Revolver vs. Auto Decision...

[seeker_two]

I'm getting the impression that I should keep the revolver...

Thanks for all your help. I'll keep the Ruger & save a few more pennies to buy another gun (like I needed the encouragement... )

 

[Snowshoe]

I have owned four Security Sixes.
Three were stolen.
One was a gift to a favorite uncle. By ALL MEANS keep the Ruger.

FWIW, I now carry a GP-100. I have several autos, but nothing gives me a warm fuzzy like a .357.

 

[billcameron]

What do you see as the threat? You said a "truck gun", so are you concerned about someone trying to "carjack" you. If so I think we are talking point blank shooting with someone forcing open door or grapping you as you open truck door. For really close a revolver is less likely to fail as auto can be pushed out of battery or have slide hit seat, your body, whatever - and of course limp wristing in tense quick situation. If vehicle breaks down and you want to slip gun in pocket again I think vote goes to revolver. I like auto, esp glock 27 for carry in holster given light weight and small concealable size, but for glove compartment gun I think revolver is way to go.

 

[Onslaught]

If you like the Ruger, keep it.... If you aren't crazy about it anyway, sell it.

I buy/sell/trade all the time, but I've learned NEVER to sell a pistol you like for something you THINK you'll like better, or that you THINK will be a better choice... Besides, you won't get a lot of $$$ for a used Ruger revolver anyway... certainly not near what you paid for it.

Now, having said that... I'm NOT voting that you keep the revolver as your truck gun. I'm just voting to keep the revolver, period.

Save up a few $$$ and buy a 9mm semi-auto too. There are quite a few excellent choices for under $300. Call it "her" gun, if that helps you to get executive approval for the purchase...

You could easily use the 9mm in the truck if you want, because there's absolutely NOTHING wrong carrying a semi with one in the chamber... I also laugh when someone suggests that "the slide on a semi can be pushed back and out of battery". Has that EVER happened to ANYONE in a stressful situation??? A revolver can be made unfireable by grabbing the cylinder and holding firmly... What's the difference?

I've almost always used a semi as my "truck gun", and it has NEVER suffered any dirt related malfunctions. Some guys seem to think that "truck gun" means you keep it in the floorboard or under the front seat, just sliding around without a holster or any sort of protection/restraining device. I always keep mine high and dry, and in some sort of holster or other protective covering.

 

[firestar]

Keep the Ruger Security Six or sell it to me.

You will regret selling that gun, it is a classic and you won't get enough out of it to make it worthwhile anyway. A dealer might offer you $200.00 for it if you are really lucky but for that kind of money you should keep it. If someone wanted to give you $400-500 for it, then I might change my mind.

Quote:
"Third, revolvers are very shootable -- a person with less than top notch skills can usually do better with a revolver than with an auto pistol."

I don't think this is true, where is your evidence? I know several people that are not avid shooters that say it is much easier for them to shoot a auto than a revolver.

 

[firestar]

BTW, I am not really a revolver guy, I like 9mm autos best and I still say keep the revolver!

 

[Fatelvis]

I like revolvers, for thier ability to handle misfires and duds with just another pull of the trigger. I think you`re worrying about ballistics too much between the two. One or two good shots in the boiler room, and anyone will go down, reguardless of the caliber. (Within reason).

 

[Butch]

Keep the go round gun.

 

[Michael]

My first duty weapon was a stainless Ruger Security Six; great gun -- keep yours. I now carry a BHP in 9mm. I prefer it over the Ruger for a number of reasons, but would in no way feel armed inadequately if I had to return to the Ruger. Go with the majority. Keep the Ruger, buy a self-loader.

Michael

 

[nascarnhlnra]

First off any gun that I have already paid for isn't going anywhere I'm kinda wierd that way, so I would suggest the same as others keep the revolver and get the 9mm.

 

[Smoke]

I said get the auto ...but of course I have to qualify that.

First, can you have both?

Also I'm not a fan of 9mm but neither am I a fan of .38spl either.

Advantages of the auto are: Greater capacity & having Mags. Thats about it. If you do trade. Take your wife to the range and get her comfortable with the controls. She may like a 9mm auto.

 

[bpisler]

Forget the bottomfeeder and keep the revolver