semi or revolver

[David E]

You can blacken out the white dots with a Sharpie. I'd leave the front sight alone and just black out the rear sight dots.

Some guns allow you to reverse the rear sight, but I'm not sure if the CZ is one of them.

I had the rear sight on my XD reversed and serrated and find the sight picture much better, even compared to replacement Heinie sights.

 

[Mike J]

David E I just want to clarify I wasn't meaning for the OP to leave the black tape on permanently. I was just thinking it would allow him to see if it made a difference without permanently altering the pistol.

 

[snapshot762]

My vote is to stick with what you know and like. If a revolver is better for you stick with that. Not to mention that if your wife likes the CZ and is good with it, as the saying goes Happy wife, Happy life!

 

[Hondo 60]

I carry either a Ruger SP101 or a S&W Model 38.
Both are 5-shots, & I feel plenty well armed with either.
So obviously I voted to keep what you have & know, let her have the CZ

 

[stinger 327]

I carry either a Ruger SP101 or a S&W Model 38.
Both are 5-shots, & I feel plenty well armed with either.
So obviously I voted to keep what you have & know, let her have the CZ

I like that Lipsey special edition SP-101.

 

[Revolver Ocelot]

I like that Lipsey special edition SP-101.

I'm quite fond of my sp101

 

[CraigC]

You are now just being annoying. I qualified it with *almost* and stated it is not useful for preparing for rapid fire with a centerfire revolver.

Go pound sand.

I took your post the same way and I think that's how you intended it. Now you're just backpedaling. I have to agree with David E on the value of .22LR practice.

I have trained extensively with semi-autos and once with revolvers.

Then I guess folks should probably look elsewhere for credible instruction on revolver shooting.

 

[Rob1109]

I also like the NY RELOAD! 642 in the right from pocket and an LCR in left. They're so similar = makes no difference.

Best.

 

[Tcruse]

Understand your thoughts. Every time I have shot or handled a revolver, I think "Why would anyone actually want to own such a beast?" when they could own a nice Glock (or even Ruger SR or S&W M&P)

 

[CraigC]

Every time I have shot or handled a revolver, I think "Why would anyone actually want to own such a beast?" when they could own a nice Glock (or even Ruger SR or S&W M&P)

I think the same thing whenever I handle or look at a "Glock, even Ruger SR or S&W M&P". Revolvers can handle any chore, polymer autos are way too limited in their application.

 

[22-rimfire]

Understand your thoughts. Every time I have shot or handled a revolver, I think "Why would anyone actually want to own such a beast?" when they could own a nice Glock (or even Ruger SR or S&W M&P)

That's what makes the world go around. Different strokes for different folks. I prefer revolvers, but I have both.

 

[just for fun]

I sure do get tired of being told over and again about much better autos are. Shooting revolvers for over 50 years, I have yet to read for the first time ANYONE suggesting that you need to (1) put a couple hundred rounds through that revolver to "break it in" and to sure that it "likes" what your feeding it!! SAY WHAT!? and (2) continue to practice your "slap, rack, tap drill" to the point it becomes automatic when you have a malfunction with your revolver!
Thanks, Bud, I'll keep your suggestions in mind.

 

[jim243]

"Just for fun",

Everyone has a right to like what ever best suites them. So I am happy that you are happy with your revolvers.

But in all fairness, you can clear a jam or misfeed in a semi-auto, that can not be said for a revolver that would require you to take it to a gunsmith, and yes they do jam and break on occasion.

Jim

 

[CraigC]

...that can not be said for a revolver..

True but it's a much more rare occurrence. Revolvers don't fail to eject, misfeed or stovepipe and when they misfire, just try again.

 

[Old Fuff]

Today's best pistols are very reliable, even in the worst of environments. But unlike revolvers they are totally dependent on the ammunition used in them. Any handgun can be rendered useless by a mechanical failure or part breakage, but revolvers can avoid failure-to-feed/failure-to-extract or eject issues.

 

[Meeteetse]

Who cares!! You should be proficient in as many platforms/gun systems as you can, especially if you have different types around the house. Because you and your wife like both semi's and revolvers, learn to use them all well, then pick the one you like and shoot the best as your primary and she should do the same. That way you will feel comfortable no matter what gun you grab when something goes bump in the night.

Around my house, all guns are available for everyone in the house and we train that way, but we each have a favorite. I have taught and taken classes with a semi and the next time with a revolver. Variety is the spice of life.

 

[Gun Master]

Semi / Revolver ?

Yes, I like variety too. I usually carry a S&W Airweight Bodyguard in my pocket. It's light and dependable, and doesn't tend to pull my pants down at Kroger. Mas Importante ! I'm planning on trying a shoulder rig with my CZ-82 , when it's cooler, under my jacket. More rounds, but a little heavier.

 

[jpruitt]

True but it's a much more rare occurrence. Revolvers don't fail to eject, misfeed or stovepipe and when they misfire, just try again.

Unless you've got a squib load.

 

[David E]

Unless you've got a squib load.

Would a semi auto handle the squib load better?

You're SOL with either platform.

 

[peacemaker45]

Or a high primer. Or debris on the cylinder face. Or have a primer back out. Or a stuck case. Or get one under the extractor star. Or you bend the ejector rod. Or...

There are plenty of things that can go wrong with a revolver. Many of those things are harder to fix than the equivalent problem on a semi.

People who maintain that revolvers always work are people who don't shoot them enough.

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[David E]

Or a high primer. Or debris on the cylinder face.

Bill Jordan properly pointed out these situations are easily tested by lifting the hammer enough to disengage the bolt and rotating the cylinder. Either of those problems will reveal itself immediately.

Or have a primer back out.

When's the last time you ever had a primer back out on a full load? Yeah, me neither.

Or a stuck case.

Don't recall the last time I had a stuck case, either. But how would a semi auto handle it better?

Or get one under the extractor star.

Proper technique prevents that.

Or you bend the ejector rod.

Never have bent one in over 30 years. How about you?

There are plenty of things that can go wrong with a revolver. Many of those things are harder to fix than the equivalent problem on a semi.

SOME of them are harder to fix, true, but not most of them. And few of the problems are "equivalent." Bad round? Pull trigger vs tap/rack/bang. Bullet profile not compatible?Non-existent vs tap/rack/bang, perhaps multiple times. Double feed? Non-existent vs lock/rip/rack-rack-rack/reload/rack.

People who maintain that revolvers always work are people who don't shoot them enough.

People who maintain that revolvers jam as often as semi autos are people who don't shoot revolvers much.

 

[Gun Master]

Or a high primer. Or debris on the cylinder face. Or have a primer back out. Or a stuck case. Or get one under the extractor star. Or you bend the ejector rod. Or...

There are plenty of things that can go wrong with a revolver. Many of those things are harder to fix than the equivalent problem on a semi.

People who maintain that revolvers always work are people who don't shoot them enough.

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Dude ! Get a Hogue Grip !

 

[CraigC]

Unless you've got a squib load.

Yeah, because we know that just happens all the time. Along with all the stuff that Mat posted. Mmmm hmmm.

 

[peacemaker45]

Who said anything about "as often?" I didn't. I just said that they can. But then, six for nearly sure doesn't have quite the same ring to it, does it?

Anyhow, as for the various malfunctions I mentioned, the high primer, backed out case, stuck case, and debris on the cylinder face were all things I saw yesterday at a cowboy match. The bent rod is something I've done myself, twice. Once, several years ago after taking a class which recommended actuating the ejector with the palm, rather than finger or thumb and getting the angle wrong, and once when trying to figure out how to run a revolver left handed. None of them are things I just dreamed up to argue about on the web.

But even so, I'm not saying that revolvers jam a lot, or are unreliable. That'd be silly. With quality ammunition and proper technique, they're very reliable. But then, with proper ammunition, techniques, and good mags, so are semi autos.

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[CharlieDeltaJuliet]

Well, she sounds like a good woman(she like firearms at least) the gun can be replaced, women that offer that kind of love and support are few and far between. M

My wife will shoot with me to stay proficient, but the enjoyment isn't there. It is a tool to her and nothing more. However she I'd bu me a NightForce ATACR, when my gunsmith was building my Win Mag.