What Handguns Keep You Comapny On Those Long, Cold, and Lonely Night's?

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Ala Dan

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Greeting's All, I thought this would be an interesting subject!

For me, let's start with the Revolver: My all time
favorite J-frame is a Smith & Wesson model 60 (- nothing)
with a "R" serial number prefix. Commonly referred to as
a stainless steel "Chief's Special" this little gem has a 2"
barrel, and is of .38 Special caliber. Introduced in 1965
by Smith & Wesson, they became a "fan favorite" of
U.S. service personnel assigned to the hot, humid
jungles of Southeast Asia. This fine firearm currently
serves in the role of a "duty firearm"; as I am hereby
restricted to revolver's in my job as a security consultant.

Next up here in the cold month of January, is the newest
member of my stable of firearms; a.357 Smith & Wesson 6"
barrel 686-5. Produced in 2000 it is of course, the round
butted configuration. Accurate as all get out; and very
capeable of excellent target work, or putting small to
medium sized game on the table. However, the DA
trigger pull is not quite up to snuff; but these day's,
most of my shooting is done in the single-action mode.

Moving on up the ladder, we have a 1999 production
Smith & Wesson 629-5, 5" barrel .44 magnum "Classic".
Aw! another fan favorite; cuz you gotta love 'em 5" tubes.
"Classic" is an excellent name for this firearm, as the
workmanship is almost unbelieveable on this weapon.
Fit and finish are superb; not to mention a double-action
that is "buttery smooth", and would rival that found on
some of the older Smith & Wesson N-frames.


Next, our second category will be Auto Loader's.

Kicking off this segment will be the stainless steel,
American made Walther PPK that I purchased this
month back in 1995, for my daughter. Actually, she
picked it out; and I footed the bill. With all the bad
publicity out there concerning this small autoloader
of .380 caliber; we have NEVER experienced any
kind'a problem with it, using all types of ammo
including JHP's. I guess we got a good one, UH?
At any rate, this serves as her primary defense
CCW piece; constantly accompanying her where
ever its legal!

Next, in line is my West German produced and
assembled SIG-Sauer P228 9m/m. All the good
qualities of SIG-Sauer firearms were put into
this weapon! And I was lucky enough to obtain
one compltete with (2) preban high capacity
magazine's. This gun is highly accurate for a
"compact" firearm; quite often out performing
my previously owned two-tone SIG-Sauer P226.

Now, I saved the best for last. Yes, thats right!
My famed and beloved SIG-Sauer P220A, a 1995
West German produced and assembled .45 caliber
self-loader. A firearm of which I have entrusted my
life to since the summer of 1988 (as it was the very
first one); and one that has saved my bacon during
my days as a LEO! One word sums up this firearm:
RELIABILITY, SECOND TO NONE. It's sleek
design, superb accuracy, andf superior craftsmanship
all aid the benefit's found in this out-standing firearm.


And there you have it, as these great firearms will keep
me and my family company for many year's to come, I
hope? Cuz, in my way of thinking: If something work's
well; I ain't about to change!

Good Night Ladies and Gentlemen, and Thanks For Reading-

Respectfully,
Ala Dan, N.R.A. Life Member
 
Ala Dan,
Why don't you tell us how you really feel about the SIG P220? :)

I like my winter pistol to carry a bit more oomph, to penetrate several layers of clothing and winter coats. My choice? Why the SIG 220 of course. I like 'em in all flavors; old-school West German heel release models, American models, and my new darlin', the 220ST.

But in winter, you think the cold-heart of Russia, so I like Makarovs as a winter gun....cold, old, and commie. You can almost smell the beet soup and Vodka!
:D
 
Hi, very interesting that in these days of auto-pistols.
That there are still shooters that by choice or regulations..
are still carrying Revolvers.

I Had to carry a model 66 for many a year. The day i was
able to carry a .45 ( my off-duty gun). I felt FREEE!
Kind of makes you wonder if the security agencies
and some police depts will ever change over to autos??

As you like SIGs very much. I hope that you can someday
carry one at your work.
Also liking SIG autos. I'm kind of the Black Sheep of firearms.
Finding the CZ75 to be the best fitting/shooting 9mm ever
for me. The SIG 220-the best .45 acp.

Now that CZs are no longer a 'mystery gun' we have more options. one of them is the CZ-P01. A compact 13-shot NINE
with features of old and new Cee-Zed technology.

Yes, even a light rail is on it. Gives it a no nonsense business
look. The P-01 is light on the hip, and handles very well.
PT-Nites for low light..or the Streamlight M-3 tactical lamp.
Not to mention- the one-of-a-kind P-01 custom Hakan grips.
Speer Gold-Dot 124 gr +P or South African SENTRY rounds...
With 2 CZ 15-shot hi-caps as spares.
 

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Like my friend AlaDan I'm also restricted to revolvers on duty. Recently changed over from my 3" 65 to a 2 1/2" 19. Switched grips and use same holster so not much change really. 19's just a bit more fun to make small groups with because of better sights. I do miss the chamfered chambers for reloads A LOT more than I would have expected.

Now on my own time my 4506 has been getting a lot of workouts lately:cool:
 
As A Former LEO

Greeting's CZF, And A Big Ole' Hearty Welcome To THR

Many thanks for the kind word's, my friend. In regards
to self-loader's, I think that most police departments
are now comfortable with officer's toting these on an
every day basis. OTOH, the private security industry
just seems to not want to accept the responsibility for
their officer's carrying a semi-automatic handgun.

Take in my case, I am restricted to a revolver as I said;
and for GOD's sake, they don't even want me to carry
that! OUCH But in my daily routine, quite often I am
confronted by drug addict's, wine O's, street whore's,
gang banger's, pan handler's, and the like. I hereby
go on record as flatly refusing to work this job without
proper protection; mainly a firearm! So, the little
Smith & Wesson model 60 .38 caliber "Chief's Special"
rides in a padded Safariland thumb-break holster every
day that I report for duty. I qualify regularly at the local
police department firing range; never shooting less than
a 100% with the snubby. The company's insurance under
writer's say I have too be there; so I can't seem to see
the problem?

As the ole' saying goes, "Its better to have a gun and
not need it; than it is to need it, and not have it". I
refuse to be a victim!

Best Wishes,
Ala Dan, N.R.A. Life Member
 
I work nights as well, and I carry what they Issue, a S&W Model 65 .357mag.

Off duty I carry a Sig P239TT with Siglites in .357Sig.:D
 
Hello, Ala Dan!

Though I prefer either the BHP or a 1911, my primary bedroom pistol is kind of up your alley, so to speak, a SIG-Sauer P220 .45 ACP. The reason is that my wife, not a shooter, has and can use a SIG-Sauer P225 and this one works the very same way.

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I still have a pretty good supply of Corbon +P 200 gr JHPs, the "pre-Gold Dots" that feed fine and group really well.

It's loaded with either the load mentioned above (left) or the Federal 230 gr "Classic" JHP. Both did well in the "scientific" mud tests. Hahahahaha! Seriously, I've shot animals with both and both "worked" fine.

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My "always" gun is close to hand as well. I'd prefer the automatic, but would grab this one instead of yelling "help" were that the only other option.

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It's loaded with Remington 158 gr +P LSWCHP, but in other snubs not rated for such use, I use Federal's 125 gr std pressure Nyclad HPs, though my supply is down to about 200 such rounds.

Here they are...

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...and after "scientific" testing...

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Were it just me, I'd go with a 9mm BHP or 1911 .45 ACP.

Best.
 
You know I am going to pass on my original answer the same reason Casey passed on the first pitch.;)
But I can't believe someone hasn't tee off on it yet. :D
As for a serious answer I would go with my Hi Power.
 
Not half bad, folk's!

As a matter of fact, some very nice weaponary thus far.
And as always, Mr. Camp gave us an excellent point of
view! Many thanks Steve; and when you grow tired of
your collection, remember I'm in Old DixieLand. (LOL)

Keep the fire going folk's; the mercury is suppose to
dip into the low 20's here, within the next few days!

Best Wishes,
Ala Dan, N.R.A. Life Member
 
USP .45 has always given me the warm fuzzies, just the thing for those long and lonely nights.
 
I`m such a tramp. My BHP`s, my BDM, my 1927, my little friend the Kahr MK9 or maybe the Model 10 or my NYC walking around gun, the Colt DS. You`re never outgunned with a revolver that you`ve shot a few thousand rounds through.:D

Nice Sig Steven. Hmm.
 
When out and about around town it's my SIG Sauer P220. If I'm out in the desert it's my G20. Sometimes I carry something else, but most of the time it's my P220.
 
preWife days: Springer MilSpec-made itself by keeping me safe more than once. Now Revolvers all around: Model 10HB/M49/various Rugers. Blame it on having a guaranteed date; cant spend all that time fondling steel.:)
 
On those cold nights, I always have my 686-5 Snubby close at hand. Stocked with Craig Spegel's boot grips and stoked with Remington 158gr. SJHP's, It gives me that "Warm & Fuzzy" feeling.
I truly hope my wife doesn't read this!! :eek:

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