lite 357

[splitshot]

   am looking for a 357 that weighs less than a pound.  I know there is one that is 13 ounces but cant remember what make or model.   thank you,  mike w

[lewy]

Lcr

[Bill W]

At the distance these are intended to be shot at, what's the practical difference between a .38 Spl and a .357?  At some point there's such a thing as too much.

[Igor]

At the distance these are intended to be shot at, what's the practical difference between a .38 Spl and a .357?  At some point there's such a thing as too much.

Generally speaking, a .357 will put up over 400 ft lbs with a good load out of a two inch. The +P .38s will deal out about 250 ft lbs.  Quite a "difference" !!!

[huntingfool7]

Is this a question or a WTB?

[netcoyote]

Pricey, but if you can afford it, you won't find much lighter.
Model 360PD
The price is $1,019.00 *
*Suggested Retail, Dealer Sets Actual Pricing
SKU:163064
Model: 360PD
Caliber: .357 Magnum®
.38 S&W Special +P
Capacity: 5 Rounds
Barrel Length: 1.875" / 4.7 cm
Action: Single/Double Action
Front Sight: Hi-Viz Fiber Optic Orange
Rear Sight: Fixed
Grip: Synthetic
Overall Length: 6.31" / 16 cm
Weight: 11.4 oz / 332.2 g
Material: Scandium Alloy Frame
Titanium Alloy Cylinder
Finish: Matte Black
Frame Size: Small - Exposed Hammer

[splitshot]

    I am looking to buy.  I have not seen a 38 that is under a pound, they are more like 2 lbs.  so will get a light 357 and shoot 38's in it.  am looking seriously at the lcr.    mike w

[splitshot]

   net,  that's it.  the one I could not remember.  could have got it for $650 but it was in Idaho and the rat wouldn't sell to me straight on.  I did not want to pay $45 ffl and tax.  will keep looking.  thanks,    mike w

[Special T]

My Buddy has the SW 357 and its a sweet gun. the bullets weigh more than the pistol.

IMO i wouldnt pass on a 38 spl either if it was light enough... I know taurus makes a light one. I think in a CC revolver you dont have to go SW, even tho they are a "Better" gun.

[Widgeondeke]

The S&W 360 is avail in .357 and under a pound.
I picked up the M&P Bodyguard in .38 +P a couple months ago from classifieds.
I can carry in front pocket and it doesn't pull pants down.

[Call em in]

Lcr

   great gun, great value.  Shoots well and very light.

[Jason]

    I am looking to buy.  I have not seen a 38 that is under a pound, they are more like 2 lbs.  so will get a light 357 and shoot 38's in it.  am looking seriously at the lcr.    mike w

Look no Further

Ruger LCR model 5401 in 38spl +p  and is 13.50oz

http://www.ruger.com/products/lcr/specSheets/5401.html

Also with Crimson Trace® Lasergrips model 5402  38spl+p and is 13.00oz

http://www.ruger.com/products/lcr/specSheets/5402.html

[thinkingman]

Pricey, but if you can afford it, you won't find much lighter.
Model 360PD
The price is $1,019.00 *
*Suggested Retail, Dealer Sets Actual Pricing
SKU:163064
Model: 360PD
Caliber: .357 Magnum®
.38 S&W Special +P
Capacity: 5 Rounds
Barrel Length: 1.875" / 4.7 cm
Action: Single/Double Action
Front Sight: Hi-Viz Fiber Optic Orange
Rear Sight: Fixed
Grip: Synthetic
Overall Length: 6.31" / 16 cm
Weight: 11.4 oz / 332.2 g
Material: Scandium Alloy Frame
Titanium Alloy Cylinder
Finish: Matte Black
Frame Size: Small - Exposed Hammer

Most violent handgun I've ever shot.
10 rounds of full-house .357 mag and you'll need a timeout.
Is the OP looking for CC?
Taurus Titanium Tracker is very light and the 4" barrel gets a lot more KE out of the round.

[netcoyote]

Most violent handgun I've ever shot.
10 rounds of full-house .357 mag and you'll need a timeout.
Is the OP looking for CC?
Taurus Titanium Tracker is very light and the 4" barrel gets a lot more KE out of the round.

No doubt. Simple physics. I would never suggest this for a daily shooter, or even a CC if it was for me. OP only mentioned light weight as a criteria.
Taurus Tracker would be a lot more manageable and a helluva lot cheaper.

[HighlandLofts]

I have a Taurus 85T made out of Titanium and is Ported, it shoots 38+P and is a pleasure to shoot. It's light and the recoil is OK. But it was $460 & tax "Used" It's the only one I ever seen and I've been looking for one for a while. I shoot Hornady Critical Defense loads through it.

[Quaka Wacka]

I have he SW 360PD. While its not fun to shoot full power loads out of, its very manageable. Also surprisingly accurate. The guy I bought it from, complained about how bad it was too shoot, but again it's no worse than any snub nosed .357. A big part of the unpleasantness is the muzzle blast. I believe the LCR comes in .357 now as well. Generally not as accurate, but less expensive.

[CP]

Yes, the LCR comes in .357 but it’s slightly over a pound.  The Houge grips really tame the recoil; it is not particularly unpleasant to shoot.

http://www.ruger.com/products/lcr/models.html

[splitshot]

  thank you for the input.  very interesting and informative.   now am thinking about a lite 9 mm.  reason is I am not a big guy and don't like to be pushed around by excessive recoil.    have a couple of big friends that are very interested in the lcr and the bodyguard 38.  mike w

[Quaka Wacka]

  thank you for the input.  very interesting and informative.   now am thinking about a lite 9 mm.  reason is I am not a big guy and don't like to be pushed around by excessive recoil.    have a couple of big friends that are very interested in the lcr and the bodyguard 38.  mike w

Pistol shooting technique has more to do with felt recoil than physical size. I've seen much smaller guys handle and shoot heavy recoiling pistols better than me, and I'm 220#. Whatever you decide, try and go shoot a buddys first.

[MP123]

I've got the S&W 340PD.  It's a great carry gun but with full house .357 feels sort of like a firecracker going off in your hand.  It's really meant to be carried a lot and shot little.  I would recommend it as CCW but you'll probably want something else too if you enjoy shooting much.

To be honest any ultra light CCW in a major caliber is going to be a handful if you plan to shoot it often...