Another question about caliber choice and capacity

[priv8ter]

Okay, so every few weeks, someone rehashs the old question:

Would you rather have 15 rounds of 9mm, or 8 of .45.

Blah, blah, blah.

I have a question somewhat like that, with a revolver slant.

Looking at small frame pocket-type revovlers, would you rather have a 5-shot .38, or a 6-shot .32 H&R Magnum?

I have to tell you, with some of the research I have done, I am extremely interested in the .32 Mag. The ballistic numbers look good, and I have heard real good things about it also. The only thing keeping me from buying one is a general lack of ammo for it in my area, and the expense of ammo when I do see it.

 

[MikeJ]

I also find the .32 mag a very interesting round. One of the forum members is very pleased with the .32 mag, I believe it might be Kentucky Rifle. If I get another j frame hammerless (airweight version) I will be seriously looking at the .32 vs. the .38. Mike

 

[Desert Dog]

Five rounds of .357....

 

[Ala Dan]

My vote goes to-

a quality five shot .38 Special.

Best Wishes,
Ala Dan, N.R.A. Life Member

 

[C.R.Sam]

Both.
And get as good as you can with them.

Sam

 

[BigG]

Five rounds of .357....

A reply after my own heart. Sam, as usual, is also right on the money. He says, "Get both and learn to use em!"

 

[TallPine]

Well, since I already reload the 38, that would make the most sense for me.

I kind of have the "Marine" philosophy - just a few good calibers.




Edit: oh, and priv8ter: this was a pretty good question; much more relevant that "which would you rather have, a .22 single shot derringer or a 16" naval gun ... ?"

 

[johnbt]

A vote for 5 rounds of .38 LSWCHP+P.

John

 

[SaltyCracker]

If the first one hits the mark,
all the rest are backups.

(Bottom-line: Go with the one you shoot best.)

 

[priv8ter]

Grrrr...

But, .357 isn't one of the choices!!!!

Okay...I could be a major wimp. I have only tried a .357 on two different occasions. The first time, I was shooting with a buddy that had an N-Frame with a 4" barrel(not sure which model). I liked it. Some kick, but it was enjoyable kick.

Then, I had a buddy with an SP-101, snubby barrel. I didn't like it one little bit, and I know I would never practice with it if I got one. I know, you can practice with .38 in a .357, but I refuse to practice with something, then carry something else.

So, that is why I say 5 of .38, or 6 of .32 H&R.

I wouldn't want to be shot with any of them.

 

[jar]

6 rounds of 38special.

 

[SaltyCracker]

Jar,

Great looking piece! Interesting furniture too.