A Single Action Six Gun for a carry gun??

Walks with gun said:
If you shoot it good, carry it, but due to the single action hammer, it could possibly open you up to charges if you accidently dropped the hammer if you cocked it before you were actually going to shoot. Just thinking.
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With a Single Action, you have to cock it before shooting. And when I pull my gun, there will never be any doubt about my intent to shoot.

Bob Wright
 
Some folk, under stress have the tendency to cock the gun or to show they mean business, not a good practice but some tend to do it anyhow, kinda like snapping the thumb safety off some auto's because they feel threatened. I've been carrying a single action for about 40 years now, if I remember right I'm pretty sure it has to be cocked before firing.
 
45 Dragoon- That's not an opinion, it's a fact. A single action revolver is NOT the best choice for SD. You want to carry one (as I already stated), go ahead.
 
"Not the best choice" hmmm . . . must be nice to know better than me whats best for me!
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That's what I was thinking.


That's not an opinion, it's a fact. A single action revolver is NOT the best choice for SD.
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No, it's opinion. Everyone has to make this decision for his/herself. It's not the best choice for everyone but for some people it is a viable one. Even if some don't think it's a good idea.


Number 8 looks great for riding the range in the Olde West.
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If I'm not mistaken the Threepersons holster was originally designed by a Texas lawman in the 1920's as a minimalist design, intended for gunfighting.


I wonder how long it would take to attract police attention in most towns, let alone cities, even if the carrier had a valid carry permit.
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Around here they don't notice much. Armed citizens are a welcomed sight in free states.
 
Saxon Pig

Says who?

Dont care really. When it concerns MY life, I'LL make the decision!! That's kinda what being free is all about. I also think that this is the kind of thing these posts turn into. It shows who understands what individual liberties are. Just because a panel, a group, or some guy in a forum that I dont know tells me whats best for me (and that its a FACT! Wow ) , I could give a whit!! You don't know me. You could carry a sling shot for all I care! I wouldn't feel right telling you not to (even though there is probably a better wepon) if that's what you are comfortable with.
I've had one occasion in my life when I felt THAT decision needed to be made. I had a cleaning service, I was alone (I thought) in the parking lot, it was about 2 a.m. The next thing I knew, this big guy walking towards me was walking pretty quick! I dropped the broom I had, reached in my coat and grabbed the handle of my Remy. Apparently I convinced him I had something and he stopped dead in his tracks. I didn't have to pull it but found out then and there that there is no doubt I would have dropped him !!
So, to put it mildly , I'll be damned if someone thinks they know whats better for me than me!!
 
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how many

I reach a point where I have to ask myself... "how many guns do I really need to take on this jaunt to be properly prepared?".

Consider, I tote my SA to the woods, as a Ruger B-Hawk .357 has always been a woods walker gun for me. Do you really need a second gun for the trip over and back in the truck, or for the stop for fuel or lunch? If so, now one has two guns in the truck...do you carry them both in for gas and a snack? How much spare ammo for both guns? Or, since I don't have a proper SD piece with me, just the SA, do I elect NOT to stop?

While the little Bearcat, and the long barreled Single-6 are not really SD guns, and I do carry another if they are the woods choice for the day, I have no reservations about depending on the B-hawk now and again when the odd occasion may arise.
 
My first firearm was a single-action 22 revolver. I currently have a SA 45 and a SA 44 magnum. I have been shooting single-action revolvers for about 35 years and am so used to operating them that I do so automatically, without even having to think about it. I would certainly not feel undergunned with either of mine.

But it is 2014, not 1873, and there are better options now. I would (and do) choose a good double-action revolver or good semi-auto pistol for CC 100 times out of 100.
 
Jackmoser65, bamaranger,
Nice post!!

Tallball, there ya go. You decided for yourself to change your cc. Thank you for not deciding mine for me.

Now, see pig, this is how to do this properly! Convincing is one thing, telling is another!!
 
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I have carried a single action in the past and would do so again before I would carry a DA. I grew up with SA's and cocking the hammer is second nature with me. The only problem I have with DA's is cocking the hammer with one hand is a little difficult, with a SA its easy. I do not shoot DA's in DA mode and no at 57 years of age I have no desire to learn. If I cant have my 1911 then give me a SA.
 
45 Dragoon- Take a pill and chill out. Why are you so angry? I ain't telling you anything except do what you want. You want to carry a SA revolver go ahead. What more do you want from me?

The fact remains the SA is not the best choice for SD. You choose to carry one that's your baby. I don't give a damn what you carry. You're happy with it then I'm happy for you. But it's still not the best choice in personal defense handguns. Can you kill a man with a SA revolver? Of course. Is it the best option in 2014? No.

As for "who says" try asking ANY self defense instructor.
 
But it is 2014, not 1873, and there are better options now. I would (and do) choose a good double-action revolver or good semi-auto pistol for CC 100 times out of 100.
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Exactly, and for those all indignant about the verdict from compelling evidence that DA and semi-auto handguns are advancements, no one has taken away your choice to carry what you like. I wouldn't want to challenge SA experts, but I think the ordinary Joe can be pretty effective with modern gun designs without the same gun handling skill level as a SA shooter.

Regardless, I plan to carry one (or two) of my SA guns whenever it suits me, keeping in mind that my Kimber, sort of a compact Commander, is still the ultimate weapon for me. I just happen to be on a revolver jag at the moment.
 
The dang things still have one advantage, in practiced (VERY practiced) hands.

Fastest first shot out of the holster. Esp. in a close-range mess.

They also have "interesting" benefits in terms of intimidation value, created by Hollywood. Even to those more sober-minded, anybody pointing an SA wheelgun in anger has to be viewed as either skilled or a nutcase, and neither is anybody you want to have a beef with.

:)
 
How's about one of them snubnoses. :D

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I have carried my Ruger Vaquero birdshead 3 1/4 45C from time to time using a pancake holster. I will have to disagree with you Saxonpig, if you grew up only shooting single actions all your life and never shot any other gun then I would say the single action is best for that person. "As for "who says" try asking ANY self defense instructor" again this is there opinion that they are giving, anyone can have one but it does not make it the only opinion out there. In a case like this only you yourself can anwser this question, am I good enough and confortable enough with "insert any gun here" to protect my life with it. :)
 
In a case like this only you yourself can anwser this question, am I good enough and confortable enough with "insert any gun here" to protect my life with it.
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Or, on the lighter side, does my choice amuse me?
 
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Ok SP,
My wife uses a snub DA 5 shot. It's natural for her to point and pull the trigger.
I have never owned anything BUT S.A.s and 40 + yrs. of shooting them, lets just say I' m comfortable with them. So its a little presumptuous for someone to make judgement on my mode of SD .
From many of the posts here, id say I"ve got some pretty good company! Thanks guys!!

Ok, I'm cool !

www.goonsgunworks.com
 
So its a little presumptuous for someone to make judgement on my mode of SD .
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Presumptuous indeed!


The fact remains the SA is not the best choice for SD.
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That depends solely on the individual.

I know a guy that lives like a modern cowboy. He's in his late 60's and wears a single action revolver every single day that the sun rises. He probably has very, very little experience with a double action and probably wouldn't shoot a Glock on a bet. Is the SA he lives with every day "not the best choice"?

I think too many people believe self defense is an equipment race.
 
I'll be damned if someone thinks they know whats better for me than me!
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Too bad the Washingtonians can't understand that.
Don't forget that the gun is the least of it, especially when it comes to survival.
It's been a long time since there was a sixgun around here.
The new Ruger .44 Spl sure looks inviting.
 
I'll be honest, I've wanted a single action for carry for a loooong time. I've just always been talked out of it by people like Saxonpig (although I do agree with his sentiments somewhat). I want, I really really want to carry a small .357 SA, but have a hard time convincing myself it makes more sense than 14 or more rounds of 9mm...

Now if Ruger still made a 3.5 inch stainless with bird head grips in .357...
 
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