammer, but the ones I have seen are too bulky for me and would print.

I like DA revolvers because of the speed loader capability and almost always in the past shot SA.

When I took my CCW training the instructor (maybe he was unique) said in a critical situation you wont have time to set the hammer, so all shooting would need to be DA for the course.
It bothered me at first, but with concentration and focus on the correct grip technique I discovered I was very accurate in DA.
Now I am very comfortable firing my GP100 and my Alaskan in DA.
For CC, my LCR-357 is perfect for me.
YMMV

 

If I get an LCRx, it will be carried IWB. I shoot a lot of single actions, so out of habit, the hammer comes back while raising to point.
I'm waitin a while to see if a .357 comes out though.

 

I checked out the LCRX in a store and was not thrilled with the double action trigger. Each gun can vary, depending on the final fitting. I wound up getting the LCR in 357, but didn't care for the trigger or lockup on the model on the case. The dealer had a second one that had a much smoother trigger and tighter lockup. I recommend trying the gun and checking it carefully. Not all individual guns will be equal.
While I wanted a light gun, the LCRX seemed too light to me. The LCR in 357 felt more solid, and I wanted the strength of the steel frame surrounding the cylinder. I am glad that I got the LCR on 357...it shoots surprisingly well for such a small gun.

 

I was just looking at the Ruger website and the LCRx is not there???

 

It's the bottom one listed on the LCR page. Model 5430.

Ruger® LCR® Double-Action Revolver Models

 

I wouldn't be surprised that in the future there will be a .357 LCRX in the heavier .357 frame set up! There will be enough demand for it should be a instant success!

 

How is Staging a DA different than a SA
You can feel when the break is coming

 

I recently purchased a lcrx .38 spl and was impressed with this gun. Its smooth easy shooting out of the box. Its a handful with plus p loads but for practice I shoot std .38 spl loads but carry 158 gr.swc . Thus far there has been no problems with this gun.

 

Thinking seriously about an X. Like the OP, I prefer the SA option. I've got a S&W Model 36 in my pocket right now. Been carrying it for a year or so, the hammer's never been an issue, at least not yet.

 

I just bought one today. Love the look. Do all the new lcr's have the same streamlined trigger guard?

 

I think so I bought mine last May do yourself a favor and install a Hi-Viz front sight really makes a big difference!

 

I have another thread regaling the story of my Mother-in-law's buying process for her new LCR. I have an LCR-357, but I spent a lot of time at the range with her, test firing an LCRx, even firing it side by side with my own LCR357 and a DAO LCR38.

The SA trigger is nice on the LCRx, and I honestly felt that the DA trigger was better than the DAO LCR38, and was nearly as smooth and clean as my own LCR357's polished, shimmed, and spring tuned DAO trigger.

I'm also in the camp that when pocket carrying a hammer-gun, I simply place the pad of my thumb against the spur, no drag, no snag.

If/when I decide to either swap my LCR357 for one, or simply buy an LCRx, I'll likely bob about 1/8" to 3/16" off of the hammer spur and just leave a bit of a "chicken bone" sticking out instead of a flat spur. I'll also probably send it back to Ruger to get a new hammer installed before I bob the new one, in case I decide I need a full spur. Only trying to get a little lower profile, not really concerned about snagging.

 

I have an LCR and an LCRx and have carried both in the pocket. I put my thumb on the hammer when I draw the LCRx and have had no problems with it hanging up.

 

Do you think they will make the LCRx in .44mag? Other wise I'll wait for the LCRx in .357.

 

I've had my LCRX for 2 months now changed out the front sight for a light pipe and only carry it in my front pocket. Zero snags on any pants or shorts.
Actually the only issue I have is the trigger guard hits my finger when I fire the gun.

 

For years carried S&W 36 in my pocket in plain clothes or off duty, no hammer problem. Ordered out a LCRX Model 05431, order went out today. Spent 30 years in law enforcement and carried revolvers. Was an instructor for 14 years with handguns, retired 26 years ago. Have had 1911s since in the 50s and shoot them all the time, but still like the simplicity of a good revolver. I'll take mine in 38 Sp. as one can place 5 shots in the vitals quicker that with a .357. If you don't believe it try it.

 

I have a Ruger LCR 357 and I love it.
I'm waiting for Ruger to bring the LCRx 357.