I carried a revolver for the first 20 years of my 30 year LEO career and used it to defend myself three times on the job. I’ve been retired since ‘97 and my EDC continues to be a J frame thirty-eight. Good video.
Thanks. I had one person show me how momentum is a real thing, even with the same energy a 45 acp has more momentum than a 9mm. I am sure the same thing plays out in a .38 special over a 380, and even sometimes in a 9x19.
@@GunSam What exactly you mean with "momentum"? Is it the heavier bullet with he 45? So you mean a 158-200gr .38 special has more momentum than a 124gr 9mm?
Gun Sam _Revolver Aficionado_ and cats are PRECISE! One slash and you will be hit. Dogs are stupid. Shooting all over the place with no accuracy whatsoever. Like stormtroopers.
I carry a Taurus .38 special snubby. I always know it’s loaded. It’s loaded with hollow point Defense rounds. It fits in all my purses. It’s stainless steel. I bought it in 2000.
I am a shorts, t-shirt, and no shoes kind of guy. But I can still carry my S&W 642 everywhere. My Glock 19 not so much. This is a much overlooked firearm in anyone's personal self defense. Good video. Thanks.
LEO for 33 years and have carried a Glock backed up by a 5 shot revolver for the last 31 of those years and I have no intention if changing. I like my Glocks large and my revolvers small.
I have carried a snubby since 1980. Had a back up model 36 and 66 to my model 10 as an LEO and now carry a Taurus 605 SS. Feel well armed with 5 .357 mags with or without HKS speedloaders. My favorite EDC.
Good video, in 14 days I will retire with 30 years on the job in Chicago, I have always had 2 wheel guns on me all these years a Smith & Wesson model 586 with a 4''' barrel and my snub nose Smith & Wesson model 64 a six shot back up. I have had to use my gun 4 times in going on 30 years. I'll sell one of my kids before, one of my guns.
Im a Glock fan boy, and would take that if I were going to war tomorrow, but carry my snub more often than not. The thing about the snub; I'm always armed with exception of when I'm in the shower. One thing I really like is the speed at which I can deploy, since I carry the snub appendix ,something I won't do with my G26. And yes; if you can master the snub, it will make you a better shot with everything else.
I own a S&W moel 442..it is the perfect ccw for me..very quick to deploy," no slide to rack".I feel it is safe with the heavy DOA only trigger pull... never a mechanical malfunction..small enough to carry in your pocket..
Back when cops carried revolvers, they had to learn shot placement to make sure those first five or six rounds would count without having to reload. These days it's not unusual to hear of police shooting where 20 or 30 or more rounds were fired, and a few even hit the intended target...
I have heard of several instances of cops using the spray-and-pray method of returning fire and hitting persons other than the perp. That incident in Louisville where the woman was shot in her apartment is a good example--the perp fired one round, the cops replied with a couple dozen rapid shots, and the perp wasn't even hit, but the woman, who was unarmed, was killed. That is piss-poor training. Cops should be taught when returning fire to fire one or two shots, then STOP FIRING and look to see what effect their shots have had. In many cases either the perp is down, or is running away. How many people have been unnecessarily killed by cops going full-Rambo?
@@gregb6469 Well, training equals time, which equals money. Agencies do not want to pay for Cops shooting all day, instead of patrolling. You would think they would since a lawsuit probably costs a city or county much more.
Matthew Robinson No more semi-autos for me either, especially not Glock. Glock is becoming like Colt, they don't listen to their customers. I much prefer my snubbie.
Love my S&W 642 air weight .38+P I carry it here, I carry it there , I carry it everywhere 😁 My main gun is my Glock 19 or my 26 but I always take my snub with me as a back up. Thanks for the video, a lot of folks just don’t know how beneficial these light snubs are.
It fits in a pocket very easily and you can shoot it from inside the pocket. No empty cartridges on the ground after you shoot it too. They don't need magazines and if there's a malfunction, all you have to do is pull the trigger again.
It was not a .38 Special, however, my Charter Arms .44 Special snub was a good revolver for me. Mine was in stainless steel, not the blue "Son of Sam signature model." This was back in the time that Charter was making quality guns.
I hear that Charter still makes good guns. I have heard that it was only during a certain time when they called themselves "Charter 2000" that the guns were bad. I think this was sometime before and after the year 2000. I hear that current production is great, and I have often thought about trying a Bulldog myself. I am not a fan of guns with transfer bars, but Charter is the company that invented them so maybe theirs are better than Taurus transfer bars.
Sam, the Bulldog I had was great. Very well made and a joy to shoot. I used Winchester Silvertips. I think this was back in the 80's. I first started with Charter with a .38 snub, I think it was the "Undercover." The trigger pull was very smooth. Both of these were reliable and well made. I sold them, later, after Charter had changed hands I bought another Undercover, and it had problems, obviously, they were having quality control problems. I hope they are good guns now. I really believe in the Bulldog philosophy. I would be interested to know how yours works out for you if you do purchase the Bulldog.
I may or may not get a Bulldog at some point. Lately I been a S&W man all the way, but I wouldn't mind a .44! I even think that I did save some .44 special brass from the days when I used to have a .44 magnum revolver. I have about 1,000 .44 mag brass, I wonder how hard it would be to trim those down to .44 special length?
I got my CC permit back in 2014. My first and main carry gun is my Ruger LCR. I've been carrying my 3" S&W 686 Plus more and more but my LCR is always my faithful companion in the end.
I've been carrying 3-37 airwaite titanium for 20 years, and just got a model 60 - 3inch .It's like the gun I've always been looking for. Perfect plenty of. 357 punch!
Owned for years a S&W 15-3 snubby, Colt 2nd gen Detective Special (mid 60's). Just purchased a Kimber K6S and WOW...smoothest revolver ever and can shoot .357 when I want to. BTW also own a S&W Performance Center 625-11, a 6 shot scandium frame 45 colt snubby, to me the most awesome snubby ever. I like the subbies because I know I can count on them (hope to never have to!).
Couldnt agree more. Besides the whole riot situation we had a year ago, 5 shots of well placed 38 special is going to solve 99% of everyday muggings and carjackings.
Also, now that I'm an old geezer and the floor is much father away than it was when I was young, it's much easier to police my brass than with a semi-auto. This is a big advantage to me and my back, knees and hips!!! -tom
Still carry a revolver mist of the time. Best ever , Colt hammer shrouded late model Agent. Reasons. Light, reliable, accurate. Can be fired through a jacket pocket. Is as accurate as a standard 4 inch barrel revolver er. 6 shots. Best size to weight power ratio. Can fire 158 lhp at around 825 fps . Second choice cci gold dot 135 hits around 900 fps. Contrary to the tactical crap you hear everyday, most gunfight are at 21 feet or less, and over in 2-3 shots. The 2 inch 38 can be deployed in tight , confined spaces. Need more than 6 shots? Carry a second revolver . Last reason. Self contained not subject to mag bans and availability. Everything you need in one compact package
@@DS..69 I have never heard that saying before. Even being a southern man..... I like it !! So I guess some days , I do a Georgia & occasionally a Florida reload. Wasn't a boy scout but try to be prepared. ;)
Great video. I carry a S&W Model 36 and Ruger SP101 on a regular EDC. I recently bought a new S&W Model 442 Pro Series as a summertime, toss in a pocket holster EDC carry
Thanks! I noticed that the S&W alloy snubbies have just that amount of sleekness and weight to easily pocket carry. An SP101 is a great gun, but it needs a belt for sure to carry.
The J Frame has been around for 65+ years for good reason. So reliable n concealable.... The Joe Friday Dragnet Classic .... I’m never without it as my conceal carry ....the SW 638 is my choice
I love my Royal Blue Colt Python .357 bought in '92 back when they were hand crafted, but I also love my Ruger LCR 5 shot .38 Special snubbie. It only weighs 13.5 ounces, real nice DA only trigger.
revolvers have been around for 170 years. Why? Because they work. Nowadays, a hammerless snubby is among the most reliable, simple, concealable weapons out there. Would I go into combat with it? No. But do I feel better when I have it on me going to the grocery store? You bet.
Awesome video. I really like your channel. I discovered you while watching a video from Paul Harrell. He mentions you in it. I'm REALLY glad to see someone who loves revolvers and has as much knowledge of them as you do. I'm basically a newbie. I'm looking to get a little 38 snub nose. I look forward to watching more of your videos. Keep up the good work!
I know some people who have answered the knock on their front door and they had their weapon on their body and when they open the door, they are shot point blank. If someone knocks on my door, I look through the peep hole first, if I don't know the individual, I do not open the door nor do I ask "Who is it"! I keep quiet and play the waiting game. If they try the door handle or attempt to break the door down, I wait til they have breached the door and then I waste the idiot. By opening the front door you are exposing your chest area to the individuals firearm and your chances of getting to your weapon is slim to none. Revolvers are my choice for personal weapons for home defense.
I recently got a 442 and yesterday used it for 50 rounds at a class. It seem to shoot great for me. Oil in the trigger was a huge improvement when new on first firing. 38 and +p fine for me and I'm old and my wrist has a slight soreness from those 50 rounds yesterday. My other gun is to big to carry these days.
I like my revolvers so much I sold all my pistols except one micro pistol for those swim trunks days. The j frame is a great advancement in the technology. The Ruger LCRX in 22 magnum is a great lightweight tool with very low recoil.
I went the gun store awhile back with intentions on buying a 642 but saw they had a 642 PC with no lock and talked em down to take $20.00 off it was a no brainer. The trigger is buttery smooth. It was the last one in the display case. Man I carry that every chance I can it’s so comfortable in a Don Hume IWB holster. Pocket holster is ok, but on the hip it’s very comfy. Good vid.
I see standard no-lock 642's sometimes, I know that the 642 is one of the few current production S&W revolvers that can be found in a no-lock. I wish the current 637 could be found in a no-lock.
I removed the lock from mine. Easily done. Some say the keyhole itself makes the gun ugly and is reason enough not to get one, but IDGAF about what it looks like... after 10+ years of carrying it pretty much every day it looks like hell anyway lol
As for squib loads, an even better plan is realizing that if you DO have a squib load when you are trying to save your life, just pull the trigger again. It will most likely push both bullets out the barrel and 99% of well made revolvers can survive a few of those. Instant malfunction clearing is just pulling the trigger.
I’m 65 yrs old I just got a charter arms 38 undercover lite it’s a stubby and I love it it’s has no recoil maybe just a hair but I don’t feel it. I had a LCP I liked it for being little but as my arthritis is getting bad in my hands I can’t rack the slide no more and so I got the C Arms and love it I can put in my waistband and go
Even I can't rack the LCP well, it's tiny slide is hard to hold. I have RA but haven't got any hand issues yet as i'm only 40, but maybe some day I will have issues.
I've only carried my G19, & occasionally G26 for several years primarily concealed. Never had an issue with a revolver especially 357 mag, but with the improvement of amazing defensive ammo for 9mm, the ease & cost of shooting, reliability of platforms like Glock, & generally two to three times the capacity as well as quicker reloads makes a compact or even a sub compact 9mm really stand out as the go-to for daily carry. With that said I love revolvers especially a 357 mag so when I got a great deal on a barely used Ruger SP101 in 357 w/ a 2.25" inch barrel I jumped on it. I grabbed a Clipdraw clip, & some quickstrips & pouch for reloads & love carrying the snubby appendix. While I am sure 5 rounds will be enough I was second guessing my decision tonight when a couple thugs were acting a little weird in the store tonight, but I think it is largely going from carrying nearly 30 rounds of 9mm vs 17 357 (2 reloads & +2). That feeling will take some getting used to, & I will likely carry my Glock if we get back to scum rioting, or if I am heading to rough parts of town. I do really enjoy having that Clipdraw on my stainless revolver though as I can simply carry it appendix with the clip on my pistol belt, & when I hop in my truck or Jeep I can easily reposition it for a cross draw which is much handier in a vehicle. While I love my Crossbreed Supertuck holster the freedom of not needing a holster is nice.
I agree and you're addressing the "peaceful protests" and those random "pop ups" trying to get through an intersection or some craziness inside a store You want to be ready ( purchased another Mossy 1- home/ 1- away insurance) I think what I like about having a 2-inch snubby 357 is that maybe the only time I wouldn't be able to defend myself would be in the shower It's go time 24/7 you don't have to worry or think is one of the chamber charge it It's just go time I know it doesn't have the count my Glocks have and I love my G19 and G26 but with all the b******* that went down last year and with the "indigenous shoppers" the police stand downs and this overwhelming socialist wave whether I'm getting my mail or out in the trenches I'm going to have a say who wants to f*** my day up! 👍🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
I'm 52 yrs old and enjoyed the privilege of owning a Taurus 38spl snubbie, a CZ75 and a 45 M1911 over a period of 30 years. I have also used at least another 8 different firearms owned by friends and the only one I truly miss is the revolver. By far the easiest to carry, the most trouble free, the lowest "maintenance" and the quickest to get into action in a emergency. FACTS. Especially at 3am in the morning when you're shaken awake for an emergency. Every handgun has pros & cons - EVERY one - and the key issue to consider is what you are buying it for. For close range personal defence the snubbie revolver (38 / 357 / 44) is the one you should always have.........
Another reason to CCI a LCR vs LCP is that when the time comes to to use it, the person who wants to hurt you will be more intimidated by looking at the LCR than by looking at the LCP.
~I have my Grandfather's old Colt Cobra (from the 30s) snub nose in .32 S&W and my Colt Detective (from the 60s) snub nose in .38 Special. Both revolvers served my Grandfather and me very well. I do not shoot either of them anymore because they are Family Keepsakes and I am in charge if their care and maintenance.
Been carrying my 642 for several years now , in a DeSantis pocket holster this gun is fast to draw and I forget I even have it on me . Thinking of buying a second one and carrying two ! Second gun is the fastest reload! 😁 Love watching your videos again and again, seems I always catch something I missed previous .
I really like snubbies and have several. My go-to carry is a relatively inexpensive Taurus Total Titanium .38. All-in-all, accuracy, lightweight, trigger pull, shooting comfort, and ease of carry among others, this gun beats my much more expensive S&Ws. Also, I have an older inexpensive stainless Rossi .38 snubbie. If it's raining, dusty, sandy, muddy, any situation where I wouldn't want to take out my better guns, I grab the Rossi. Bulletproof.
I normally carry a 1911 .45acp in a Kramer holster. Even if you are sitting down, the weight of the pistol and two spare magazines will prevent you from forgetting it's there. Recently, I carried my wife's Taurus 605 and actually forgot that it was there.
Great to come across this oldie but goodie. Imagine if S&W revolvers were still close to $800? Most of my collection sells for twice that even used. Excellent investments indeed.
Yeah I had a friend buy one of those .460 S&W Magnums for like $1,100 back in about 2016. He ended up getting something like $1,500 from a gun store he sold it to a couple years ago.
After watching your video where you tried shooting both a revolver and a semi-auto up close to a person to simulate trying to fire if the person had you against the wall or pinned on the ground I decided to seek out a snubnose for my own protection. I have a revolver with a 4 inch barrel but would like to have that shorter gun on me as a backup and also for cases like your video illustrated the need for.
Sexy Sam.... I agree with you 100 % . Keep on making videos no matter what TH-cam does. I like your input on things in general. Keep on keeping on. I like the fact you learned old school way.
The first handgun I ever fired was a revolver in about 1994 that a friend's dad had, seemed easy to shoot. Many years later I shot some semi-auto's with a friend and soon figured out that they didn't point well for me, the tops just looked like a block, and I decided back then a revolver would be better. Skip ahead a few more years and when I went to buy my first handgun, it made sense to me to go for a revolver.
Going on 25 years at a medium sized SO; carry a Glock 19 backed up by a model 42 all steel snubbed nosed .38. They are handy! I carry two Snubbies off duty...one appendix (.357) and one on an ankle (.38)....great guns when traveling by car.
Great video tip's 👍👍! The Movie was "Eraser". With the snub nose Arnold gave Vanessa Williams 😊. Oh Yeah there's One Snub nose Now, cost $1,400 dollars, 357 or 38 Rounds shoots "8" Rounds,. ??? Not Sure if it's Rugar, Smith and Wesson or Tarus though!
The 2 inch 38 revolver, preferentially a Colt d frame, is the best compromise of size , weight and power. I have carried a hammer shrouded 80s vintage or a steel frame Colt Detective Special for years. With either BuffaloStandard or plus p 158 you have fight stopping power. The Agent usually rises in a pocket holster. If I really feel the need for more rounds , I will carry a second revolver. I can shoot the little Colts as well or better than most can shoot a medium frame 4 inch revolver. Most have been fed a bunch of crap about “ tactical “ firepower, which for personal defense is pretty much bullshit . You need more rounds if you miss a lot. There is a reason aColt is getting back in the da revolver market . They see the future. Civilians are going to be Magazine restricted, Glock owns the hicap polymer police market. Colt will go for the impossible to restrict da revolver, and the 1911 semiauto market, with a couple of 380 6 shot pocket pistols. I predict the return of the Diamondbacks and Anacondas but with variations of the new Python lock work.
I have a Smith and wesson 442 as a backup/truck gun for backup, or if I get in a hurry and leave the house without my Glock 19 on my side. Finally. Seems like I get in a pinch financially. The revolvers I've owned are the ones I sale and have to go get another after I get straightened out. I always get something different. Used and a good deal though. A pawn shop near my house is good for that. Thanks for the video.
I might sell a J-frame if I had to, but I could do the same with my Glock. One I refuse to sell would be my 686 4". Just too much goodness there to ever part with.
We own two J's and a Taurus UL85. I love ours for a light carry and a backup. If you can hit a penny at 15 ft then you can do a one shot stop, even with a round nose on a dangerous animal.
I have 3 .38 Snubbies & a .357 snub ! .. my daily carry is a Smith 342 airlite Ti (aluminum alloy frame titanium cylinder). 11oz unloaded!!!!.. stock except I painted the front sight bright orange and installed hogue monogrips... Cover the back strap Cushing my hand and gets all my fingers on the grip I still have no problem carrying this in my right front pocket and they DeSantis Nemesis pocket holster and I can hit out to 50 ft with it
I picked up my little 38 used. I think it was actually south of $300, although I've long since lost the receipt. I was disappointed with my ability to shoot it at first. BUT it had something my G30 didn't have. I could just stick it in a pocket and go someplace where I didn't want to lug a 35oz (or whatever it was) gun that needed some extra clothing to conceal. I called it my "traveling light" gun because I didn't even bother with spare ammunition. Just had the five rounds. It did have some minor issues with the cylinder snagging. I learned a lot about J-Frames diagnosing and fixing that problem. It turned out the extractor rod was messed up. Got a replacement from Brownells and that fixed it. An Apex trigger spring kit made it easier to shoot. Kramer pocket holster hides it very well without it shifting about. If I was smart, I would have stopped looking for other carry guns.
Agreed! Hard to beat a good .38 spl. I need to buy one of the S&W airweights for pocket carry. My no snag, but slightly heavy, Colt DS with hammer shroud is pretty good but lighter would be better
I'm in South Florida so the climate dictates my EDC I look foward to every year when I can wear a light swetter of hoodie (3 months max) and carry my Tarus .357 snubby. Then when it get's to warm back to a T-shirt and the semi-auto compact.
The one I purchased was immaculate in construction ,function,and groups were as good as my real Colt .38 Detective Special Gen.4 ,I purchased in 1974 New.{I once purchased a brand new 1975 Chevy Monte Carlo and on the way home the drive shaft and Transmission fell out on the ground] sorry I digress.I put a Pachmeyer grip on my RIA .38 and it even looks a good as my Colt .38.the machining had not one blemish,the only minus on this handgun was the horrible wooden handle and the purchase it has when you grip the firearm.The RIA .38 locked up really well, the firing pin was dead nuts centered on every casing of the first 150 rounds. The cylinder gap was as good as my Colt .38 which lines up and locks up like a tank hatch,so I would suggest your info could be directing a lot of People the wrong direction on this fine priced and one hellava deal on the price and value. I have searched high and low for a dependable .38 revolver because I could no longer carry my Colt .38 on my hip because of its value,I have been offered $1,100 plus I would not want it in a Police station evidence box God forbid I would ever have to defend myself and loved ones with it .I now carry the RIA .38 Special every day without a concern in any area. i would also recommend a Colt Python holster to carry the RIA snubby .38 .fits like a charm ,secure and comes out as smooth as a Baby's butt..
Our carry choices in California are very limited by the roster (yes, average people can and do get carry permits). Micro pistols are limited so your best bet is a snub is. My main carry gun is the LCR in .38. Smooth tigger and accurate. That being said, even if it’s user friendly, it’s probably the worst gun for a first time shooter. I can put down 100+ rounds through my Glock/Beretta/Shield easy. No problems. 50 rounds through the LCR and the next day I’m feeling it at the base of my palm, thumb side.
I'll be in some parts of Chgo and i usually carry a 640 on my hip and the 442 in my pocket. Couple of speed loaders and a speed strip. I just really like and have always carried revolvers.
I've carried a snub nose .38 chiefs special from s&w for years. A few years ago I switched to a Ruger LCRX due to weight and close to the size of the Chief Special. Blued steel walnut grip Smiths of an older generation have gone through the roof with price. Ruger LCRX is awesome! 👍. Good list for those seeking what we already know.
When I get my first Lazer gun ,I’m still gonna back up carry my snub .38+p air weight 642 😍 , cause you just know them new Lazer guns in 40 watt plasma range gonna have jam issues ! 😁
You can shoot gun next to your chest, no slide kick. You can shoot it from your pocket repetly. Like .38/.357 you have "two" guns. You can have easily differend loads and it still work well.
One might also point out it's closer to 4 guns as .38 Long Colt and .38 Short Colt (modern loadings) can also be fired from it. So this also makes it capable of having recoil similar to a .22 LR with the Short Colt, which for some people is all they can handle. Saves money VS buying a whole new .22.
I wouldn't mind having a revolver, although I doubt it would supplant my 14-round compact .380 Auto as my go-to carry piece. My first choice of a revolver would be a snubbie chambered in .327 Federal Magnum; unfortunately, there are few choices in this caliber.
@@GunSam I saw your video on the LCR .327. I'd prefer something of all metal construction and an exposed hammer. I realize the .327 Fed. Mag. is relatively recent, but I assume few revolvers are being made to fire it, because few people are interested in shooting it. A shame given it appears to perform well with some 40% less recoil than a comparable .357 Magnum.
When it comes to compact handguns...I want steel and the extra weight that comes with it. Plastic is fine for larger guns but this lightweight trend in compacts does not appeal to me. I love revolvers over semiautos in compact form and all steel please! Thanks for a great video and opinion.
I definitely prefer steel when I am firing a gun. Alloy is nice for carry though. The steel revolvers do carry their extra weight in a compact way that leans against your body to make it feel lighter than it really is.
I carried a revolver for the first 20 years of my 30 year LEO career and used it to defend myself three times on the job. I’ve been retired since ‘97 and my EDC continues to be a J frame thirty-eight. Good video.
Thanks. I had one person show me how momentum is a real thing, even with the same energy a 45 acp has more momentum than a 9mm. I am sure the same thing plays out in a .38 special over a 380, and even sometimes in a 9x19.
@@GunSam What exactly you mean with "momentum"? Is it the heavier bullet with he 45? So you mean a 158-200gr .38 special has more momentum than a 124gr 9mm?
@@Gieszkanne momentum as in kinetic energy............. bullet weight times velocity
@@mikey3800 weight ? I don't think so. To calculate impact parameters I think you need to use inertial or rest mass.
Kill anyone with it yet?
I'm with you here. A snubby is like having a favorite pet, that doesn't crap in the yard, and you don't have to feed it as much.
True. May daughter's cat is less effective on multiple attackers than my old dog, but I never worry about that cat messing up my house and life.
I got cats that growl at strange noises near the house. Watch cats.😺
Gun Sam _Revolver Aficionado_ and cats are PRECISE! One slash and you will be hit. Dogs are stupid. Shooting all over the place with no accuracy whatsoever. Like stormtroopers.
Fun Fact Happiness Is A Warm Gun by John lennon.
@@factorylad5071 Also an album "Revolver"........
I carry a Taurus .38 special snubby. I always know it’s loaded. It’s loaded with hollow point Defense rounds. It fits in all my purses. It’s stainless steel. I bought it in 2000.
Me too. Taurus 817.
Great choice!
Glad to know you carry for defense Ma’am. You’re well armed.
Why don't you try aluminium instead of hollow point I? I believe it has a better knockdown
@@factorylad5071
I may do that. After I use up the defence rounds. . .
I am a shorts, t-shirt, and no shoes kind of guy. But I can still carry my S&W 642 everywhere. My Glock 19 not so much. This is a much overlooked firearm in anyone's personal self defense. Good video. Thanks.
LEO for 33 years and have carried a Glock backed up by a 5 shot revolver for the last 31 of those years and I have no intention if changing. I like my Glocks large and my revolvers small.
I love the G17 but anything smaller I prefer a 38 snubby
THATS WHAT SHE SAID
That makes sense to me.
I have carried a snubby since 1980. Had a back up model 36 and 66 to my model 10 as an LEO and now carry a Taurus 605 SS. Feel well armed with 5 .357 mags with or without HKS speedloaders. My favorite EDC.
I carry the 605 as well with Corbon 357 125gr, as a (bug) in SS
Good video, in 14 days I will retire with 30 years on the job in Chicago, I have always had 2 wheel guns on me all these years a Smith & Wesson model 586 with a 4''' barrel and my snub nose Smith & Wesson model 64 a six shot back up. I have had to use my gun 4 times in going on 30 years. I'll sell one of my kids before, one of my guns.
John Allan thank you for your service as a leo
John Allan Thank you for your service. You guys put up with more than I can imagine. I hope you enjoy retirement 👍
Enjoy retirement. You earned it.
Retired in ‘97 in a medium city and survived three on-duty shootings, all w/my issued .38 and still carry a small revolver.
Congratulations on your retirement! You might know my old Chicago cop buddy, Steve W. Retired a couple of years ago.
my EDC is a Ruger LCR .38 Special. Love it!
How do you like it so far I really want to get one
Im a Glock fan boy, and would take that if I were going to war tomorrow, but carry my snub more often than not. The thing about the snub; I'm always armed with exception of when I'm in the shower. One thing I really like is the speed at which I can deploy, since I carry the snub appendix ,something I won't do with my G26. And yes; if you can master the snub, it will make you a better shot with everything else.
The snubnose revolver is easily the best gun overall.
Getting myself an sp101 in 357 and a SW bodyguard in 38
Down the road a GP100
I own a S&W moel 442..it is the perfect ccw for me..very quick to deploy," no slide to rack".I feel it is safe with the heavy DOA only trigger pull... never a mechanical malfunction..small enough to carry in your pocket..
Back when cops carried revolvers, they had to learn shot placement to make sure those first five or six rounds would count without having to reload. These days it's not unusual to hear of police shooting where 20 or 30 or more rounds were fired, and a few even hit the intended target...
It's rare situations where a revolver would not be enough, but unfortunately the CCW community is fixated on those rare instances.
Speed is fine....but Accuracy is final
@@GunSam Its a case where you have to recognize the limitation of the snubby and plan tactics accordingly
I have heard of several instances of cops using the spray-and-pray method of returning fire and hitting persons other than the perp. That incident in Louisville where the woman was shot in her apartment is a good example--the perp fired one round, the cops replied with a couple dozen rapid shots, and the perp wasn't even hit, but the woman, who was unarmed, was killed. That is piss-poor training. Cops should be taught when returning fire to fire one or two shots, then STOP FIRING and look to see what effect their shots have had. In many cases either the perp is down, or is running away. How many people have been unnecessarily killed by cops going full-Rambo?
@@gregb6469 Well, training equals time, which equals money. Agencies do not want to pay for Cops shooting all day, instead of patrolling. You would think they would since a lawsuit probably costs a city or county much more.
In June 2014 I bought my first snub nose revolver for summer carry only. I haven't gone back to carrying a semi-auto since.
Matthew Robinson
No more semi-autos for me either, especially not Glock. Glock is becoming like Colt, they don't listen to their customers. I much prefer my snubbie.
Love my Taurus 856 UL. My Glocks are awesome but I carry the snubbie.
Love my S&W 642 air weight .38+P
I carry it here, I carry it there , I carry it everywhere 😁
My main gun is my Glock 19 or my 26 but I always take my snub with me as a back up.
Thanks for the video, a lot of folks just don’t know how beneficial these light snubs are.
It fits in a pocket very easily and you can shoot it from inside the pocket. No empty cartridges on the ground after you shoot it too. They don't need magazines and if there's a malfunction, all you have to do is pull the trigger again.
You are far from helpless when you are armed with a quality snub nose revolver.
I always liked the ones I had.
It was not a .38 Special, however, my Charter Arms .44 Special snub was a good revolver for me. Mine was in stainless steel, not the blue "Son of Sam signature model." This was back in the time that Charter was making quality guns.
I hear that Charter still makes good guns. I have heard that it was only during a certain time when they called themselves "Charter 2000" that the guns were bad. I think this was sometime before and after the year 2000. I hear that current production is great, and I have often thought about trying a Bulldog myself. I am not a fan of guns with transfer bars, but Charter is the company that invented them so maybe theirs are better than Taurus transfer bars.
Sam, the Bulldog I had was great. Very well made and a joy to shoot. I used Winchester Silvertips. I think this was back in the 80's. I first started with Charter with a .38 snub, I think it was the "Undercover." The trigger pull was very smooth. Both of these were reliable and well made.
I sold them, later, after Charter had changed hands I bought another Undercover, and it had problems, obviously, they were having quality control problems.
I hope they are good guns now. I really believe in the Bulldog philosophy. I would be interested to know how yours works out for you if you do purchase the Bulldog.
I may or may not get a Bulldog at some point. Lately I been a S&W man all the way, but I wouldn't mind a .44! I even think that I did save some .44 special brass from the days when I used to have a .44 magnum revolver. I have about 1,000 .44 mag brass, I wonder how hard it would be to trim those down to .44 special length?
I broke down and bought me the 2017 colt cobra. Favorite snub nose I've owned
There's not enough steel snubby .38's anymore. I wouldn't mind having one myself.
I love my colt cobra talo edition
I got my CC permit back in 2014. My first and main carry gun is my Ruger LCR. I've been carrying my 3" S&W 686 Plus more and more but my LCR is always my faithful companion in the end.
I've been carrying 3-37 airwaite titanium for 20 years, and just got a model 60 - 3inch .It's like the gun I've always been looking for. Perfect plenty of. 357 punch!
Owned for years a S&W 15-3 snubby, Colt 2nd gen Detective Special (mid 60's). Just purchased a Kimber K6S and WOW...smoothest revolver ever and can shoot .357 when I want to. BTW also own a S&W Performance Center 625-11, a 6 shot scandium frame 45 colt snubby, to me the most awesome snubby ever. I like the subbies because I know I can count on them (hope to never have to!).
For ordinary everyday people who just go about their lives doing mundane things a little revolver is usually sufficient.
Couldnt agree more. Besides the whole riot situation we had a year ago, 5 shots of well placed 38 special is going to solve 99% of everyday muggings and carjackings.
My latest purchase was a S&W Model 442 Snub nose, 5 shot .38 Special +P. In my regular EDC rotation with my full size Berettas and Colt 1911 5 inch.
Also, now that I'm an old geezer and the floor is much father away than it was when I was young, it's much easier to police my brass than with a semi-auto. This is a big advantage to me and my back, knees and hips!!! -tom
Me and my 50 yr old co-worker just had a conversation about that. The older you get, the more you avoid reaching the floor lol.
I've never had a stovepipe with a revolver
@@jc_montero I never had a cylinder frozen with a revolver
Yeah, guns are mechanical, so they can fail!
Still carry a revolver mist of the time. Best ever , Colt hammer shrouded late model Agent. Reasons. Light, reliable, accurate. Can be fired through a jacket pocket. Is as accurate as a standard 4 inch barrel revolver er. 6 shots. Best size to weight power ratio. Can fire 158 lhp at around 825 fps . Second choice cci gold dot 135 hits around 900 fps. Contrary to the tactical crap you hear everyday, most gunfight are at 21 feet or less, and over in 2-3 shots. The 2 inch 38 can be deployed in tight , confined spaces. Need more than 6 shots? Carry a second revolver . Last reason. Self contained not subject to mag bans and availability. Everything you need in one compact package
@@Desperado3248 Ah, a second revolver. AkA, The New York Reload.
@@DS..69 I have never heard that saying before. Even being a southern man..... I like it !!
So I guess some days , I do a
Georgia & occasionally a Florida reload.
Wasn't a boy scout but try to be prepared. ;)
Great video. I carry a S&W Model 36 and Ruger SP101 on a regular EDC. I recently bought a new S&W Model 442 Pro Series as a summertime, toss in a pocket holster EDC carry
Thanks! I noticed that the S&W alloy snubbies have just that amount of sleekness and weight to easily pocket carry. An SP101 is a great gun, but it needs a belt for sure to carry.
Have multiple revolvers, love them. Actually have 2 model 60s, 2" and a 3" with adjustable rear sight. Great concealability and very safe.
The J Frame has been around for 65+ years for good reason. So reliable n concealable....
The Joe Friday Dragnet Classic .... I’m never without it as my conceal carry ....the SW 638 is my choice
I really like my 638. My Dad bought it for me a few years ago. Great little gun.
Yeah I carry a model 36 because that's what all the detectives on law and order carried in the early 90s
I love my Royal Blue Colt Python .357 bought in '92 back when they were hand crafted, but I also love my Ruger LCR 5 shot .38 Special snubbie. It only weighs 13.5 ounces, real nice DA only trigger.
revolvers have been around for 170 years. Why? Because they work. Nowadays, a hammerless snubby is among the most reliable, simple, concealable weapons out there. Would I go into combat with it? No. But do I feel better when I have it on me going to the grocery store? You bet.
Back in the day I carried a Taurus 85 ported snubbie as a emergency backup. My primary was a Ballester. Molina 1911 & the chief backup a Ruger GP-100.
Awesome video. I really like your channel. I discovered you while watching a video from Paul Harrell. He mentions you in it. I'm REALLY glad to see someone who loves revolvers and has as much knowledge of them as you do. I'm basically a newbie. I'm looking to get a little 38 snub nose. I look forward to watching more of your videos. Keep up the good work!
Thank you, thanks for watching!
I know some people who have answered the knock on their front door and they had their weapon on their body and when they open the door, they are shot point blank. If someone knocks on my door, I look through the peep hole first, if I don't know the individual, I do not open the door nor do I ask "Who is it"! I keep quiet and play the waiting game. If they try the door handle or attempt to break the door down, I wait til they have breached the door and then I waste the idiot. By opening the front door you are exposing your chest area to the individuals firearm and your chances of getting to your weapon is slim to none. Revolvers are my choice for personal weapons for home defense.
Dirk Steel shooting them or not answering the door 😂
Scott Free
I never answer my door.
Dirk Steel that’s not very nice
I love my Taurus 856. I carry that more than anything
My EDC is a Taurus 85 in 38 special five shot. Tricked out with hogue grips, Wolff spring kit. Smooth as glass light double action pull. I love it.
I recently got a 442 and yesterday used it for 50 rounds at a class. It seem to shoot great for me. Oil in the trigger was a huge improvement when new on first firing. 38 and +p fine for me and I'm old and my wrist has a slight soreness from those 50 rounds yesterday. My other gun is to big to carry these days.
You can get your wrist corrected by a gonstead chiropractor, seen Dr Rahim on youtube?
I like my revolvers so much I sold all my pistols except one micro pistol for those swim trunks days. The j frame is a great advancement in the technology. The Ruger LCRX in 22 magnum is a great lightweight tool with very low recoil.
I went the gun store awhile back with intentions on buying a 642 but saw they had a 642 PC with no lock and talked em down to take $20.00 off it was a no brainer. The trigger is buttery smooth. It was the last one in the display case. Man I carry that every chance I can it’s so comfortable in a Don Hume IWB holster. Pocket holster is ok, but on the hip it’s very comfy. Good vid.
I see standard no-lock 642's sometimes, I know that the 642 is one of the few current production S&W revolvers that can be found in a no-lock. I wish the current 637 could be found in a no-lock.
I removed the lock from mine. Easily done. Some say the keyhole itself makes the gun ugly and is reason enough not to get one, but IDGAF about what it looks like... after 10+ years of carrying it pretty much every day it looks like hell anyway lol
I tote a S&W 642, 38 Spl, +P, more than anything else, even though I have several autos (380, 9, 40, 45)
Ruger LCR .38spl +P...S&W 642 Airweight .38spl +P....I've got nothing but praise for them both, the end.
I have the LCR in .327 and the J-frame in .38 Special. I like both, the S&W is more of a bare bones CCW revolver, but the LCR is a better shooter.
10 reasons why i carry revolvers (especially the last reason!). Thanks for posting.
As for squib loads, an even better plan is realizing that if you DO have a squib load when you are trying to save your life, just pull the trigger again. It will most likely push both bullets out the barrel and 99% of well made revolvers can survive a few of those. Instant malfunction clearing is just pulling the trigger.
I’m 65 yrs old I just got a charter arms 38 undercover lite it’s a stubby and I love it it’s has no recoil maybe just a hair but I don’t feel it. I had a LCP I liked it for being little but as my arthritis is getting bad in my hands I can’t rack the slide no more and so I got the C Arms and love it I can put in my waistband and go
Even I can't rack the LCP well, it's tiny slide is hard to hold. I have RA but haven't got any hand issues yet as i'm only 40, but maybe some day I will have issues.
I bought a brand new Colt Detective Special back in the mid 90's for $300! It is still my favorite hand gun.
I bought the same gun years back still carrying it to this day love that I get 6 instead of 5 😁
I've only carried my G19, & occasionally G26 for several years primarily concealed. Never had an issue with a revolver especially 357 mag, but with the improvement of amazing defensive ammo for 9mm, the ease & cost of shooting, reliability of platforms like Glock, & generally two to three times the capacity as well as quicker reloads makes a compact or even a sub compact 9mm really stand out as the go-to for daily carry. With that said I love revolvers especially a 357 mag so when I got a great deal on a barely used Ruger SP101 in 357 w/ a 2.25" inch barrel I jumped on it. I grabbed a Clipdraw clip, & some quickstrips & pouch for reloads & love carrying the snubby appendix. While I am sure 5 rounds will be enough I was second guessing my decision tonight when a couple thugs were acting a little weird in the store tonight, but I think it is largely going from carrying nearly 30 rounds of 9mm vs 17 357 (2 reloads & +2). That feeling will take some getting used to, & I will likely carry my Glock if we get back to scum rioting, or if I am heading to rough parts of town. I do really enjoy having that Clipdraw on my stainless revolver though as I can simply carry it appendix with the clip on my pistol belt, & when I hop in my truck or Jeep I can easily reposition it for a cross draw which is much handier in a vehicle. While I love my Crossbreed Supertuck holster the freedom of not needing a holster is nice.
I agree and you're addressing the "peaceful protests" and those random "pop ups" trying to get through an intersection or some craziness inside a store You want to be ready ( purchased another Mossy 1- home/ 1- away insurance)
I think what I like about having a 2-inch snubby 357 is that maybe the only time I wouldn't be able to defend myself would be in the shower It's go time 24/7 you don't have to worry or think is one of the chamber charge it It's just go time
I know it doesn't have the count my Glocks have and I love my G19 and G26 but with all the b******* that went down last year and with the "indigenous shoppers" the police stand downs and this overwhelming socialist wave whether I'm getting my mail or out in the trenches I'm going to have a say who wants to f*** my day up! 👍🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
I agree with u 💯 I carry mine with me everywhere.
EDC, Springfield .45 ACP Govt M1911A1l, and a S&W model 60 for over 40 years...
I'm 52 yrs old and enjoyed the privilege of owning a Taurus 38spl snubbie, a CZ75 and a 45 M1911 over a period of 30 years. I have also used at least another 8 different firearms owned by friends and the only one I truly miss is the revolver. By far the easiest to carry, the most trouble free, the lowest "maintenance" and the quickest to get into action in a emergency. FACTS. Especially at 3am in the morning when you're shaken awake for an emergency. Every handgun has pros & cons - EVERY one - and the key issue to consider is what you are buying it for. For close range personal defence the snubbie revolver (38 / 357 / 44) is the one you should always have.........
Another reason to CCI a LCR vs LCP is that when the time comes to to use it, the person who wants to hurt you will be more intimidated by looking at the LCR than by looking at the LCP.
~I have my Grandfather's old Colt Cobra (from the 30s) snub nose in .32 S&W and my Colt Detective (from the 60s) snub nose in .38 Special. Both revolvers served my Grandfather and me very well. I do not shoot either of them anymore because they are Family Keepsakes and I am in charge if their care and maintenance.
Good stuff, love my snubbies
This video is old but it is still very relevant today in 2022. I love my S&W 437. I put it in my pocket and go on about my day.
I love my Snub Nose S&W 638 with no lock and I will never ever sell or TRADE THIS GUN!
Been carrying my 642 for several years now , in a DeSantis pocket holster this gun is fast to draw and I forget I even have it on me . Thinking of buying a second one and carrying two ! Second gun is the fastest reload! 😁
Love watching your videos again and again, seems I always catch something I missed previous .
This is the best video I’ve seen o why you should carry a snub nose revolver. I pocket carry a Performance center SW 642👍
Maybe it was all the old detective movies I used to watch but I’ve always loved snubbies. Great vids sir.
Of my pistols, my .38 snubbie is my granddaughter's favorite to shoot.
I really like snubbies and have several. My go-to carry is a relatively inexpensive Taurus Total Titanium .38. All-in-all, accuracy, lightweight, trigger pull, shooting comfort, and ease of carry among others, this gun beats my much more expensive S&Ws. Also, I have an older inexpensive stainless Rossi .38 snubbie. If it's raining, dusty, sandy, muddy, any situation where I wouldn't want to take out my better guns, I grab the Rossi. Bulletproof.
Which TV show had the hero shoot down a helicopter with a snubby? Was it Mannix?
I have no idea, but I know in Die Hard with a Vengeance, he shot the power line with a snub and that brought down a helicopter.
I normally carry a 1911 .45acp in a Kramer holster. Even if you are sitting down, the weight of the pistol and two spare magazines will prevent you from forgetting it's there. Recently, I carried my wife's Taurus 605 and actually forgot that it was there.
.327 is a great new option
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Another important feature is that you can operate it one handed, no need to chamber a round like an auto. It;s always safe and ready to fire.
Great to come across this oldie but goodie. Imagine if S&W revolvers were still close to $800? Most of my collection sells for twice that even used. Excellent investments indeed.
Yeah I had a friend buy one of those .460 S&W Magnums for like $1,100 back in about 2016. He ended up getting something like $1,500 from a gun store he sold it to a couple years ago.
Love my snubby
After watching your video where you tried shooting both a revolver and a semi-auto up close to a person to simulate trying to fire if the person had you against the wall or pinned on the ground I decided to seek out a snubnose for my own protection. I have a revolver with a 4 inch barrel but would like to have that shorter gun on me as a backup and also for cases like your video illustrated the need for.
My EDC is a smith and Wesson model 340 pd it definitely gets the job done right in 357 magnum a must have gun for all
Love my LCR 38spl. After having both hips replaced it is the only gun that is comfortable on my belt. My EDC all year.
My 642 is my always gun.
The very first gun I every shot was a snubby (38 spc +p)
Sexy Sam.... I agree with you 100 % . Keep on making videos no matter what TH-cam does. I like your input on things in general. Keep on keeping on. I like the fact you learned old school way.
The first handgun I ever fired was a revolver in about 1994 that a friend's dad had, seemed easy to shoot. Many years later I shot some semi-auto's with a friend and soon figured out that they didn't point well for me, the tops just looked like a block, and I decided back then a revolver would be better. Skip ahead a few more years and when I went to buy my first handgun, it made sense to me to go for a revolver.
Going on 25 years at a medium sized SO; carry a Glock 19 backed up by a model 42 all steel snubbed nosed .38. They are handy! I carry two Snubbies off duty...one appendix (.357) and one on an ankle (.38)....great guns when traveling by car.
I have a few snubbys and my fave is a Smith 649 357 mag.
I agree with your points!
The new snubbies are great and all. I like old, well made objects, so I carry a S&W Model 37 that was made 59 years ago. It's an antique, but so am I.
I carry a model 36 that's that old and I am in my 30s.
Great video tip's 👍👍! The Movie was "Eraser". With the snub nose Arnold gave Vanessa Williams 😊. Oh Yeah there's One Snub nose Now, cost $1,400 dollars, 357 or 38 Rounds shoots "8" Rounds,. ??? Not Sure if it's Rugar, Smith and Wesson or Tarus though!
The 2 inch 38 revolver, preferentially a Colt d frame, is the best compromise of size , weight and power. I have carried a hammer shrouded 80s vintage or a steel frame Colt Detective Special for years. With either BuffaloStandard or plus p 158 you have fight stopping power. The Agent usually rises in a pocket holster. If I really feel the need for more rounds , I will carry a second revolver. I can shoot the little Colts as well or better than most can shoot a medium frame 4 inch revolver. Most have been fed a bunch of crap about “ tactical “ firepower, which for personal defense is pretty much bullshit . You need more rounds if you miss a lot. There is a reason aColt is getting back in the da revolver market . They see the future. Civilians are going to be Magazine restricted, Glock owns the hicap polymer police market. Colt will go for the impossible to restrict da revolver, and the 1911 semiauto market, with a couple of 380 6 shot pocket pistols. I predict the return of the Diamondbacks and Anacondas but with variations of the new Python lock work.
Ruger LCR & S&W 642 Airweight in .38spl, my two favorite snubbies
I have a Smith and wesson 442 as a backup/truck gun for backup, or if I get in a hurry and leave the house without my Glock 19 on my side. Finally. Seems like I get in a pinch financially. The revolvers I've owned are the ones I sale and have to go get another after I get straightened out. I always get something different. Used and a good deal though. A pawn shop near my house is good for that. Thanks for the video.
I might sell a J-frame if I had to, but I could do the same with my Glock. One I refuse to sell would be my 686 4". Just too much goodness there to ever part with.
We own two J's and a Taurus UL85. I love ours for a light carry and a backup. If you can hit a penny at 15 ft then you can do a one shot stop, even with a round nose on a dangerous animal.
I have 3 .38 Snubbies & a .357 snub ! .. my daily carry is a Smith 342 airlite Ti (aluminum alloy frame titanium cylinder). 11oz unloaded!!!!.. stock except I painted the front sight bright orange and installed hogue monogrips... Cover the back strap Cushing my hand and gets all my fingers on the grip I still have no problem carrying this in my right front pocket and they DeSantis Nemesis pocket holster and I can hit out to 50 ft with it
I picked up my little 38 used. I think it was actually south of $300, although I've long since lost the receipt. I was disappointed with my ability to shoot it at first. BUT it had something my G30 didn't have. I could just stick it in a pocket and go someplace where I didn't want to lug a 35oz (or whatever it was) gun that needed some extra clothing to conceal. I called it my "traveling light" gun because I didn't even bother with spare ammunition. Just had the five rounds. It did have some minor issues with the cylinder snagging. I learned a lot about J-Frames diagnosing and fixing that problem. It turned out the extractor rod was messed up. Got a replacement from Brownells and that fixed it. An Apex trigger spring kit made it easier to shoot. Kramer pocket holster hides it very well without it shifting about. If I was smart, I would have stopped looking for other carry guns.
Agreed! Hard to beat a good .38 spl. I need to buy one of the S&W airweights for pocket carry. My no snag, but slightly heavy, Colt DS with hammer shroud is pretty good but lighter would be better
Here’s a plug for one of the bests snubbiest....the Ruger LCR .327... Superb DA trigger, variety of loads, AND 6 shot.
Yeah I carry that all the time. Shoots better than most ammo and .327 is flat shooting at any range pretty much.
I'm in South Florida so the climate dictates my EDC I look foward to every year when I can wear a light swetter of hoodie (3 months max) and carry my Tarus .357 snubby. Then when it get's to warm back to a T-shirt and the semi-auto compact.
The one I purchased was immaculate in construction ,function,and groups were as good as my real Colt .38 Detective Special Gen.4 ,I purchased in 1974 New.{I once purchased a brand new 1975 Chevy Monte Carlo and on the way home the drive shaft and Transmission fell out on the ground] sorry I digress.I put a Pachmeyer grip on my RIA .38 and it even looks a good as my Colt .38.the machining had not one blemish,the only minus on this handgun was the horrible wooden handle and the purchase it has when you grip the firearm.The RIA .38 locked up really well, the firing pin was dead nuts centered on every casing of the first 150 rounds. The cylinder gap was as good as my Colt .38 which lines up and locks up like a tank hatch,so I would suggest your info could be directing a lot of People the wrong direction on this fine priced and one hellava deal on the price and value. I have searched high and low for a dependable .38 revolver because I could no longer carry my Colt .38 on my hip because of its value,I have been offered $1,100 plus I would not want it in a Police station evidence box God forbid I would ever have to defend myself and loved ones with it .I now carry the RIA .38 Special every day without a concern in any area. i would also recommend a Colt Python holster to carry the RIA snubby .38 .fits like a charm ,secure and comes out as smooth as a Baby's butt..
Very enjoyable video. Thanks.
Thanks for watching!
The revolver is cool !
Our carry choices in California are very limited by the roster (yes, average people can and do get carry permits). Micro pistols are limited so your best bet is a snub is. My main carry gun is the LCR in .38. Smooth tigger and accurate. That being said, even if it’s user friendly, it’s probably the worst gun for a first time shooter. I can put down 100+ rounds through my Glock/Beretta/Shield easy. No problems. 50 rounds through the LCR and the next day I’m feeling it at the base of my palm, thumb side.
I'll be in some parts of Chgo and i usually carry a 640 on my hip and the 442 in my pocket. Couple of speed loaders and a speed strip. I just really like and have always carried revolvers.
I've carried a snub nose .38 chiefs special from s&w for years. A few years ago I switched to a Ruger LCRX due to weight and close to the size of the Chief Special. Blued steel walnut grip Smiths of an older generation have gone through the roof with price. Ruger LCRX is awesome! 👍. Good list for those seeking what we already know.
When I get my first Lazer gun ,I’m still gonna back up carry my snub .38+p air weight 642 😍 , cause you just know them new Lazer guns in 40 watt plasma range gonna have jam issues ! 😁
Love my snubby S&W .38+p
My wife can not use a semiautomatic do to medical issues but a revolver works perfect
You can shoot gun next to your chest, no slide kick.
You can shoot it from your pocket repetly.
Like .38/.357 you have "two" guns. You can have easily differend loads and it still work well.
One might also point out it's closer to 4 guns as .38 Long Colt and .38 Short Colt (modern loadings) can also be fired from it. So this also makes it capable of having recoil similar to a .22 LR with the Short Colt, which for some people is all they can handle. Saves money VS buying a whole new .22.
Can’t argue with that!
I own and carry Snub Nose Revolvers.
I wouldn't mind having a revolver, although I doubt it would supplant my 14-round compact .380 Auto as my go-to carry piece. My first choice of a revolver would be a snubbie chambered in .327 Federal Magnum; unfortunately, there are few choices in this caliber.
The .327 Federal LCR is my daily carry.
@@GunSam I saw your video on the LCR .327. I'd prefer something of all metal construction and an exposed hammer. I realize the .327 Fed. Mag. is relatively recent, but I assume few revolvers are being made to fire it, because few people are interested in shooting it. A shame given it appears to perform well with some 40% less recoil than a comparable .357 Magnum.
Always have my Ruger sp101 by my side.
When it comes to compact handguns...I want steel and the extra weight that comes with it. Plastic is fine for larger guns but this lightweight trend in compacts does not appeal to me. I love revolvers over semiautos in compact form and all steel please! Thanks for a great video and opinion.
I definitely prefer steel when I am firing a gun. Alloy is nice for carry though. The steel revolvers do carry their extra weight in a compact way that leans against your body to make it feel lighter than it really is.
Snubbies are simply GAS!
Grab, Aim, Shoot!
Ideally, aiming could be done with no sights. Hit the target from muscle memory.