I must be NUTS
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I must be NUTS
I had not carried a 5-shot snub (a rotary single-stack) as a BUG/EDC for the last several years--maybe 6 or 7 years, didn't even own one (got caught up in the sub-compact 9mm auto vortex). Recently tried the S&W M&P Shield (great choice) but sent it down the road with my Glock 43X (another great choice). I did good $$$-wise when I off-loaded them, the gun market is crazy.
I was really missing the 5-shot snub, usually carried a S&W J-frame air-weight forever. This time I switched it up--I acquired, through my LE distributor, two Ruger LCR's in .357-Magnum. I like the mix of stainless steel and polymer (similar to a Glock), the recoil is less (unless you let loose a magnum), the trigger is amazing, and the front sight is better. I know my capacity is limited, but I don't feel "under-gunned"... ANYBODY ELSE STILL CARRYING A 5-SHOT REVOLVER? ... :)
I was really missing the 5-shot snub, usually carried a S&W J-frame air-weight forever. This time I switched it up--I acquired, through my LE distributor, two Ruger LCR's in .357-Magnum. I like the mix of stainless steel and polymer (similar to a Glock), the recoil is less (unless you let loose a magnum), the trigger is amazing, and the front sight is better. I know my capacity is limited, but I don't feel "under-gunned"... ANYBODY ELSE STILL CARRYING A 5-SHOT REVOLVER? ... :)
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Re: I must be NUTS
I carry this every day.
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Re: I must be NUTS
Not in LE but most of the time i carry a S&W 642 , its gust so handy for my daily use, shove it in the back pocket & go, carried it so much that a few years ago the rubber grips wore out, replaced them with wood
will see how long they last,shot dozens of rattle snakes a few sick coons & cats & a one ton
very hacked off Angus bull, the bull did not die that day but neither did he want any more
he was a problem bull & after a few more complaints from other neighbors he was shipped for
slaughter
Brad
will see how long they last,shot dozens of rattle snakes a few sick coons & cats & a one ton
very hacked off Angus bull, the bull did not die that day but neither did he want any more
he was a problem bull & after a few more complaints from other neighbors he was shipped for
slaughter
Brad
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Re: I must be NUTS
I carry this 5 shot .45 Colt most days. Especially when hiking with my dogs in the backwoods. I love it even though I have several other "practical" options. Has an.45 ACP cylinder too
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You aren't nuts, if you carry both you are at 10 rounds capacity! If I could I'd carry my G23 or my single six 44 special.
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I still have my S&W AirWeight .38spc....I switched off to an LCP not too long after they came out. The laser is pretty handy up close.
I also have a tiny AirLite 8 shot .22.....That was my first EDC, and I never felt like I was missing out. I could empty that little sucker into a torso-size target in under 2 seconds. I fed it with Stingers.
I also have a tiny AirLite 8 shot .22.....That was my first EDC, and I never felt like I was missing out. I could empty that little sucker into a torso-size target in under 2 seconds. I fed it with Stingers.
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Re: I must be NUTS
Reminds me of a retired cop friend of mine.
He carried a 5 shot snubbie in the right hip pocket of his jeans - everywhere he went. The butt peeped out just enough for quick drawing if needed.
He carried a 5 shot snubbie in the right hip pocket of his jeans - everywhere he went. The butt peeped out just enough for quick drawing if needed.
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Re: I must be NUTS
The truth is that if you shoot it enough you won’t have trouble if you ever need it. I shoot mine regularly. I generally put a cylinder full through it every week.
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I've carried a j frame a lot over the years. My wife still does every day.
I had the opportunity to shoot the little Ruger LCR a few years ago and was wildly impressed. The action on my wife's 442 is tuned and the Ruger was still better. It shot great.
You made a good choice IMO.
I had the opportunity to shoot the little Ruger LCR a few years ago and was wildly impressed. The action on my wife's 442 is tuned and the Ruger was still better. It shot great.
You made a good choice IMO.
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Re: I must be NUTS
If I'm kicking around the wood's I'll carry my Ruger Blackhawk in 44 spl. on my hip. If I'm going into town I'll carry semi auto with a mag or two extra. Usually it's my Sig P228 or my Colt 1911.Once my Colt Lightweight Commander is totally broken in, ill carry that on my hip. I need 100% reliability on my carry firearm. I also need to practice with the ammo that I have in my carry firearm.
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While I often carry a small revolver as a second gun and I have a number of different makes and models on hand I tend to gravitate to my Charter Arms Southpaw.
As a side note several folks have said you don’t need a left handed revolver. Normal revolvers work fine for left handed people. I love to have them shoot the Southpaw. Every one complained of how awkward reloading is.
As a side note several folks have said you don’t need a left handed revolver. Normal revolvers work fine for left handed people. I love to have them shoot the Southpaw. Every one complained of how awkward reloading is.
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