Revolvers have a longer trigger pull and the lower capacity teaches you to be a more disciplined shooter. At the end of the day it's shot placement and most incidents are finished in 2 to 3 shots. Plus the revolver is simple and fires when you pull the trigger. I like that reliability.
I used to work as an armed security guard during my younger days. We were trained to shoot our revolvers double action only. Now retired, my home defense gun is a vintage Colt Agent 38 Special snub nose revolver. It's accurate and highly reliable with a very smooth double action trigger pull. Good for fast one hand point shooting at close range.
The problem with that idea, is that most new shooters will struggle with the heavy trigger, poor sights, relatively heavy recoil, etc. Having less rounds doesn't magically make you a better shooter. That comes with spending time at the range. Like you Said, shot placement is what wins fights. Do you really expect someone brand new to firearms to be able to reliably run a 12+ pound trigger on a light weight J frame style gun? Not likely.
@@robertonavarro7713 I got 2 of those old skinny barrel Agents. really smooth trigger pulls on both. I can get hits at longer ranges with them. and I got a post '82 version. not quite as smooth but still nice.
@@mr.browning7.624Maybe, but it depends on the training they receive. In 1968 we all learned to shoot a revolver w/those heavy triggers even though some auto loaders were available.
Honestly i cannot stop looking at this revolver... just looks like a piece of art. That Glock looks like one of those toy guns for your tv from the 90's consoles.
deadass, I love the beautiful steel and wood the revolver has, not to mention the manstopping .357 Mag. I would take that anyday over the recycled toys r us plastic and 9mm (nothing wrong with 9mm but i perfer bigger bullets and lower capacity)
Thank you for a great video. I switched from wheel guns to the Colt 1911 due to joining the USN. By the time I got out, they switched to the 9mm. After my discharge I went back to revolvers.
but sIr revolvers being most reliable guns have decreasing demand due to low bullet capacity gun companies must manufacture revolvers with 10 round capacity .I also own 32 long top break revolver comonly available in India
I prefer revolvers for 2 reasons. First, they don't leave brass behind like semi-autos do. Plus, I got hit in the face by brass coming out of the semi-auto more than once. Second, there is always gonna be a revolver that is more powerful than a semi-auto. Just name me any semi-auto pistol, and I'll name you a revolver that is more powerful than that pistol.
i prefer them as well, but there is one advantage to semi-auto, it's capacity. but considering the state i live in, they limit capacity to 10 in California. but they don't bother with revolvers at all, so it worked out for me. I tried Glock's .380 one time the G42, but i didn't like how it felt, so i got a second revolver. i call it the Claire Redfield gun now a days, it reminds me of hers, but i believe hers was a lower Calibur.
The biggest problem with revolvers guns is that they are not safe...and they are dangerous. Once you press the trigger, the matter is over...but with regular pistols you have to pull the pistol and then press the trigger...this is the big difference...and what do you say? What do you think?
@@Dr-Abdulla-Niaz That's what I like about revolvers. No racking of the slide, no loading of rounds into the magazine which can be quite difficult for some folks because of the spring in the magazine, no slide bite to think about, no failure to feed issues, no failure to eject issues. I can name several more reasons why I prefer a wheelgun over a semi-auto, but I hope you catch my drift. The only safety feature in a revolver is its long trigger pull in double-action mode. That's why you gotta be absolutely sure you're using the wheelgun for the right reason.
Good report . I've been shooting something since I was either years old . Mostly revolvers then . Went into the military at eitlghteen and loved the .45 1911 . Enlisted in the early 60's. Later I joined my local police department and was issued a .38 S&W which I quickly replaced with a model 19 S&W .357 . Now that is a great weapon . Sometimes depending on how I felt I would carry a 1911 . We didn't have specific requirements back then . Like you I just love shooting many weapons . Later in life I worked for a tactical security company and bought my first Glock for a contract job . I much later have converted it into a rifle with a 16 inch barrel. My main carry now is a small Glock 26 with a two round extension. I have a few 33 round mags for my nines. I also have a Glock 30 which really isn't much bigger than the model 26 . That one is a .45 . I enjoyed your presentation and will look forward to seeing more from you .
I personally think the capacity of the semi auto is overstated. Most civilian shootings are resolved in 2-4 shots fired. And in cases where 6 or more are fired, most of the time shots 6+ are not needed and often legally questionable. So the capacity of a revolver is not really a disadvantage. I also think that having 15-19 rounds available can encourage mag dumps over shot placement.
A well though out comparison between to two. I would also factor in gun laws as newer shooters in restrictive states may be more comfortable buying a revolver even if lower count magazines are available. Concealed carry may not be allowed or more difficult to obtain. A revolver would be a better choice under these circumstances. Thanks fort the video. Look forward to the next.
Just me but, I prefer my S&W .38 Police special... it's got retro charm. That and I admit to being not very mechanically inclined, and a revolver is pretty goof-proof. I use to own a .40 cal Glock 17, and while I did like it ( and sorry I sold it ) it did jam a few times at the range. This may sound lazy; a revolver is easier to clean and maintain. The Glock I had was quite a simple affair for a semi-auto, and I could dis-assemble, clean, then re-assemble relatively easy for an s-a. But still more of a pain then revolver care. Keeping things simple leaves less room for error. Plus, if I cannot hit my target with 6 rounds, then having 11 more probably won't make a difference.
I got the Glock because people made it seem it was IMPOSSIBLE to jam but after it jamming multiple times at the range I don’t know what the hype is about, a little in accurate, boxy, sight is meh, and if you don’t point it perfect it jams very easy
Good video. But one thing that is never brought up in Revolver/Pistol comparisons is that the magazine is an indispensable part of your Glock. Take very good care of your magazines!
A traditional DA .22 LR revolver with a 4" (+) barrel. Ammo is inexpensive, for more practice. low recoil, less chance of inducing a flinch, easier to diagnose and correct less than perfect stance, hold, trigger press, sight alignment. etc. Less muzzle blast, noise and flash, probably the bigger inducer of flinch than recoil. long double action trigger, master that and all other triggers are a breeze. Plus they are just darn fun. Take the time to learn, really learn, and master the fundamentals of shooting a handgun, then any handgun you pickup will be easier to get comfortable with. Ya, I know I'm shouting in the dark. Most will still think they can buy ability with new stocks, better sights, special ammo... or by changing their grip, thumbs up/down/forward/crossed/etc. shuffling their feet this way or that. etc. etc. etc. Maybe new shooting glasses will do the trick. ;)
For a first glance, I think it depends more on the person combined with who is training them. I started out with semi autos and trained hard for about two decades with them. I am more proficient with semi autos because of that. I have seen people who grew up and trained hard with revolvers who I wouldn’t want to square up with! My vote goes to semi autos because that is what I know, based on extensive training. A person who has extensive training on revolvers is a deadly machine, do not doubt!
Have cottage in bear country, my Ruger GP100 with heavy load 357 mag always accompanies to the cottage. It is a heavy revolver so it is comfortable to fire and powerful enough to drop what ever is is pointed at.
I enjoyed your video and I agree with you 100%. However, I am a revolver person. That being said , in your video you did not emphasize the fact in your Smith 357 revolver you can shoot everything from a light to heavy 38 special and the same for the 357 mag in the same gun. The most powerful 9mm and cannot begin to compete with the most powerful 357. Yes the Glock has more capacity but I am in the opinion that you should be able to get the job done in 6-7 shots. The fact is that most gun fights last about three shots. Yes, there are always some exceptions. I have a Ruger P95 9mm which I like and shoot well. I have a Smith Model 64 I believe, 38 special. When I load it with Bufalo Bore 38 special +p semi-wadcutter hollow point bullets, even though I have only six rounds I feel well protected. I have a Ruger GP100 six inch barrel in 357 I have the choice to load with all sorts of ammo. One thing you did not mention some semi-autos will not cycle different kinds of ammo in the same caliber causing a jam. Again, thank you for the non-biased and informative video.
Speaking for my wife, it has to be the glock 19. Simple, shoots good ammo perfectly. I really love mine. My wife on the the other hand cant pull the double action trigger back on a revolver. She is small and weak (lol), The glock is best for her (but the 9mm is a bit for her) but the smith and wesson EZ in .380 is perfect for her. Thanks for the video. As a long time USPSA shooter I have pretty much tried most guns quite a bit and inexperienced shooters do very well sticking a glock 19 in their hands. Every pull is the same.
They have the 8lb connector for all Glocks. Makes it heavier, but more like a single action... and also the NY1 and NY2 trigger springs that only increase the trigger pull to be more like a revolver (for safety). The NY1 will make it a long 8lb trigger pill (or 5.5lbs long with the 3.5lb connector)... and the NY2 increases it to 12lbs (which might be too much if you can't fire a revolver). I'm not against Glock triggers as they are, but these are good options for anyone wanting to increase safety. (forgive the rant).
Revolvers are best for a first gun. They operate much like the cap gun you had as a kid, and they rarely jam. Also, if it fails to fire, you can quickly move on to the next cylinder, whereas with a pistol, you have to clear it before your next shot. The round capacity is a bit lacking, but practice lets you place those rounds in critical places. You can also find revolvers that can hold more than the standard six shots, especially in lower calibers. Of course, pistols can offer a much greater capacity, and a second magazine can be dropped in easily, but reloading an empty magazine takes longer than dropping in six more rounds. I would recommend a revolver as an option for an older person, as well. It takes some hand strength to rack the pistols back, and arthritis or weak hands might not be able to pull the slide as well. In the end, it’s up to you what your choice is, whatever works best for what you need it for.
I was a cop for 30 yrs, carried a revolver for the first 20 (we switched to the Glock 19 in the mid ‘80s) & the wheel gun saved my life more than once. In retirement I carry a J Frame but do drop an LCP into a pocket holster as my mode of dress dictates.
Thx, I would NEVER suggest this as a career for anyone today, not worth the risk. It’s a shame b/c the quality of new hires is going south now. It’s something we’ll all pay for going forward.
Yeah, there's a bunch of good micro 9's that hole 10-11rds now. They have 9rd mags for the G43 now too (that aren't as long as the ets 9rd mags). They're the same length as the +1 pinky extension.
I mostly carry a p365 and in cooler weather I do carry my 19 or 23. I do on occasion carry my Colt 2 in King Cobra. Just my opinion, if you can learn to shoot a revolver well it will make you a better shot with every fire arm.
I shoot revolvers and pistols. My first gun was a 357 magnum revolver. I had been influenced by a friend who frequently complained about his 1911 when he lost the only magazine he had for his gun. I had been shooting my 357 for about 20 years when an uncle gifted me a 45acp pistol. I fell in love with the pistol. When I introduced my first wife to handguns, she tried them all and selected a 380acp pistol. My second wife selected a 38 special revolver. My granddaughter selected a 45acp pistol and at a distance of 10-yards, shot a bullseye on her first shot. Therefore, I am unable to recommend which should be the first gun. I think it is a personal choice of the potential shooter.
Great video! A revolver is the best for home defense. Loaded, there is no magazine spring to fail. You can keep a revolver loaded for decades, pick it up and fire it. For EDC the semiautomatic is lighter, flater and has greater fire power.
Best first "gun" of any sort is a BB gun. My kids all started shooting a BB gun by age 3. Of course with my help, in the backyard, at "fun" targets. Our favorite targets were knock-off brand "Vanilla Wafer" cookies. I stood them on edge on a 2x4 I had cut a groove in to hold the cookies. They explode when hit by a BB gun, keep the kids interested, they are cheap, and the birds clean up the mess. You need to be able to practice and train the kids at home...without planning a trip to a shooting range and the associated expense and time. When your child wants to shoot, you can be ready in less than 5 minutes and can shoot for as long as they want. If they want to quit after 10 minutes...that's OK too. Best first *firearm* is a .22 single shot rifle, a small one like a "Cricket", or the "Chipmunk" I bought in the 80s for my sons to train with. Best first handgun is a .22 revolver. I prefer double action revolvers. That said, for each of my three sons I bought them a Ruger Single Six. They are all adults now and still have those revolvers. I trained my wife with my S&W Model 34 "Kit Gun". Best first *concealed carry handgun* is the one you can carry ANYWHERE. The "program compliance" gun. I call it my "Always be Armed" gun. My current gun for that purpose is a S&W M&P Bodyguard .380 ACP. If you're going to be armed, you should ALWAYS be armed and if the gun you choose for EDC is too (big, heavy, hard to conceal) for ALL situations and gets left at home or in the car sometimes, then you need the "Always be Armed" gun. Get that one FIRST. That's the gun that's in my swim trunks pocket at the beach when I am surf fishing and all I am wearing is my swim trunks. It's in my pocket when I go to the Doctor and they will tell me to take off my shirt, etc.
Nah man ima master the revolver, they look too damn clean and classy I’ll take the risk to trust my life on the revolver cause I feel like it’ll save my ass in the most critical situations.
Sister and i both have 686plus with 5" barrel. (I think it was a limited run??) It's a beautiful weapon. We both refuse to put rubber grips on them! Yes, it would be easier to shoot, but..
I carry the Glock 43x as my main and a Taurus 605 Poly Protector in .357 as a back up. Always be prepared. First comes the mace the knife then the draw down if have to. Hope never comes to this. Unpredictable world unpredictable times. Stay safe. Great video
my issue gun is a Glock 19 gen 5. it is on a duty belt with me all day. when I get home, it goes into the safe and a snub nose goes into my pocket. I have Colts( pre and post ' 72 versions) and S&W J frames, and short barrel K frames which some time get appendix carried. including my M19 2.5 inch barrel 357. never feel undergunned. triggers don't seem hard to pull to me. and I also have some concealed hammer bodyguard and centennials ( the older 38 special ones, they don't snag on pockets). and once in a while a N frame 44 special or 45ACP/Auto Rim ( both 4 inch barrels) come out. come into my house at night my S&W M327 8 shot moon clip loaded 357 mag might greet you.
Revolver advantage no 4. Fun , 2 point You can play fun games that originated from . . Russia 2.04 1 Simplicity , 1 point 2 Reliability, 1 point 3 Trigger safety , 1 point
The reliability issue is a bit more complicated than it might appear. The issue is not reliability at the range where the auto pistol can do quite well as you say. The real issue is in close contact scuffles which are an extremely likely scenario for civilian self defense. In these situations the revolver is far less likely to suffer from proximity malfunctions or user induced malfunctions.
As a first hand gun to me - revolver is far superior due to simplicity to operate, simplicity of maintenance and simplicity of construction. It is also way.heavier than a semi and that dampens the recoil effectively. I also have a choice to use 38sp or.357 whichever I need which I dont have a flexibility of in semiauto. I still wont use it for home defense because I`d rather use shotgun, I also dont need to carry, so to me range is main reason to buy a handgun (which is not that fun as clay of course, but just for variety of experiences) If I`m going for the semi auto - I`m certainly not looking into G19, but rather G34 for obvious reasons. But generally speaking - the only thing for semi which makes sense is a cheap ammo, but you can go with sw929 and enjoy the cheap ammo with all the benefits of the revolver. There is literally nothing in semi auto which (to me specifically) can make it stand out
I actually recommend the 8lb connector for Glock CCW. It increases the trigger to 8lbs, but it don't feel like 8lbs. It also makes a better trigger IMO. It's heavier (for safety), but decreases the length of the break a lot and which it more like a single action and makes it feel less than 8lbs. They have "NY trigger" spring which increases the trigger pull also, but they don't change the length of the break, so it's just a heavier pull the whole way through. I don't recommend that, but a lot of people do, because it makes the trigger pull more like a revolver. They also have the 12lb (NY2) trigger spring which is even heavier. (Many people mix the NY1 with a 3.5lb (or 3lb) connector to make a 5 to 5.5lb long, steady trigger pull).
The Glock wins when considering startup expense when compared to top quality revolvers such as S&W and Colt. A person could step in with a Taurus though to lighten that initial sticker shock. Much depends on the person’s needs and budget. Glocks (or any other polymer striker fire pistol), especially in 9mm, are far easier to obtain ammunition for versus revolvers. However, if the intent is to purchase the gun, shoot it once, then stick it in a dresser drawer for that time that something goes bump in the night, the revolver is the better choice. I have both. The Glock is the better all-round, do just about anything handgun, giving it the edge, but it all comes down to personal preference. I enjoy shooting my revolvers more.
With a revolver it always goes bang when you pull the trigger. For a novice shooter this gives them more time to focus on safety, shooting skills, and such, rather than worrying about how to operate a semiautomatic pistol. My daily carry weapon is a revolver. Cheers!
How would the recoil compare between a pistol and a revolver assuming same weight and same caliber? Say the Beretta 92F vs some 1960s .38 revolver, would the revolver have much less recoil due to having no recirculating mass?
You forgot to mention that semiauto mags can malfunction, AND a revolver is not ammo-sensitive. For example, any .38 Special round will fire from a .38 revolver as long as the round is not a dud and it has sufficient velocity to push the bullet all the way out of the barrel. A semiauto MUST have a minimum operating pressure to function properly, and some of them don't work reliably with semiwadcutter bullets. I own both types, but my first handgun was a Ruger Single Six, bought back in the 60's.
A good comparison, but I wouldn't recommend a semi-auto for someone as a first gun unless it was going to come with at least several hours of training on how to load, fire, and trouble-shoot (i.e., clearing jams) by a competent shooting instructor (not me; I have limited experience with semi-autos). It takes a lot less time for a gun newbie to learn the manual of arms of a revolver, and I could do the teaching.
The revolver by a long shot... but there are really good revolvers that are far less expensive. Just like semi-auto's, the prices can range from under $200 to a couple thousand (and the price doesn't always match the quality). Many inexpensive revolvers are really good while some of the more expensive one's aren't really any better.
Damn, can $900 be justified for a standard revolver? Yeah, I know it's a s&w... but I just couldn't justify that much money. It's just not worth it when there are so many great options for half the price or even less.
@@deucedeuce1572 theyve gone up a lot recently especially the older ones, for ex. a model 19-3 w/ 4 inch barrel used to run about 6-700, i see them go between 1000-1200 now its insane
The problem with the Glock pistols is they are single action. When you have a round chambered, you have the striker cocked back. You are depending on a safety to make that "safe". That's just the equivalent of carrying a 1911 cocked and locked with the safety engaged, is it not? Yes it is. And people think this is "A OK" for some reason. That is the big problem I have with this striker fired pistol scourge. We had a better system with DA/SA hammer fired pistols like the 92FS, S&W 5000/4000, Sig P220, which are all great to carry because you carry with a round chambered and the hammer down which is actually safe. Nothing cocked. And can deploy them in an instant and fire with no safety to disengage. With these striker pistols, it's been "oh it's safe bro just trust us" and the result is thousands and thousands of negligent discharges and injuries. Also don't get me started on plastic. It has a limited lifespan by definition. That all being said, if the choice is just these two, I would pick the revolver hands down!! I can carry a revolver ready to go and not worry one bit about safety. Pull it right out and it's ready for action. For the Glock you have to pick: carry it at the ready and take a risk of negligent discharge, or carry it with an empty chamber and it's not at the ready. Also a J-frame or something similar in .357 out of a 3" or even 2" barrel is going to vastly superior to 9mm para. Let's say both have a 3 inch barrel. Well the 9mm is going to be like 250 ft/lbs and the .357 is going to be 500ft/lbs. You have much better hollow point designs in the revolver cartridges also. The 9mm is limited into what designs will still feed. Also when you are firing out of a 3" barrel in the 9mm, most of the time the hollowpoints WON'T expand. A J-frame is smaller than all the glocks except for the tiny ones like a 26. Also the smaller an automatic pistol is while firing a more powerful cartridge, the more sensitive it's going to be and the more often it will jam! Well the small j-frames can fire magnum cartridges and don't have that problem.
The best gun is the one you are going to use. All the stats in the world won't help you in a safe. I am in love with revolvers. You might be in love with the Beretta 92.
IMO it all depends on how much time/shooting/training one wants to put into the firearm. If one commits to learning how to shoot and operate a pistol (a lot) than a pistol is the way to go. If one wants to just have it in the house and not shoot it much, the revolver is the way to go. And that’s about it in a nut shell…
You're making it seem like you can't practice with a revolver like you can with a pistol. Idk why people assume their house is gonna get invaded by ISIS and they'll need to whip out the tacti-cool gear. Most encounters last a few seconds.
@@starmorpheus no I’m not, it’s ease of use and ammo reliability with the revolver that I’m getting at. If you’re just going to store it and “very rarely” practice with it a revolver is the way to go. It’s a lot less likely to malfunction when time comes to use it. That’s what I was getting at. If you’re willing to fry fire in the house then at least you’re putting in time with the weapon.
I prefer a revolver because even if it has lower capacity, it is more powerful and because of the weight it has less recoil and it can be more accurate with single action
This was supposed to be which is better for a beginner. Did you go on to say how the semi auto can get magazines that are 40 or 50 rounds. How is that? Better for a beginner? They’re just gonna fire faster and not really learn the basics of properly shooting.
Fire power goes to revolver. 357 magnum ballistically blows all other semi auto calibers out of the water except maybe 10mm. Size goes to revolver. Smith and wesson 340pd weighs less than 12 oz and is chambered in 357 magnum. It can fit in your pocket. As for attachments on handguns, the only practical one is a light. You can get lights on revolvers. You can even get rail mounts for revolvers. The only thing semi autos do better is capacity and reloads.
Hate to burst your bubble, but 357 magnum performs about the same as 9mm in ballistic testing. Sure on paper 357 produces more energy but in actual tests they aren't that different. And with 357 you have substantially more recoil and blast as well as the reduced capacity associated with revolvers. The whole size argument isn't the plus you think it is. There are plenty of very small semi autos as well but regardless semi auto or revolver, guns that size are horrible to shoot. Even more so in the instance of the 340pd. A gun that small and light is nearly uncontrollable in 357 especially for a beginner. As for lights and optics, yeah ypu can get rails for revolvers, but not without some kind of odd mounting option or gun smiting work and defintely not on the small snub nose guns people are likely to carry.
I look at this like I look at pickup trucks. I won't buy a 4x4 because I don't live in an area where I'll ever need a 4x4 and I'm not going anywhere that I'll need one. I don't need a semiauto because I don't live in an area where it's dangerous and I'm not going anywhere that it's dangerous. If I do get in a situation where I need a gun my 6 shot revolver will get the job done. Now this is 2022, 2030 might be different.
The biggest problem with revolvers guns is that they are not safe...and they are dangerous. Once you press the trigger, the matter is over...but with regular pistols you have to pull the pistol and then press the trigger...this is the big difference...and what do you say? What do you think?
Not everybody is going to get a gun and become a gun enthusiast. There’s a good number of people who will get one and hardly ever shoot or clean the weapon. For those people the revolver is better.
Which one holds 15+1? Which one can be shot under water? Which one is used by 60% of US law enforcement of all levels? Which one can take a 33 rd mag? Which one can take a 50rd drum? Which one can a combat light easily be attached? Which one can a red dot be attached fairly simple? Which one practically has parts at a gas stations? Which one can a suppressor be mounted easiest? Which one was not on the " Andy Griffith Show? Gaston Glock forever changed the pistol game. Nearly every manufacturer has copied the Glock in some way or the other. Only the Colt/Browning 1911 has had more influence than a Glock. Glock for the win again! Can't help the Army chose the Sig 9mm over Glock, Sig is #2 imo anyways.
I have a friend who is a forensic police officer and he said that he has never found a crime scene with a person with a revolver in their hand, but he has come across several bodies with a pistol in their hand without firing a single shot because the pistol failed.
I think it would have went to the revolver if u were to compare a snub nose like an LCR or j-frame airweight instead of that hunker 40 ounces? Jeez!! 😂.
Revolvers have a longer trigger pull and the lower capacity teaches you to be a more disciplined shooter. At the end of the day it's shot placement and most incidents are finished in 2 to 3 shots. Plus the revolver is simple and fires when you pull the trigger. I like that reliability.
I used to work as an armed security guard during my younger days. We were trained to shoot our revolvers double action only.
Now retired, my home defense gun is a vintage Colt Agent 38 Special snub nose revolver.
It's accurate and highly reliable with a very smooth double action trigger pull. Good for fast one hand point shooting at close range.
The problem with that idea, is that most new shooters will struggle with the heavy trigger, poor sights, relatively heavy recoil, etc.
Having less rounds doesn't magically make you a better shooter. That comes with spending time at the range. Like you Said, shot placement is what wins fights. Do you really expect someone brand new to firearms to be able to reliably run a 12+ pound trigger on a light weight J frame style gun? Not likely.
@@robertonavarro7713 I got 2 of those old skinny barrel Agents. really smooth trigger pulls on both. I can get hits at longer ranges with them. and I got a post '82 version. not quite as smooth but still nice.
@@mr.browning7.624Maybe, but it depends on the training they receive. In 1968 we all learned to shoot a revolver w/those heavy triggers even though some auto loaders were available.
@oldcop18 and I'm willing to bet a lot of trainees struggled with marksmanship at least in part because of those heavy triggers.
Honestly i cannot stop looking at this revolver... just looks like a piece of art. That Glock looks like one of those toy guns for your tv from the 90's consoles.
deadass, I love the beautiful steel and wood the revolver has, not to mention the manstopping .357 Mag. I would take that anyday over the recycled toys r us plastic and 9mm (nothing wrong with 9mm but i perfer bigger bullets and lower capacity)
Thank you for a great video. I switched from wheel guns to the Colt 1911 due to joining the USN. By the time I got out, they switched to the 9mm. After my discharge I went back to revolvers.
Great comment. Thanks TT.
I know right, guns are not supposed to be plastic what is this ?????
but sIr revolvers being most reliable guns have decreasing demand due to low bullet capacity gun companies must manufacture revolvers with 10 round capacity .I also own 32 long top break revolver comonly available in India
I prefer revolvers for 2 reasons. First, they don't leave brass behind like semi-autos do. Plus, I got hit in the face by brass coming out of the semi-auto more than once. Second, there is always gonna be a revolver that is more powerful than a semi-auto. Just name me any semi-auto pistol, and I'll name you a revolver that is more powerful than that pistol.
i prefer them as well, but there is one advantage to semi-auto, it's capacity.
but considering the state i live in, they limit capacity to 10 in California.
but they don't bother with revolvers at all, so it worked out for me.
I tried Glock's .380 one time the G42, but i didn't like how it felt, so i got a second revolver. i call it the Claire Redfield gun now a days, it reminds me of hers, but i believe hers was a lower Calibur.
If we are talking about a firearm you will ACTUALLY CARRY, literally any 10mm auto loader….
The biggest problem with revolvers guns is that they are not safe...and they are dangerous. Once you press the trigger, the matter is over...but with regular pistols you have to pull the pistol and then press the trigger...this is the big difference...and what do you say? What do you think?
@@Dr-Abdulla-Niaz That's what I like about revolvers. No racking of the slide, no loading of rounds into the magazine which can be quite difficult for some folks because of the spring in the magazine, no slide bite to think about, no failure to feed issues, no failure to eject issues. I can name several more reasons why I prefer a wheelgun over a semi-auto, but I hope you catch my drift. The only safety feature in a revolver is its long trigger pull in double-action mode. That's why you gotta be absolutely sure you're using the wheelgun for the right reason.
@@Dr-Abdulla-Niaz-- With a semi-auto, once you pull the trigger, the matter is over. Your objection makes no sense.
A quality revolver will go up in value, the glocks are all over and common.
Very true.
Underrated comment
Good report . I've been shooting something since I was either years old . Mostly revolvers then . Went into the military at eitlghteen and loved the .45 1911 . Enlisted in the early 60's. Later I joined my local police department and was issued a .38 S&W which I quickly replaced with a model 19 S&W .357 . Now that is a great weapon . Sometimes depending on how I felt I would carry a 1911 . We didn't have specific requirements back then . Like you I just love shooting many weapons . Later in life I worked for a tactical security company and bought my first Glock for a contract job . I much later have converted it into a rifle with a 16 inch barrel. My main carry now is a small Glock 26 with a two round extension. I have a few 33 round mags for my nines. I also have a Glock 30 which really isn't much bigger than the model 26 . That one is a .45 .
I enjoyed your presentation and will look forward to seeing more from you .
Thanks for the great comment John.
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I personally think the capacity of the semi auto is overstated. Most civilian shootings are resolved in 2-4 shots fired. And in cases where 6 or more are fired, most of the time shots 6+ are not needed and often legally questionable. So the capacity of a revolver is not really a disadvantage.
I also think that having 15-19 rounds available can encourage mag dumps over shot placement.
A well though out comparison between to two. I would also factor in gun laws as newer shooters in restrictive states may be more comfortable buying a revolver even if lower count magazines are available. Concealed carry may not be allowed or more difficult to obtain. A revolver would be a better choice under these circumstances. Thanks fort the video. Look forward to the next.
Just me but, I prefer my S&W .38 Police special... it's got retro charm. That and I admit to being not very mechanically inclined, and a revolver is pretty goof-proof. I use to own a .40 cal Glock 17, and while I did like it ( and sorry I sold it ) it did jam a few times at the range.
This may sound lazy; a revolver is easier to clean and maintain.
The Glock I had was quite a simple affair for a semi-auto, and I could dis-assemble, clean, then re-assemble relatively easy for an s-a. But still more of a pain then revolver care.
Keeping things simple leaves less room for error. Plus, if I cannot hit my target with 6 rounds, then having 11 more probably won't make a difference.
Great comment. Thanks NE.
If you used . 40 cal cartridges in a Glock 17 I bet it jammed 😉!!!
I got the Glock because people made it seem it was IMPOSSIBLE to jam but after it jamming multiple times at the range I don’t know what the hype is about, a little in accurate, boxy, sight is meh, and if you don’t point it perfect it jams very easy
My first handgun that I fired was a Glock 19. Later I went up to a 21. But when I came to buy for myself, I got a revolver. I just like them better.
Does it not bother u that it only has 6 shots
@@VKM_OB So what? Daniel Perry won a gun fight against a guy with an AK-47 using a revolver. What's your point?
@@The_Conspiracy_Analyst u right im just saying don't u feel un easy with only 6 shots knowing most likely u could be out gunned
@@VKM_OB You can get an eight shot and that's more than sufficient.
Good video. But one thing that is never brought up in Revolver/Pistol comparisons is that the magazine is an indispensable part of your Glock. Take very good care of your magazines!
Great point. Thanks.
A traditional DA .22 LR revolver with a 4" (+) barrel. Ammo is inexpensive, for more practice. low recoil, less chance of inducing a flinch, easier to diagnose and correct less than perfect stance, hold, trigger press, sight alignment. etc. Less muzzle blast, noise and flash, probably the bigger inducer of flinch than recoil. long double action trigger, master that and all other triggers are a breeze. Plus they are just darn fun. Take the time to learn, really learn, and master the fundamentals of shooting a handgun, then any handgun you pickup will be easier to get comfortable with.
Ya, I know I'm shouting in the dark. Most will still think they can buy ability with new stocks, better sights, special ammo... or by changing their grip, thumbs up/down/forward/crossed/etc. shuffling their feet this way or that. etc. etc. etc. Maybe new shooting glasses will do the trick. ;)
For a first glance, I think it depends more on the person combined with who is training them.
I started out with semi autos and trained hard for about two decades with them. I am more proficient with semi autos because of that.
I have seen people who grew up and trained hard with revolvers who I wouldn’t want to square up with!
My vote goes to semi autos because that is what I know, based on extensive training.
A person who has extensive training on revolvers is a deadly machine, do not doubt!
Good points.
Have cottage in bear country, my Ruger GP100 with heavy load 357 mag always accompanies to the cottage. It is a heavy revolver so it is comfortable to fire and powerful enough to drop what ever is is pointed at.
I enjoyed your video and I agree with you 100%. However, I am a revolver person. That being said , in your video you did not emphasize the fact in your Smith 357 revolver you can shoot everything from a light to heavy 38 special and the same for the 357 mag in the same gun. The most powerful 9mm and cannot begin to compete with the most powerful 357. Yes the Glock has more capacity but I am in the opinion that you should be able to get the job done in 6-7 shots. The fact is that most gun fights last about three shots. Yes, there are always some exceptions. I have a Ruger P95 9mm which I like and shoot well. I have a Smith Model 64 I believe, 38 special. When I load it with Bufalo Bore 38 special +p semi-wadcutter hollow point bullets, even though I have only six rounds I feel well protected. I have a Ruger GP100 six inch barrel in 357 I have the choice to load with all sorts of ammo. One thing you did not mention some semi-autos will not cycle different kinds of ammo in the same caliber causing a jam. Again, thank you for the non-biased and informative video.
Speaking for my wife, it has to be the glock 19. Simple, shoots good ammo perfectly. I really love mine. My wife on the the other hand cant pull the double action trigger back on a revolver. She is small and weak (lol), The glock is best for her (but the 9mm is a bit for her) but the smith and wesson EZ in .380 is perfect for her. Thanks for the video. As a long time USPSA shooter I have pretty much tried most guns quite a bit and inexperienced shooters do very well sticking a glock 19 in their hands. Every pull is the same.
They have the 8lb connector for all Glocks. Makes it heavier, but more like a single action... and also the NY1 and NY2 trigger springs that only increase the trigger pull to be more like a revolver (for safety). The NY1 will make it a long 8lb trigger pill (or 5.5lbs long with the 3.5lb connector)... and the NY2 increases it to 12lbs (which might be too much if you can't fire a revolver). I'm not against Glock triggers as they are, but these are good options for anyone wanting to increase safety. (forgive the rant).
Glock 42 would be perfect for her! pinky extensions for the magazine if her hands are a bit bigger
It’s a .380 sub compact i wish I could get one but living in California really sucks
Revolvers are best for a first gun. They operate much like the cap gun you had as a kid, and they rarely jam. Also, if it fails to fire, you can quickly move on to the next cylinder, whereas with a pistol, you have to clear it before your next shot. The round capacity is a bit lacking, but practice lets you place those rounds in critical places. You can also find revolvers that can hold more than the standard six shots, especially in lower calibers. Of course, pistols can offer a much greater capacity, and a second magazine can be dropped in easily, but reloading an empty magazine takes longer than dropping in six more rounds. I would recommend a revolver as an option for an older person, as well. It takes some hand strength to rack the pistols back, and arthritis or weak hands might not be able to pull the slide as well. In the end, it’s up to you what your choice is, whatever works best for what you need it for.
Shiiiiid, you ask me, they all shoot, im all good bro
I was a cop for 30 yrs, carried a revolver for the first 20 (we switched to the Glock 19 in the mid ‘80s) & the wheel gun saved my life more than once. In retirement I carry a J Frame but do drop an LCP into a pocket holster as my mode of dress dictates.
Thanks for being a cop. Hope you have a good day
Thx, I would NEVER suggest this as a career for anyone today, not worth the risk. It’s a shame b/c the quality of new hires is going south now. It’s something we’ll all pay for going forward.
I believe you're right on the money. However for every day carry I'd drop down to one of the the sub compact 10 shot 9s. :)
Yeah, there's a bunch of good micro 9's that hole 10-11rds now. They have 9rd mags for the G43 now too (that aren't as long as the ets 9rd mags). They're the same length as the +1 pinky extension.
What’s good for one is not good for another
Very true. Thanks for the comment Bradley.
Always preferred Wheelguns over Bottom Feeders, though I do own both. "S&W 686+ is pure unadulterated perfection"... so sayeth the Lord.
Fully agree with you I started with a smith and wesson model 15-3. Still have it but carry the G19 Gen4.
But still love shooting the revolver.
Revolver. Any day.
in my experience a first gun for someone to own is a long gun...
preferably a shotgun .410,20 gauge, if they are big a 12 gauge...
They can only protect you at home though and not everywhere. (There's no doubt that they're more effective and easier to shoot though).
I agree revolvers are beautiful and they definitely got a magnetic attractiveness but i would choose a glock anyday because of round capacity.
I mostly carry a p365 and in cooler weather I do carry my 19 or 23. I do on occasion carry my Colt 2 in King Cobra. Just my opinion, if you can learn to shoot a revolver well it will make you a better shot with every fire arm.
Great comment. Thanks Iceman.
The trigger pull of the new King Cobra is so smooth! Carries well too. I have plenty of good carry options but often find myself carrying it.
I shoot revolvers and pistols.
My first gun was a 357 magnum revolver. I had been influenced by a friend who frequently complained about his 1911 when he lost the only magazine he had for his gun.
I had been shooting my 357 for about 20 years when an uncle gifted me a 45acp pistol. I fell in love with the pistol.
When I introduced my first wife to handguns, she tried them all and selected a 380acp pistol.
My second wife selected a 38 special revolver.
My granddaughter selected a 45acp pistol and at a distance of 10-yards, shot a bullseye on her first shot.
Therefore, I am unable to recommend which should be the first gun. I think it is a personal choice of the potential shooter.
Great video! A revolver is the best for home defense. Loaded, there is no magazine spring to fail. You can keep a revolver loaded for decades, pick it up and fire it. For EDC the semiautomatic is lighter, flater and has greater fire power.
Great video, Ben!
Thanks Eger.
I just went into the Gun shop undecided which one to buy, Glock 45 or Colt python... I left with both 😃
Best first "gun" of any sort is a BB gun. My kids all started shooting a BB gun by age 3. Of course with my help, in the backyard, at "fun" targets. Our favorite targets were knock-off brand "Vanilla Wafer" cookies. I stood them on edge on a 2x4 I had cut a groove in to hold the cookies. They explode when hit by a BB gun, keep the kids interested, they are cheap, and the birds clean up the mess.
You need to be able to practice and train the kids at home...without planning a trip to a shooting range and the associated expense and time. When your child wants to shoot, you can be ready in less than 5 minutes and can shoot for as long as they want. If they want to quit after 10 minutes...that's OK too.
Best first *firearm* is a .22 single shot rifle, a small one like a "Cricket", or the "Chipmunk" I bought in the 80s for my sons to train with.
Best first handgun is a .22 revolver. I prefer double action revolvers. That said, for each of my three sons I bought them a Ruger Single Six. They are all adults now and still have those revolvers. I trained my wife with my S&W Model 34 "Kit Gun".
Best first *concealed carry handgun* is the one you can carry ANYWHERE. The "program compliance" gun. I call it my "Always be Armed" gun.
My current gun for that purpose is a S&W M&P Bodyguard .380 ACP. If you're going to be armed, you should ALWAYS be armed and if the gun you choose for EDC is too (big, heavy, hard to conceal) for ALL situations and gets left at home or in the car sometimes, then you need the "Always be Armed" gun. Get that one FIRST.
That's the gun that's in my swim trunks pocket at the beach when I am surf fishing and all I am wearing is my swim trunks. It's in my pocket when I go to the Doctor and they will tell me to take off my shirt, etc.
Nah man ima master the revolver, they look too damn clean and classy I’ll take the risk to trust my life on the revolver cause I feel like it’ll save my ass in the most critical situations.
Sister and i both have 686plus with 5" barrel. (I think it was a limited run??) It's a beautiful weapon. We both refuse to put rubber grips on them! Yes, it would be easier to shoot, but..
I carry the Glock 43x as my main and a Taurus 605 Poly Protector in .357 as a back up. Always be prepared. First comes the mace the knife then the draw down if have to. Hope never comes to this. Unpredictable world unpredictable times. Stay safe. Great video
my issue gun is a Glock 19 gen 5. it is on a duty belt with me all day. when I get home, it goes into the safe and a snub nose goes into my pocket. I have Colts( pre and post ' 72 versions) and S&W J frames, and short barrel K frames which some time get appendix carried. including my M19 2.5 inch barrel 357. never feel undergunned. triggers don't seem hard to pull to me. and I also have some concealed hammer bodyguard and centennials ( the older 38 special ones, they don't snag on pockets). and once in a while a N frame 44 special or 45ACP/Auto Rim ( both 4 inch barrels) come out. come into my house at night my S&W M327 8 shot moon clip loaded 357 mag might greet you.
Great video very informative
Revolver advantage
no 4. Fun , 2 point
You can play fun games that originated from . . Russia
2.04
1 Simplicity , 1 point
2 Reliability, 1 point
3 Trigger safety , 1 point
I have only one question.
Can it kill O'driscolls?
The reliability issue is a bit more complicated than it might appear. The issue is not reliability at the range where the auto pistol can do quite well as you say. The real issue is in close contact scuffles which are an extremely likely scenario for civilian self defense. In these situations the revolver is far less likely to suffer from proximity malfunctions or user induced malfunctions.
One issue on capacity is some states have limits. 6 Shot is allowable in all states.
You forgot caliber. Revolvers come I’m some big calibers.
For tactical purposes, pistol. For everyday use, revolver easily
1st gun should be a .22 LR both revolver and pistol. Why it's cheap both gun and ammo it will give you the confidence and no flinching....
As a first hand gun to me - revolver is far superior due to simplicity to operate, simplicity of maintenance and simplicity of construction. It is also way.heavier than a semi and that dampens the recoil effectively. I also have a choice to use 38sp or.357 whichever I need which I dont have a flexibility of in semiauto. I still wont use it for home defense because I`d rather use shotgun, I also dont need to carry, so to me range is main reason to buy a handgun (which is not that fun as clay of course, but just for variety of experiences)
If I`m going for the semi auto - I`m certainly not looking into G19, but rather G34 for obvious reasons. But generally speaking - the only thing for semi which makes sense is a cheap ammo, but you can go with sw929 and enjoy the cheap ammo with all the benefits of the revolver. There is literally nothing in semi auto which (to me specifically) can make it stand out
The revolver. It also leaves no shell casings. I have a Glock 45, when I get the money I’ll buy a nice compact snubnose to carry
I actually recommend the 8lb connector for Glock CCW. It increases the trigger to 8lbs, but it don't feel like 8lbs. It also makes a better trigger IMO. It's heavier (for safety), but decreases the length of the break a lot and which it more like a single action and makes it feel less than 8lbs. They have "NY trigger" spring which increases the trigger pull also, but they don't change the length of the break, so it's just a heavier pull the whole way through. I don't recommend that, but a lot of people do, because it makes the trigger pull more like a revolver. They also have the 12lb (NY2) trigger spring which is even heavier. (Many people mix the NY1 with a 3.5lb (or 3lb) connector to make a 5 to 5.5lb long, steady trigger pull).
Very interesting comment. Thank you DD.
Do you even need to ask? If you can acquire that revolver, go for it!
The Glock wins when considering startup expense when compared to top quality revolvers such as S&W and Colt. A person could step in with a Taurus though to lighten that initial sticker shock. Much depends on the person’s needs and budget. Glocks (or any other polymer striker fire pistol), especially in 9mm, are far easier to obtain ammunition for versus revolvers. However, if the intent is to purchase the gun, shoot it once, then stick it in a dresser drawer for that time that something goes bump in the night, the revolver is the better choice. I have both. The Glock is the better all-round, do just about anything handgun, giving it the edge, but it all comes down to personal preference. I enjoy shooting my revolvers more.
With a revolver it always goes bang when you pull the trigger. For a novice shooter this gives them more time to focus on safety, shooting skills, and such, rather than worrying about how to operate a semiautomatic pistol. My daily carry weapon is a revolver. Cheers!
How would the recoil compare between a pistol and a revolver assuming same weight and same caliber? Say the Beretta 92F vs some 1960s .38 revolver, would the revolver have much less recoil due to having no recirculating mass?
Actually, the opposite. With semi automatics, the slide moving back is absorbing some of that energy
You forgot to mention that semiauto mags can malfunction, AND a revolver is not ammo-sensitive. For example, any .38 Special round will fire from a .38 revolver as long as the round is not a dud and it has sufficient velocity to push the bullet all the way out of the barrel.
A semiauto MUST have a minimum operating pressure to function properly, and some of them don't work reliably with semiwadcutter bullets.
I own both types, but my first handgun was a Ruger Single Six, bought back in the 60's.
wait but what if you were is a shoot out with the revolver?
A good comparison, but I wouldn't recommend a semi-auto for someone as a first gun unless it was going to come with at least several hours of training on how to load, fire, and trouble-shoot (i.e., clearing jams) by a competent shooting instructor (not me; I have limited experience with semi-autos). It takes a lot less time for a gun newbie to learn the manual of arms of a revolver, and I could do the teaching.
Revolver, absolutely, always a revolver
My heart likes revolver and my mind likes pistol.
What gun was more expensive ??
The revolver.
The revolver by a long shot... but there are really good revolvers that are far less expensive. Just like semi-auto's, the prices can range from under $200 to a couple thousand (and the price doesn't always match the quality). Many inexpensive revolvers are really good while some of the more expensive one's aren't really any better.
The S&W 686-3 is twice the price. It's a bit of a collector's gun. There are much cheaper revolvers though. th-cam.com/video/go4orAm4rFA/w-d-xo.html
😩200$ gun fee in California on top of what the gun cost plus regular state tax . It gets expensive
@@PasadenaCalifornia gawd damn!!!!!
I like both
Tech Efficiency vs History craftsmanship
Damn, can $900 be justified for a standard revolver? Yeah, I know it's a s&w... but I just couldn't justify that much money. It's just not worth it when there are so many great options for half the price or even less.
Revolvers, especially older revolvers, can be pricey. It's all the metal!
@@GUNS-GDC Yeah. They are nice (esp the steel/stainless). Will last a lifetime or two. Actually wish I had a stainless revolver.
@@deucedeuce1572 theyve gone up a lot recently especially the older ones, for ex. a model 19-3 w/ 4 inch barrel used to run about 6-700, i see them go between 1000-1200 now its insane
@@ham5483 Damn. I always wanted an all steel, quality revolver. Guess I'll have to wait until I'm a millionaire though.
I paid 1200 for my 686 plus 3inch and don’t regret it. Its not only a gun its a work of art.
Excellent video
Thanks for the comment CM.
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The problem with the Glock pistols is they are single action. When you have a round chambered, you have the striker cocked back. You are depending on a safety to make that "safe". That's just the equivalent of carrying a 1911 cocked and locked with the safety engaged, is it not? Yes it is. And people think this is "A OK" for some reason. That is the big problem I have with this striker fired pistol scourge. We had a better system with DA/SA hammer fired pistols like the 92FS, S&W 5000/4000, Sig P220, which are all great to carry because you carry with a round chambered and the hammer down which is actually safe. Nothing cocked. And can deploy them in an instant and fire with no safety to disengage. With these striker pistols, it's been "oh it's safe bro just trust us" and the result is thousands and thousands of negligent discharges and injuries. Also don't get me started on plastic. It has a limited lifespan by definition. That all being said, if the choice is just these two, I would pick the revolver hands down!! I can carry a revolver ready to go and not worry one bit about safety. Pull it right out and it's ready for action. For the Glock you have to pick: carry it at the ready and take a risk of negligent discharge, or carry it with an empty chamber and it's not at the ready. Also a J-frame or something similar in .357 out of a 3" or even 2" barrel is going to vastly superior to 9mm para. Let's say both have a 3 inch barrel. Well the 9mm is going to be like 250 ft/lbs and the .357 is going to be 500ft/lbs. You have much better hollow point designs in the revolver cartridges also. The 9mm is limited into what designs will still feed. Also when you are firing out of a 3" barrel in the 9mm, most of the time the hollowpoints WON'T expand. A J-frame is smaller than all the glocks except for the tiny ones like a 26. Also the smaller an automatic pistol is while firing a more powerful cartridge, the more sensitive it's going to be and the more often it will jam! Well the small j-frames can fire magnum cartridges and don't have that problem.
Revolver any day all day
I’m a seasoned gun owner, I like revolvers!
The rule of three kinda illuminates the capacity issue with the revolver
The best gun is the one you are going to use. All the stats in the world won't help you in a safe. I am in love with revolvers. You might be in love with the Beretta 92.
Glock 19 or Glock 19x
Hard to beat a Glock.
Decocking is a major problem with revolvers - especially for beginners.
I’ll take a Springfield XD40 over a Glock. I’m also looking for a 5 shot 357 or 38 plus P wheel gun to carry.
IMO it all depends on how much time/shooting/training one wants to put into the firearm. If one commits to learning how to shoot and operate a pistol (a lot) than a pistol is the way to go.
If one wants to just have it in the house and not shoot it much, the revolver is the way to go.
And that’s about it in a nut shell…
You're making it seem like you can't practice with a revolver like you can with a pistol. Idk why people assume their house is gonna get invaded by ISIS and they'll need to whip out the tacti-cool gear. Most encounters last a few seconds.
@@starmorpheus no I’m not, it’s ease of use and ammo reliability with the revolver that I’m getting at. If you’re just going to store it and “very rarely” practice with it a revolver is the way to go. It’s a lot less likely to malfunction when time comes to use it. That’s what I was getting at.
If you’re willing to fry fire in the house then at least you’re putting in time with the weapon.
I prefer a revolver because even if it has lower capacity, it is more powerful and because of the weight it has less recoil and it can be more accurate with single action
This was supposed to be which is better for a beginner. Did you go on to say how the semi auto can get magazines that are 40 or 50 rounds. How is that? Better for a beginner? They’re just gonna fire faster and not really learn the basics of properly shooting.
Fire power goes to revolver. 357 magnum ballistically blows all other semi auto calibers out of the water except maybe 10mm.
Size goes to revolver. Smith and wesson 340pd weighs less than 12 oz and is chambered in 357 magnum. It can fit in your pocket.
As for attachments on handguns, the only practical one is a light. You can get lights on revolvers. You can even get rail mounts for revolvers.
The only thing semi autos do better is capacity and reloads.
Hate to burst your bubble, but 357 magnum performs about the same as 9mm in ballistic testing. Sure on paper 357 produces more energy but in actual tests they aren't that different. And with 357 you have substantially more recoil and blast as well as the reduced capacity associated with revolvers.
The whole size argument isn't the plus you think it is. There are plenty of very small semi autos as well but regardless semi auto or revolver, guns that size are horrible to shoot. Even more so in the instance of the 340pd. A gun that small and light is nearly uncontrollable in 357 especially for a beginner.
As for lights and optics, yeah ypu can get rails for revolvers, but not without some kind of odd mounting option or gun smiting work and defintely not on the small snub nose guns people are likely to carry.
Totally understand
Thanks for the comment RW.
In my experience the revolver is harder to shoot until you're more experienced
Much harder in my opinion.
Very true.
The revolver is the easier to shoot and the harder to shoot well..
Which gun is bigger? The revolver or the glock?
Revolvers are good for the first time gun owners that don't want to/can't be bothered to take the time to learn how to use a semiauto.
It's the Glock for me all day
Hard to beat!
Revolvers are safer and easy to use in panic moments
Revolver
I look at this like I look at pickup trucks. I won't buy a 4x4 because I don't live in an area where I'll ever need a 4x4 and I'm not going anywhere that I'll need one. I don't need a semiauto because I don't live in an area where it's dangerous and I'm not going anywhere that it's dangerous. If I do get in a situation where I need a gun my 6 shot revolver will get the job done. Now this is 2022, 2030 might be different.
The biggest problem with revolvers guns is that they are not safe...and they are dangerous. Once you press the trigger, the matter is over...but with regular pistols you have to pull the pistol and then press the trigger...this is the big difference...and what do you say? What do you think?
Tactical/combat scenario = Glock. Home Defense = revolver 100%
my love revolves around revolvers
Revolvers
But in a State that only allows you to have a magazine with no more than 10 rounds, a 5 or 6 round revolver is no less disadvantage.
This is a tough one...and I say this as someone who loves revolvers and likes glocks.
I got one of each
Revolver. Governor.
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Don't all the cops / FBI / Military people carry semi auto's as a sidearm? Think about that..
cleaning the gun for beginners is MUCH easier with a revolver, alot less parts.
Not everybody is going to get a gun and become a gun enthusiast. There’s a good number of people who will get one and hardly ever shoot or clean the weapon. For those people the revolver is better.
that revolver is hot 🔥
Okay, in regards revolvers, who's better: Colt, or S&W? Who is more user-friendly for a first time gun owner? And overall, which is more reliable?
Here in The Netherlands we can’t own a gun :(
Really you can’t do any type of license? In the most of the UE countries we can own a gun but it’s hard to get it.
S&W Revolver is just sexy!!!!!
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Which one holds 15+1? Which one can be shot under water? Which one is used by 60% of US law enforcement of all levels? Which one can take a 33 rd mag? Which one can take a 50rd drum? Which one can a combat light easily be attached? Which one can a red dot be attached fairly simple? Which one practically has parts at a gas stations? Which one can a suppressor be mounted easiest? Which one was not on the " Andy Griffith Show? Gaston Glock forever changed the pistol game. Nearly every manufacturer has copied the Glock in some way or the other. Only the Colt/Browning 1911 has had more influence than a Glock. Glock for the win again! Can't help the Army chose the Sig 9mm over Glock, Sig is #2 imo anyways.
Great comment. Thanks TMT.
I have a friend who is a forensic police officer and he said that he has never found a crime scene with a person with a revolver in their hand, but he has come across several bodies with a pistol in their hand without firing a single shot because the pistol failed.
I think it would have went to the revolver if u were to compare a snub nose like an LCR or j-frame airweight instead of that hunker 40 ounces? Jeez!! 😂.
Revolver always...