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52. if I had a job as a LEO, I would prefer to carry a semiautomatic pistol and perhaps a S&W ...

Wed Apr 16, 2014, 06:15 PM

Apr 2014

J-Frame revolver as a BUG (back up gun).

But I am merely a citizen. The chances of my ever having to use a firearm for legitimate self defense outside my home are extremely slim especially since I practice situational awareness and never go looking for trouble. If I am attacked, my S&W Model 642 will most likely be an adequate self defense weapon.

When I first got my carry permit, I tried to carry a full sized 1911 Colt .45 automatic pistol. I later bought a slightly more compact .40 Beretta Centurion. Both weapons were heavy and uncomfortable and were a pain to carry.

I finally bought the S&W Model 642. I found it to be an extremely light revolver that I could grab and drop into my pocket on my way out the door. I started to carry on a regular basis.

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A message to all the snub-nose revolver haters: You�re wrong [View all] Jgarrick Apr 2014 OP

I don't get why you don't post this at a gun site where upaloopa Apr 2014 #1

From the Statement of Purpose for Gun Control & RKBA: Jgarrick Apr 2014 #4

No upaloopa Apr 2014 #7

Then I suggest you try to change the SOP of this group...because as it stands, discussion Jgarrick Apr 2014 #8

Gun culture is a culture of death. upaloopa Apr 2014 #10

Do you really believe the hyperbole you spout SQUEE Apr 2014 #13

It is truth period upaloopa Apr 2014 #18

the Religious Zealouts, so rightly mocked here and in American society SQUEE Apr 2014 #20

Would you care to answer the question, please? Are discussions of guns for self-defense on-topic Jgarrick Apr 2014 #15

I am not concerned with this group as it stands alone and apart upaloopa Apr 2014 #19

And yet you post here. Would you answer the question, please? Jgarrick Apr 2014 #21

You read what my answer is upaloopa Apr 2014 #23

You don't like the group. I get that. Would you answer the question, please? Jgarrick Apr 2014 #26

In my opinion yes but then I don't see what that has to do upaloopa Apr 2014 #28

Thank you for the direct answer. As to what it has to do with anything, Jgarrick Apr 2014 #35

I knew you had a post all set up and ready upaloopa Apr 2014 #38

before you go, can we agree on this: gejohnston Apr 2014 #40

if I had a job as a LEO, I would prefer to carry a semiautomatic pistol and perhaps a S&W ... spin Apr 2014 #52

When my brothers were on the local PD gejohnston Apr 2014 #59

oh, the horror.. SQUEE Apr 2014 #45

No, it is not a perfect fit. SQUEE Apr 2014 #27

Sorry I don't buy that line of blame. upaloopa Apr 2014 #49

You have no idea what i do to foster responsible ownership SQUEE Apr 2014 #50

You may not like to hear this but the gun control movement did start with an effort ... spin Apr 2014 #56

Respectfully, upaloopa. Guns aren't the only topic that offends DU members. NYC_SKP Apr 2014 #32

Believe me I use all the features upaloopa Apr 2014 #33

No, guns don't equal Hillary but the point is still valid. Some people don't want to see either. NYC_SKP Apr 2014 #34

What I do is put posters on ignore if they post the same upaloopa Apr 2014 #39

I agree with you on that one. NYC_SKP Apr 2014 #42

Many of us have a lot more in common than not upaloopa Apr 2014 #43

And there are those who disagree with you. SQUEE Apr 2014 #11

What I say what you say is opinion. upaloopa Apr 2014 #17

"I think guns have no place in a progressive discussion board. " DonP Apr 2014 #16

It is a sad statement... sarisataka Apr 2014 #24

False-consensus effect is endemic within the ranks of the firearms averse friendly_iconoclast Apr 2014 #37

This message was self-deleted by its author friendly_iconoclast Apr 2014 #36

Then go start your own Progressive Discussion Board.. MicaelS Apr 2014 #25

Important info for the "why does anyone need a semi-automatic" pistol crowd. geckosfeet Apr 2014 #53

Forgot the link N/T DonP Apr 2014 #2

Corrected, thanks! n/t Jgarrick Apr 2014 #3

Wheel guns are safe and easy to use. rrneck Apr 2014 #5

Have you checked out the Para Warthog micro 1911? Jgarrick Apr 2014 #6

I read somewhere rrneck Apr 2014 #12

The 3 inch 1911's have had problems and may still DonP Apr 2014 #29

Sound advice. nt rrneck Apr 2014 #31

Yep, you know what they say, pull the trigger 19 times, it goes bang 11. Bazinga Apr 2014 #41

That would be like putting a brick in your pocket. ManiacJoe Apr 2014 #47

Maximum width of a Warthog: 1.30". S&W Model 642: 1.36". Jgarrick Apr 2014 #51

A little arthritis in my non-shooting hand put me onto snubbies DonP Apr 2014 #9

Believe it or not back in the day rrneck Apr 2014 #14

I picked up a used L frame with a 6 inch barrel, a 686-4 in .357 DonP Apr 2014 #22

That picture bugs the hell out of me Riftaxe Apr 2014 #30

The gun was not loaded for the picture. ManiacJoe Apr 2014 #48

I happen to own an S&W 442 exactly like that one BigAlanMac Apr 2014 #58

I never had any thoughts about whether it is or not Riftaxe Apr 2014 #63

The J-Frame S&W in the picture is one of the most popular handguns for concealed carry ... spin Apr 2014 #44

If I decide to carry, gejohnston Apr 2014 #46

My wife carry the 642 version of this with Crimson Trace grips. ileus Apr 2014 #54

I bought two of these, Yavapai Apr 2014 #57

Never have shot a J Frame. I'd like to eventually get a Ruger LCR in 38spl. Skeeter Barnes Apr 2014 #55

The Smith and Wesson Model 60 is an excellent self defense gun SkatmanRoth Apr 2014 #60

I used to have a little toy snub nose pistol when I was about 5 or 6. Marshall III Apr 2014 #61

at 9 I learned to pipe down when serious talk was going on, SQUEE Apr 2014 #65

<editted by the author for civilities sake> Marshall III Apr 2014 #66

however, gejohnston Apr 2014 #67

I absolutely agree. A firearm is a tool with very real applications. Marshall III Apr 2014 #68

You mean this one? oneshooter Apr 2014 #69

No thanks. Marshall III Apr 2014 #71

I'm sure you are gonna make a sterling impression in all you do SQUEE Apr 2014 #72

Thanks for your concern. Marshall III Apr 2014 #73

No,I have not tendered ANY opinion on that one way or another. SQUEE Apr 2014 #74

I used to have to rely on others to protect me when I was 5 or 6. Jgarrick Apr 2014 #70

I'm happy with mine. pablo_marmol Apr 2014 #62

Yep, I carry one of those .... oldhippie Apr 2014 #64