Thanks Carl. Being new to pistols in depth and down to the construction of a handgun that they put out now, is a "J" frame usually a revolver? What kind of frame does the semi's have? Things I do know I will tell you, things I do not know, I am not afraid to let you know. If I do not know about a certain subject I am not embarrassed to ask. Thanks, Jer
Revolvers vs Semi
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Most of the time I carry a Colt DS 2" .38 special. It is very concealable and comfortable. As noted earlier, barrel length is of minimal concern to concealability. A good small flat semi-auto often carries easier due to the flatness of the weapon. They also reload faster and usually carry more rounds. I still like the revolver most of the time.
we grew up with revolvers
Then for years I was a dedicated 1911 shooter
I have Glocks , Berettas etc and I will always love my custom 1911's but lately I have been carrying revolvers.
Just something about the simplicity and feel that keep me coming back
Then for years I was a dedicated 1911 shooter
I have Glocks , Berettas etc and I will always love my custom 1911's but lately I have been carrying revolvers.
Just something about the simplicity and feel that keep me coming back
Semi's and Wheelguns... they both have their purposes, advantages and disadvantages.
I don't belittle anyone for choosing one or the other as their mainstay. But I believe anyone who claims to be seriously into firearms should own, shoot and learn the ins and outs of both.
I don't belittle anyone for choosing one or the other as their mainstay. But I believe anyone who claims to be seriously into firearms should own, shoot and learn the ins and outs of both.
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mc5aw
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jerbehr ... J frame is the designation of S&W's smallest framed revolver. The next step up is K or L frame (medium) and then N frame (large). For clarity purposes, some of the popular models for each frame size are as follows:
J -- 36, 37, 42, 49, 60, and all Airweight/Airlite variants.
K -- 10, 19, 65, 66
L -- 242, 686, 696
N -- 24/624, 25/625, 29/629
For Js, Ls and Ns, a three letter # indicates the stainless (or lightweight) version of the two digit model.
There are many more, and you would be well served to pick up a copy of the S&W "bible" by Jim Supica. It is an entire education on all things S&W.
sipowicz
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Maybe I'm an oddball, but I find revolvers (small) more comfortable in the pants than autos...the cylinder really doesn't bother me on a j or d frame Colt...and since you don't have a butt full of bullets, more of the weight is below the belt line...so for me, it just carries better. I carry my DS all day long and although no gun "feels like it's not there" this set up is fairly comfortable for me.
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Faulkner
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It's hard to beat the simplicity of a revolver.
But, I really like the flatness of a semiauto, and generally the added advantage of higher ammo capacity.
But, I really like the flatness of a semiauto, and generally the added advantage of higher ammo capacity.
I used to carry a mod 38 air weight BodyGuard simply because I didn't have the confidence to carry an auto. That all changed when I bought my 4567 and for the first time ever I had an auto that was absolutely trust worthy. Though it was much heavier it really carried well because of its slim profile. Now my 3913 tactical has taken its place and is proving to be every bit as reliable.
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I've owned and carried both revolvers and autoloaders. In the latter category, I've owned a Browning Hi Power, a Springfield 1911, and even a Glock 19, but somehow I always seem to come full circle to a revolver. My reasons for it being that revolvers are what I first learned to shoot and build my marksmanship with and I just feel more "comfortable" with them over autoloaders.
My EDC is a ca. 1971 Model 36 Chief's Special. Despite being all steel, with the right holster and belt it's very comfortable for IWB carry and I almost don't even know I have it on sometimes. For what it's worth, I have a 38 waist and the cylinder seems to fit my "contours" better than an autoloader's flat profile does.
It's funny that another poster mentioned a single stack, polymer framed pistol, because back when I was looking for an EDC replacement for my Glock 19, I was seriously considering a Walther PPS.
My EDC is a ca. 1971 Model 36 Chief's Special. Despite being all steel, with the right holster and belt it's very comfortable for IWB carry and I almost don't even know I have it on sometimes. For what it's worth, I have a 38 waist and the cylinder seems to fit my "contours" better than an autoloader's flat profile does.
It's funny that another poster mentioned a single stack, polymer framed pistol, because back when I was looking for an EDC replacement for my Glock 19, I was seriously considering a Walther PPS.
guitar1580
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Jer, I also prefer a hammer that I can cock when I want to, for a higher level of accuracy. Many holsters are designed to cover the exposed hammer.
I too prefer revolvers, J frame Airweights, for pocket carry. The Airweight frame is made of aluminum, and substantially lighter in weight than traditional steel frames.
Having said that, I find many situations where I need something very small, especially in the summer time. For those times, I find the North American Arms .22 Magnum five shot revolver to be invaluable. It fits in the palm of your hand, is quite reliable, kicks like a mule, and sounds like a .38 going off. I've carried mine in the pocket of my swim trunks while walking shirtless on the beach, when any other gun would be easily noticed, and drag your shorts to your ankles. Some will say the caliber is too small, but it's better than a knife, or no gun at all, for those times when size does matter.
JT
I too prefer revolvers, J frame Airweights, for pocket carry. The Airweight frame is made of aluminum, and substantially lighter in weight than traditional steel frames.
Having said that, I find many situations where I need something very small, especially in the summer time. For those times, I find the North American Arms .22 Magnum five shot revolver to be invaluable. It fits in the palm of your hand, is quite reliable, kicks like a mule, and sounds like a .38 going off. I've carried mine in the pocket of my swim trunks while walking shirtless on the beach, when any other gun would be easily noticed, and drag your shorts to your ankles. Some will say the caliber is too small, but it's better than a knife, or no gun at all, for those times when size does matter.
JT
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