Revolvers vs Semi

[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.

 

[rickcremer]

I know it is not a S&W but is anybody familiar with the new Ruger LCR Double Action Revolver

Yes, I own one. The 38 Special model. I bought just because I had to have one. I normally carry (concealed) a Ruger LC9 loaded with Hornaday Defense loads. I carry the LCR in the woods when we go walking with the first two chambers loaded with CCI Blazer 38 Caliber Shotshells. They're for the critters that slither along the ground. But can also be used on two legged critters. The remaining chambers are loaded with +P JHP ammo.

Note that the Ruger LCR is a Double Action Only revolver, not a Double Action revolver. I disagree with Ruger's use of the term DA when, in fact it's really a DAO. There is a difference.

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RC from Florida
NRA Firearms Instructor