Tarheel59
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I know there are better (more substantial) choices for effectiveness and have a few options already - Ruger SP101, Taurus M85, and a S&W Model 36 - but with temps in the high 90's or low 100's - even those small guns are staying in the safe.... I have looked at the Bond Derringers as well, but it doesn't feel like it would carry any better than the M85 or M36....
The purpose is protection in summertime carry during outdoors activities - dogs, snakes, and the less likely to encounter two legged varmint.... clothing/cover will probably be limited to a pair of shorts and a t-shirt....
I've been looking at the NAA mini-revolvers and have the following questions for those that own and have experience with them....
1) Is there a noticeable difference in the effectivness of .22mag vs. .22lr shotshell performance?
2) Does the barrel length make a difference in performance between the shorter options 1 1/8 vs. 1 5/8 on either shotshell or regular ammo?
3) What about muzzle blast - .22mag vs. .22lr - 1 1/8 vs 1 5/8?
4) Weight or size difference - any noticeable difference between the .22mag and .22lr versions - I can't imagine the 1/2 inch difference in the barrel length between the 1 5/8 vs. 1 1/8 would matter?
Any other suggestions and/or opinions will be appreciated!
Thanks,
Tarheel59
The purpose is protection in summertime carry during outdoors activities - dogs, snakes, and the less likely to encounter two legged varmint.... clothing/cover will probably be limited to a pair of shorts and a t-shirt....
I've been looking at the NAA mini-revolvers and have the following questions for those that own and have experience with them....
1) Is there a noticeable difference in the effectivness of .22mag vs. .22lr shotshell performance?
2) Does the barrel length make a difference in performance between the shorter options 1 1/8 vs. 1 5/8 on either shotshell or regular ammo?
3) What about muzzle blast - .22mag vs. .22lr - 1 1/8 vs 1 5/8?
4) Weight or size difference - any noticeable difference between the .22mag and .22lr versions - I can't imagine the 1/2 inch difference in the barrel length between the 1 5/8 vs. 1 1/8 would matter?
Any other suggestions and/or opinions will be appreciated!
Thanks,
Tarheel59