Recent content by Jsg81

Although I do keep a loaded SP 101 within reach at night I consider the shotgun my primary HD choice. Once again I have been looking for a warm weather carry gun which was the reason for my post. I appreciate all of the feedback which has been on topic and well thought out. I have decided...

Roscoe- For some reason I have never warmed up to Ruger semi autos so I haven given the LC9 much of a chance to be honest. I do really like Ruger revolvers. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

The threat question is one I have asked myself as well and I think the answer is deceptive. I live in a relatively small town with fairly low crime and of that violent crime is very small. From that perspective I will most likely go the rest of my life and never need to use a gun for anything...

Make no mistake the SP101 will be carried. Mostly in cooler weather where I can use a cover garment like a jacket. In the summer here 90s with high humidity are normal so I am looking for something to fill in those times. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Azrocks- That is a very fair question on caliber choice. 1. I already have 9mm and .38 on hand so nothing new to stock up on. They are both considered ok SD rounds. 2. I have not enjoyed shooting the small .380s I have tried. I am under no illusions that I am great with a handgun so...

Minutemen1776 I can see how my question might seem to boil down to revolver or semiauto but in the last few years I have been focused on caliber selection and how much I stock. I'm glad to see the conversation has not taken that turn I did not want it to. I do already have .357, .38 and 9mm...

That is a very good point that I haven't put enough thought into TRX. Although I am brand new to carrying concealed I can see how the right holster could make a big difference. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

This won't be my first handgun but I appreciate your thoughts. I currently have a ruger SP 101 and a ruger Blackhawk both in .357. The Blackhawk is my fun gun at the range and what I carry hunting. Normally it is a backup gun hunting but I do want to try hog hunting with it hopefully this...

To be honest I am leaning toward the 442 but did want to get another point of view before I head to pick one up. I have shot both. FL-NC: The main thing I think about calling the Shield boringly reliable is if I am having to fire up against something if a fight were to go to the ground. I...

I am in the market for a carry gun and have my list narrowed down to a S&W Shield or a j frame (no lock 442). I am having trouble deciding so I thought I would ask the more experienced people here. This will be the first handgun I have for my CCW permit. J Frame: Simple to use and compact...

I looked for a 3 inch SP101 and did not have any luck locally so I went with a 2.25 inch that I am very happy with. The extra length will add some velocity but from what I have read (please read this as I am not nearly as knowledgeable any most on here) you need 4 inches to get the best results...

I finally got around to taking the class for my CCW today and was not shocked that I was the only person shooting a revolver. After I shot with my group I was asked to help the instructor with the next group as it had some new shooters two of which I knew. Both ladies I knew past and after the...

RainDodger Sorry but when I used the search feature I didn't come up with results. Perhaps I am doing something wrong or the search doesn't work on my phone. Do you have any links? I appreciate the help.

Although I have found info on both of these guns I haven't seen this question answered. Both the M&P Shield and the XDs have had recalls. My understanding is that the XDs' trigger is not as pleasant after the factory fix. I am about to purchase one of these and want to know your thoughts of...

I just used the pen knife to breast some geese this morning. I meant to bring a bigger knife but didn't. It worked much better than I thought it would.