A revolver is better than nothing. But there are better choices when that knock at the door could be a MS13 gang.
I bought my first gun at the first local gun show after I turned 18.
A .38 is an excellent choice. I’d probably have recommended a .357 with .38s and a pump shotgun.
But it’s governed by personal preferences at some point.
The learning curve on a revolver is low.
“A revolver is better than nothing. But there are better choices when that knock at the door could be a MS13 gang.”
Force Battalion training stressed one thing that stood out in my mind. “The purpose of a pistol is to shoot your way to your shotgun.”
Force Battalion training was professionally developed by experienced cadre, gleaned from countless hours of hands on experience, updated techniques and application as needed, and thoroughly trained and rehearsed scenario’s acheived the utmost fluidity during difficult and stressed environments.
Since the applicants and trainees were already qualified Rifleman, rifle proficiencies were not part of the curriculum, it was all short-range close in combat weapons and tactics.
Yes. A .38 Special is the absolute bare minimum. One of the 9mm wonder 9 semi automatic pistols would be better. Better still would be an AR-15.
At least it ain’t going to jam on the newbie.
True enough, but a revolver is a good first gun. Simple, and reliable.