Advantages of revolvers over semi autos

[Branko]

Is this meant to be a serious statement of fact??

I'd go along with a "lighter trigger" pull if you are comparing SA auto to DA revolver. Otherwise, no.

Funnily enough when I give my SA revolver to the typical semi shooter, half of them comment worried about a "too light" trigger (set to 1kg - 2.2 pounds) and the other half are awed by how smooth it is. One almost had an AD (luckily, I handed it over unloaded) then proclaimed the trigger was unsafe.

Well, it sort of is if you're going to put your finger on the trigger with the hammer cocked before you intend to shoot

 

[gyvel]

Repeating myself here, but, as I have posted in other threads, if I saw the flash, the first gun I would grab is a Smith & Wesson Model 10, and an ammo can full of .38.

The second choice would be a toss up between a 1911 and a Hi-Power.

 

[DaleA]

One almost had an AD (luckily, I handed it over unloaded) then proclaimed the trigger was unsafe.

Yeah. I love those guys (heavy sarcasm).

The only other thing he would have said would be to complain about how heavy the trigger pull was compared to his XYZ.

 

[rodfac]

Repeating myself here, but, as I have posted in other threads, if I saw the flash, the first gun I would grab is a Smith & Wesson Model 10, and an ammo can full of .38.

The second choice would be a toss up between a 1911 and a Hi-Power.

Yep...but sub in a M19 and .357's for the 10 with .38's. Rod

 

[Mike_Fontenot]

So any reason why somebody would choose a revolver over a semi auto?

When I practice with my revolvers, I load 1 live round and the rest dummies (with the cylinder swung out and randomly rotated between each trigger pull). So, on average, I get 4 clicks per bang for my 5-shot S&W69 .44mag, and 5 clicks per bang for my S&W686 .357mag. I learn MUCH more from the clicks than the bangs, and it saves me a lot of money in ammo ... I only need to shoot about 10 rounds per range session, because that's 50 or 60 trigger pulls, with a cylinder rotation in between each pull. It's COMPLETELY different from dry-firing, because any tendency you have to flinch is still there (because you know that it MIGHT fire on any given trigger pull). And when you get a click, ANY flinching or unsteady trigger pull is VERY apparent, but is unnoticeable on a bang.

My EDC primary is either my .44mag 69 (shot SA only) or my 10mm Kimber Eclipse 1911. I vacillate between preferring one over the other for carry. Sometimes the relatively lower powered (but still powerful) 10mm seems preferable because of its 8+1 capacity and a faster reload from two easily carried extra mags, but other times the 69 with its greater power seems preferable, because the 9-shot 1911 MIGHT end up actually being a 1-shot, or a 2-shot, etc, if it jams. (The 69 COULD also fail, but it is much less likely, I believe). I tend to shoot everything much slower than most people, so the speed advantage that most people would see with the 1911 isn't much of a factor for me.

I also prefer the trigger on the 69 ... both are very light (about 2 and a half pounds), but the revolver needs NO takeup like a semi-auto does, and it just FEELS better and lighter to me. But the Eclipse's trigger is unusually good for a semi-auto.

 

[rodfac]

Can we all agree that this is the REAL REASON....I'm 70 now and this lady has it down in spades. She's a "Keeper" in my book, not to mention an art critic of considerable merit. My hat is off to your wife, Sir. Rod

my wife asked me to share this one because she doesn't use web forums: "Revolvers are prettier." She only owns revolvers and occasionally steals mine.

 

[pete2]

Better question is what advantage the semi has over the revolver... The only thing that a semi has over the revolver is that it holds more rounds. The revolver is better in all other respects. The revolver is more reliable, safer, more accurate, will handle more powerful ammo, a greater variety of ammo, no slide to rack so old folks and ladies can load/unload it. Best of all it's cooler to shoot a revolver and they are prettier than the semi.

 

[K_Mac]

You revolver guys are passionate about your guns! I like revolvers too and they have a place in my lineup. With that said, I conceal carry either a plastic 9mm or 380 semiautomatic. I could carry a revolver, but believe it or not I prefer a semi. I shoot them better and am far more comfortable with one. To each his own. I am really happy we still have choices.

 

[Photon Guy]

She loves the Redhawk but lucky for me, only as eye candy. She is tiny and even the GP100 is a little too heavy for her. Most of her shooting is .38 special out of a K-frame.

Well the Redhawk is a beauty, its certainly a gun to drool over. I was recently at a shooting class and I was using my Ruger Redhawk. This boy, about 9 or 10 years old who was taking a class with his dad said he liked my gun. I told him that its a Ruger Redhawk and its a .44 Magnum and that it costs about a grand, so if he wanted one he should start saving up his allowance.

 

[gyvel]

Just remember: The more pieces that have to move at high velocity, the more problems you could potentially have.

 

[drive_sideways]

I dont have a revolver but ive shot a few, the ruger gp100 357 is easily one of my favorites. Shot one with the hogue grip and another with the wood inlaid rubber grip. They are tanks. My friend just picked up a "used new in box" one. The previous owner won it and he traded it in for a semi auto the same day, never even opened the box. I wouldnt have traded it personally, but to each his own. My friend got it for a amazing deal. It has the awesome hogue grips to. Thats a revolver that'll outlast a few generations, they are a solidly built revolver.


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[44 AMP]

The revolver is more reliable, safer, more accurate, will handle more powerful ammo, a greater variety of ammo,

Once again, my version of OCD compels to shoot holes in blanket statements of absolutes, when, and as I can. Including the "generally" does a lot to put my compulsion to rest, generally.

Revolvers are more reliable? Generally, perhaps. It is a much discussed subject, in detail. I think the only blanket statement that actually is valid is that, it is what the user does or does not do that determines reliability more than whether the gun is a revolver or semi auto.

Revolvers are safer? again its the USER, NOT the gun that matters MORE.

Revolvers are more accurate? USER again, however, one can also find some semis that will mechanically outshoot some revolvers. Perhaps not many, and very few from the SD pistol class but they do exist.

Revolvers will handle more powerful ammo? A greater variety of ammo?
There are semis that handle rounds in the .44 Magnum class, and even .50cal. They aren't common but they are out there. I also know of one that is fully adjustable without changing any springs or other parts. From full magnum loads to bunney pharts, and back, with a twist and counting clicks.

So, this statement also is not 100% accurate. Cooler and prettier is in the eye of the beholder. For me, some are, some aren't.

 

[dpadams6]

When I practice with my revolvers, I load 1 live round and the rest dummies (with the cylinder swung out and randomly rotated between each trigger pull). So, on average, I get 4 clicks per bang for my 5-shot S&W69 .44mag, and 5 clicks per bang for my S&W686 .357mag. I learn MUCH more from the clicks than the bangs, and it saves me a lot of money in ammo ... I only need to shoot about 10 rounds per range session, because that's 50 or 60 trigger pulls, with a cylinder rotation in between each pull. It's COMPLETELY different from dry-firing, because any tendency you have to flinch is still there (because you know that it MIGHT fire on any given trigger pull). And when you get a click, ANY flinching or unsteady trigger pull is VERY apparent, but is unnoticeable on a bang.

My EDC primary is either my .44mag 69 (shot SA only) or my 10mm Kimber Eclipse 1911. I vacillate between preferring one over the other for carry. Sometimes the relatively lower powered (but still powerful) 10mm seems preferable because of its 8+1 capacity and a faster reload from two easily carried extra mags, but other times the 69 with its greater power seems preferable, because the 9-shot 1911 MIGHT end up actually being a 1-shot, or a 2-shot, etc, if it jams. (The 69 COULD also fail, but it is much less likely, I believe). I tend to shoot everything much slower than most people, so the speed advantage that most people would see with the 1911 isn't much of a factor for me.

I also prefer the trigger on the 69 ... both are very light (about 2 and a half pounds), but the revolver needs NO takeup like a semi-auto does, and it just FEELS better and lighter to me. But the Eclipse's trigger is unusually good for a semi-auto.

What ammo do you carry in your 44mag?

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[Mike_Fontenot]

What ammo do you carry in your 44mag?

When the bears are awake, I use all Underwood 240gr XTP JHP's. When they're hibernating, I use a mix of Underwood (180gr XTP JHP's, 200gr Nosler JHP's, and 240gr XTP JHP's), and (last one ... too much flash) a DoubleTap 240gr GD JHP.

 

[dpadams6]

When the bears are awake, I use all Underwood 240gr XTP JHP's. When they're hibernating, I use a mix of Underwood (180gr XTP JHP's, 200gr Nosler JHP's, and 240gr XTP JHP's), and (last one ... too much flash) a DoubleTap 240gr GD JHP.

Strictly woods carry or is it for 2 legged creatures too?

 

[Mike_Fontenot]

Strictly woods carry or is it for 2 legged creatures too?

All-waking-hours carry. I tend to primary-carry my 10mm 1911 more than half the days in the winter, and my .44mag S&W69 more than half the days in the summer. Currently the year-averaged mix is overall about 50/50, but that may change as time goes on, depending primarily on how my perception changes about the reliability of my 1911, and about the advantages of the .44mag round. The 10mm round is VERY good, but the .44mag round is just awesome.

 

[dpadams6]

All-waking-hours carry. I tend to primary-carry my 10mm 1911 more than half the days in the winter, and my .44mag S&W69 more than half the days in the summer. Currently the year-averaged mix is overall about 50/50, but that may change as time goes on, depending primarily on how my perception changes about the reliability of my 1911, and about the advantages of the .44mag round. The 10mm round is VERY good, but the .44mag round is just awesome.

I just got a ruger alaskan and thought It would be cool to carry it, one in awhile, but was thinking that it would be too much. What make holster do you carry it in?

 

[Mike_Fontenot]

What make holster do you carry it in?

It's a homemade under-the-shirt vertical shoulder holster. I carry my 10mm 1911 in another holster of the same type. They both carry very well ... comfortably, conveniently, and very well concealed.

The 69 weighs about 37oz ... about an ounce less than my 10mm Eclipse. The 69 has a 4-1/4" barrel, and is slightly longer overall, with a slightly larger grip. I wasn't sure I could carry it (just like I wasn't sure I could carry the 1911), but I was pleasantly surprised.

 

[dpadams6]

I like your choice of the Underwood 185 xtp or 200 noslers. I think these two appear to be some of the best for 2 legged creatures and i might order some, if i start carrying "the beast".
Buffalo bore, also make some appealing rounds for the 44mag

 

[rodfac]

Mike...If you've got pics of your home built shoulder rig, I'd be interested in seeing them...my sons and I have built our own leather gear for years... Thanks in advance, I hope. Rod