Carrying an older gun a bad idea?

[viceunit]

Ayoob also said the only time you would not want to carry extra ammo is if you were drowning or on fire.


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[6GUNSONLY]

I carry my late 60s model 60 daily. Modern enough for me.

 

[BabaBlueJay]

Tell your buddy who gave you the side-eye that I used my issued Colt Detective Special, about the same size as your M36, in a '74 gunfight w/three armed robbery suspects & walked away w/o a scratch. The suspects did not fair as well. There's nothing wrong w/these little guns as long as you can shoot them well.

Wow that is amazing I am glad you are safe and emerged unscathed. I trust my model 36 and how I perform with it for sure! I just wanted to make sure I wasn't being overconfident or foolish as I'm newer to this world.

 

[dobegrant]

I carry these two frequently

 

[Old cop]

Wow that is amazing I am glad you are safe and emerged unscathed. I trust my model 36 and how I perform with it for sure! I just wanted to make sure I wasn't being overconfident or foolish as I'm newer to this world.

Thanks, I believe a good deal of luck was involved that night but the fact remains that little Colt DS saved me.

 

[AJ]

This is a Colt M1903 Hammer. It has been carried by myself and others in this configuration for years. Never draws a second look.

 

[DixieRanger]

Carry 'OLD'? Would not hesitate to rely on these classic oldies in .380. Remington, Browning & Colt

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[model17]

Model 36

Goes bang every time, since '68

 

[Tony2much]

Kinda like not having sex with your girlfriend so you can save her for the next guy.

 

[DixieRanger]

This talk of long distance shooting is a bit bothersome. Engaging a shooter at 40 yds (120 ft) indoors is fairly unlikely. In a commercial area, a gun battle over 120 feet sounds pretty risky. The chances of random folks getting involved is too great. I would either take the offensive and work my way closer (under cover as possible) or assume a defensive position and wait for the bad guy(s) to come to me. Of course every plan goes to **** when the first round is fired!

Froggie

"Working way closer" to offensive position if possible is an admirably brave thought but...if one is not LEO, the aftermath consequences being a civilian could be dire. If & when LE arrive, one could be construed as bad guy & shot or spend long days in court for your heroic actions. A good defense is better than a questionable offense. Just sayin'.

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[BabaBlueJay]

Pack it...

I love the nickel finish due to the incredible corrosion resistance. I may get a nickel one down the road for that and I would like to have both variants of the Chief.

 

[two-bit cowboy]

I may get a nickel one down the road for that and I would like to have both variants of the Chief.

"Both"?

Remember to consider a stainless steel Model 60, too.

I won't join the crowd in beating up your lgs pal. No matter his motivation for his opinion, it's his opinion. If he's trying to make a sale, well, he is in business.

I will join the majority who suggest you should carry your Chiefs Special.

My favorite one to carry is a 3" that shipped in July 1953. The members of the 106th Precinct in Queens, NYC, gave it to their lieutenant for Christmas that year. It appears to have been through the ringer, but it's very good in my hands -- either of them.

 

[BE Mike]

Carry 'OLD'? Would not hesitate to rely on these classic oldies in .380. Remington, Browning & ColtView attachment 624996

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The S&W model 36 is drop safe. I'm not so sure about those old pistols.
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[DixieRanger]

Yep, my 340 EDC is carry safe but...with these three oldies a grip & thumb safety, would not as said, hesitate to carry...or a G19. Trust more than a new Sig 320? Take responsibility for my choices. No one chooses to drop'em.

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[BE Mike]

Yep, my 340 EDC is carry safe but...with these three oldies a grip & thumb safety, would not as said, hesitate to carry...or a G19. Trust more than a new Sig 320? Take responsibility for my choices. No one chooses to drop'em.

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Actually the Sig 320 has had extensive testing in that area. I would still be skeptical about those old autos.

 

[DixieRanger]

Shot friends 320 & extractor blew out. Have some old Sig P6, 220, 226 & 228's made in West Germany. Trust'em all. Never had a malfunction. Yeah, Sig, Dept of Defense & Pentagon are trying to put quietous on P320 perceived problem. Love me some Sigs but the modular newbies not so much. Shot 1911, Sig 226 & Glock Gen2 17 for 28yrs in 3Gun competition. Had one slide fail to go in battery with 1911 in all that time. Favorite are older S&W revolvers.

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[fmflorida]

Generally speaking, I dont think its too much "age of the gun" as it is quality and maintenance of the gun.

Would I grab a WW1 1911 and strap it on without first replacing components on it...no, however if you were to completely rebuild it I would have zero issues carrying it.

Ive had "new" guns fail while my old S&W revolvers ran flawlessly. Age as a general rule, doesnt much play into it.

 

[LCC]

I should get a more modern J frame if I want a carry gun. What do you guys think?

Shot my 36 better than my J frame. And always comes down to horses for courses. If in a low threat environment, any handgun one is comfortable with is fine. Conversely, the higher the threat the higher the firepower.

 

[BabaBlueJay]

I am glad I confirmed what I already knew deep down. This gun was made to be carried and shot, and that is what it will do. The Chief is the EDC I trust and every time I see the Walnut stocks with the iconic Smith & Wesson medallion it gives me a sense of confidence. Now to train more to be able to back that confidence up

 

[BE Mike]

Shot friends 320 & extractor blew out. Have some old Sig P6, 220, 226 & 228's made in West Germany. Trust'em all. Never had a malfunction. Yeah, Sig, Dept of Defense & Pentagon are trying to put quietous on P320 perceived problem. Love me some Sigs but the modular newbies not so much. Shot 1911, Sig 226 & Glock Gen2 17 for 28yrs in 3Gun competition. Had one slide fail to go in battery with 1911 in all that time. Favorite are older S&W revolvers.

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Our opinions about various platforms aren't at issue. On the topic of old guns, I wouldn't trust carrying some of the old pocket autos. Weak springs and not having drop safe features that have been tested would keep me from carrying one. There are way too many better options today regarding safety, reliability, weight, trigger actions, sights and getting into action. Now the OP's S&W model 36 which is safe, as long as, the original parts are installed properly is another matter entirely.