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Old 08-18-2016, 04:41 PM
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There was a deputy on my department who moved to Arizona from Washington in the early 1970s. He was the only member of my department to carry a 6" revolver, a Model 28. Everyone else went with the handier 4" guns. Wonder what it is about the Pacific NW that makes the cops up there like 6" revolvers? (smile)

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I grew up living next door to a major in the WSP. Back in the day, unlike now, I believe all troopers had to be a minimum 6 foot or taller. Most were taller. My neighbor was about 6'4 and a great guy. Perhaps being able to handle the longer guns, they opted for more accuracy and range. Or maybe it was a stronger optic and show of authority.
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