[sarasota]

Is it very heavy? The problem I have with the Beretta is that I can’t pull back the slide. Used to (in the ‘80’s, but not anymore.:(

[bayliving]

Is it very heavy?

Nope! It is a small gun, more suited for my wife.

If she can handle it (seeing as it is a .357 magnum) then it shouldn't be a problem for most people.

I only see a problem if you have big hands. Then the grip could be a bit uncomfortable but all in all it is a very fine firing weapon.

[mad_as_he$$]

That is a very common problem. Last CCW class I was at there were two ladies that could not do it either. After some consideration I came up with two solutions that worked for them.

One modified her grip so her palm was on one side and four fingers on the other with her thumb pointing back. Also we got her to push with her trigger arm not just try to pull with the other - to be clear use BOTH arms to cycle the slide.

The second lady found that old hook the rear sight on the belt and push down worked well for her. I learned that technique from a Top at the John F. Kennedy School for Wayward Boys. He had been hit in the gun arm in Nam and improvised a way to cock his 45 - he felt it saved his life.