7/25/2007 10:30:30 AM
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Section 8: Handguns Subject: 9mm revolvers Msg# 475881
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I'm a realist, however, and I know that most people who carry these guns can't shoot them well enough to defend themselves at any distance, not even 25 yards. Fortunately, the odds of needing to shoot beyond one's immediate vicinity are slim to none, and most people carrying snubs are banking on that fact. Men, I certainly have no intent of trying to convince you that you're wrong and I'm right, as there isn't any wrong or right here. All I'm saying is that I personally believe that a tiny defensive revolver is optimized for defense by having a snag-free hammer and DAO capability. The bobbed or concealed hammer makes the gun draw smoothly from under clothing while the DAO trigger negates any suggestion that these guns should be fired in SA mode for defense. |
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For reference, the above message is a reply to a message where: I agree with all the points you make and I also would not recommend a snub-nosed revolver as the only self defense gun a person carries. If someone decided to do that, anyway, I would recommend that they pick one with that could be fired single action and become an expert with it. |