CraigC
Sixgun Nut
1. The first time it's no different from flicking off a manual safety. After that, it's a matter of muscle memory. If it ain't, you don't do it enough and shouldn't be carrying one.If I expect to get in a pistol fight at hundred yards, a Super Blackhawk might not be a bad choice. Of course my 6" Model 29-2 would be a BETTER choice, and I'm not going to be getting into any hundred yard gunfights anyway. If I DO, I'll be using my AR15 carbine or my Garand.
- It requires extra, repetitive movements to bring into action.
- It's INCREDIBLY slow to reload.
- It requires MUCH greater skill to employ effectively in a self-defense situation, especially against an opponent armed with a modern revolver or semi-automatic pistol.
2. It's quicker than a DA without speedloaders. That said, I think the importance of reload speed is overrated for self defense.
3. Maybe but some people are building that skill anyway. What your opponent is armed with is really irrelevant. You don't have to match them shot for shot, just beat them to the first solid hit.