Who here prefers a Revolver over a semi-auto?

[Giggles]

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?

[Malamute]

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 do, but most of my use is way out of town in the Rockies. Critters are far more likely to be an issue than people. Even the towns are pretty tame as far as person-on-person crime goes, though a large number of people carry concealed.

[qsy]

I do, but most of my use is way out of town in the Rockies. Critters are far more likely to be an issue than people. Even the towns are pretty tame as far as person-on-person crime goes, though a large number of people carry concealed.

Agree. Model 27,57,29 with a 6+ " barrel is by far my choice when I'm out of town. Speed reloading is usually not a factor, accurate, good choice of ammo.

[HKGuns]

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.

[The Dumb Gun Collector]

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.

[diving dave]

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.....

[HighDesert]

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.

Better than my response.

[Gunnar da Wolf]

I prefer a revolver to a semi auto. I can't explain it but picking up a 4" N frame S&W or Ruger Redhawk is like shaking hands with an old friend. I shoot a 1911 or even tactical Tupperware better but still prefer to carry a real revolver, with a speedloader and a speed strip.

[KUSA]

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.

I'm the exact opposite. I like a revolver as a bedside weapon because of its simplicity. For everyday wandering around I prefer an autoloader.

A revolver is too wide for a concealed weapon and the limited amount of ammo is a turn off.

[Eurodriver]

I'm the exact opposite. I like a revolver as a bedside weapon because of its simplicity. For everyday wandering around I prefer an autoloader.

A revolver is too wide for a concealed weapon and the limited amount of ammo is a turn off.

Interesting. I'm like Greg.

In thunderwear, I can carry a J Frame in swim shorts with no t-shirt on at the beach. I can carry it in basketball shorts when I just run to the store. Or I can conceal it in a business casual. Can't easily do that with a heavy G26 let alone G19.

The logic is that a revolver is okay as I don't carry a CCW to defend myself from a Zombie invasion or put myself in situations where I can't immediately egress. I'm not an LEO confronting violent suspects, my job is defending my immediate self, not playing hero.

On the other hand, folks that kick in doors at 3am (or 3pm for that matter) usually have weapons and work in teams. I'm in my house and my possessions, family, and dog are here. I'm not going to run away and leave them to fend for themselves. The bedside gun gets the 33rd mag of Gold Dots.

And a spare.