[Travis McGee]

I think the best pistol is the one you like and shoot the best.

For some, that may be a revolver, for some it might me a .22 target pistol.

[wardaddy]

You're right...and if you want simple and almost fail-proof then a revolver is the ticket....I have just never been as accurate with them ....but I'm improving. My wife's little titanium .38 hammerless has the sharpest recoil of any pistol I've shot (due to it's 10.7 oz weight) but it's perfect for her to pull from her purse and empty 5 Glazers into an assailant 5-10 feet away ...if need be.

I work in a rough part of town and I'm always chatting with lady customers about their best protection....I always advise a light .38/357 or maybe a .44 special...but always a simple lightweight revolver....it ain't rocket science is it?? and you need not be a crack shot.

As for home protection for a single female (or anybody else)...a big loyal territorial male dog is also a must. My 70 year old mom is well served by her 100 lb Dobie...and her lightweight .38/357....she took the course and has had her CCW for 3 years now since my dad passed on.

regards.