First, welcome Michelle. I've been shooting for almost 50 years and also carry a light 5 shot revolver. You cannot escape physics so your little 442 is going to jump and hurt after awhile. Here's what I do: I have a Model 10 snub, the K frame slightly larger & heavier than your 442. I'll run a box of 50 target loads down range then switch to my carry 340PD. Next I run about 20 rounds of light target loads, 130 grain FMJ, at the target then switch to my carry load of +P. Two cylinders to make sure I can hit in a self defense situation and I'm done. I use paper plates at three, five and seven yards. Shoot your gun to empty as fast as possible, combat reload (speed loader or speed strip) and repeat. Your goal is to keep all shots on the paper plate. I try and run this drill about once a month. Good luck and again, welcome.

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