LCR .357 or M&P 40C

[AZRimRunner]

Alright guys, I want to hear your opinions. I have been carrying a J-Frame for about a year now. My wife has decided to start carrying so we need another handgun. I have pretty much decided on either a LCR in .357 or a M&P 40C.

The reason that I like my wheelgun is that it is light, very concealable, and extremely reliable. I realize that a 17 oz. .357 is going to be a little rude! From what I've seen on YouTube the recoil dosen't appear to be as nasty as one may think? According to the ballistic data on Speer's web page the .357's muzzle energy bests the 40 S&W by a noticible magain.

The reason that the M&P has caught my eye is it is thinner, mag. capacity, and reloads are quicker that the speedloader scenario. The reason that the M&P appeals to me is that I am left handed and it is American made.

Concealing anything is pretty easy for me. I am 6'2" and 250 lb. w/ very wide shoulders. If any of you follow NASCAR, my shoulders look like Ryan Newman's. I have completely concealed my full size Sigma IWB. The one thing that I hate though is a gun that pulls down my britches.

Any feedback will be greatly appreciated.

 

[Rudybow]

I don't know anything about either, but I did watch youtube clips of them being fired. You're right, the LCR .357's recoil doesn't look too bad. Both very nice guns, personally, I'd pick the M&P 40C mainly for the reasons you stated. I'm not as big as you are so the .357 would feel a little too bulky to be carrying in my WB. Both sweet handguns though. Good luck with your decision.