The 32 Magnum J Frame is BACK!

Super Sneaky Steve · January 21, 2024, 10:21 PM

https://youtu.be/24b7MvVaL4I?si=VHbmsyuDCIYf0fiq

I couldn't find it on Lipsey's website yet but here's a video about it.

Yes they are making a 38 version but who cares about that? It's the 32 that everyone wants.

**Aguila Blanca** · January 21, 2024, 11:31 PM

Looks interesting.

I already have a small-frame Taurus .327 Federal Mag that shoots the .32 H&R Magnum, though, so I don't think I need another back-up revolver.

EIGHTYDUECE · January 21, 2024, 11:50 PM

Nice. I look forward to a DA/SA version in the future

TruthTellers · January 22, 2024, 03:02 AM

Nice to see Smith finally start doing a .32 revolver, but I expect there won't be many of them made before Smith pulls the plug on it.

Ernest T Bass · January 23, 2024, 12:09 AM

I really like the fact that there is no internal lock!

HHQ · January 23, 2024, 10:32 AM

When will these be available?

upstate81 · January 23, 2024, 01:09 PM

Looks like late February these will be available.

wild cat mccane · January 23, 2024, 02:45 PM

Not going to have a lock and that's expected.

Only time lock was even considered an issue with the light framed J frames.

jski · January 23, 2024, 03:32 PM

This “Ultimate Carry” J-frame has quite a few improvements incorporated into it besides the re-introduction of .32 H&R Mag: trigger, both front and rear sights, titanium firing pin, grips, chamfered chambers, etc. So will these show up in the S&W lineup?

jski · January 23, 2024, 03:33 PM

I have a 327 LCR and only fire spicy 32 H&Rs in it. I use: .32 H&R Magnum (Pet Loads) for recipes for those "extra hot .32 Mag" loads.

The minimum gun for a 327s (for me) would be an SP101 with a 3" barrel.

jar · January 23, 2024, 03:44 PM

I have a surfeit of 32 snubbies and still prefer the plain old 32S&W Long over the higher power H&R and magnum cartridges simply for accuracy and control. The one that gets carried most often is an old Colt Pocket Positive with the 2½" barrel. Just like what J. Edgar carried.

jski · January 23, 2024, 04:03 PM

Do you use it for PD?

MZ5 · January 23, 2024, 04:55 PM

Good for S&W!

jar · January 23, 2024, 06:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jski

Do you use it for PD?

What is PD?

eastbank · January 23, 2024, 06:39 PM

i bought a ruger vacaro in 32 mag and i like it.

jski · January 24, 2024, 10:49 AM

PD = personal defense

jar · January 24, 2024, 04:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jski

PD = personal defense

Then if the question was aimed at me, the answer is "Thankfully not yet". And hope to never use it for PD but have faith that it will work if I do my part.

jski · January 25, 2024, 12:50 AM

I offer this up for your consideration:

Why the Best Snub Nose Caliber is .32

ViperR · February 8, 2024, 07:43 PM

Big fan of the .32 in Long (S&W/Colt NP), .32 H&R and Fed .327 (not so much). And reload for all.
Hot 32 Longs and +P H&R 32 for my 327 revolver. 327's are just too punishing in a snub revolver.
Been experimenting +P 32 H&R in 327 brass. Pretty good results, since the 327 brass is more stout.
Love the 32's.

liv4spd · February 9, 2024, 03:30 PM

In my opinion, 327 mag is the best round for a revolver.

Will this new model be offered as a 6-shot J-frame finally?

I still think my SP101 327 will be better. It is slightly heavier to reduce recoil. There is a hammer spur to mess up with. Did I say I love the all around 3-inch barrel?

Pumpkin · February 9, 2024, 04:42 PM

I had a couple of H&R 32 S&W’s that I swear when the light was right you could see those lead bullets glistening in the sunlight. This was just before they put a dent on the 55 gal drum I was shooting at. Even a 25 FMJ would punch a hole in the drum and 22’s always penetrate these old drums.

ViperR · February 11, 2024, 08:07 PM

Yes to all posts on how great .32's are. A forgotten caliber that is coming back especially for reloading.
Very popular with Cowboy action events in lever and revolver.
Ruger revolvers (except for the plastic snubs) can handle the full 327 furry. And the smaller frames will be fine with Longs and H&R.
A reloaded .32 is very fun to work with, especially with hot Longs and hot H&R's in a sturdy revolver and lever action.
So much fun!

Buckeye! · February 14, 2024, 08:03 PM

I like my LCR327 …

5whiskey · February 14, 2024, 10:16 PM

I'm still waiting for a 5 shot .327 magnum that can be thrown in a shallow pocket with ease... one not made by Charter

44caliberkid · February 15, 2024, 10:22 AM

Ruger made a run of Single Sevens in 327 Federal that sold out quick. If you can find one now they cost $900 to over $1000 at auction. It should be a regular catalog item for sure. An 8 shot L frame Smith would be awesome too.

January 21, 2024, 10:21 PM	#1
Super Sneaky Steve Senior Member Join Date: August 9, 2011 Posts: 1,251	The 32 Magnum J Frame is BACK! https://youtu.be/24b7MvVaL4I?si=VHbmsyuDCIYf0fiq I couldn't find it on Lipsey's website yet but here's a video about it. Yes they are making a 38 version but who cares about that? It's the 32 that everyone wants.

January 21, 2024, 11:31 PM	#2
Aguila Blanca Staff Join Date: September 25, 2008 Location: CONUS Posts: 18,509	Looks interesting. I already have a small-frame Taurus .327 Federal Mag that shoots the .32 H&R Magnum, though, so I don't think I need another back-up revolver. __________________ NRA Life Member / Certified Instructor NRA Chief RSO / CMP RSO 1911 Certified Armorer Jeepaholic

January 21, 2024, 11:50 PM	#3
EIGHTYDUECE Senior Member Join Date: July 19, 2001 Posts: 577	Nice. I look forward to a DA/SA version in the future __________________ "KNEES IN THE BREEZE" "Shop Smart, Shop S-Mart"- ASH

January 22, 2024, 03:02 AM	#4
TruthTellers Senior Member Join Date: October 22, 2016 Posts: 3,890	Nice to see Smith finally start doing a .32 revolver, but I expect there won't be many of them made before Smith pulls the plug on it. __________________ "We always think there's gonna be more time... then it runs out."

January 23, 2024, 12:09 AM	#5
Ernest T Bass Senior Member Join Date: February 13, 2006 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 138	No internal lock! I really like the fact that there is no internal lock!

January 23, 2024, 10:32 AM	#6
HHQ Junior Member Join Date: January 17, 2024 Posts: 10	When will these be available?

January 23, 2024, 01:09 PM	#7
upstate81 Senior Member Join Date: October 20, 2011 Location: NY Posts: 801	Looks like late February these will be available.

January 23, 2024, 02:45 PM	#8
wild cat mccane Senior Member Join Date: May 22, 2011 Posts: 3,645	Not going to have a lock and that's expected. Only time lock was even considered an issue with the light framed J frames. __________________ My wife is a pulmonologist (respiratory Dr) and epidemiologist. If you have any questions on COVID, please reach out to me in PM.

January 23, 2024, 03:32 PM	#9
jski Senior Member Join Date: March 5, 2016 Posts: 374	This “Ultimate Carry” J-frame has quite a few improvements incorporated into it besides the re-introduction of .32 H&R Mag: trigger, both front and rear sights, titanium firing pin, grips, chamfered chambers, etc. So will these show up in the S&W lineup?

January 23, 2024, 03:33 PM	#10
jski Senior Member Join Date: March 5, 2016 Posts: 374	I have a 327 LCR and only fire spicy 32 H&Rs in it. I use: .32 H&R Magnum (Pet Loads) for recipes for those "extra hot .32 Mag" loads. The minimum gun for a 327s (for me) would be an SP101 with a 3" barrel.

January 23, 2024, 04:03 PM	#12
jski Senior Member Join Date: March 5, 2016 Posts: 374	Do you use it for PD?

January 23, 2024, 04:55 PM	#13
MZ5 Member Join Date: March 6, 2009 Location: Arizona, USA Posts: 55	Good for S&W!

January 23, 2024, 06:39 PM	#15
eastbank Senior Member Join Date: February 7, 2008 Location: pa. Posts: 2,452	i bought a ruger vacaro in 32 mag and i like it.

January 24, 2024, 10:49 AM	#16
jski Senior Member Join Date: March 5, 2016 Posts: 374	PD = personal defense

January 25, 2024, 12:50 AM	#18
jski Senior Member Join Date: March 5, 2016 Posts: 374	I offer this up for your consideration: Why the Best Snub Nose Caliber is .32

February 8, 2024, 07:43 PM	#19
ViperR Member Join Date: October 2, 2017 Posts: 78	Big fan of the .32 in Long (S&W/Colt NP), .32 H&R and Fed .327 (not so much). And reload for all. Hot 32 Longs and +P H&R 32 for my 327 revolver. 327's are just too punishing in a snub revolver. Been experimenting +P 32 H&R in 327 brass. Pretty good results, since the 327 brass is more stout. Love the 32's.

February 9, 2024, 03:30 PM	#20
liv4spd Member Join Date: January 28, 2024 Posts: 93	In my opinion, 327 mag is the best round for a revolver. Will this new model be offered as a 6-shot J-frame finally? I still think my SP101 327 will be better. It is slightly heavier to reduce recoil. There is a hammer spur to mess up with. Did I say I love the all around 3-inch barrel?

February 9, 2024, 04:42 PM	#21
Pumpkin Senior Member Join Date: October 18, 2020 Location: Seguin Texas Posts: 463	I had a couple of H&R 32 S&W’s that I swear when the light was right you could see those lead bullets glistening in the sunlight. This was just before they put a dent on the 55 gal drum I was shooting at. Even a 25 FMJ would punch a hole in the drum and 22’s always penetrate these old drums.

February 11, 2024, 08:07 PM	#22
ViperR Member Join Date: October 2, 2017 Posts: 78	Yes to all posts on how great .32's are. A forgotten caliber that is coming back especially for reloading. Very popular with Cowboy action events in lever and revolver. Ruger revolvers (except for the plastic snubs) can handle the full 327 furry. And the smaller frames will be fine with Longs and H&R. A reloaded .32 is very fun to work with, especially with hot Longs and hot H&R's in a sturdy revolver and lever action. So much fun!

February 14, 2024, 08:03 PM	#23
Buckeye! Senior Member Join Date: September 1, 2008 Posts: 849	I like my LCR327 …

February 14, 2024, 10:16 PM	#24
5whiskey Senior Member Join Date: October 23, 2005 Location: US Posts: 3,670	I'm still waiting for a 5 shot .327 magnum that can be thrown in a shallow pocket with ease... one not made by Charter __________________ Support the NRA-ILA Auction, ends 03/09/2018 https://thefiringline.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=593946

February 15, 2024, 10:22 AM	#25
44caliberkid Senior Member Join Date: May 15, 2017 Location: Iowa Posts: 1,118	Ruger made a run of Single Sevens in 327 Federal that sold out quick. If you can find one now they cost $900 to over $1000 at auction. It should be a regular catalog item for sure. An 8 shot L frame Smith would be awesome too.