So, I have a small collection of semi-auto handguns. HK's old and new and a Benelli .22LR Atlanta. My wife has the same models as I do.
But I've been holding off buying a big revolver for some years and I'm about to succumb to the urge.
It really comes down to either the S&W .44 V-Comp or the equivalent in .357.
I know that the .357 is more 'practical'. Lots of .38 special out there for the range, plenty of power with less kick in magnum mode. More than enough bullet inertia for most anything.
But the .44 is what is tugging at my heartstrings. The largest critter stopper that I would feel comfortable carrying in the woods. Costly to operate and tougher on the body but just a satisfying cartridge and handgun.
So the .357 is more practical (to the extent that either are more practical) but the .44 is the (near) final stop in a stopper cartridge (for 2- or 4-legged creatures).
Oh, and no, I don't reload. Yet. But I imagine that either of these will help convince me to start up that aspect of the hobby.
Perhaps it just boils down to the question, 'is there a strong reason NOT to buy the .44 V-Comp?'.
Thanks,
B
But I've been holding off buying a big revolver for some years and I'm about to succumb to the urge.
It really comes down to either the S&W .44 V-Comp or the equivalent in .357.
I know that the .357 is more 'practical'. Lots of .38 special out there for the range, plenty of power with less kick in magnum mode. More than enough bullet inertia for most anything.
But the .44 is what is tugging at my heartstrings. The largest critter stopper that I would feel comfortable carrying in the woods. Costly to operate and tougher on the body but just a satisfying cartridge and handgun.
So the .357 is more practical (to the extent that either are more practical) but the .44 is the (near) final stop in a stopper cartridge (for 2- or 4-legged creatures).
Oh, and no, I don't reload. Yet. But I imagine that either of these will help convince me to start up that aspect of the hobby.
Perhaps it just boils down to the question, 'is there a strong reason NOT to buy the .44 V-Comp?'.
Thanks,
B