That look of disgust . . .

[cndrdk]

So I went to the range Friday and had a great time as usual. (Operative words are: "Great time as usual.")

Guy next to me looks at my two revolvers and screws up his face (that has to hurt on some level) and says,"They make auto pistols now."

I look at this obviously sarcastic, uniformed, and ignorant guy (substitute the word "fool" if you'd like) and I say to him, "I see you've never had the pleasure of owning a revolver. One day, when you get bored of all those autos you might read about and invest in a revolver. You'll get the pleasure of the old times and maybe even a piece of history."

Now, granted, this guy was about 25 years younger than me, and he's still at the stage where he thinks he's cool because he shoots an automatic. Good for him - I hope he's happy.

Has something like this ever happened to you? Did you ever pull on the disdain and disgust of your neighbor in the next position because you were shooting a revolver? I'd really like to know.

Thanks -

Rich

Sometime using visual aids helps in educating the young. Would not suggest this now, but 40+ years ago, Amarillo. TX PD, .41 mag duty weapons, on a call where an person kept interrupting and interfering. Sgt. finally told guy that he need to "cut a chogie" out of here. (chogie is old slang to leave out in a rush). Guy kind of smiles at Sgt. and says "what the **** is a chogie? Sgt. whips out mod 58 and sort of "screwed" the barrel in the guys nose. Guy turns white and takes off running at a high rate, Sgt. yells after him "that's a chogie"

 

[handejector]

Guy next to me looks at my two revolvers and screws up his face (that has to hurt on some level) and says,"They make auto pistols now."

Auto Pistol???
Is that part of a car?

Signed,
Luddite

 

[gman51]

I put those clowns right up there with concrete cowboys. The type that wear the big belt buckles but have no idea what riding a horse feels like.

 

[Snapping Twig]

Typically, a revolver can be and usually is, more powerful and accurate than a semi auto.

You don't get rapid reloads, speed strips and speed loaders are good but not as good as a magazine with infinite rounds.

That said, with limited rounds of larger and more rapidly moving bullets placed accurately on target, you don't need them.

I enjoy watching someone shooting the latest plastic fantastic, shotgun pattern on the target and demonstrating the "one big hole" pattern.

Too many times to count I let folks at the range try a 44Spl or a 45 Colt with home cast slugs loaded to the best advantage of the caliber. 44 mag - you bet! No takers on the 480 so far, but you never know, someday.

Converted many to at least not discount the guy with a revolver, he probably knows how to use it.

 

[Arik]

Typically, a revolver can be and usually is, more powerful and accurate than a semi auto.

You don't get rapid reloads, speed strips and speed loaders are good but not as good as a magazine with infinite rounds.

That said, with limited rounds of larger and more rapidly moving bullets placed accurately on target, you don't need them.

I enjoy watching someone shooting the latest plastic fantastic, shotgun pattern on the target and demonstrating the "one big hole" pattern.

Too many times to count I let folks at the range try a 44Spl or a 45 Colt with home cast slugs loaded to the best advantage of the caliber. 44 mag - you bet! No takers on the 480 so far, but you never know, someday.

Converted many to at least not discount the guy with a revolver, he probably knows how to use it.

Target, distance. Name the gun!

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[Arik]

Why is it assumed that revolvers are so much more accurate?

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[ISCS Yoda]

That is soooo funny to me!

A couple of years ago I was shooting with some friends and one of them was using some kind of modern pistol, I forget what, and not doing very well with it. I walked over, handed him my 4" barreled Ruger Service Six, and said, "Why don't you try a real gun?".

So he does and LO AND BEHOLD he is shooting nice groups!

"Tolyaso" was all I said.....

 

[sodacan]

I've had similar situations to the OP's, and have always offered to let the offending party try out my revolver. Most don't take me up on it, but I try to look at as a teaching opportunity. A lot of the same ilk look my P7 the same way because of its 8 round capacity. If they only knew. I'm glad they don't text while they shoot.

 

[Hopper]

At one time not so very long ago, I was that young guy. I swore I never wanted a wheel gun, didn't see the appeal... low capacity, antiquated relics, cowboy tools from a bygone era, etc.

Then I shot my younger brother's 66-5 police trade-in. I kid you not when I say it was over before I finished the 2nd cylinder. I could NOT stop smiling, and each trigger squeeze made me grin even wider.

To this day, I swear I could go to owning/shooting nothing but revolvers, and live a perfectly happy life. Over half of what I own has a cylinder that swings out.

 

[SuperGoat]

At my range when I bring my revolvers I mostly just get people around my age (I am 27) just staring at me and the older crowd getting very excited to see me with the classics and coming over to hold them. Usually people seem uncomfortable to talk to me (don't know if it is because I am a woman or because my head is shaved) but once they hear me talking to my husband about revolvers they perk up and start talking to me.
I can never stop wanting to collect more revolvers. The only non revolvers I have are a S&W Model 4006 and a M&P Sport I (every so often it is fun to shoot an AR).

 

[MJB]

I usually like to take one of my revolvers and one of my autos to the range as I enjoy both. It's all good.

 

[Birdgun]

I generally shoot on "Senior's Day" and nobody has ever said a thing about me shooting revolvers. I must be missing an opportunity to say something with whit and humor. Should I change my shooting days? ;-)

God bless,
Birdgun

 

[lunger]

That was rude to insult someones choice of firearm.

We revolver lovers would never disparage some sarcastic, uniformed, and ignorant guy (substitute the word "fool" if you'd like) who chooses to use a bottom feeding Tupperware squirt gun.

I've never met a gun I didn't like.

 

[Mr. Wonderful]

Hello friends,

I hope I'm not repeating a story / situation here... but I feel compelled to post.

When it comes to range visits, I'm never trying to be the "macho guy". Living in South Florida we have enough of those. That being said, I don't put up with Bull**** from anyone. I like to help people, and I love to make friends. I USUALLY have a very good time.

About a month ago I had the "pleasure" of meeting a group of young, devoted "bottom feeders"... you know, people who ONLY appreciate and respect auto-loaders. Hey, I like mine too, but there are other elegant options out there. I could hear their rude comments about "old gun" while I was loading my model 29 (four inch nickel barrel) at the shooting bench.

I rarely shoot magnums, but .44 Specials and .38 Specials are like sweet candy to me. Ahh, the sweet "Boom" of a well shot revolver.

Anyway, I was a little miffed at the attitude and comments of these young, testosterone driven guys... so I was up front, out of respect of course.

I looked over and said, "You guys haven't had much experience with big-bore revolvers, have you? Want to give it a try? One of the bigger guys comes walking over... like "Yeah, I'm the man here." I told him, "Here, try these .44 Specials at 7 yards... you'll like it."

Six rounds later he was smiling big time, but said he had a problem with the trigger pull. I told him I understood, but it's a skill learned with practice. His shooting was fair, and I didn't give him any grief. No comments from his friends.

I could tell this was working out well, so I offered up some factory magnums I just happened to have along in my range bag. Oh yeah... this was going to be fun.

He went for it, and I only wish I would have recorded the video. Shot number 1 was decently placed, but after that, you couldn't find anything else in the black. Thank you God...

He handed the 29 back to me, and was courteous enough to thank me for letting him shoot my gun. None of the other guys stepped up to try my S&W, but I made a point of really making it available for them. So much for the testosterone boys...

In the end, all was good. Sometimes gun selection is like a religion issue. People have strong beliefs... I do my best to build bridges when I can. If it doesn't work out, other folks are the ones missing the boat. Not my problem.

Best wishes everyone!

Roger aka Mr. Wonderful

 

[eb07]

So I went to the range Friday and had a great time as usual. (Operative words are: "Great time as usual.")

Guy next to me looks at my two revolvers and screws up his face (that has to hurt on some level) and says,"They make auto pistols now."

I look at this obviously sarcastic, uniformed, and ignorant guy (substitute the word "fool" if you'd like) and I say to him, "I see you've never had the pleasure of owning a revolver. One day, when you get bored of all those autos you might read about and invest in a revolver. You'll get the pleasure of the old times and maybe even a piece of history."

Now, granted, this guy was about 25 years younger than me, and he's still at the stage where he thinks he's cool because he shoots an automatic. Good for him - I hope he's happy.

Has something like this ever happened to you? Did you ever pull on the disdain and disgust of your neighbor in the next position because you were shooting a revolver? I'd really like to know.

Thanks -

Rich

Right up until I rock the revolver in a carbine class and they realize that not only can I hit what I am aiming at, but hang with them as well.

 

[LedFowl]

A typical Saturday adventure. Others peek over, but usually don't ask.

 

[TheHobbyist]

Either at the range (which I seldom go to...have my own land) or at a gun shop, I always encounter the 'expert' who is going to correct me. Why I have no idea. It is not meant in an educational sense, whereby they are trying to educate me on safe handling, mechanics, etc.; rather, it is typically someone trying to just show off. Perhaps, impart their substantial knowledge about firearms. My wife just laughs. I usually let them talk without telling them no thanks and walk away. So, they briefly 'educate me'. I find this to be good comedy. No, I certainly don't know everything about our hobby, that's why I find it interesting...always learn new stuff. However, it just makes me laugh inside sometimes when I hear them tell me the 'facts'. One fella was trying to teach me about the '1911'. I said no thanks, I understand, been there done that...good firearm. He proceeded to be 'over-the-top' about his knowledge and my mistake of owning anything other than that. I was shooting a 2.5" 686 at the range. Within a silver dollar at 25 yards... I asked him to see his gun, he let me handle it and I said, gee I wonder if I can decock this without engaging the mag well safety. No...he replied you cannot. Well I did and he thought i broke his gun. I told him I read an army manual on it from the first world war that described this method.......he was aghast that I was able to do that.

 

[raisedin99]

14 1/2 Little Scout

A typical Saturday adventure. Others peek over, but usually don't ask.

That rifle on the right appears to be a Stevens 14 1/2 Little Scout, my Dad started me shooting
with one some 62 years ago when I was age 5. Since then I found one with a good bore a few
years back and it occupies a place in the safe.

terry

 

[easyrider604]

..........Has something like this ever happened to you? Did you ever pull on the disdain and disgust of your neighbor in the next position because you were shooting a revolver? I'd really like to know.

Thanks -

Rich

Not really. Our club screens members and ROs for idiots and jerks. Many members actually shoot and share revolvers.

 

[gen3guy]

I have a nephew who won't own anything but Glocks and AK-47s. So sad.