ak-kev
Member
Hey guys, first post here. This looks like a great place you guys have. Anyway, Im tyring to decide on a compact revolver. I love and collect Colts, so my initial desire would be to stay brand loyal and get a Detective Special. I realize they're getting more expensive, and I may end up just putting it the safe with the 'Magnum Carry'.
So, this is my train of thought:
I would first want to try to find a Detective Special that has cosmetic issues so I wouldnt feel bad carrying it. But then I ask myself if 38 special is enough power for a gun of this size. This brings me to the Smith&Wesson J-frame. They are much smaller and lighter. I like the 442 because its only 15oz, and a concealed hammer, but its only 5 shots and I see you guys are doing alot of talking about the locks failing. If Im going to restrict myself to 5 shots, should it be a .357? Like maybe a S&W 640, or even a Ruger Sp101 with a bobbed hammer?
So these are on the list
Colt Detective Special
Smith&Wesson 442 (pre lock maybe?)
Smith&Wesson 640 (if this is 357)
Ruger Sp101
What do you guys like. Is there anything Im wrong on here? Am I putting too much thought into this? Anyway, thanks for listening to me ramble. Kevin.
So, this is my train of thought:
I would first want to try to find a Detective Special that has cosmetic issues so I wouldnt feel bad carrying it. But then I ask myself if 38 special is enough power for a gun of this size. This brings me to the Smith&Wesson J-frame. They are much smaller and lighter. I like the 442 because its only 15oz, and a concealed hammer, but its only 5 shots and I see you guys are doing alot of talking about the locks failing. If Im going to restrict myself to 5 shots, should it be a .357? Like maybe a S&W 640, or even a Ruger Sp101 with a bobbed hammer?
So these are on the list
Colt Detective Special
Smith&Wesson 442 (pre lock maybe?)
Smith&Wesson 640 (if this is 357)
Ruger Sp101
What do you guys like. Is there anything Im wrong on here? Am I putting too much thought into this? Anyway, thanks for listening to me ramble. Kevin.