good revolver for ccw
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Iron Sight
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The Smith & Wesson small J Frame series Snub nose models are very popular.
Deanimator
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S&W 3" Model 13 or Model 65. I carry the latter frequently.
aHFo3
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My J frame is an always gun, while my 2.5" k frame is what I choose for colder weather (easier concealment) situations.
Pick a revolver you like and get to know it really well. The J frame is a great place to start.
Pick a revolver you like and get to know it really well. The J frame is a great place to start.
XavierBreath
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My preference in a revolver for carry is a Model 38 carried in a pocket holster. I like the Bodyguard style frame, others prefer the Centennial style. Either is snagless out of a pocket. There are excellent reasons why the S&W J Frame in a pocket is a valid and tactically sound choice for concealed carry.
Smith & Wesson makes a modern version of the Model 38 in the Model 438. The street price of a used Model 38, Model 49, or Model 649 usually runs around $300. The Model 438 sells new for around $500.
Read through the Jim March Revolver Checkout to learn what to look for in a used wheelgun.
Smith & Wesson makes a modern version of the Model 38 in the Model 438. The street price of a used Model 38, Model 49, or Model 649 usually runs around $300. The Model 438 sells new for around $500.
Read through the Jim March Revolver Checkout to learn what to look for in a used wheelgun.
Wesson Smith
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If I were to carry a revolver, it would probably be this:
http://www.smith-wesson.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?catalogId=10001&storeId=10001&productId=14755&langId=-1&isFirearm=Y
Pros: Better control/accuracy vs. the airweights, .357 or .38 +P options
Cons: Price, 5 shot
http://www.smith-wesson.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?catalogId=10001&storeId=10001&productId=14755&langId=-1&isFirearm=Y
Pros: Better control/accuracy vs. the airweights, .357 or .38 +P options
Cons: Price, 5 shot
I bought a S&W Lady Smith 357 mag a while back for my wife. I've been carrying it a lot lately. The smooth wood grips are great for concealed carry. Never snag on clothes and don't print. I like them much better than the grips on my standard model 60. I suppose I could get new grips but I haven't gotten around to that yet.
Great summation. I also would not overlook the basic/classic 2" 36/60 in the J frame. A thumb on the hammer makes it no-snag on a draw, no need for a bulky extra frame metal.
A 2.5" 19 or 66 makes a great gun for when you have more clothes/untucked shirt option. But I would never feel like a 5-shot J frame with reliable .38 rounds is "too little" gun.
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Though a S&W would be nice, I'm carrying a Taurus 651 snubbie. Shrouded hammer, not hammerless, so I can still fire SA, but with no pocket snags.
Stainz
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The very first concept to remember is that a CCW does you little good left at home or in the car. You must carry it 24/7 for it to be effective.
I have a 296, five shot hammerless AirLite .44 Special, which I put comfortable grips on. I bought it six years ago to replace a pair of less than reliable AMT DAO .45 ACP Backups. I carried it in an OWB pancake holster - very infrequently. One day, I 'saw the light' - and ordered a Robert Mika pocket holster for it and a 642. The 296, with it's boot grip, would fit about 75% of my britches front pocket. I bought a LNIB 642 for that other Mika holster - that combo fits every pants pocket - and is my suggestion.
The 5-shot .38 Special +P hammerless is all you need. It retrieves quickly, cleanly, and easily from your pocket, leaving that Mika pocket holster in your pocket. Great carry combo - and easily a 24/7 carry, too. The Speer +P 135gr Gold Dots, made for snubbies, is reportedly efficient. My choice is the 'old FBI load' - the +P 158gr LHPSWC.
Remember - if you don't carry it often due to it's size/holster - you likely won't have it when you need it.
Stainz
I have a 296, five shot hammerless AirLite .44 Special, which I put comfortable grips on. I bought it six years ago to replace a pair of less than reliable AMT DAO .45 ACP Backups. I carried it in an OWB pancake holster - very infrequently. One day, I 'saw the light' - and ordered a Robert Mika pocket holster for it and a 642. The 296, with it's boot grip, would fit about 75% of my britches front pocket. I bought a LNIB 642 for that other Mika holster - that combo fits every pants pocket - and is my suggestion.
The 5-shot .38 Special +P hammerless is all you need. It retrieves quickly, cleanly, and easily from your pocket, leaving that Mika pocket holster in your pocket. Great carry combo - and easily a 24/7 carry, too. The Speer +P 135gr Gold Dots, made for snubbies, is reportedly efficient. My choice is the 'old FBI load' - the +P 158gr LHPSWC.
Remember - if you don't carry it often due to it's size/holster - you likely won't have it when you need it.
Stainz
indiandave
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The model 60 with a 3" barrel is a good carry gun. Either IWB or OWB. For pocket carry a 642 in a Mika pocket holster.
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Great review of the S&W 642 and holster over at http://www.dayattherange.com it is a neat little site. Has some nice reviews of different weapons.
ArchAngelCD
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I like all the S&W J frame revolvers. My favorite frame is the Bodyguard but the Centennial and Chief's Special frames have their place too. I own 4 J frames and carry them all at one time or another. (sometimes 2 at a time)
earlthegoat2
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I like the steel Jframes in 357 myself. Colt Detective Special as well can be had for around 450 and that gives you 6 shots.
Guillermo
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My preference is a revolver with a hammer. Hinton's model 49 is a great example of a shrouded hammer.
I carry a Colt Detective Special. Six holes instead of five and a nice wieght.
In my never-so-humble opinion, a steel frame snubby is light enough to carry easily and heavy enough to shoot well.
In other words, I recommend you avoid the ultra light guns. At some point a gun gets too light. For me, that number is about 20 oz.
I carry a Colt Detective Special. Six holes instead of five and a nice wieght.
In my never-so-humble opinion, a steel frame snubby is light enough to carry easily and heavy enough to shoot well.
In other words, I recommend you avoid the ultra light guns. At some point a gun gets too light. For me, that number is about 20 oz.
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A Colt D-Frame
Detective Special, Cobra, or Agent in .38 Special
Detective Special, Cobra, or Agent in .38 Special
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I have an old pinned barrel Model 60, serial R2849XX. Can anyone tell me the approximate date of manufacture?
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I have an old pinned barrel Model 60, serial R2849XX. Can anyone tell me the approximate date of manufacture?
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I stuck a 10 1/2" barrel Ruger Super Blackhawk .44 down my shorts the other day, since my wife was asking the same question about CCW. She didn't know it was there until I pulled it out, and of course we both laughed.
It was completely concealable, but it kind of obstructed my normal stride. And it took me a long time to draw it from concealment...
So I would recommend something with a barrel length somewhat less than 10 1/2".
It was completely concealable, but it kind of obstructed my normal stride. And it took me a long time to draw it from concealment...
So I would recommend something with a barrel length somewhat less than 10 1/2".
Devilfrog
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I carry a S&W 642 Airweight, in the near future I'm going to check out the new Ruger LCR.
doc540
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"what are some proven options for concealed carry? i'll be going to the ccw class soon, not sure what to carry. thanks."
depends on:
1. How you dress
2. What can your hands control
3. How much money you have to spend
4. How often you plan to carry
Best advice anyone ever gave me:
SHOOT BEFORE YOU BUY
depends on:
1. How you dress
2. What can your hands control
3. How much money you have to spend
4. How often you plan to carry
Best advice anyone ever gave me:
SHOOT BEFORE YOU BUY
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