which revolver for a new guy

[murphydog]

If those are the only options you are considering, the model 15 for familiarization and practice, then consider a model 36 or similar. Even with light loads J frame .38s can be challenging to shoot.

 

[elm_creek_smith]

My granddaughter is a Lance Corporal in the USMC, and her hands are TINY! I gave her Cimmaron Lighting in .38 Special last time she was home on leave because it fit her hand. When she's old enough to get a carry license, I'll give her my Model 642-2 because a K-frame is too big. That said, a K-frame fits 90% of people.

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[Dolfenn24]

The model 15 all day long. It will be a purchase you will never regret and $530 OTD for a pristine M15 is an OK deal by my standards. You didn't mention whether it came complete with a box and papers but I just sold one in that category for $600 and the buyer was very pleased after he received it. Either way anything around that price if it is indeed in the 95% grade is a winner. The photos show what a lot of folks train with starting with a must have model 18, not just another masterpiece. The snub nose is just one of my favorites and perhaps one of the most accurate 2" barrels you will ever find,

Couldn't agree more with your assertion of the 2" Model 15. Far and away the most fun and accurate snubnose revolver I have ever shot. I absolutely love my 15!

 

[smf834]

So many great advices!! Here's the 15-4 i am looking at. Supposed to be 1982, very low round count.

 

[bananaman]

Welcome to the FORUM! I tried a 2", 36, & a 3", 36. Not impressive to me. (remember, we are not all the same) I have a 2" Model 10, round butt. I shoot it much better than the 36's. After that, got a 66-2, 2.5". It is a keeper also. Bob

 

[bananaman]

Although I do not shoot my 67 often, they are a good choice. This early no dash is my wife's favorite. Bob

 

[smf834]

I will look into the model 67 for sure. What is the feedback in regard to a revolver in 9mm? Too much recoil? Any negative?

 

[beagleye]

So much good advise. I won't join the fray regarding model 36's or 15's (get the 15!) but I will say this-

If you want to learn to shoot, and or teach your daughter to shoot-

GET A 22LR!

 

[beagleye]

Welcome to the forum.

For a new shooter I'd recommend a quality .22 and a case (5,000) or so of shells.

Cheap, quiet, no recoil or muzzle blast. Just the thing to learn the fundamentals on and then move up to centerfire.

A Model 17 or a Model 18 should serve you nicely.

Good advise right there!

 

[lrrifleman]

First, while I agree that a Model 36 can be a challenge, I would NOT turn my back on one. That said, I would pass on any gun that is ceracoated, you don't know what the coating is hiding.

As a first purchase, I would recommend a Model 15/67. The size should be adequate and the weight should handle the recoil. If you want the versatility of a Magnum, go with a 686+ 3" . I have picked up a 686+ 3" for when I carry a revolver. I have a Model 36-6 (looks like a J framed 686). I find that the 3" barrel carries easily.