Pug or LCR?

[callithump]

I need to pick up a revolver for a vehicle bug out bag. The decision rests betwee the Ruger LCR and a Charter Arms .44 Bulldog.
Which would you choose?

[Rastus]

I like the LCR better because it is lighter, but I think as a bug-out weapon you can do more with the 44.

[fightingquaker13]

Why .44? Why not .357 or .44 mag? Both of the above let you shoot two common and useful calibers. .44 is the least common of the above. Why a bug out weapon if ammo may be an issue? You'll all ways find .38 or .357. You'll mostly  find.44 mag., .44 maybe. Why take a chance. Bya n older Ruger or a J-frame.
FQ13

[mx451]

In a bug out bag we are not taking enough ammo for a sustained firefight anyways so who cares about mass quantity ammo availability?  You can find enough 44 sp to stock your BOB.  They are both 5 shots so I say take the Charter.  Just my opinion. 

[Walter45Auto]

If It HAS to be one of those, the .44 Bulldog. BUT, for MY bug out bag, I'd most likely choose a 7 or 8 shot revolver in .357 Magnum. I like .357 (You regulars here wouldn't know that, cause I've NEVER said it before.... I mean, It's not like I carry one in my pocket or anything, right?) because, as mentioned above, you can shoot .38 Special OR .357 mag. Versatility of ammo. If I were to choose a .44, it would be a .44 Mag for the same reason; it can shoot .44 Special or .44 Mag. I'd put a .357 over a .44 in my bag, because It has plenty of punch, and I've never seen a .44 mag revolver that holds more than six shots, so you can get an extra round or two with a medium or large framed .357, which could come in handy in a bug out.

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[MAUSERMAN]

The LCR is great gun but its not the Pug. I would rather have the 44spl any day over the 38spl. If its size and weight Lcr wins hands down. Now if it were me I would man up and carry the PUG.

[Grouch]

What about a Charter Arms 357 Magnum Pug. Stainless frame ported Bbl. good grips and not real bad recoil with magnum loads.Just a thought.

[callithump]

Thanks for your thoughts. I figured the LCR will soon be available in the .357 mag so I considered that also but my thinking also tends to the Pug. The gun will be a permanent addition to the area that carries come alongs, jacks, cheaters, chain, strap and tools. Stainless steel is a plus and the caliber packs a whallop. I like the idea of a last ditch weapon, driven alot and shot a little.... I'll be on the prowl next week.

[metamurph]

My questions here are:
1) have you shot both of them?  If so, what did you think?  My only revolver at this point is a 4" GP100 in .357 Mag and I love it
2) what scenarios are you preparing for in this bag? 
3) what is important to your choice?  The weight of any revolver is minimal compared to the weight of the ammo if you are carrying very much.  which goes back to the what scenarios are you thinking about in this bug out bag. 

tom

[callithump]

Hi Tom;
Good questions there. I've not shot them both but my preference tips to the .44: bullet weight, larger meplat, stailnless. I think it's smart to have preparedness strategies and the chance to have one last backup if you need it.