Switched to a revolver for ccw... - Page 2

Mike_Fontenot · March 7, 2019, 03:25 PM

After carrying a 10mm Kimber Eclipse 1911 for years, I switched to a S&W 69 4" L-Frame 5-shot .44mag for a couple of years. Then, about 6 months or so ago, I switched again to a S&W 629 5" full-underlug "Classic" N-Frame .44mag, and that's pretty clearly going to be my permanent carry from here on out. I carry it every day, from pajamas-off until pajamas-on, in a homemade under-the-shirt cloth vertical shoulder holster. Conceals very well and is very comfortable. I shoot it in SA mode, cocking the hammer immediately after firing with my weak-hand thumb ... DA mode would only be used if a bad guy was right on top of me, and I couldn't miss.

Black Wolf · March 8, 2019, 07:45 AM

I'm kinda leaning the same way. Shelved my CZ P10c w/ RMR, this morning, and left the house with my SP101. Honestly, I think an auto makes more sense as a defensive handgun, but I make all sorts of decisions that don't make any sense

I grew up with a SS Single Six in 22 (both cylinders) and, even with DA's, something just feels "right" about a wheel gun. I've been issued both revolvers and autos, I typically shoot a (service size) revolver better than an auto. Shoot perfect quals with the auto, but not as consistently or as easily. Heck, the auto that I have shot the best (not counting1911's) had a trigger that felt like a tuned revolver.

I just seem to like them better and I'm at that age where that is ALL the justification I need

Plus I normally have a Kalashnikov and a butt load of spare mags in the car so, as long as a couple speed loaders can get me back to my trunk, I should be aight.

gnystrom · March 8, 2019, 09:58 AM

Check out the 2" or 3" Kimber K6s. Lighter than a K frame, same six round capacity, and a really great trigger. Although I find them unnecessary, they will offer a model with a Hammer very soon.

KyJim · March 8, 2019, 02:39 PM

I purchased two revolvers in the last year and sometimes carry them --- a Ruger LCR in 9mm and a SW M19 Carry Comp. The Carry Comp has a 3-inch barrel. I guess I have a thing about three-inch barrels. I have accumulated five of them.

Ridgerunner665 · March 8, 2019, 05:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Black Wolf

Honestly, I think an auto makes more sense as a defensive handgun...

It depends...

For normal everyday carry, I believe a 5-8 shot pistol is plenty and then some.

But.... If, for whatever reason, I was expecting trouble that might include more than 2-3 bad guys or a prolonged gun fight, I'd pack the Glock 32 that day.

It becomes a personal choice, for years I was ready for the running gun fight scenario...the sacrifice was comfort...I'm getting old and achy so I've reevaluated things and decided to make the change to the wheel gun.

mrcharlie3531 · March 8, 2019, 05:34 PM

That's a beautiful revolver. I want one

USSR · March 8, 2019, 08:47 PM

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If, for whatever reason, I was expecting trouble that might include more than 2-3 bad guys or a prolonged gun fight...

I'd move to a different neighborhood.

Don

OneFreeTexan · March 9, 2019, 08:39 PM

A handgun is only used to give you time to get to your shotgun or your rifle.

mk70ss · March 9, 2019, 08:53 PM

Quote:A handgun is only used to give you time to get to your shotgun or your rifle.

This may true inside your home or business, but on a daily basis out shopping and doing normal stuff in public, it’s so unrealistic it’s not funny.

Black Wolf · March 10, 2019, 08:05 AM

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Originally Posted by mk70ss

Quote:A handgun is only used to give you time to get to your shotgun or your rifle.

This may true inside your home or business, but on a daily basis out shopping and doing normal stuff in public, it’s so unrealistic it’s not funny.

My general rule is - "One Hour". If I am driving more than 1 hour from home, I have a rifle and several mags. The logic is that I want to go back home and, the farther I am from it, the more difficult that task might be.

So yea, running up to the redbox or library, NOPE there is no rifle for my handgun to get me back to.

mk70ss · March 10, 2019, 10:57 AM

And I am pretty sure if you stop for a snack or a burger, you don’t tote said rifle into the establishment. A firearm on my belt trumps long gun in the car or back at the house. Now at my house, I have an 8 shot 12 gauge in the bedroom.........

Ridgerunner665 · March 10, 2019, 11:09 AM

Got the longer holster... Its made for a Glock 17... But is as close as I could find to a proper appendix carry holster for the 3 inch SP101.

Works pretty good, carries nice and low.

High Noon Mr. Softy for a Glock 17, with the retention screw removed.... about $39 shipping and all.

tallball · March 10, 2019, 09:32 PM

Like Black Wolf, I grew up with a Single Six. I still prefer revolvers, though I also shoot and sometimes carry semi-autos.

My most frequent carry is my LCR 38 special in the cargo pocket of my "dad" shorts.

My 44 special Bulldog feels good in my coat pocket when it's cold outside.

ms6852 · March 10, 2019, 10:06 PM

I too just recently started carrying a revolver a 686 3" revolver, hold 7 rounds, just like my 1911 I used to carry. No reason other than I wanted something new

JERRYS. · March 11, 2019, 08:15 PM

a K frame snub with a round but is a great ccw gun. the model 64 or model 10 in such a configuration will handle the stoutest load for that caliber with ease and no abuse to the shooter. they are surprisingly easy to shoot well.

Ed4032 · March 11, 2019, 08:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by USSR

I'd move to a different neighborhood.

Don

Or a bring Marine Recon unit.

Carmady · March 12, 2019, 12:03 AM

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Check out the 2" or 3" Kimber K6s. Lighter than a K frame, same six round capacity, and a really great trigger. Although I find them unnecessary, they will offer a model with a Hammer very soon.

I'd like to see that in 9mm without the hammer.

rodfac · March 12, 2019, 07:44 AM

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Check out the 2" or 3" Kimber K6s. Lighter than a K frame, same six round capacity,

...and...you get Kimber's sterling customer service! (and I truly hope it works out for you if you need it) ... Thank you, but I'll stick with a tried and true S&W M60, hammer, adj. sights and a 3" tube. YMMv, Rod

USSR · March 12, 2019, 10:47 AM

Quote:
Check out the 2" or 3" Kimber K6s. Lighter than a K frame, same six round capacity,

Quote:

...and...you get Kimber's sterling customer service! (and I truly hope is works out for you) ... Thank you, but I'll stick with a tried and true S&W M60, hammer, adj. sights and a 3" tube. YMMv, Rod

Have to agree with Rod, although my taste runs to the P&R'd S&W Model 19's with the 2.5" barrels.

Don

Fjblair · March 27, 2019, 11:08 PM

Lots of gun owners are infatuated with high capacity. Facts be damned, I need seventeen rounds and a backup in an ankle holster. I do it too sometimes, but a J-frame .38 in my pocket is my go to ccw. There are no bad choices.

pete2 · March 28, 2019, 09:47 AM

I decided on carrying a revolver several years ago. I carry a 642, usually in a pocket. Tried an LC9, it doesn't work in a pocket. I have a 2-1/2" 19 but I'm not into holster carry, if I was it would prolly be a lightweight Commander.

**Mike Irwin** · March 28, 2019, 11:28 AM

I've carried revolvers primarily since the 1980s.

My first carry revolver was a Charter Arms Off Duty .38 Special.

Carried that until I got my first S&W snub. About 1998 or so I transitioned to a Smith 042 Centennial Hammerless.

That's still my primary carry handgun.

I've also carried an S&W 19 2.5" in a shoulder holster.

I have carried semi-autos on and off, primarily a Taurus PT 22 when I need something really small. For awhile I also carried a Kahr K9.

Recently, though, I've been seriously thinking about moving my primary carry gun to a semi-auto 9mm, and the one currently at the top of that heap is the Ruger Security 9.

K_Mac · March 28, 2019, 03:30 PM

Anytime this topic comes up there are some who suggest that if one expects trouble or multiple attackers avoidance is the only answer, and for "normal" circumstances a 5 shot revolver is a reasonable choice. It certainly may be, but I think we can all agree that no thinking person is going into a situation where well armed attackers are likely unless there is no other option. My guess is few, if any, would do so with a 5 shot wheel gun.

My point is for most of us the likelihood of needing any gun is very small. So small that some will make the case that a gun of any sort is unnecessary. The truth is though that if a gun is needed we have no idea what to expect in number of assailants or rounds needed. In a situation where my life, the life of a loved one or someone in my charge is in jeopardy I will opt for greater round capacity.

And for the record, I enjoy my revolvers very much. If I'm stomping around in the woods I may have a. 357 or .22 on my belt. If I'm going to the mini mart I'll have a semiautomatic.

44caliberkid · March 28, 2019, 06:00 PM

I've carried a Charter 44 Bulldog for off duty/ ccw since 1976. Although, the last 4 or 5 years I like my 2 1/2 inch Model 66 as an alternative.

Drm50 · March 28, 2019, 08:59 PM

I had a hang up for years that I would not buy a handgun without adjustable sights. I had no use for anything I couldn't knock a can off a fence at 50'. Now I'm the exact opposite on
CCW guns. They don't need sights to use at SD ranges, they don't have to be bullseye accurate or hold 17rds. The main thing is dependability. Buy a good top shelf proven design
and get use to it.

March 9, 2019, 08:53 PM	#34
mk70ss Senior Member Join Date: January 12, 2008 Location: Tennessee Posts: 1,598	Quote:A handgun is only used to give you time to get to your shotgun or your rifle. This may true inside your home or business, but on a daily basis out shopping and doing normal stuff in public, it’s so unrealistic it’s not funny. __________________ Say when.....

March 10, 2019, 10:57 AM	#36
mk70ss Senior Member Join Date: January 12, 2008 Location: Tennessee Posts: 1,598	And I am pretty sure if you stop for a snack or a burger, you don’t tote said rifle into the establishment. A firearm on my belt trumps long gun in the car or back at the house. Now at my house, I have an 8 shot 12 gauge in the bedroom......... __________________ Say when.....

March 10, 2019, 10:06 PM	#39
ms6852 Senior Member Join Date: April 3, 2010 Location: Texas Posts: 1,394	I too just recently started carrying a revolver a 686 3" revolver, hold 7 rounds, just like my 1911 I used to carry. No reason other than I wanted something new __________________ ONLY TWO DEFINING FORCES HAVE GIVEN UP THEIR LIVES FOR YOU. ONE IS JESUS CHRIST FOR YOUR SOUL AND THE OTHER IS THE AMERICAN SOLDIER FOR YOUR FREEDOM. Last edited by ms6852; March 10, 2019 at 10:11 PM.

March 28, 2019, 11:28 AM	#47
Mike Irwin Staff Join Date: April 13, 2000 Location: Northern Virginia Posts: 41,390	I've carried revolvers primarily since the 1980s. My first carry revolver was a Charter Arms Off Duty .38 Special. Carried that until I got my first S&W snub. About 1998 or so I transitioned to a Smith 042 Centennial Hammerless. That's still my primary carry handgun. I've also carried an S&W 19 2.5" in a shoulder holster. I have carried semi-autos on and off, primarily a Taurus PT 22 when I need something really small. For awhile I also carried a Kahr K9. Recently, though, I've been seriously thinking about moving my primary carry gun to a semi-auto 9mm, and the one currently at the top of that heap is the Ruger Security 9. __________________ "The gift which I am sending you is called a dog, and is in fact the most precious and valuable possession of mankind" -Theodorus Gaza Baby Jesus cries when the fat redneck doesn't have military-grade firepower.

March 28, 2019, 03:30 PM	#48
K_Mac Senior Member Join Date: September 15, 2010 Posts: 1,850	Anytime this topic comes up there are some who suggest that if one expects trouble or multiple attackers avoidance is the only answer, and for "normal" circumstances a 5 shot revolver is a reasonable choice. It certainly may be, but I think we can all agree that no thinking person is going into a situation where well armed attackers are likely unless there is no other option. My guess is few, if any, would do so with a 5 shot wheel gun. My point is for most of us the likelihood of needing any gun is very small. So small that some will make the case that a gun of any sort is unnecessary. The truth is though that if a gun is needed we have no idea what to expect in number of assailants or rounds needed. In a situation where my life, the life of a loved one or someone in my charge is in jeopardy I will opt for greater round capacity. And for the record, I enjoy my revolvers very much. If I'm stomping around in the woods I may have a. 357 or .22 on my belt. If I'm going to the mini mart I'll have a semiautomatic. __________________ "Any fool can criticize, condemn and complain and most fools do." Benjamin Franklin

March 7, 2019, 03:25 PM	#26
Mike_Fontenot Senior Member Join Date: March 7, 2009 Posts: 568	After carrying a 10mm Kimber Eclipse 1911 for years, I switched to a S&W 69 4" L-Frame 5-shot .44mag for a couple of years. Then, about 6 months or so ago, I switched again to a S&W 629 5" full-underlug "Classic" N-Frame .44mag, and that's pretty clearly going to be my permanent carry from here on out. I carry it every day, from pajamas-off until pajamas-on, in a homemade under-the-shirt cloth vertical shoulder holster. Conceals very well and is very comfortable. I shoot it in SA mode, cocking the hammer immediately after firing with my weak-hand thumb ... DA mode would only be used if a bad guy was right on top of me, and I couldn't miss.

March 8, 2019, 07:45 AM	#27
Black Wolf Member Join Date: March 18, 2018 Location: Kansas Posts: 66	I'm kinda leaning the same way. Shelved my CZ P10c w/ RMR, this morning, and left the house with my SP101. Honestly, I think an auto makes more sense as a defensive handgun, but I make all sorts of decisions that don't make any sense I grew up with a SS Single Six in 22 (both cylinders) and, even with DA's, something just feels "right" about a wheel gun. I've been issued both revolvers and autos, I typically shoot a (service size) revolver better than an auto. Shoot perfect quals with the auto, but not as consistently or as easily. Heck, the auto that I have shot the best (not counting1911's) had a trigger that felt like a tuned revolver. I just seem to like them better and I'm at that age where that is ALL the justification I need Plus I normally have a Kalashnikov and a butt load of spare mags in the car so, as long as a couple speed loaders can get me back to my trunk, I should be aight.

March 8, 2019, 09:58 AM	#28
gnystrom Senior Member Join Date: July 30, 2006 Posts: 308	Check out the 2" or 3" Kimber K6s. Lighter than a K frame, same six round capacity, and a really great trigger. Although I find them unnecessary, they will offer a model with a Hammer very soon.

March 8, 2019, 02:39 PM	#29
KyJim Senior Member Join Date: July 26, 2005 Location: The Bluegrass Posts: 9,142	I purchased two revolvers in the last year and sometimes carry them --- a Ruger LCR in 9mm and a SW M19 Carry Comp. The Carry Comp has a 3-inch barrel. I guess I have a thing about three-inch barrels. I have accumulated five of them.

March 8, 2019, 05:34 PM	#31
mrcharlie3531 Senior Member Join Date: February 22, 2013 Posts: 112	That's a beautiful revolver. I want one

March 9, 2019, 08:39 PM	#33
OneFreeTexan Senior Member Join Date: September 15, 2002 Location: West, Texas Posts: 280	A handgun is only used to give you time to get to your shotgun or your rifle.

March 10, 2019, 11:09 AM	#37
Ridgerunner665 Senior Member Join Date: June 22, 2007 Location: Upper East Tennessee Posts: 477	Got the longer holster... Its made for a Glock 17... But is as close as I could find to a proper appendix carry holster for the 3 inch SP101. Works pretty good, carries nice and low. High Noon Mr. Softy for a Glock 17, with the retention screw removed.... about $39 shipping and all.

March 10, 2019, 09:32 PM	#38
tallball Senior Member Join Date: October 17, 2014 Posts: 2,444	Like Black Wolf, I grew up with a Single Six. I still prefer revolvers, though I also shoot and sometimes carry semi-autos. My most frequent carry is my LCR 38 special in the cargo pocket of my "dad" shorts. My 44 special Bulldog feels good in my coat pocket when it's cold outside.

March 11, 2019, 08:15 PM	#40
JERRYS. Senior Member Join Date: September 23, 2013 Location: Alabama Posts: 2,969	a K frame snub with a round but is a great ccw gun. the model 64 or model 10 in such a configuration will handle the stoutest load for that caliber with ease and no abuse to the shooter. they are surprisingly easy to shoot well.

March 27, 2019, 11:08 PM	#45
Fjblair Member Join Date: January 3, 2013 Posts: 53	Lots of gun owners are infatuated with high capacity. Facts be damned, I need seventeen rounds and a backup in an ankle holster. I do it too sometimes, but a J-frame .38 in my pocket is my go to ccw. There are no bad choices.

March 28, 2019, 09:47 AM	#46
pete2 Senior Member Join Date: May 15, 2012 Location: Texas Posts: 2,566	I decided on carrying a revolver several years ago. I carry a 642, usually in a pocket. Tried an LC9, it doesn't work in a pocket. I have a 2-1/2" 19 but I'm not into holster carry, if I was it would prolly be a lightweight Commander.

March 28, 2019, 06:00 PM	#49
44caliberkid Senior Member Join Date: May 15, 2017 Location: Iowa Posts: 1,104	I've carried a Charter 44 Bulldog for off duty/ ccw since 1976. Although, the last 4 or 5 years I like my 2 1/2 inch Model 66 as an alternative.

March 28, 2019, 08:59 PM	#50
Drm50 Senior Member Join Date: November 10, 2014 Posts: 1,381	I had a hang up for years that I would not buy a handgun without adjustable sights. I had no use for anything I couldn't knock a can off a fence at 50'. Now I'm the exact opposite on CCW guns. They don't need sights to use at SD ranges, they don't have to be bullseye accurate or hold 17rds. The main thing is dependability. Buy a good top shelf proven design and get use to it.