wingriderz
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442 is way to go
Which revolver should I purchase for CCW? I’m stuck. Advice/Experience/Opinions?
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wingriderz
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442Gets the vote
kenv1950
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I kinda lean toward my Model 60,38spl, 3 in.. Slim ,comfortable. CCW you do need high fire power and if you need more than 5 rnds. ya need more practice. Chances of getting into a situation needing more than five rnds. would be like hitting the lottery twice in row
vito
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Sometimes I think these threads are fun, but on a practical level, not very important. Any of the guns you are considering would likely serve you well. As long you stick to a quality manufacturer, practice with the gun to stay reasonably proficient, and take reasonable care of the firearm you will be okay.
In truth, the likelihood is that you will go your entire life and never need your concealed firearm for its intended purpose. If you do need it, it most likely will be a one or two round event at very close distances. With modern ammo there is not a lot of real world difference between the primary concealed carry calibers, so again, you won't likely be in trouble no matter which of these good revolvers you choose.
Personally, I've been carrying my 642 since I received my concealed carry license. With 5 rounds of Hornady Critical Defense ammo I am confident that in an emergency I will be as well protected as with any gun. As my eyesight is not what it was, nor are my hands as steady as they once were, I added a Crimson Trace laser, but even with that I am most comfortable with hitting what I shoot at with about a 7 yard maximum distance. I can shoot some of my other smaller handguns more accurately than I can the 642, but the light weight and concealability make it the gun I usually grab before I leave the house.
In truth, the likelihood is that you will go your entire life and never need your concealed firearm for its intended purpose. If you do need it, it most likely will be a one or two round event at very close distances. With modern ammo there is not a lot of real world difference between the primary concealed carry calibers, so again, you won't likely be in trouble no matter which of these good revolvers you choose.
Personally, I've been carrying my 642 since I received my concealed carry license. With 5 rounds of Hornady Critical Defense ammo I am confident that in an emergency I will be as well protected as with any gun. As my eyesight is not what it was, nor are my hands as steady as they once were, I added a Crimson Trace laser, but even with that I am most comfortable with hitting what I shoot at with about a 7 yard maximum distance. I can shoot some of my other smaller handguns more accurately than I can the 642, but the light weight and concealability make it the gun I usually grab before I leave the house.
wingriderz
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442 gets the vote. Mine has be ccw in a rotation for last 4 years or more. In fact shes in my pocket as i type this. Aboustly. Flawless gun with over 1.500. Threw it
They are all good choices. Been CC for 45 years. I like bog bore snubs. Charter Arms .44 sp Bull Dog in an Alien Cloke tuck 2 IWB with CCI Gold Dots is an easy carry with a big bite. Can be carried in a pocket or ankle holster as well.
DevilDog72
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I carry my mdl 19 snub nose every where, however, when at home or quick trips to 7-11 the 642 is in my pocket.
Have you compared the 442 and 340 side by side? When I did the 340 won by a landslide. I definitely think the better sights and ability to shoot .357 if desired is worth the extra $.
When I looked into how much getting a tritium front sight installed on a 442 would be, it wasn't that much less than the difference between the 442 and the 340.
I shoot better with autos, and they may even be better suited as a SD gun. But the truth is I don't like guns that don't speak to me, and to me the snubby has soul. Also, the lightness and lack of printing like an auto means I'm more likely to carry. When I had an auto it often was left at home. So get what you will carry!
Don't be afraid of the recoil, you can always just shoot .38. The 340 or 442 are pretty well designed and the recoil was there, but it didn't hurt.
When I looked into how much getting a tritium front sight installed on a 442 would be, it wasn't that much less than the difference between the 442 and the 340.
I shoot better with autos, and they may even be better suited as a SD gun. But the truth is I don't like guns that don't speak to me, and to me the snubby has soul. Also, the lightness and lack of printing like an auto means I'm more likely to carry. When I had an auto it often was left at home. So get what you will carry!
Don't be afraid of the recoil, you can always just shoot .38. The 340 or 442 are pretty well designed and the recoil was there, but it didn't hurt.
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For my needs, two 442's make a lot more sense than one 340. I like to carry one in each of my jacket's pockets for balance. When I went to buy my second 442, I found a used 340pd for just a little more $ than the new 442. So I couldn't say no. It is a lot nicer gun, but not worth the extra money if buying new. IMHO.
My SP101 DAO is a great gun, but needs a belt and holster to carry it, so I usually opt for something bigger.
If you want a gun, you really will carry everyday, even for those quick trips, even in gym shorts. A light weight j frame centennial is the only choice, IMHO.
Fountain
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You seem to have done more research than a lot of people. And you recognize that a snubnose is difficult to learn to shoot accurately. Have you decided how you are going to carry? Some of that depends on your build. And, so far as I know, none are perfect.
My wife is small, arthritic, and recoil-sensitive. She carries a 351C in a "carry" purse. Granted .22 magnum is not as large as we'd like, but it's all she can handle. And she can't rack the slide on any semiautomatic.
I pocket-carried a Ruger LCR 38 sp for quite a while, and selected my pants so that they were compatible.
I now carry a SP101 in a Hide-It holster. Except for the difficulty in bringing the gun to bear, it's the best way I have found.
No solutions, just observations
My wife is small, arthritic, and recoil-sensitive. She carries a 351C in a "carry" purse. Granted .22 magnum is not as large as we'd like, but it's all she can handle. And she can't rack the slide on any semiautomatic.
I pocket-carried a Ruger LCR 38 sp for quite a while, and selected my pants so that they were compatible.
I now carry a SP101 in a Hide-It holster. Except for the difficulty in bringing the gun to bear, it's the best way I have found.
No solutions, just observations
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