BerettaNut92
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The specops comment was tongue in cheek...seems like there's always some pull towards whatever pistol (Kimbers as of late) if some highspeed group is using them.
Which do you prefer?
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Aleko
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I find revolvers very uncomfortable to shoot (ergonomics), and pretty bulky compared to autoloaders of the same "class", so you can guess which one I voted for. 
Besides, semi-autos are so much more tactical.
Besides, semi-autos are so much more tactical.
Kamicosmos
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I voted Both, and own several examples of Both.
jade
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semi. i have never found a comfortable grip on a revolver. i know i'm just weird, but i really don't like their feel.
Ala Dan
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Greeting's All-
10-Ring my friend, it really depends on the occassion.
As posted under the General Discussion Forum, lately
my interest have been with revolver's; this after carrying a
.45 caliber SIG-SAUER P220A for a number of year's. So, I
had to vote for BOTH!
Best Wishes,
Ala Dan, N.R.A. Life Member
10-Ring my friend, it really depends on the occassion.
As posted under the General Discussion Forum, lately
my interest have been with revolver's; this after carrying a
.45 caliber SIG-SAUER P220A for a number of year's. So, I
had to vote for BOTH!
Best Wishes,
Ala Dan, N.R.A. Life Member
I voted "Both". While I prefer semis for carry (I carry a Makarov) I still like wheel guns, particulary single actions. I have a singel action .22LR/.22Mag thats a blast to shoot.
The next handguns on my "to buy list" are:
Beretta Jetfire .25 ACP
Ruger Valqero in .44-40
I hear that both are being "dis-continued" so I better get them as soon as I can
The next handguns on my "to buy list" are:
Beretta Jetfire .25 ACP
Ruger Valqero in .44-40
I hear that both are being "dis-continued" so I better get them as soon as I can
jar
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'cept for my Smith Top Breaks
CZ-100
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I picked BOTH. If it is a gun it is GOOD
cool45auto
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Semi's. I don't dislike wheelguns, I just haven't warmed up to them yet.
7.62FullMetalJacket
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cool9mm, I was an automaniac as well, primarily from training in autos. I finally explored the revolvers, and I was shocked. You really need to explore the revolvers.
P95Carry
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Lurv auto's ..................
But - revo's rock!
But - revo's rock!
SwordSmith3
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I like revolvers personally. Autos are cool, but not as fun.
Especially the 38 or the 357mag.
Especially the 38 or the 357mag.
I love both.
They each have their advantages. Autos offer a lot of firepower in a compact package. Buy a good brand and they can be almost as reliable as a revolver.
That being said, the only gun that I keep readily available in the bedroom is a Smith & Wesson 357. There is just something to be said for a gun that you never have to wonder if it's loaded, will never jam and has no safety to manipulate
They each have their advantages. Autos offer a lot of firepower in a compact package. Buy a good brand and they can be almost as reliable as a revolver.
That being said, the only gun that I keep readily available in the bedroom is a Smith & Wesson 357. There is just something to be said for a gun that you never have to wonder if it's loaded, will never jam and has no safety to manipulate
7.62FullMetalJacket
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Dead on, cosmonick. That is what I discovered.
Standing Wolf
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I'll always prefer revolvers to semi-automatic pistols. That saidâ„¢, my best .22 caliber guns are all semi-automatics.
mountainclmbr
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Right now my two carry guns are Para 12.45 and Kahr MK40.
I have had times when I had concern:
1.I went to a public restroom. As I was leaving a "youth" was standing in the doorway with large knife and said "give me your money". I said that I did not have any, which was true. He ran, and let me live. I had no way of protecting myself. I felt so weak. I was not old enough to own a gun.
2. Motorcycle gang blocking a road where I knew a carjacking/assault had occurred about 1 month before by motorcycle gang in rural Florida. I had a Dan Wesson 44 mag in the car...loaded. I floored my car and they scattered, but chased me. I had the gun in my hand when I had to stop behind traffic at a traffic light. They chickened out. Lucky for them.
3 Had my apartment door kicked in by a home invader that probably followed me home from the grocery store because I was driving a Porsche. I heard noise and had a Charter Arms 44 SPL that I was bringng up, just after my door was kicked in, and the home invader stopped charging and ran. I believe his clothing prevented my carpet from being soiled.
4. I was driving home from work when I saw that the car next to me was a car full of "Gang Members" that were tailing an elderly woman in a Mercedes and were motioning like they were targeting her. I had a Glock 30 in the glove compartment and felt confident honking at them and waving my finger. Thet took off weaving through traffic. The woman in the Mercedes never knew anything.
5. Was at an ATM on a sunny Sunday afternoon. As I was finishing the transaction A car pulled up behind me with 5 "youths" with bandannas on their heads. They were in the handicapped space. They were saying "yougeddim, no yougeddim". I grabbed my money and ATM card and made haste back to my car. I had a colt ponylite .380 in my pocket. When I was in my car, the other car peeled out of the parking lot.
Once I had no weapon, twice I had fairly powerful revolvers, twice I had semi-autos. I currently carry a Kahr MK40 if I can't conceal easily and a Para-Ordnance 12.45 LDA when I can conceal. The concealability seems to outweigh the reliability of revolvers. But, if I had my choice I would have my Mossberg 500 with 00B.
I have had times when I had concern:
1.I went to a public restroom. As I was leaving a "youth" was standing in the doorway with large knife and said "give me your money". I said that I did not have any, which was true. He ran, and let me live. I had no way of protecting myself. I felt so weak. I was not old enough to own a gun.
2. Motorcycle gang blocking a road where I knew a carjacking/assault had occurred about 1 month before by motorcycle gang in rural Florida. I had a Dan Wesson 44 mag in the car...loaded. I floored my car and they scattered, but chased me. I had the gun in my hand when I had to stop behind traffic at a traffic light. They chickened out. Lucky for them.
3 Had my apartment door kicked in by a home invader that probably followed me home from the grocery store because I was driving a Porsche. I heard noise and had a Charter Arms 44 SPL that I was bringng up, just after my door was kicked in, and the home invader stopped charging and ran. I believe his clothing prevented my carpet from being soiled.
4. I was driving home from work when I saw that the car next to me was a car full of "Gang Members" that were tailing an elderly woman in a Mercedes and were motioning like they were targeting her. I had a Glock 30 in the glove compartment and felt confident honking at them and waving my finger. Thet took off weaving through traffic. The woman in the Mercedes never knew anything.
5. Was at an ATM on a sunny Sunday afternoon. As I was finishing the transaction A car pulled up behind me with 5 "youths" with bandannas on their heads. They were in the handicapped space. They were saying "yougeddim, no yougeddim". I grabbed my money and ATM card and made haste back to my car. I had a colt ponylite .380 in my pocket. When I was in my car, the other car peeled out of the parking lot.
Once I had no weapon, twice I had fairly powerful revolvers, twice I had semi-autos. I currently carry a Kahr MK40 if I can't conceal easily and a Para-Ordnance 12.45 LDA when I can conceal. The concealability seems to outweigh the reliability of revolvers. But, if I had my choice I would have my Mossberg 500 with 00B.
7.62FullMetalJacket
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mountainclmbr,
Now I know why you are on a mountaintop in Colorado. I hate cities too.
Now I know why you are on a mountaintop in Colorado. I hate cities too.
jacketch
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My only preference is for the best tool for the job at hand. A firearm is a tool.
ACP
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mountainclmbr, excellent examples. You have led quite a life. Glad you made it out of all those situations okay.
I carry revolvers and semi-autos. My most carried piece is a S&W 642: simple, reliable, lightweight, small, powerful enough (I believe) with 158-gr. LSWCHP +P to take care of most confrontations.
I carry revolvers and semi-autos. My most carried piece is a S&W 642: simple, reliable, lightweight, small, powerful enough (I believe) with 158-gr. LSWCHP +P to take care of most confrontations.
Ringer
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I like the ones that go "bang" when you pull the trigger
I voted both - my only gun was a wheelgun for many years, lately been shooting mostly semi's. I guess I'm slightly partial to my ole 586 but I don't shoot it much lately.
I voted both - my only gun was a wheelgun for many years, lately been shooting mostly semi's. I guess I'm slightly partial to my ole 586 but I don't shoot it much lately.
Zeke Menuar
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My M686 and my '58 Remington clone are for fun
LW Commander for more serious work.
ZM
LW Commander for more serious work.
ZM
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