I carry a model 642 with 1 speed strip loaded with 5 rounds for 10 total. The 5 in the revolver are to get me out of a tight spot. The speed strip is so I am ready if more trouble shows up before I can leave. I have noticed that I could say I carry 1000 rounds of ammo and someone would point out what would happen if I was assaulted by 1001 bad guys.