My wife started with a gp100 4 in. Not hard to shoot but too big to carry. Then we got her an sp101. She carried that. Then the LCR .357 came out. She liked it far better. No sharp edges, better trigger, lighter. Absorbs recoil better than the lighter, .38 lcr version. (I've had both)
Now while she's good with it the recoil does wear her down and 50 rds is about her limit. So we got one in .327 Fed and it's much more pleasant to shoot with .32 S&W Longs. The .32 magnums recoil less than .38 but bark with authority. She can shoot this one all day and it also holds 6 instead of 5.
Highly recommend it to the non-gun enthusiast who wants a handgun. At least if they are willing to spend over $500 for one.
FYI, I gave Ken Null a call and he said he was working on an ankle rig for someone else for the same weapon (442) and could have one to me in a week and half to two weeks. Pretty dang fast for a quality leather product so I went for it, that was 3/6, I report back when it arrives.
Gettin' down innagrass.
Let's Go Brandon!
So, an update to my situation:
SeriousStudent graciously sent me a Desantis Apache and a Galco Ankle Rig to try. The Apache hurt, and I wasn't a fan of the Galco. Forum member Mr. Clean sold me a new Galco Ankle Glove at a way reduced cost. I ended up REALLY liking it. I carry my 642, with new Apex spring kit, in it. It is comfortable, secure, and holds my wheelgun all day.
I generally make one to two arrests per shift, so I have to secure my 642 at least once per shift. It comes out very easily, goes back in just as well, and stays hidden unless I sit cross legged. I am very pleased with it.
I ordered a holster from them last spring, after 5 months I called the range they are located at. I was told it was being worked on and it would be in my hands in two weeks. Three months later it showed up. The next time I need a leather holster I will place an order from Ritchie Leather. http://www.ritchieholsters.com/ Same holsters and same process as Alessi as far as I can tell. Will see if the business practices are improved.
I agree with the Galco ankle holster, carry a Glock 43 daily in one, forget it is even there...
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