S INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR CALIBERS .38 Special & .38 Special + P Aluminum Polymer Stainless RUGER LCR ® TM DOUBLE-ACTION REVOLVER READ THE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS IN THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS FIREARM For Product Service on This Model Please Call: (603) 865-2442 (See p. 23) THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL SHOULD ALWAYS ACCOMPANY THIS FIREARM AND BE TRANSFERRED WITH IT UPON CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP, OR WHEN THE FIREARM IS LOANED OR PRESENTED TO ANOTHER PERSON.
State-By-State Warnings Certain states require by law that their own specified warning notices in larger-than-normal type be conspicuously included by the manufacturer, distributor, or retail dealer with firearms sold in that state. Sturm, Ruger sells its products in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Because our products may be sold in these states, we include the following: California: WARNING ADVERTENCIA “A los niños los atraen las armas de fuego y las pueden hacer funcionar.
Maine: “ENDANGERING THE WELFARE OF A CHILD IS A CRIME. IF YOU LEAVE A FIREARM AND AMMUNITION WITHIN EASY ACCESS OF A CHILD, YOU MAY BE SUBJECT TO FINE, IMPRISONMENT OR BOTH. KEEP FIREARMS AND AMMUNITION SEPARATE. KEEP FIREARMS AND AMMUNITION LOCKED UP. USE TRIGGER LOCKS.” Maryland: “WARNING: Children can operate firearms which may cause death or serious injury.
New Jersey: “IT IS A CRIMINAL OFFENSE TO LEAVE A LOADED FIREARM WITHIN EASY ACCESS OF A MINOR.” New York City: “THE USE OF A LOCKING DEVICE OR SAFETY LOCK IS ONLY ONE ASPECT OF RESPONSIBLE FIREARM STORAGE. FOR INCREASED SAFETY, FIREARMS SHOULD BE STORED UNLOADED AND LOCKED IN A LOCATION THAT IS BOTH SEPARATE FROM THEIR AMMUNITION AND INACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN AND OTHER UNAUTHORIZED PERSONS.
WHY ARE WE INCLUDING A FIRED CARTRIDGE CASE WITH EVERY RUGER PISTOL AND REVOLVER? Certain states and jurisdictions now require that all newly manufactured pistols and revolvers must be accompanied by a cartridge case, which has been test fired from that gun at the factory. The case must be placed in a sealed container bearing certain information concerning this test cartridge.
Use the Correct Lock: While the basic locking device is substantially similar for all Ruger® firearms, due to the different shapes of the many Ruger® firearms, some firearms utilize different locking devices. The lock with the 2 1/2” shackle (with the vinyl coating) is for use with the RUGER LCR revolvers. It is very important to use the correct locking device! ® TM To Install the Factory-Supplied Locking Device: 1.
OPERATION OF INTERNAL LOCK Never rely upon any safety mechanism or mechanical device to justify unsafe or careless handling of a firearm. When securing your revolver or to prevent unauthorized access, you should rely first and foremost on the key-operated locking device supplied with your pistol. (See Page 6.) However, for added security, and to comply with certain state and local laws, your RUGER LCR also is equipped with a manually operated internal lock.
FIREARMS SAFETY-YOUR RESPONSIBILITY SAFETY MUST BE THE FIRST AND CONSTANT CONSIDERATION OF EVERY PERSON WHO HANDLES FIREARMS AND AMMUNITION. This Instruction Manual is designed to assist you in learning how to use and care for your RUGER® LCR properly. Please contact us if you have any questions about it. TM Only when you are certain you fully understand the Manual and can properly carry out its instructions should you practice loading, unloading, etc. with live ammunition.
WARNINGS OF GREAT IMPORTANCE ARE FOUND ON THE FOLLOWING PAGES: Locking Devices Alterations Lead Exposure Ammunition Double-Action Firing Firing 6 10 12 13 14 15 Disassembly Lubrication Storage Shipping Firearms Parts Purchasers Modifications 17 19 21 23 24 25 OTHER CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS APPEAR THROUGHOUT THE MANUAL. FIREARMS ARE DANGEROUS WEAPONS– READ THE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS IN THIS MANUAL THOROUGHLY AND CAREFULLY BEFORE USING.
The RUGER® LCR has a transfer bar which is connected directly to the trigger. The transfer bar safety system provides that the hammer blow can be transmitted to the firing pin only when the trigger is pulled all the way to the rear. This is a positive internal safety feature.
WARNING – LEAD EXPOSURE Discharging firearms in poorly ventilated areas, cleaning firearms, or handling ammunition may result in exposure to lead and other substances known to the state of California to cause birth defects, reproductive harm, and other serious physical injury. Have adequate ventilation at all times. Wash hands thoroughly after exposure.
movement of the bullet. If the bullet has moved as just described, do not use that brand of tested ammunition, and repeat this test with another brand until one is found that the bullet does not unseat during this test. 4. After the test is completed, unload and store the revolver in accordance with the safety and storage instructions in this manual.
OPERATION OF “DOUBLE-ACTION ONLY“ REVOLVERS The model you have selected is equipped with a special trigger mechanism that permits only “double-action” firing. The hammer is hidden within the frame and fire control housing and cannot be manually cocked. The revolver can only be fired by a relatively long (“double-action”) pull of the trigger, which draws the internal hammer rearward and then releases it to fire every shot.
TO LOAD AND FIRE Be sure the revolver is pointed in a safe direction while loading. 1. Press the crane latch and guide cylinder out of frame to the left to its loading position (See Figure 5, below). Figure 5 LOADING THE REVOLVER. 2. Insert cartridges and gently close cylinder, making sure it is securely latched. Do not “flip” the cylinder open or shut. 3. DO NOT TOUCH THE TRIGGER UNTIL YOU ARE READY TO FIRE. 4. DO NOT HOLD THE REVOLVER BY THE BARREL OR CYLINDER WHEN FIRING.
TO UNLOAD OR EJECT CARTRIDGE CASES KEEP THE REVOLVER POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION! 1. Press crane latch. Guide cylinder out left of frame as for loading. The revolver now cannot be fired. 2. Push head of ejector rod smartly toward rear of cylinder until it stops. This action will extract cartridges or fired cases. Do not eject live cartridges onto any surface where a primer might strike a solid object and discharge the cartridge. 3. Check to be sure all chambers are empty.
WARNING – DISASSEMBLY Always unload a firearm before cleaning, lubrication, disassembly or assembly. Never remove or install a loaded cylinder – it can fire if dropped or struck. 3 2 1 4 UNLOAD BEFORE CLEANING DISASSEMBLY Read instructions before disassembling a gun. 1. BE CERTAIN THE REVOLVER IS UNLOADED BEFORE DISASSEMBLY. 2. Using a properly fitting screwdriver (or screwdriver end of supplied lock key), remove the grip retaining screw from bottom of grip.
CARE AND CLEANING ALWAYS BE CERTAIN THE REVOLVER IS UNLOADED BEFORE CLEANING. General: All the components of the LCR were designed with corrosion resistance and ease of cleaning in mind. The aluminum frame of the RUGER® LCR has been coated with a synergistic coating. This revolutionary new coating gives a very hard, very slick and abrasion-resistant surface to the aluminum, as well as excellent resistance to corrosion.
If lead bullets are used extensively, it is possible that lead build-up may cause cylinder binding. It is recommended that extra care and attention be paid to cleaning the area where the cylinder and crane are joined and also pay close attention to cleaning the breech end of the barrel. To help prevent binding, one can lubricate the cylinder/crane gap with Break-Free® CLP or other lubricant that meets or exceeds MIL-L-63460, however this is not required for proper functioning.
5. Using a small (1/8” or smaller) punch, gently push on hammer pivot pin until the pin is recessed about .10” deep (see Figure 7). The pin has been pushed deeply enough when the bottom of the head of the hammer pivot pin on the shooter’s left hand side of the gun will just clear its pocket on the fire control housing (see Figure 8). CAUTION: DO NOT COMPLETELY REMOVE PIN OR YOUR REVOLVER WILL CEASE TO FUNCTION. Figure 7 Figure 8 Head of Hammer Pivot Pin Pushed Out Hammer Pivot Pin 6.
13. Replace grip (see Reassembly section of this manual at page 17). Disassembly beyond the level indicated in the Disassembly Section of this manual should only be undertaken by trained factory service personnel. Frame Finish Touch-up: The synergistic hard-coat treatment applied to your LCR frame is designed to provide a hard, durable, wear and corrosion-resistant surface to the frame to allow many years of use.
SIGHTS The LCR .38 Special revolvers are provided with fixed sights. To change the front sight, drive out the pin in the barrel rib with a small punch and lift out sight blade. TM BLADE FRONT SIGHT FIXED REAR SIGHT PIN Suggested sight picture Top of front sight even with top of rear sight. Front sight centered in notch of rear sight. Target bullseye centered on top of front sight.
SERVICE AND PARTS POLICY If you have any questions with regard to the performance of your RUGER® LCR please write or call (603-865-2442) our Product Service Department in Newport, New Hampshire 03773, fully describing all circumstances and conditions involved.
All work performed is subject to a minimum labor charge and charges for shipping and handling. Custom gunsmithing service or nonstandard alterations are NOT AVAILABLE from Ruger Product Service Departments. Please contact the Product Service Department for pricing information. WARNING –PARTS PURCHASERS It is the purchaser’s responsibility to be absolutely certain that any parts ordered from the factory are correctly fitted and installed.
Because the frame of the RUGER® LCR revolver is a serial numbered component, it is defined as a “firearm” by Federal law and is not sold as a separate component. TM *Parts designated by an asterisk must be factory fitted. These parts are fitted on an exchange basis only. We will not return the replaced parts. We will not return any part that is broken, malfunctioning, badly worn or has been modified. See “Warning – Parts Purchasers,” p. 24.
RUGER® LCR TM PARTS LIST Design, prices and specifications subject to change without notice. SPECIFY MODEL AND CALIBER WHEN ORDERING (See Exploded View on Page 27) 26 Key No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Part Name Frame Sub-Assembly Fire Control Housing Nut Fire Control Housing Sub-Assembly Hogue® Grip, Includes Grip Screw Fire Control Housing Screw Cylinder/Crane Assembly Crane Pivot Screw Part No.
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RUGER® LCR FRAME SUB-ASSEMBLY TM PARTS LIST Design, prices and specifications subject to change without notice. SPECIFY MODEL AND CALIBER WHEN ORDERING (See Exploded View on Page 29) 28 Key No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 * 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Part Name Barrel, .
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RUGER® LCR FIRE CONTROL HOUSING SUB-ASSEMBLY TM PARTS LIST Design, prices and specifications subject to change without notice. SPECIFY MODEL AND CALIBER WHEN ORDERING (See Exploded View on Page 31) 30 Key No.
RUGER® LCR TM FIRE CONTROL HOUSING SUB-ASSEMBLY /&5 ),5( &21752/ +286,1* 68% $66(0%/< 31
RUGER® LCR CYLINDER SUB-ASSEMBLY TM PARTS LIST Design, prices and specifications subject to change without notice. SPECIFY MODEL AND CALIBER WHEN ORDERING (See Exploded View on Page 33) 32 Key No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 * 9 Part Name Ejector Extension Lock Pin Spring Lock Pin Extension Center Lock Pin Crane Ejector Spring Bushing Ejector Spring Cylinder Sub-Assembly Ejector * PARTS SO MARKED MUST BE FACTORY FITTED Part No.
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THE BASIC RULES OF SAFE FIREARMS HANDLING We believe that Americans have a right to purchase and use firearms for lawful purposes. The private ownership of firearms in America is traditional, but that ownership imposes the responsibility on the gun owner to use his firearms in a way which will ensure his own safety and that of others. When firearms are used in a safe and responsible manner, they are a great source of pleasure and satisfaction, and represent a fundamental part of our personal liberty.
A safe direction must take into account the fact that a bullet may penetrate a wall, ceiling, floor, window, etc., and strike a person or damage property. Make it a habit to know exactly where the muzzle of your gun is pointing whenever you handle it, and be sure that you are always in control of the direction in which the muzzle is pointing, even if you fall or stumble. Keep your finger off the trigger until you are ready to shoot. 3. FIREARMS SHOULD BE UNLOADED WHEN NOT IN USE.
5. BE SURE OF YOUR TARGET BEFORE YOU SHOOT. Don’t shoot unless you know exactly where your bullet is going to strike. Be sure of the bullet stop behind your target, even when dry-firing with an unloaded gun. If you are in the field hunting, do not fire at a movement or noise. Take the time to be absolutely certain of your target before you pull the trigger. 6. WEAR SHOOTING GLASSES AND HEARING PROTECTORS WHEN YOU SHOOT.
8. DON’T SHOOT AT A HARD SURFACE, OR AT WATER. Bullets can glance off many surfaces like rocks or the surface of water and travel in unpredictable directions with considerable velocity. 9. NEVER TRANSPORT A LOADED FIREARM. Firearms should always be unloaded before being placed in a vehicle. A suitable carrying case or scabbard should by used to carry an unloaded firearm to and from the shooting area. 10. AVOID ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES WHEN SHOOTING. Don’t drink until the day’s shooting is over.
A BRIEF ACCOUNT OF AN EXTRAORDINARY ACHIEVEMENT: RUGER FIREARMS Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc., had its beginning in a small machine shop occupying a rented frame building in Southport, Connecticut. In January, 1949, with an initial investment of only $50,000 and an idea, William B. Ruger and Alexander M. Sturm started production of a .
WHY NO WARRANTY CARD HAS BEEN PACKED WITH THIS NEW RUGER FIREARM The Magnuson-Moss Act (Public Law 93-637) does not require any seller or manufacturer of a consumer product to give a written warranty. It does provide that if a written warranty is given, it must be designated as “limited” or as “full” and sets minimum standards for a “full” warranty. Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc.
