Originally Posted by MDMarauder

I hope the boss gives you more then one round! Congrats..

Originally Posted by OKFC05

I don't understand how the Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training (CLEET) rules would cause you to have to carry a revolver unless you either chose only to qualify with a revolver, or failed to qualify with a semi-auto.

Originally Posted by Edmo

Although I like my 686 and the 357 magnum's performance, I would rather carry a Glock 22 for my self-defense sidearm.

Originally Posted by elm_creek_smith

Four speedloaders of .357 Mag, two speed strips of .38 Spl, and a loaded Model 37 in my pocket!

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Originally Posted by elm_creek_smith

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Yes, I am ready for all the "Six shooter, huh? Lot of old timers carry those."

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Originally Posted by blujax01

Heh-heh-heh ...

Riggs: "Six-shooter, huh?"

Murtaugh: "Mmm-hmm..."

Riggs: "Lotta old timers carry those."

Originally Posted by elm_creek_smith

...That's like going from a 1 quart tupperware bowl to a 1½ quart tupperware bowl. It's still tupperware...
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Originally Posted by Silver_Bullet_00

What ever you are more comfortable with is what you should be allowed to carry. Here's the Positives and Negatives of the two.

357 revolver -

Positives = More power (you typically don't need double taps), more penetration if needed (BG forget taking cover behind the wall), Greater accuracy at distance, One shot philosophy, Old school, better in winter with heavy clothes (greater FPS)

Terminal ballistic performance in short is dictated by the weight, configuration and construction (I.E. Bonded) of a projectile not what type of weapon it is fired from. Accuracy is dependant upon the skillset of the individual as the OP stated he was "topgun" in the semi-automatic pistol dominated class.

Negatives- Less capacity, greater muzzle flip, slower to get on target, requires your finger to operate the action so its typically slow for follow up shots, slower reloads

Less capacity yes, percieved recoil is dictated by the type of loading and caliber as well as the overall weight of the weapon and barrel length. The muzzle flip of a 4" barrel K,L or N frame .357 magnum revolver is minimal even with +P loadings, the same would of course not be true out of a
1 7/8" barreled J frame airweight.

The speed of weapon presentation from the holster to on target is dependant upon the individuals training and skill level not the type of weapon carried. As far as the speed one can achieve with revolver follow up shots and reloads check out the Jerry Miculek video I linked below, and again these skills are dependant upon the individuals manual dexterity and training.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lLk1v5bSFPw



Glock Semi Auto -

Positives = Your Tacti-cool, High Capacity, lights & laser attachments, less likely to over penetrate, Faster follow ups, faster reloads

Tacticool is in the eye of the beholder, Capacity and Ease of reloading is why the Semi-Automatic Pistol has become the Law enforcement Standard. Advancments in Materials and Manufacturing techniques have made distinct improvments in overall ergonomics and the modularity of the modern semi auto pistol.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CAFxg...eature=related

Overpenetration (See terminal ballistics) is not determined by Semi-Auto or Revolver.

Negatives = Double taps needed?, less power, must rely on premium ammo to expand for one shot stops, less accurate at distances typically (unless your hickock45), Possable the winter clothes causes ammo to prematurely expand for less penetration.