With the rising popularity of the LCR, in December 2011 Ruger announced the new Ruger LCR 22 chambered in . 22 LR with eight round capacity.
The "'Ruger LCR "'is a compact revolver built by SP101 and with only the barrel and fluted cylinder made of stainless steel.
With the advancement of technology and design in 2010 major revolver manufacturers are coming out with polymer frame revolvers like the Ruger LCR, Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 38, and Taurus Protector Polymer.