Some folks seem to be drawn to certain size revolvers of certain calibers, I for one like .22 Magnums and look for the older pre model 51's and early model 48's with the 3 choices of barrel lengths in the model 48. The very loud report and the muzzle flash are impressive but deafening so please wear ear & eye protection. My opinion is that they are not great candidates for a "Kit" or "Woods" Gun for those reasons although they are a more powerful alternative to the .22LR the short barrels hurt their performance exception being the newer offerings in ammunition specifically for those shorter barrels. The Magnum ammunition is more expensive and was less available during the ammunition shortage. All this is a personal opinion & observation so I sure hope others will join in with their reasons for and against or whatever.

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Sam
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