Looking for the ULTIMATE carry revolver!

[BAM-BAM]

I like the idea



I have carried a NY Reload.

I can draw with either hand or both and I can cross-draw while driving a car, it is a very coolk idea

Do you wear it at 8/9 O'clock ??????


Right hand draw cavalry style behind the back??????

 

[colt_saa]

I recall Nicholas Cage wearing that holster with a pair of 1911's in a movie. Just curious - where do you wear it such that you can cross draw while driving?

I am not a big fan of Mr Cage so I never realized it had been used in a movie.

Now I need you to tell me which movie so I can stream it and see how it works on the Big Screen

Do you wear it at 8/9 O'clock ??????


Right hand draw cavalry style behind the back??????

I am not built for behind the back draw, I am more like Santa Clause but with toys for older boys

I have worn the NY Reload on both hips. I have settled on keeping it on the strong side. So weak side has the cross draw. This was done with driving in mind and I think offers me the most versatility

I keep toying with the idea of getting one made for a pair of Commanders, I just worry about that much weight.

But then it will give me the excuse to build up two new alloy framed auto loaders. I am thinking about 38 Super. I do not think the alloy frames would be up to 9x23 Winchester

 

[Dump1567]

I am not a big fan of Mr Cage so I never realized it had been used in a movie.

Now I need you to tell me which movie so I can stream it and see how it works on the Big Screen

Face/Off

 

[BAM-BAM]

IIRC those were originally marketed as small of the back holsters.......
kind of dangerous IMHO next to the spine.

colt-saa carries 2 guns on one side.... seems like it would bother your back over the course of the day????

Why not just two holsters......????????

Like a Bianchi Cyclone with a primary say 3" 65/66 and a 2" J-frame IWB behind the right hip??

 

[Ranger514]

OP: There's a nice looking 3-inch, 686-6 plus being offered by one of our members at what seems a fair price, should that interest you. You'll need a good belt and holster cobination to carry it comfortably all day, but 7 rounds of .357 magnum is excellent firepower. Carry a speed loader, and practice reloads if you think you'll need extra.

 

[Execpro]

I have owned 16 S&W handguns over 50 plus years.
I say that to say this. A carry revolver needs 6 rounds, weigh around 22oz empty (to enjoy shooting at the range) and a hammer. JMO
Unfortunately! S&W doesn’t make such a gun.
I have carried the new Colt Cobra 38+p which is one of the best revolvers
I’ve ever owned ((along with a S&W mod#19 4”bbl (late 1960’s model)and a Lady Smith mod #60 3”bbl))
Sold it because of fiber optic front sight which I could not see well. If you get a Colt Cobra or Colt Python be sure to get the front night sight (Colt makes a replacement for the fiber optic).
I now have a Taurus mod 856UL with hammer for carry (AIWB).

A lot of good suggestions on this post. I would go with the Colt. Just Sayen!

Be SAFE and Shoot Often!

 

[1sailor]

When ever I read one of these threads I find myself being grateful that I don't live "where these guys live". If I ever find myself living some place where I feel unprotected unless I carry multiple firearms and dozens of rounds of ammo I will just leave. Not to be questioning anyone's choices but seriously some guys must live in some truly awful places. I have lived in some sketchy neighborhoods in the past and my conclusion, it just ain't worth it.

 

[Mr. Tettnanger]

OP: There's a nice looking 3-inch, 686-6 plus being offered by one of our members at what seems a fair price, should that interest you. You'll need a good belt and holster cobination to carry it comfortably all day, but 7 rounds of .357 magnum is excellent firepower. Carry a speed loader, and practice reloads if you think you'll need extra.

Thanks for the heads up!

I've been lusting after a 3" 686+ for a while now!

Trying to sell a few things off to afford one!

A Colt King Cobra 3" is near the top of my list too!

 

[1sailor]

If you do buy a 3" 686+ and decide you don't really like to carry it you will at least know that you've bought a really nice pistol. I own a 5" Pro model and as much I go on about it's accuracy I wish I would have bought the 3" instead because it would make a better woods gun.

 

[colt_saa]

IIRC those were originally marketed as small of the back holsters.......
kind of dangerous IMHO next to the spine.

I never saw them advertised that way and would not think it was very comfortable while driving. Plus I doubt it is possible to draw while driving

colt-saa carries 2 guns on one side.... seems like it would bother your back over the course of the day????

Why not just two holsters......????????

J-frames, no way. They hardly weigh any different than when I carried a Government Model. Even lighter if both are Scandium Model 340s

If I went to Commanders and I was walking all day, you would be right

With two holsters in two locations on your belt, you have to be conscious of how both sides of your jacket are blowing in the wind or exposing the sidearm to the public.

With the NY Reload in the same location that you are used to carrying your single sidearm, you are already accustomed to protecting that side from public exposure

Truth is, I bought it because it looked cool

 

[BAM-BAM]

Truth is, I bought it because it looked cool

LOL We're all guilty of that!!!

 

[old tanker]

Somebody mentioned the Model 13, three inch earlier. Good choice, I think a 3 inch gun has a lot going for it. If they made a three inch 640-1 I'd want it. They didn't so...

The old police turn-in 640 is my first choice. It has the slickest double action of anything I own and I can shoot it well. If five rounds of 158 grain LSWC .357's isn't enough, well I guess I'm in bigger trouble than I thought.

 

[Doc Thornton]

Another Taurus to consider. They are bringing out the 856 Defender,
a .38 special + P six shot with 3" barrels. They have 5 or 6 different
variations of this model but 2 of them weigh only 16 ounces empty.
Even though I already have a 642-2 and a 637-2 I am quite interested
in that extra inch they give. Maybe just an excuse to buy another gun.
Take a look at their website because I do not think that they are out
in the market place yet.

 

[lawandorder]

Yes the model 640 in .38 Spl.was made in a 3 inch version, scarce though.

 

[Doc Thornton]

Another Taurus to consider. They are bringing out the 856 Defender,
a .38 special + P six shot with 3" barrels. They have 5 or 6 different
variations of this model but 2 of them weigh only 16 ounces empty.
Even though I already have a 642-2 and a 637-2 I am quite interested
in that extra inch they give. Maybe just an excuse to buy another gun.
Oh yeah, don't forget an extra round (6) as well !
Take a look at their website because I do not think that they are out
in the market place yet. Ok yeah, don't forget an extra round (6) too !

 

[buckshotshorty]

My latest carry revolver is a Ruger LCR in .327 Federal Magnum. Very potent caliber, six round capacity and carries very well. Good luck with your choice!

I have the same Ruger and I think it is a great carry. I have a CT/Green laser on mine and I love it. I use 32 HR Magnums as my practice load.

 

[haywood]

I could carry my 7-shot 357 but, I like my J-Frames best. A 442 has been in my off hand pocket for so long I forget its there. A 3” 36 is in my waist. I can rotate the waist carry but rarely do. If I couldn’t pocket carry I would use my belly band and just wear it bellow the belt line .

 

[Pizza Bob]

'nuff said.

Adios,

Pizza Bob

 

[DennisE]

I am very happy carrying my S&W 60-15 Pro (a 5-shot, 3" SS J-Frame) in a Milt Sparks IWB Versamax 2 holster. Great trigger (after spring change) and ergonomic with a Hogue rubber grip. Easy to shoot well with practice and 100% reliable. It's loaded with Hornady Critical Defense 38 +P ammo.

 

[jtcarm]

When ever I read one of these threads I find myself being grateful that I don't live "where these guys live". If I ever find myself living some place where I feel unprotected unless I carry multiple firearms and dozens of rounds of ammo I will just leave. Not to be questioning anyone's choices but seriously some guys must live in some truly awful places. I have lived in some sketchy neighborhoods in the past and my conclusion, it just ain't worth it.

Reloads are like a microcosm of carrying a gun. It's extremely unlikely you'll need it, but when you do, you need it badly.

But, I agree. A civilian needing more than five rounds to get out of trouble should take a serious look at their lifestyle and tactics.

Now let's see if I can count to ten before the story of an outlier that proves the rule gets posted.