For handguns the writer seems to favor semiautomatics. I will generally agree - to a point. For things that go bump in the night I favor a double action revolver - mine is a .357 mag. The double action’s harder trigger pull give you some additonal time to be sure of your target and back off. Some semi’s are not as forgiving, except for those who can be set up for a double action first trigger pull. A revolver is simpler in operation - key if deaing with a middle of the night event. However, during awake periods, semi’s offer more rounds and good fire power.
I like my shotgun for things that go bump in the night. The sound of a shell getting racked in the dark is enough to bring many to Jesus!
I have an older Colt 38 special revolver in my bedside table. It belonged to my husband. I have to cock the hammer to fire it because the trigger pull is so hard for me to pull.
I wanted a gun downstairs and went searching for one I could fire easily. The salesman recommended the Ruger LCR 38 special+P double-action revolver. I was concerned about the strength required to fire it. The one he showed me had a lock on it as required. He went to the safe somewhere and got one with no lock, came back and handed it to me under the counter so no one would see that as he wasn't supposed to do that. With the gun still down there, I pulled that double action trigger with no problem, it was easy.
You said, “harder trigger pull” and that doesn't apply to this Ruger. I can feel it going through the first stage but it smoothly goes on to the firing stage. Maybe this is different than other double actions? I read this gun is chosen by many in law enforcement as a backup weapon because it is light and easy to hide and has no outward hammer to get caught on something.
Thought I would pass this info. to you about this weapon.
Just got a S&W 59. Over 30 years old. Well broken in. Accurate too. My first weap...er... pistol ever (not pc to call it a weapon, I’m told). Not sure I want HP for home defense ammo. The 9mm should have good takedown capacity by itself. Being an attorney, I’d kinda like the perp to survive, so I can grow my business. :) Thoughts?
I totally disagree with that kind of rationalization. If you go by the four rules, you will have already made the decision to fire before your finger ever touches the trigger. Don't count on a harder trigger pull to save you from shooting at something you shouldn't be.
As for wheel guns, I have no use for them. I'll take my Glock 23 with 13 rounds any day. And if I'm out in the woods, I can push 40 bullets out the barrel of my SA XD45 in less than 30 seconds. Try that with a wheel gun.
I agree, to a point.
While ANY firearm operated indoors has an incredible amount of noise and muzzle flash, a .357 magnum cartridge in a revolver is INCREDIBLE loud AND has a muzzle flash like you've never seen. Something to consider. I do like my wheel gun, but I also think I'd feel better indoors if I felt like I wouldn't be blinded by the flash of that big magnum cartridge....