I would really like to get a Kimber K6s, mainly because they're gorgeous and I love the triggers and design of them. I would likely carry it often. All things equal, I'd like to get the 3" double action model with the nice walnut grips.
For carry, I usually carry AIWB. I sometimes carry 4:00 or so when I know I have to do a lot of climbing or bending. I don't see the extra inch of barrel making a difference at 4:00 but I could see it protruding too far for AIWB depending on holster.
From looking at ballistics tests, the practical difference in muzzle velocity between those two lengths doesn't appear to be tremendous, even in .357 although 3" seems to get you better velocity and less of a fireball.
The longer sight radius is a plus but not a major one.
Anyways, are there major practical advantages to a longer barrel? I want something I can enjoy shooting at the range but also carry concealed easily.
For carry, I usually carry AIWB. I sometimes carry 4:00 or so when I know I have to do a lot of climbing or bending. I don't see the extra inch of barrel making a difference at 4:00 but I could see it protruding too far for AIWB depending on holster.
From looking at ballistics tests, the practical difference in muzzle velocity between those two lengths doesn't appear to be tremendous, even in .357 although 3" seems to get you better velocity and less of a fireball.
The longer sight radius is a plus but not a major one.
Anyways, are there major practical advantages to a longer barrel? I want something I can enjoy shooting at the range but also carry concealed easily.