Who here prefers a Revolver over a semi-auto, as a general purpose sidearm? I've long considers revolvers. But in the age of the reliable semi-auto's what does a revolver really offer?
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Who here prefers a Revolver over a semi-auto, as a general purpose sidearm? I've long considers revolvers. But in the age of the reliable semi-auto's what does a revolver really offer?
I like both equally.
The right tool to accomplish the job. In bear country I pack one of my S&W 44 Mags. I also pocket carry a J-frame .357 when my clothes dictate that as the best option. There are things you can do with a revolver that you can't do with an auto.
All or nothing, one way or another, is seldom the correct path.
Typically a revolver is much lighter and easier for me to carry. Further, it is safe to carry under all conditions and does not even absolutely require a holster. So, for everyday wandering around a revolver is much more convienent for me. For beside the bed duty I run a full size autoloader.
For me, the only time carrying a wheel gun is up the boonies...6 in. SW 629. We have bears up here and I think my Glock 26 would really make them pissed.....:nono:
Like all tools, each one has its place for a given task.
So you guys have confirmed my theory. That mostly individuals carry and use revolvers for large predator protection.
With a toddler in the house I largely stopped carrying my Glocks with one in chamber (after carrying this way my entire life) - flame on, but the odd are vastly greater of an accident at home than me getting jumped and needing those extra few seconds to rack. I will chamber when I am in a situation where it makes sense (going out at night).
With that said, I've carrying my 642 a lot lately due to one always ready yet the pull weight is over 10 pounds.