Mine runs very well with CCI and Aguila HV. Keep it clean and lubed. FWIW if you have any problems, the gun is guaranteed to the original owner for life.
Hearing protection
Plugged and muffed is the safest way to go. I use the rolled up foam in ear plugs that provide possible max reduction then wear electronic muffs with volume turned up to hear commands/conversation.
Most people don't realize that NRR is not actual decibel reduction.
Armed...
At some points in time S&W revolver parts were blued separately in batches. Depending on the materials/ prep etc. variations such as "Plum blueing" were the result.
Wasn't sure about p365 on my first few range trips. After some practice w p365, could hit 12" plate @ 25yards consistently, slow fire. Very accurate.
FWIW they used to come from the factory ( and might still.) sighted for 6 o'clock hold. This makes many feel that the gun shoots low. Sig knows...
617 is a classic pistol that is high quality. .22 is accurate and inexpensive to shoot. You would need to put snap caps/dummy rounds when dry firing to avoid damaging the cylinder face.
.22 revolvers have a somewhat higher trigger pull that center fire calibers like .38 special.
If you are...
Gun alternative for wife
Motion activated video doorbell, dog would be a good idea if your lifestyle permits it. Pepper Spray?
No reason to create a conflict. Find a mutually satisfactory solution to the perceived problem.
"Never teach a pig to sing. It doesn't work and annoys the pig."
Having a a solid grip on these is a BIG help. I put VZ G10 wrap around grips on my J frame and was able to focus more on aim and less on trying to maintain my grip.
Aguila 40gr
Aguila 40gr works well in my semi autos but not in cold weather. It seems that the bullet lube is affected by low temps. Does not cycle well.
JC Higgins Model 31
Recently bought this "As New" Model 31 from a club member. Was not sure how "As new" it was considering that it was a 60 year old gun. Turns out I bought it from a collector that bought it from a collector. Ted Williams cope was spot on at 25 yards, shoots slightly better...