Do you carry a revolver for CCW? Which one?

[ISCS Yoda]

Routinely I carry a Model 642-2 in an El Paso Saddlery pocket holster. On occasion I'll switch to a 649 but the lightweight 642 is just so easy to carry in any pants I almost never change from it.

I've carried Model 10s and even a gun as large as a Model 27 concealed when the occasion called for it. But very often the J-frame is still in my pocket.

***GRJ***

 

[dcopper]

CCW

Preferred CCW Model 13-3 3in bbl Loaded with Winchester 158 grain +P+. 2nd choice Model 65-5 3in bbl same load. 3rd Model 60 loaded with 130 grain Federal Hydra shocks +P. 1st two carried in a Lobo enhanced pancake. Mod 60 in a crossbreed supertuck.

 

[SJshooter]

I consider myself a "revolver guy" and love my S&W revolvers for many reasons... but when it came time to pick a carry gun, I ended up in a Glock 19. As an S&W fan, I always hated Glocks, with their ugly looks, plastic frames, and did I mention ugly looks. But they conceal so easily IWB, bring a lot more firepower than a revolver, and actually shoot really sweet. I still pack a J-frame 640 if I am going to run a quick errand to the corner market and back... and if I am hiking, I will pack on a large S&W revolver just in case I run into any wildlife. But for everyday carry, it is the Glock. You only need to carry it for about a week and then you start to feel really underarmed when you go out with just a J-frame and some speed strips.

 

[Darin]

Charter Arms Bulldog Pug .44 spc using Buffalo Bore ammo.

 

[Chris L.]

I carry my 642 whenever feasible. When not, it's the BG380 in the pocket. I may carry both if I ever feel the need. Occasionally, I may carry the smaller S&W blade shown with the BG380 around my neck under a pull over sweater as well.

 

[AKAOV1MAN]

For the last half century or so I have packed a BHP slightly customized by Wayne Novak, Since I used to be a cop on the beat where he and his parents lived in Chicago, he did a great job for a packing gun(although he does a great job for everyone). In circumstances where I could not carry the Browning, I packed a Colt Commander, in .45 ACP of course. As soon as they became available I added a 940 as an off duty/BUG. In an emergency I can reload the 940 with the BHP mag. For a while I carried a 940 in .356, but went back to the 9mm. Still carry the same combo today. Since I am no longer as strong as I once was, I carry the BHP half cocked with the safety on, let some gun grabber try to figure that one out before he is on the receiving end of the 940s' first 5.
I still carry the 940-always.
A new idea has crept into my aging brain, one of my sons gave me a 325NG. So when I am offf duty but am going to a questionable area(most of Chicago these days) I carry both wheelguns. Or maybe the BHP and 940. I really like the fast reload on the 940, and I have a 37-2 with a blackened 9mm cylinder that is cut for moon clips and will shoot .380 in a pinch, as well as 9mm and .38 Special+P.
I carry 2 extra moon clips for the 940 in a leather tube that a local leather guy made me-takes up hardly any room in a pocket.
I carry all small frame revolvers in my left pocket(or OWB) and shoot them lefthanded. The 325NG rides in an OWB high ride, also with 2 extra moon clips in a slightly larger tube, this tube can go into a pocket or on a belt just behind the holster. I think the really better power of the .45 ACP or rimmed is worth the extra effort.My "retirement" gun is a Colt Diamondback 2.5" that I just got back from C&S, it will put 6 158gr SWC +P into just over one hole at 20 yards. BTW, with 9s I use Federal 9BP HP ammo, with .45 I use a 200 gr +P flat point, for any .45 ACP for that matter.

 

[TheGreatGonzo]

Most days:

I really like that holster. Can you advise the specifics on it? I could not find a match on the Side Guard website.
Thanks,
Gonzo

 

[Jeff45]

Of course I carry a revolver, everyone should. This is my old model 37. The holster is made by Ryan Grizzle.

 

[Parker357]

I carry my J frame Model 60 in a Bianchi pocket holster, a Model 19 2 1/2 in a soft holster or a leather holster, and a Springfield XDm 3.8 in .40 S&W with my GALCO leather holster. It Just depends on how I am feeling and what the weather is going to do.

 

[SteveA]

A Model 642 with Gold Dots. 3" Model 13 or a 3" Model 24. Sometimes a 4" 629.

 

[chez323]

when I carry a revolver it generally tends to be my Ruger SP101(2 1/4") or my S&W 65-2 (2 1/2") both 357's....... both are easily concealed....... 65-2 has a bobbed hammer so it can go in my pocket a little easier.

A 637 or a SP101-DAO. Both work nicely in a front pocket. But so does a 3913.

 

[eb07]

I carry a well worn 1970 Colt Cobra. Loaded with 6 135Gr Speer GD for short barrel. Every day.

 

[C Islander]

I consider myself a "revolver guy" and love my S&W revolvers for many reasons... but when it came time to pick a carry gun, I ended up in a Glock 19. As an S&W fan, I always hated Glocks, with their ugly looks, plastic frames, and did I mention ugly looks. But they conceal so easily IWB, bring a lot more firepower than a revolver, and actually shoot really sweet. I still pack a J-frame 640 if I am going to run a quick errand to the corner market and back... and if I am hiking, I will pack on a large S&W revolver just in case I run into any wildlife. But for everyday carry, it is the Glock. You only need to carry it for about a week and then you start to feel really underarmed when you go out with just a J-frame and some speed strips.

My experience is pretty much the same!

 

[SAFireman]

My EDC's

I carry a Scandium 340 in my front pocket most everywhere I go, but some days I tote my Colt Commander around. The days that I am out on the ranch or hunting I carry one of my 58's.

and if I am worried about snakes....I carry my 63 2" barrel....sorry, but I don't have photos of that one yet.

 

[zip777]

I consider myself a "revolver guy" and love my S&W revolvers for many reasons... but when it came time to pick a carry gun, I ended up in a Glock 19. As an S&W fan, I always hated Glocks, with their ugly looks, plastic frames, and did I mention ugly looks. But they conceal so easily IWB, bring a lot more firepower than a revolver, and actually shoot really sweet. I still pack a J-frame 640 if I am going to run a quick errand to the corner market and back... and if I am hiking, I will pack on a large S&W revolver just in case I run into any wildlife. But for everyday carry, it is the Glock. You only need to carry it for about a week and then you start to feel really underarmed when you go out with just a J-frame and some speed strips.

See I take the exact opposite path! I own a glock 19 and I love it! Super reliable and very accurate. For carry I purchased a 649. I find it much more concealable and loaded with federal .357C 125 gr JHP rounds I feel it has MORE knockdown power than my 19. Less rounds. More umph. Nothing wrong with either approach but its funny how 2 people can chose differently. Bottom line it's what works for YOU.

 

[lawandorder]

Always, I never leave the house with out.........

this 649 that has been worked over by C&S in my pocket.

If should be down the model 36 that has been fixed up a bit takes its place.

Even if I am carrying a large handgun on my belt.

In my opinion the S&W J frame is the most reliable personal defense weapon that can be carried almost anywhere, anytime.

 

[99savage308]

Colt's Cobra 38 spl and Colt's Agent 38spl. The lil' woman took the Smith mod 12.

 

[shawn mccarver]

I assume this being the S&W forum revolver section most people here carry a revolver for CCW, but perhaps not.

What do you carry; revolver or auto? If revolver, what is your primary carry?

I do not, but if I did, I believe it would be the 642, assuming attire did not allow for a coat or other covering garment for a larger revolver.

 

[hotrod150]

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Nice Chief! Love those stag boot grips-- who made those? And what kind of finish is on the gun?
I agree about j-frames-- IMHO they're the best overall combination of concealability, shootability, and firepower. I have two 36's & a 60. Just bought a 3rd gen Colt Detective Special and it's nice enough, but I still prefer my Chiefs. As much as they talk about how great the Colt triggers are, my Chiefs all have a better DA pull than either of the two DS's I've had.

 

[hotrod150]

Nice pancake holster and 2x2x2 ammp pouch. Who made those?

 

[riverrat38]

No dash M60 charged with Speer 135 gr SB plus P.
It wears Ahrends Cocobolo finger groove boot grips.
Carried in a Lobo Gunleather OWB Pancake holster.
I also have a Mika pocket holster, for hot weather.
I also have a M442 and a 4 inch M67 that I can carry.

Best,
Rick

 

[lawandorder]

Hotrod 150 here is a link to a thread............

with more info on the little 36 and the modifications done to it.

http://smith-wessonforum.com/s-w-revolvers-1961-1980/280848-project-j-frame-now-after-look.html

The stag boots were bought here on the forum and not marked but I would imagine they were made by Eagle grips.

 

[photoman]

Centennial every day.

 

[strykersng]

I really like that holster. Can you advise the specifics on it? I could not find a match on the Side Guard website.
Thanks,
Gonzo

Gonzo, Just email the gentleman at SGH (can't remember his first name). Do you have a NG315? I was afraid I would never find a holster for that thing, which is a shame because it's my absolute favorite carry gun. I have other K frame 2 and 2.5" holsters but it never fit in any of them (sights were the problem). The SGH guy assured me he had a mock 315 dummy gun for reference and sure enough... one of the most comfortable holster/gun combos I have ever worn. I've got two holsters from him and plan to order another one for a Sig P232 when I ever get around to it. I could go on and on about his holsters but I figure buying again from the same maker says it all...I wouldn't spend my money again unless I was 100% satisfied; there are just too many other makers not to be 100%. I hope that helped. By the way he emailed me back within 48hrs everytime I shot him an email.

 

[strykersng]

Nice pancake holster and 2x2x2 ammp pouch. Who made those?

Thank you...El Paso Saddlery on both. They always seem to do quality work.

 

[strykersng]

this 649 that has been worked over by C&S in my pocket.

If should be down the model 36 that has been fixed up a bit takes its place.

Even if I am carrying a large handgun on my belt.

In my opinion the S&W J frame is the most reliable personal defense weapon that can be carried almost anywhere, anytime.

The two revolvers are fine examples of quality!

 

[kentuckypilgrim]

If I carry a revolver it is usually a 65-3 3 inch barrel inside my waistband. Most of the time I carry CS-9 in black.

 

[gunguy0829]

29-2, 4" high ride concealment holster.

 

[rwsmith]

I don't carry

I don't carry but if I did it would be a small .38 revolver. I like a DA revolver more than something I would have to fiddle with before I could get off a shot.

 

[Harkrader]

CCW revolvers

Depending on how I want to accessorize my "uniform of the day:"
S&W 642. My second most common choice.
Colt Detective Special (V)
S&W 37 with laser grip (my Dad's gun).
S&W 520. Ranks #5 or 6 with the 686+ -6.
S&W 386 NG. 2.5" bbl. Scandium frame, 7-rd titanium cylinder, XS Sight System tritium front sight, Cylinder & Slide Extreme Duty rear tritium sight, Pachmayr rubber grip. One of my top picks.
S&W 627-5 Performance Center (Bloodwork)
S&W 327 Performance Center TRR8. A SUPER GUN!
S&W 66-1 (2+7/16" barrel) About number 3 on the list.
S&W 686+ -6 Pro Series. Ranks as choice number 5 or 6 with the 520.
S&W 29-2 4+1/16" barrel - one good thing about Wisconsin winters!
Colt Python 4"
Colt Diamondback 4"
Colt Police Positive Special 4" About number 4 on my list.
Colt King Cobra 4"