lee n. field
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Tough call on this. I have both of these revolvers as well as an LCR in .357 so I can speak from experience. These are both well made revolvers and either one will suit you well I'm sure.
From my experience the 642 will carry easier in the pocket. I attribute this to the fact the factory grips on the 642 are a bit less tacky than the LCR grips as well as I think they are a bit more narrow. I can slide the 642 into a shorts pocket or my dress slacks pocket and it's no problem at all.
I quite dislike the (current) factory grips that came with my 642. They look like an Uncle Mike's boot grip, but aren't.
I'm picky about revolver grips. I don't much care for the soft rubber Hogues either, though if I can't find something more to my liking I will use them.