Looking for the perfect hiking pistol. In my neck of the woods 2 legged, hogs, and snakes would be the primary purpose.
I don't have a fear of snakes, but sitting on the creek bank fishing or camping, on more than one occasion I've had a moccasin come see what I was doing. Not really aggressive, but more curious than anything. Generally I just let them on their way. But sometimes we scare the crap out of eachother and that's when it can get potentially dangerous. I have been chased by them.
I am looking for a 3" barrel, 6 shot, lightweight 357. First round in the cylinder would be snake shot, followed by defensive rounds. This wouldn't be a high volume gun. Shot to ensure function, and gain proficiency and that's about it.
Closest I've found is the Ruger LCRx, but it's a 5 shot. What other options are out there? I've seen some older out of production Smiths, but none on GB.
I don't have a fear of snakes, but sitting on the creek bank fishing or camping, on more than one occasion I've had a moccasin come see what I was doing. Not really aggressive, but more curious than anything. Generally I just let them on their way. But sometimes we scare the crap out of eachother and that's when it can get potentially dangerous. I have been chased by them.
I am looking for a 3" barrel, 6 shot, lightweight 357. First round in the cylinder would be snake shot, followed by defensive rounds. This wouldn't be a high volume gun. Shot to ensure function, and gain proficiency and that's about it.
Closest I've found is the Ruger LCRx, but it's a 5 shot. What other options are out there? I've seen some older out of production Smiths, but none on GB.