44 special for conceal carry

[Andy Taylor]

Originally posted by Spotteddog:
Lucky,
Would that be the same town Sarah was mayor of?
Welcome back Wyatt!

Yes you are correct. In fact my wife lived not far from there in the early '80's and thinks she knew the State Trooper in the Troopergate nonsense.

 

[Andy Taylor]

Originally posted by burch:

Originally posted by Lucky Derby:
There is the 296 and 396 and the 396 Night Guard. The Charter Arms bulldogs are very popular in a small lightweight .44, but quality is sometimes lacking. Taurus also has made a 5 shot .44 special.
How are you carrying the 696? a good holster and belt can make all the difference in the world.
www.simplyrugged.com
I would recommend a sourdough pancake with teh inside out straps so you can use it both IWB and OWB. Then get a nice belt from www.thebeltman.net
1.5" horsehide is what I use with the simply rugged holser and have no problems carrying a 4" N frame all day.

What is teh ?

Sorry just a typo "the"

 

[Frizzman]

What a person considers as too heavy for constant carry is quite variable. I have carried steel N frames and 1911's without too much discomfort. One's build and the type of holster and belt used makes a world of difference. You should try it before going to something else if you shoot it well. If you ever really need it you will find the weight helpful.

 

[cmort666]

Originally posted by Frizzman:
What a person considers as too heavy for constant carry is quite variable. I have carried steel N frames and 1911's without too much discomfort. One's build and the type of holster and belt used makes a world of difference. You should try it before going to something else if you shoot it well. If you ever really need it you will find the weight helpful.

I routinely carry a full sized M1911 IWB and have no problems doing so. I think the people who do, indeed have a less than optimum belt/holster combination. I use a Bianchi belt I got from Midway and Don Hume 715Ms for all of my guns. To carry a decent sized gun, you really need a stiff belt of a reasonable size.

The only time I leave the house unarmed is to exercise in very hot weather. The smallest handgun I own is a Smith 36.

I'm a fan of the .44 Special, but I don't own a .44 that I could easily IWB (my 4" 29-2 is iffy, and obviously my 6" is out of the question). Back in the '70s, a friend owned a Charter .44 which he liked a lot. When I get working again, I might consider one of those if I can find a well put together one. I wish the Tauruses were still being made. I can't consider the current Smiths because I won't use any Smith with the current lock for self-defense.

 

[babarracing]

I carry a S&W Lew Horton Mdl 24-3 which is a 3" round butt N-frame. The best holster I ever found was CABO (Carry A Big One). it keeps the cylinder above the belt line. The IWB straps can be spread on 5" centers which really keeps the gun stable. I use a 5.11 tactical belt which is plastic reinforced inside and it's an inconspicuous dress belt. Heavy duty and they are both very reasonably priced. they both have good web sites.

 

[luangtom]

For a low price, I have a CharterArms .44SPL Bulldog Pug w/2.5" barrel. It is light-weight and for the money not too bad in quality. It is not gonna be shot all day. I also have a 696 no-dash that is at my bed-side and I would shoot all day. It is a matter of choice and pocket-book.