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I think that is a fine choice of revolvers. Here is what I have been carrying of late:
A nice 3" 625-3 in .45 ACP because I like it and it shoots nice. I used it for this year's LEOSA/HR218 qualification and did fine. I carry it in a Milt Sparks PMK.
Cunningham suggested a 3" 610 but all I have is the 4". I prefer the 4" just as you seem to favor the 3".
Both are very good choices.
Well OP, it's your call and your choice to make. Just out of curiosity, did Grant make the suggestion because you used that 10mm revolver in his class and did well with it?
My days of carrying N-frame revolvers or a Redhawk are in the rearview mirror, looking back on my youth. Too many years of carrying too much hardware on my hips (including IWB carry of BIG revolvers) makes some hot spots on my hips and lower back easily aggravated when choosing to wear larger CCW retirement weapons for too long.
My days of carrying N-frame revolvers or a Redhawk are in the rearview mirror, looking back on my youth. Too many years of carrying too much hardware on my hips (including IWB carry of BIG revolvers) makes some hot spots on my hips and lower back easily aggravated when choosing to wear larger CCW retirement weapons for too long.
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If you are a relatively big framed guy, and are able, willing and enjoy carrying 50 ounces every day then go for it! Not saying an N Frame won't work well if and when it is needed, but I know way too many guys that carry large framed guns who sometimes leave it home or in the car because it is so large and heavy.
A .25acp in your pocket everyday beats the .357 or .44 magnum, you left in your safe. I don't leave home with out mine and being honest with myself, I know I would not be willing to tote that much bulk and weight every day - especially in the hot weather.
While a 9mm may bot be as powerful as the magnums or .40's are, with the Federal 124 gr. HST's I don't see any problem. The Sig P365 (17.8 oz + what ever 11 rounds weigh) is less than half the weight and can easily ride in my pocket. It's always there.
For those who do carry a full sized revolver every day - you have my respect for your discipline and commitment - I could never do that!
A .25acp in your pocket everyday beats the .357 or .44 magnum, you left in your safe. I don't leave home with out mine and being honest with myself, I know I would not be willing to tote that much bulk and weight every day - especially in the hot weather.
While a 9mm may bot be as powerful as the magnums or .40's are, with the Federal 124 gr. HST's I don't see any problem. The Sig P365 (17.8 oz + what ever 11 rounds weigh) is less than half the weight and can easily ride in my pocket. It's always there.
For those who do carry a full sized revolver every day - you have my respect for your discipline and commitment - I could never do that!
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Man, you guys carry BIG!!! Wow!! I carried a 4" 586 or GP100 back in the day on my duty belt and it was heavy back then. But trying to carry that CCW, forget it. Haha. Placement is very important to me so even 22mag has decent penetration through bone. I carry either 9mm or 38+P in short barrels so it's actually concealed. In these liberal states, there's no OWB carry at all. An N-frame? I'd roll over!! Hahaha!!
Back in roughly 1990, my local PD was issuing Model 59s to the whole force. I had an FFL and pretty much everyone who was on the force that wanted a BUG was calling me to buy one. The Sargent on the force in charge of acquiring armaments called me in because they had a new rookie female whose hands were too small for the model 59 and wanted me to suggest an alternative. After meeting with her and understanding that the PD only allowed S&W and Colt, but not single action autos, I suggested the Model 39. She bought one and was in great shape. She retired with 30 years a couple of years ago.
I did not take it to the class. I told him that I had a 610, so he suggested it as a carry gun.
In his class, I used a 681, and I had a 686 in case anything went wrong with the 681.
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I spent 33 years as an LEO, plainclothes, uniform, supervision. Carried a 4" 29-2 for years. A six round cartridge slide, an HKS speedloader and a set of Peerless hinge cuffs on the belt. As I grew older (late 40s) my Dept made me switch to a Glock 23, 2 mags and cuffs. I've now entered my 76 year and have lightened my carry load greatly. Two deteriorated spinal discs at the belt line is the price I paid for packing "big iron". Didn't mind it at the time. But one of my contemporaries switched from a 3.5" 27 to a 4" Model 15 and he doesn't have near the back trouble I have. Just a thought. Today I carry a Sig 365 XL and a reload.
My situation (Post #49) exactly except I the heaviest iron I carried was my department's issued 4" Model 15. Later, as a detective, it was a Colt DS replaced by a Model 10 snub (following a OIS) that's now in my nightstand w/a flashlight & a couple of speedloaders. The Model 10 snub was the only issued weapon I shot a perfect qual score with & I hung that target in my office @ the PD for years.
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If you want to carry it, then carry it. If you're unsure, then give it a sort of brief practice run by carrying it on an otherwise routine errand and see how you feel afterwards.
It's not like you could go wrong by carrying a 6-Shot 10mm Revolver, even if you should choose to load it with .40 S&W or 10mm Auto FBI Loads.
I carry an M&P40 Shield in the Summer that only holds six rounds in the flush magazine.
It's not like you could go wrong by carrying a 6-Shot 10mm Revolver, even if you should choose to load it with .40 S&W or 10mm Auto FBI Loads.
I carry an M&P40 Shield in the Summer that only holds six rounds in the flush magazine.
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I carry a 3" 686+ daily in a Milt Sparks Summer Special (IWB) for over 2 years now. Not a problem at all.
For a number of years I carried my 4" 629 Mtn Gun (.44 Spl Gold Dots) in an OWB under a cover shirt. It's not that difficult for larger framed people. Someone slim or small stature - yes i'd say it would be a challenge to conceal.
With a proper belt and holster it's fine.
For a number of years I carried my 4" 629 Mtn Gun (.44 Spl Gold Dots) in an OWB under a cover shirt. It's not that difficult for larger framed people. Someone slim or small stature - yes i'd say it would be a challenge to conceal.
With a proper belt and holster it's fine.
Here's an article from Massad Ayoob on the 10mm, FWIW.
GUNS Magazine The Rise, Fall — and Rise — of the 10mm - GUNS Magazine
GUNS Magazine The Rise, Fall — and Rise — of the 10mm - GUNS Magazine
Having carried the 610 along with various other revolvers in the time since I first posted this thread, I should note that I actually found it fairly easy to carry and conceal.
The size and weight of the 610 make the recoil manageable for me and recognizing that NO handgun round is a 100% stopper I still have confidence that the 10 mm cartridge will do its' part if I do mine should I be involved in a social encounter, which I fervently hope does not happen.
So, I have decided that the 610 will have a place in my carry rotation, along with my 681, 986 and possibly the 627 that I have had for several years.
The size and weight of the 610 make the recoil manageable for me and recognizing that NO handgun round is a 100% stopper I still have confidence that the 10 mm cartridge will do its' part if I do mine should I be involved in a social encounter, which I fervently hope does not happen.
So, I have decided that the 610 will have a place in my carry rotation, along with my 681, 986 and possibly the 627 that I have had for several years.
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I was wondering why "Tomm" was stamped on the barrel.
Very nice revolver.
Thank you. FTR, it is '10mm'.
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