
But, seriously, no I do not worry that 5 is not enough.
I agree.OK, I watched that youtube and came to the opposite conclusion.
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/...The problem comes because the guy making the youtube followed the bad guys and saw them meet up with a couple others for a total of 8 bad guys and then drive off. He was probably worried (and rightly so) about what would have happened if they saw him following them and turned on him.
He was playing cop more than a private citizen should in that situation. Sure if he is thinking in terms of arresting 8 bad guys at once, then he needs more than a 7 shot gun.
IMHO, he was taking unnecessary risks following and tracking them.
If all he wanted was to get them off his back and away without robbing him or his GF, then pointing a 5 shot J Frame at them would likely been enough. And maybe he wouldn't have had to fire at all.
So far it has been fine for me and I try to live the "J frame lifestyle" but feel better with more rounds on board or a gun that's easier to shoot well at speed with SD loads.
There is always a situation that will need more rounds or longer range or some other variable. The chance of needed to use a firearm in SD are pretty low but we still carry, it just up to you how "prepared" you want to be. There are some guys I know that are better armed with a revolver than some others with an AR. As long as you can shoot it well and train with it it's better than nothing, but if I ever get in a SD situation I'm hoping for an M1 Abrams and it's 155.
Ya place yer bet and take your chances.![]()
Not related to J-frames, or revolvers for that matter, but here's a guy (Shield owner) who claims he won't even carry a single stack based on an experience he had -
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vwjaPIPG0_s
Agreed, very foolish indeed, carrying without a license, playing undercover cop, AND doing a video on Youtube detailing his experience.First thing the guy in the vid had best do is get legal. Don't know about Texas, up here you get caught with a concealed weapon and no CPL, even if you're in the right, you'll wind up cuffed in the back seat of a police cruiser. Second, what difference did capacity make at the end of the day? He never drew/discharged his weapon. Third, and most important, why was this guy playing cop? Especially with his girlfriend in the car. As soon as he called 911, he should've put as much distance between him and the perps as possible. Chances are if this guy had the Glock with extended mag, he'd have played "hero" and waded right into the middle of this to save the day, (spare me). We're likely to hear from this guy again down the road, only it'll be on a news broadcast.
This is strictly a personal choice to me. I've always carried two and will continue as long as the Good Lord allows me to remain on the planet. I do also carry a 5 round speed loader for the J-Frame. For me it's a backup or drawn as a primary when I would be unwise to draw the primary weapon. I do not look or seek out trouble or issues but ole' Mr. Murphy is a funny lad,....... I just prefer to have and not need so to speak.
I agree.
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An armed citizen is greatly exceeding the scope of hie or her authority by following criminals.
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The big question, Shorty, is - How well do you "run" that Abrams? Does it do you any good if you can't make headshots on a dead run???
Seriously, I'm still trying to digest the fact that my 442 and a speed strip is a "weapon system." I feel under-trained suddenly.
Those that Carry a J...Ever Worry that 5 Isn't Enough?
Not related to J-frames, or revolvers for that matter, but here's a guy (Shield owner) who claims he won't even carry a single stack based on an experience he had