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black mamba · August 18, 2013, 02:02 AM

I always ask if it's OK to dry fire, but then stick my finger between the frame and hammer anyway, so it doesn't hit the firing pin. I also close my eyes and concentrate on the feel-- it seems to help me, at any rate.

I always thought a 5" barrel both looked and felt the best on a medium or large frame revolver, and would prefer a 4 or 4-1/2 over a 5-1/2 or 6 inch. For a dedicated hunting revolver, a 6 or 6-1/2 inch is a good compromise of velocity vs. portability.

August 18, 2013, 02:02 AM	#14
black mamba Senior Member Join Date: September 13, 2011 Location: SW Florida Posts: 890	I always ask if it's OK to dry fire, but then stick my finger between the frame and hammer anyway, so it doesn't hit the firing pin. I also close my eyes and concentrate on the feel-- it seems to help me, at any rate. I always thought a 5" barrel both looked and felt the best on a medium or large frame revolver, and would prefer a 4 or 4-1/2 over a 5-1/2 or 6 inch. For a dedicated hunting revolver, a 6 or 6-1/2 inch is a good compromise of velocity vs. portability.