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skeeter · July 30, 2007, 02:06 AM

It is easier to rack an auto slide if the hammer is cocked first and then the slide.
I just like the idea of a revolver if someone is not going to really devote a lot of time to knowing/using their firearm.
I lost a dear friend who did not remember to check the chamber after the mag was out and the following day he had the accident.
Also, revolvers are so less likely to jam especially if a quick shot is needed and a firm grip is not taken (limp wristing will cause a jam in an auto only).
I saw a bank video where a police officer had to fire from on the floor with one hand at a robber with his Walter PPK-his first shot hit the robber but then his gun jammed as he used only a one hand hold and did not have time to get a firm grip in very short time. The robber then shot him several times. .380 autos also are a bad idea in my view and I am sure in the officer's view NOW.

July 30, 2007, 02:06 AM	#5
skeeter Senior Member Join Date: October 29, 1999 Posts: 883	It is easier to rack an auto slide if the hammer is cocked first and then the slide. I just like the idea of a revolver if someone is not going to really devote a lot of time to knowing/using their firearm. I lost a dear friend who did not remember to check the chamber after the mag was out and the following day he had the accident. Also, revolvers are so less likely to jam especially if a quick shot is needed and a firm grip is not taken (limp wristing will cause a jam in an auto only). I saw a bank video where a police officer had to fire from on the floor with one hand at a robber with his Walter PPK-his first shot hit the robber but then his gun jammed as he used only a one hand hold and did not have time to get a firm grip in very short time. The robber then shot him several times. .380 autos also are a bad idea in my view and I am sure in the officer's view NOW.