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I usually carry a .357 66 on the job and for HD. But I have seen several 357 Glock 31s and 32s for quite a bit less than a nine or .40 in the same condition. I have been tempted to get one but do not know a thing about Glocks in 357. Are they as durable and reliable as the nines? And why are...

Just an opinion question. I work security and carry a .357 Smith. Since the 1911 was approved many who carry those say I am outdated and need to buy one. I was just wondering why people think a 7 or 8 round .45 is more modern than a 6 or 7 or even 8 shot .357 Mag. As much as I respect 1911s I...

I just need some general advice. I carry a six-shooter on the job, and most of experice with auto loaders is with TDA (Sig and Walther types). However I have been thinking of upgrading my CCW piece from a snub-nose 357 to a light hi-cap nine. Even though I do not care for Glocks, the little 26...

I work for private security agency and have carried a Smith Combat Magnum for some time. We qualify with 68 rounds every six months. In the past it was always .38s for the 50 and 18 357 Silvertips to qualify if we carry a sixgun. However new ammo polices have come in and we must now shoot 50...

As a guard I carry a 357 4 inch M66. I have thought of either getting a 357 LCR or a G26 as a CCW piece. But many "experts" tell me that a 357 snub is useless and should be avoided. Any thoughts on this? While I like the idea of 10 rounds of 9, 5 rounds of a proven manstopper sounds very well to...

I was asked a question by my 18 year old nephew regarding handguns. In my state-Louisiana- an 18 year old may legally own a handgun but cannot buy one from a dealer. Now back in the day our mom or dad would buy it for us and then gift it to us or we just inherited them. My question is there any...

The private security firm I work for has allowed us finally to carry 357 rounds for those of us that choose to carry revolvers. We have two choice, both from Winchester, one being the 125 grain and the other a 145 grain Silvertip. I know the 125 grain is long considered the king of hill, but how...

A while back during a sale I bought a new Taurus PT-22 for dirt cheap. Its a ugly Beretta copy with DAO and a gold trigger and white grips. Thought it would be a good trail gun. But reliability is some what spotty, and the DAO trigger pull is too darn heavy. I am considering pawning or selling...

For years and years I have always liked and heard great things about Corbon. I was just wondering if they are better than the "big 3" for a SD round. I notice most LE agencies do not issued them, and they seem to be made from reloaded cases. I like the performance though, is this a quality brand...

Experienced handgunner here but I am considering getting my CC permit soon in Louisiana. I do not plan to carry every day but mostly when I am backpacking. I am just curious as to what the class entails. Will I be required to use a compact weapon, as I only have a 4 inch 357 which is my trail...

Any good 4 inch 44 around at a good price? The Smith all seem to be close to a grand. I have been looking at the 4 inch Taurus 444UL the double lock seems nice.

We had a discussion at the LGS today and it seemed the general opinion was that a Taurus sixgun is a decent value priced shooter, but one should not trust their life to their semis. I will say our old M85CH has been shooting forever, my friends old M65 357 still works well, but my PT22 is a...

Having a problem with my old Model 19. On 2 of the 6 chambers, the trigger pull gets rough and and doesn't really stage correctly. On the other 4 it is the typical smooth old S&W trigger. Any ideas on the problem? Did the old extractor rod on a flat piece of wood trick, does not seem bent.

I have decided to break down and buy a Glock. While I do like the 17 and 34 I have decided on a big bore model. However I cannot decide on the 45 or the 10mm. Other than 45 ammo being cheaper, what are some major factors in choosing in between these two calibers...And recoil is not a factor...

I have the chance to buy either a 21 Bobcat or a 950 Jetfire. Both are .25s. Wont be for CC use just to have maybe have in the pocket when on a walk or something for snakes. Other than the 21 being DA, which one is the better pistol?

Looking to buy a CCW gun for the wife. She really likes the Beretta Tomcat but I remember when they came out there was a lot of issues with durably and slide cracking. If I buy one it will be brand new. Is this still an issue? I have put 1000s of rounds in my old Bobcat and that still runs as...

I have fairly large hands and like the feel of grips that cover the backstrap on Smith and Wesson revolvers. I current use Pachmayr but have decided to go to wood grips, but I cannot find any that cover the backstrap. Anyone know of one that does?

I have been using Pachmayr Grippers and Presentations on my 357s for years. Recently many people have told me to go to the Hogue Monogrip. Are they really that much better? Do they control recoil better or feel better?

Just got a deal on my first nine, a Browning Hi-Power Mk.3. However many folks have warned me to not shoot +P ammo out of it due to wear. Is this true or just gunshop rumors? Also what is the difference in recoil between standard 9mm and +P loads? Is it as great as the difference between .38 and...

This may sound like a silly, rookie question for you gun shop guys, but I want to avoid embarrassment. I have several older firearms I inherited from my father and grandfather that need some work done on them. What is the proper way to bring firearms into a store? Should I leave them in the...