Thanks All
I have been away from computer access for a short time but wanted to respond to all of you for the excellent advice and information. THANK YOU it is much appreciated. In response to some of the comments:
While my gun knowledge is limited, I have some experience, I held a CCW for four years in a California rural county. I used a Ruger LCR9 semi automatic, great gun and never jammed on me, however I was not getting enough practice and the gun was complex compared to a simple revolver. It was almost like if I needed to use it I also needed to reread the manual (please do not bother to tell me you have to practice on a regular basis, I know that).
Now we are living in another California county that supports CCW and I want to renew my training and certification. My wife has decided to do the same. She has only shot shotguns. I have two very gun knowledgeable friends (one a gunsmith and the other a retired cop/PI) and they suggested the J-frames. Due mainly to simplicity and also size. I have owned a Ruger single action six 22 cal since 1965 (now a collectors item I think). Using it is simple, very intuitive compared to the semi-automatics. So we decided to deal with the kick of the light J-frames and try these revolvers.
I also read how you suggested my wife using a larger revolver to get used to shooting a pistol. That probably is a good suggestion. I plan (after a basic class) to have her get some range time with my Ruger Single six. She will like it, no kick, and provide confidence for her prior to the shooting the J frame with wadcutters. If needed we will consider a larger S&W also that uses 38 special ammo.
I read all the ammo suggestions, thanks for that also. As suggested I bought some Winchester 38 Special 130 grain FMJ for practice use. My gunsmith friend is also loading some low speed wadcutter rounds for my wife to use. I realize the kick needs to be managed and handled properly, and we changed to some different Hogue grips to make it easier. If the kick can't be handled properly at the range (with practice and defense rounds) we of course will not attempt to carry the J-Frames.
thanks again, Ed
I have been away from computer access for a short time but wanted to respond to all of you for the excellent advice and information. THANK YOU it is much appreciated. In response to some of the comments:
While my gun knowledge is limited, I have some experience, I held a CCW for four years in a California rural county. I used a Ruger LCR9 semi automatic, great gun and never jammed on me, however I was not getting enough practice and the gun was complex compared to a simple revolver. It was almost like if I needed to use it I also needed to reread the manual (please do not bother to tell me you have to practice on a regular basis, I know that).
Now we are living in another California county that supports CCW and I want to renew my training and certification. My wife has decided to do the same. She has only shot shotguns. I have two very gun knowledgeable friends (one a gunsmith and the other a retired cop/PI) and they suggested the J-frames. Due mainly to simplicity and also size. I have owned a Ruger single action six 22 cal since 1965 (now a collectors item I think). Using it is simple, very intuitive compared to the semi-automatics. So we decided to deal with the kick of the light J-frames and try these revolvers.
I also read how you suggested my wife using a larger revolver to get used to shooting a pistol. That probably is a good suggestion. I plan (after a basic class) to have her get some range time with my Ruger Single six. She will like it, no kick, and provide confidence for her prior to the shooting the J frame with wadcutters. If needed we will consider a larger S&W also that uses 38 special ammo.
I read all the ammo suggestions, thanks for that also. As suggested I bought some Winchester 38 Special 130 grain FMJ for practice use. My gunsmith friend is also loading some low speed wadcutter rounds for my wife to use. I realize the kick needs to be managed and handled properly, and we changed to some different Hogue grips to make it easier. If the kick can't be handled properly at the range (with practice and defense rounds) we of course will not attempt to carry the J-Frames.
thanks again, Ed
