bananaman
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Everyone is different. Make sure she is in complete agreement with what you end up with. My wife will not shoot .22's any more. She laid claim to my 67 no dash. That's OK! Bob
Revolver for wife
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.22 caliber revolvers will have a heavy trigger due to dependable ignition.
Consider a Model 36 with a three inch barrel or a Model 10 round butt with standard four inch barrel. a light action can be achieved with a center fire revolver. Start with light charged wad cutter ammo
Consider a Model 36 with a three inch barrel or a Model 10 round butt with standard four inch barrel. a light action can be achieved with a center fire revolver. Start with light charged wad cutter ammo
Targets Guy
US Veteran
My wife loves her Model 317 Kit Gun. Eight rounds of .22LR firepower!
Joe Hohmann
Member
Have her try the S&W model 617 if they have one. She will love it, but it costs just under $800. (plus, there is a waiting list).
roaddog28
Member
I agree with Jimmy. All 22 caliber SA/DA revolvers will have a heavy double action trigger. Rim-fire revolvers need the heavy action for ignition. Look at the casings on the revolver after firing. The gun will have a deeper dent on the rim than a center fire gun.
If your wife is unhappy with the 22, look for a good old fashion Model 10 4 inch. I believe once shes uses a Model 10 you will be lucky if she lets you use it. Here is a example.
Good luck.
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MichiganScott
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My wife owns a Model 63 and can not shoot it DA. She does just fine with her Model 28.
I've shot DA revolvers for 40+ years and I find her Model 63 less than ideal for fast DA work. FWIW, we both believe DA revolvers should be shot DA unless you are attempting either a long or precise shot for whatever reason.
I've shot DA revolvers for 40+ years and I find her Model 63 less than ideal for fast DA work. FWIW, we both believe DA revolvers should be shot DA unless you are attempting either a long or precise shot for whatever reason.
Wally West
US Veteran
My wife carries a LCP and after I replaced the springs the pull is acceptable. I did not say great but acceptable for self defense.
Rpg
Member
Let her pick her gun!!
S&W SS Revolvers
Member
This is so true in many aspects. Many years ago before and after we were married my wife was a 2nd Amendment fan (wouldn't have married her otherwise) but did not see a reason for her own firearm.
I traveled a lot for many years and shortly after we were married she saw a 65LS in an NRA magazine and said I'd like one of these for the times you are out of town. One day in Ft. Morgan,CO I couldn't help myself and stopped into the gun shop...he had one and we made a deal. In 20+ years it got a few hundred rounds (maybe).
She wasn't confident with it ever. It's locked up now because it's a fine in box all papers item...
Work took up way too much time over the last 4 years and I lost sight of balance and family. Last year We/I decided we needed more time together. What to do...? We tried lot's of stuff and so today,among other things, once a month or so we spend a day shooting at the range (I clean the guns...she cooks up something great).
She LOVES to go shoot. She prefers autos...I prefer revolvers...we are each better with our preference. In the last year my darling wife has become confident with guns and guns have helped us rediscover our connection.
Tell ol' Hildagard and Bernie that!
So...the moral of the story is...as life goes along things change...complacency can in fact be replaced by necessity. Especially in metro Denver commie CO.
Be patient with your loved one. A .22 is better than nothing, a .22 Mag may follow , a .38 may be next...take it slow , up-size in increments...let the confidence build. Someday she may just take some pops in a .44 Mag and say wow I just drilled a hole in that 1/4" piece of steel...you sure did honey.
Unfortunately one day she may make you look like **** when she's popping away with an auto or whatever! Take it slow and let things sink in. Most ladies think different than men do...thats just fine. We need them just as much as they need men...patience pays.
dcopper
Member
Have you looked at a Ruger LCR in .22 or .22 mag! I have one and it has a nice trigger. (Smooth).
If it's pre-lock I'd say it's a good trade...
Seriously though, a 63-3 is a great little shooter for her to get started on. My wife loves shooting mine.
I recently helped a friend of mine out in choosing a carry gun for his wife and they too wanted to try the .22 route as first choice.
Like others have said the .22 and light trigger is hard to do because of the rimfire. I'm glad to see the 63/34 kit gun suggestions as I too love the older revolvers but (don't hate me on this) I have owned several 63s and a good buddy of mine has too but I never could get deent accuracy from them,may just be my bad luck.I have had several 34s that shot great including a 2" 34 but all 5 of my 63s were terrible.
You CAN smooth the trigger pull,you can lighten it too but not very much and it still be reliable.
Here is what we ended up doing for my friend's bride.
He bought her a 351PD(also make a 351C) its a .22 mag,he got a deal on it at $450 new its light weight ,a little loud but still effective enough for personal protection and easy to conceal.
I also loaned him/her a 36 ladysmith,she loved it because it said lasysmith on it ...its a 2" barrel and it has a lighter trigger pull than factory. I supplied him with several boxes of Precision Delta .38 special 148 HBWC,they are super accurate and low recoil.She instantly liked this and beca more confident with the little gun and after an evening of shooting started shooting some +P .38s.
So start with something SHE likes and feels comfortable with and practice practice practice then you'll have a gun buying buddy which can be a good thing and a BAD thing at times!!trust me
Like others have said the .22 and light trigger is hard to do because of the rimfire. I'm glad to see the 63/34 kit gun suggestions as I too love the older revolvers but (don't hate me on this) I have owned several 63s and a good buddy of mine has too but I never could get deent accuracy from them,may just be my bad luck.I have had several 34s that shot great including a 2" 34 but all 5 of my 63s were terrible.
You CAN smooth the trigger pull,you can lighten it too but not very much and it still be reliable.
Here is what we ended up doing for my friend's bride.
He bought her a 351PD(also make a 351C) its a .22 mag,he got a deal on it at $450 new its light weight ,a little loud but still effective enough for personal protection and easy to conceal.
I also loaned him/her a 36 ladysmith,she loved it because it said lasysmith on it ...its a 2" barrel and it has a lighter trigger pull than factory. I supplied him with several boxes of Precision Delta .38 special 148 HBWC,they are super accurate and low recoil.She instantly liked this and beca more confident with the little gun and after an evening of shooting started shooting some +P .38s.
So start with something SHE likes and feels comfortable with and practice practice practice then you'll have a gun buying buddy which can be a good thing and a BAD thing at times!!trust me
Pointblank2U
US Veteran
The new Ruger LCR in 327 Magnum has a very easy trigger. It is capable of firing 5 different cartridges: 327 Federal Magnum, 32 H&R Magnum, 32 S&W Long, 32 S&W and 32 acp (in decreasing level of power).
Double-O-Dave
US Veteran
Hi Redman:
I'd always wanted a Model 34, but was never able to find an affordable one. A few years ago, I found a used one for sale at the local Cabelas. A previous owner had allowed what I think is blood to set on the backstrap. Yeah, some people shouldn't be allowed to own nice firearms. Any way, I was able to get it at a decent price, but I was surprised at how terrible the trigger pull was on it.
I opened it up and cleaned and lubricated the internals. I also changed the skinny width/serrated faced trigger for the wider/smooth-faced "combat" trigger. I also installed some Herret Shooting Master grips. Wow, what an improvement! Unfortunately, I'm not as good with a camera as I am with a firearm, but I have enclosed some photos for your review. The Model 34/63 in my opinion is just right for teaching a novice how to shoot a DA revolver. It's small and light, and very handy.
Best of luck,
Dave
I'd always wanted a Model 34, but was never able to find an affordable one. A few years ago, I found a used one for sale at the local Cabelas. A previous owner had allowed what I think is blood to set on the backstrap. Yeah, some people shouldn't be allowed to own nice firearms. Any way, I was able to get it at a decent price, but I was surprised at how terrible the trigger pull was on it.
I opened it up and cleaned and lubricated the internals. I also changed the skinny width/serrated faced trigger for the wider/smooth-faced "combat" trigger. I also installed some Herret Shooting Master grips. Wow, what an improvement! Unfortunately, I'm not as good with a camera as I am with a firearm, but I have enclosed some photos for your review. The Model 34/63 in my opinion is just right for teaching a novice how to shoot a DA revolver. It's small and light, and very handy.
Best of luck,
Dave
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amazingflapjack
US Veteran
If she plans to carry it, I would suggest the Beretta m-21-A. It can be fired single or double weighs 11.5 ozs-and has that tip up barrel for easy use. We have had 2 of them-Wife always carrys it-and they are surprisingly accurate and handy.
Ranger514
Member
Maybe your wife doesn't share your enthusiasm for firearms. It wouldn't be the first time. Here's a test to determine whether she wants to shoot a DA revolver: In order to strenghten her hand for DA firing, give her a racquet ball to squeeze in isometric reps. If she won't do exercises that will strengthen her grip, she isn't really interested in becoming proficient with a handgun. It's that simple.
Art Doc
SWCA Member, Absent Comrade
"...she says it is too hard to pull the trigger."
Then she will have trouble with a DA revolver.
Then she will have trouble with a DA revolver.
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