Please help me find a revolver or three for the wife. - Page 3

Rothdel · March 2, 2023, 09:12 AM

Just tossing this out there.....

A lot of great advice here and I think the multiple call outs to let her pick is wonderful advice. Guns are a very personal choice and fit differs for each of us. Recoil with one gun will be perceived wildly differently by two people shooting the same ammunition. It all comes down to what feels right and what works for an individual versus the opinions of people who have never and most likely will never meet.

One thing I didn't see in the thread that might fit the bill with one gun between a 38/357 and a 22 rimfire (LR or Magnum) is a 327 federal. A lot of emotion tied up in this cartridge but ignoring the unconditional love and hatred it elicits there are some advantages. First it can fire 327, 32 HR magnum, 32 long, 32 short, and some revolvers can fire 32 acp. For the most part you can find 327 in the same size frames you can get 38/357 in although you generally gain a round. Ruger (and maybe others I'm not familiar with) has also made smaller framed revolvers in the caliber. 32 short and long out of a 327 has, to me, very little recoil while 327 feels comparable to me to lighter 357 loads. Again totally personal preference. I like 327 but am not a loyalist like many are and recognize there are some downsides. 327 is no where near as available as 357 and there are not as many loadings available. Cost is also higher than 357 in general and certainly higher than 38. Even the lower power offerings tend to be higher priced simply due to the fact they are not as popular. While I have never had trouble finding 327 and 32 HR some people have. Again just a general thought.

Good luck and I hope your wife finds what she wants. I'm a huge revolver fan and prefer them to semi autos. I have found my tastes and favorite revolvers have changed over time and variety is a wonderful thing. So so many wonderful options out there from multiple manufactures. One call out don't discount the "budget" brands of Taurus, Charter, Rossi, and RIA. Some of these brands are budget because they do cut some corners either in fit and finish, materials, quality control, or customer service. With that being said I've found all of them have offered quality models and should not be overlooked out of hand. I own guns from all of those brands and for the price many are wonderful. A Charter Arms Bulldog has spent many days on my hip on trail hikes and a Taurus was my first introduction to the 454. Ruger, Smith, Kimber, Colt, and a number of boutique brands make wonderful revolvers and they are easy to recommend. With a little research, a close inspection, and some know how the "cheaper" brands can be solid purchases as well. If you are not 100% sure what you want exploring and trading in sub $500 guns might be a great way to buy with out remorse if you are not certain you know exactly what you want.

rms65 · March 2, 2023, 10:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Rothdel

Just tossing this out there.....

A lot of great advice here and I think the multiple call outs to let her pick is wonderful advice. Guns are a very personal choice and fit differs for each of us. Recoil with one gun will be perceived wildly differently by two people shooting the same ammunition. It all comes down to what feels right and what works for an individual versus the opinions of people who have never and most likely will never meet.

One thing I didn't see in the thread that might fit the bill with one gun between a 38/357 and a 22 rimfire (LR or Magnum) is a 327 federal. A lot of emotion tied up in this cartridge but ignoring the unconditional love and hatred it elicits there are some advantages. First it can fire 327, 32 HR magnum, 32 long, 32 short, and some revolvers can fire 32 acp. For the most part you can find 327 in the same size frames you can get 38/357 in although you generally gain a round. Ruger (and maybe others I'm not familiar with) has also made smaller framed revolvers in the caliber. 32 short and long out of a 327 has, to me, very little recoil while 327 feels comparable to me to lighter 357 loads. Again totally personal preference. I like 327 but am not a loyalist like many are and recognize there are some downsides. 327 is no where near as available as 357 and there are not as many loadings available. Cost is also higher than 357 in general and certainly higher than 38. Even the lower power offerings tend to be higher priced simply due to the fact they are not as popular. While I have never had trouble finding 327 and 32 HR some people have. Again just a general thought.

Good luck and I hope your wife finds what she wants. I'm a huge revolver fan and prefer them to semi autos. I have found my tastes and favorite revolvers have changed over time and variety is a wonderful thing. So so many wonderful options out there from multiple manufactures. One call out don't discount the "budget" brands of Taurus, Charter, Rossi, and RIA. Some of these brands are budget because they do cut some corners either in fit and finish, materials, quality control, or customer service. With that being said I've found all of them have offered quality models and should not be overlooked out of hand. I own guns from all of those brands and for the price many are wonderful. A Charter Arms Bulldog has spent many days on my hip on trail hikes and a Taurus was my first introduction to the 454. Ruger, Smith, Kimber, Colt, and a number of boutique brands make wonderful revolvers and they are easy to recommend. With a little research, a close inspection, and some know how the "cheaper" brands can be solid purchases as well. If you are not 100% sure what you want exploring and trading in sub $500 guns might be a great way to buy with out remorse if you are not certain you know exactly what you want.

Thanks for the nice reply. I read about the 32 because it was recommended earlier. It seems like a great caliber. Unfortunately the revolver is mostly for snakes while out working on the property. Unfortunately there's no commercially available snakeshot for 32s. Yesterday I ordered her/us a 38lrcrx snubby.

For a daily carry I ordered her a P365-380
Thanks all for your input.

Rothdel · March 2, 2023, 10:23 AM

Good for you.

I have the LCR in 357 and 327 and they are great revolvers. I hope she is happy with it.

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March 2, 2023, 09:12 AM	#51
Rothdel Senior Member Join Date: June 9, 2015 Posts: 190	Just tossing this out there..... A lot of great advice here and I think the multiple call outs to let her pick is wonderful advice. Guns are a very personal choice and fit differs for each of us. Recoil with one gun will be perceived wildly differently by two people shooting the same ammunition. It all comes down to what feels right and what works for an individual versus the opinions of people who have never and most likely will never meet. One thing I didn't see in the thread that might fit the bill with one gun between a 38/357 and a 22 rimfire (LR or Magnum) is a 327 federal. A lot of emotion tied up in this cartridge but ignoring the unconditional love and hatred it elicits there are some advantages. First it can fire 327, 32 HR magnum, 32 long, 32 short, and some revolvers can fire 32 acp. For the most part you can find 327 in the same size frames you can get 38/357 in although you generally gain a round. Ruger (and maybe others I'm not familiar with) has also made smaller framed revolvers in the caliber. 32 short and long out of a 327 has, to me, very little recoil while 327 feels comparable to me to lighter 357 loads. Again totally personal preference. I like 327 but am not a loyalist like many are and recognize there are some downsides. 327 is no where near as available as 357 and there are not as many loadings available. Cost is also higher than 357 in general and certainly higher than 38. Even the lower power offerings tend to be higher priced simply due to the fact they are not as popular. While I have never had trouble finding 327 and 32 HR some people have. Again just a general thought. Good luck and I hope your wife finds what she wants. I'm a huge revolver fan and prefer them to semi autos. I have found my tastes and favorite revolvers have changed over time and variety is a wonderful thing. So so many wonderful options out there from multiple manufactures. One call out don't discount the "budget" brands of Taurus, Charter, Rossi, and RIA. Some of these brands are budget because they do cut some corners either in fit and finish, materials, quality control, or customer service. With that being said I've found all of them have offered quality models and should not be overlooked out of hand. I own guns from all of those brands and for the price many are wonderful. A Charter Arms Bulldog has spent many days on my hip on trail hikes and a Taurus was my first introduction to the 454. Ruger, Smith, Kimber, Colt, and a number of boutique brands make wonderful revolvers and they are easy to recommend. With a little research, a close inspection, and some know how the "cheaper" brands can be solid purchases as well. If you are not 100% sure what you want exploring and trading in sub $500 guns might be a great way to buy with out remorse if you are not certain you know exactly what you want.

March 2, 2023, 10:23 AM	#53
Rothdel Senior Member Join Date: June 9, 2015 Posts: 190	Good for you. I have the LCR in 357 and 327 and they are great revolvers. I hope she is happy with it.