Going back to a revolver for ccw

[Harkrader]

Revolvers for self-defense

I like to rotate between a Colt Detective Special, Colt Police Positive Special, S&W 642 and S&W 520. In cool weather, when I can comfortably wear a bit more clothing, I also carry a 29.
Though I am no longer in any business requiring me to be armed, some habits don't change, so I usually carry two guns. One may be a semi-auto - I like my M&P357 a lot - and also drop a S&W 37 with laser sight into a pocket.
I also have a 386NG and a 386PD I used to carry regularly in the early to mid 00s. Can't really say why, but I don't carry them much any more. One does occasionally go with me when I walk.

In any case, with any one of my favorite semi-autos on my belt, I like a small revolver in a pocket or pouch.

 

[Cal44]

Those of you who want something smaller than a J frame might consider the Ruger LCR or the LCRX. It's a 38 special revolver that is quite small.
I have not shot one but have read alot of good things about it. It comes
with a good grip that makes the recoil tolerable for such a small gun.
It's rated for P+ but I think I would stay with the standard P. It is also
said to have a easy triger pull right from the box. I know it's not a
Smith but it could be the best choice for some people.

I have an LCR and like it. I also have several j frames.

The LCR is slightly larger than a j frame, though.

 

[Rick_A]

There is nothing wrong with a revolver. If I had to choose, however, I would ditch the extra mags (yeah, I know. . . ), as the G19 still has as many in the magazine as THREE J frames. The G26 carries as many as TWO J frames. The M&P Compact carries as many as TWO K frames. I know you will STATISTICALLY not need that many, but each case is different. And, I can hit far better with less felt recoil with the G19/26 or M&P Compact than I can with a J frame. And the G19 takes up the same "real estate." See picture showing G19 and 642.

Nothing wrong with that, but the J frame is only fat in the middle, where the Glock is fat and blocky all over.

Try ankle or pocket carrying that 19.

I shoot my little J very well, but it's not often I carry it alone.

 

[Yiogo]

I tote my 637 in a pocket holster when I carry.
Jawge

 

[feralmerril]

I bought a sig-sauer P 238 in 380 on a fathers day special where about $200s was knocked off. Being cheap plus the gun is a flyweight I bought it. I shot it the other day and couldnt hit a barn if I was in it! The gun has the hardest trigger I ever encountered. The gun being light with something like a 20 pound trigger its impossible to shoot it without shaking. Went back to my old smith model 40.

 

[D A Wood]

Going back? I really haven't strayed away from my favorite CYA revolver for conceal carry.



It's either my Model 19, or



my Model 66 in a Kirkpatrick holster. If I miss with the first shot, they usually need a fire extinguisher to put their shorts out.

 

[Shooter6br]

J frame over 380 semi auto for carry

I elected a 638 over a .380 auto

 

[diyj98]

I have 1911's high cap wonder pistols, etc. but the revolver is hard to beat for simplicity. It's what's in my nightstand and normally what I'll carry when I do carry.

 

[M3Stuart]

+1 on the 642. I have the pro series cut for moonclips. Speedy reloads.

Though I am considering going to a Shield.

I just have to note that: not one person on this most polite forum has started the typical 'caliber war' debate regarding CCWs. In that regard, I give you my favorite carry (well, backup) gun in .22LR; "The Mighty Bobcat"!

 

[mickeyblueyes]

I too went back to my J frame roots. Lucky enough to stumble across a 340pd some one did not pick up after ordering at a LGS.
You know the old saying....this is going to hurt me more than you.....well I put 357s in it. And boy that old saying is true. Can't say which end of the gun hurt worse. It took about a week to get the feeling back in my thumb. Lol

 

[RussellD]

the j frame in your pocket is better than how many guns back home in the safe? In praise of the lightweight j frame!

 

[petepeterson]

A 3" 36 no-dash is keeping me warm and fuzzy today. For some reason, that extra inch really stretches out my effective range. I feel reasonably confident that she'll get me home safely today.

 

[mark32812]

I keep a model 36 with me on day that I do not go to school.

 

[feralmerril]

I also have a 3" model 36. I occasionally carry. I really
like it but use the goodyears on it.