TruthTellers
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^ That, plus a single action pull makes it a much more fun plinking gun.
First I've heard of that. Guess I'll refrain from shooting any +P through mine.I have a Model 38, and I love it. They are known for cracking the frame under the barrel, though...I don't shoot mine much, because of that.
The question is always answered in a general, ambiguous manner, never a specific scenario, suggesting to me that the "evidence" for a "...possible occasion...", is more fantasy than it is a logical or realistic scenario. The reason, "...nobody can predict when or how such a circumstance might present itself...", is because there is more likelihood of being struck by lightning...but we don't wear rubber underwear do we.Question answered: Because there might be an albeit unusual but very possible occasion to have to use a handgun meant for "close quarters self-defense" at a longer range than what it was "intended" for. Nobody can predict when or how such a circumstance might present itself but, if it should, a "humpback" Bodyguard offers a single-action trigger pull that other concealed hammer revolvers don't and with no downside. Well, except for the fact they look ugly
The reason, "...nobody can predict when or how such a circumstance might present itself...", is because there is more likelihood of being struck by lightning...but we don't wear rubber underwear do we.
The question is always answered in a general, ambiguous manner, never a specific scenario, suggesting to me that the "evidence" for a "...possible occasion...", is more fantasy than it is a logical or realistic scenario.
Too much of a logical answer for most.It's far too common to see people thumb-cocking their SA-capable revolvers for various timed drills, even for shooting from only 3yds. Trying to thumb-cock a revolver at speed creates ample opportunity for manipulation issues. It also takes more time than just "trigger cocking" the hammer to fire it (DA shooting). Imagine trying to thumb cock a revolver in the midst of some chaotic, rapidly evolving and dynamic life-threatening situation?
A revolver cocked into SA normally means a very light and short trigger pull is going to fire the gun. The lighter and shorter trigger makes it much easier to fire the revolver, which, unfortunately, includes unintentionally doing so. It's little wonder why some of the larger LE agencies in the "revolver days" eventually converted to DAO revolvers.
It's far too common to see people thumb-cocking their SA-capable revolvers for various timed drills, even for shooting from only 3yds. Trying to thumb-cock a revolver at speed creates ample opportunity for manipulation issues. It also takes more time than just "trigger cocking" the hammer to fire it (DA shooting). Imagine trying to thumb cock a revolver in the midst of some chaotic, rapidly evolving and dynamic life-threatening situation?
A revolver cocked into SA normally means a very light and short trigger pull is going to fire the gun. The lighter and shorter trigger makes it much easier to fire the revolver, which, unfortunately, includes unintentionally doing so. It's little wonder why some of the larger LE agencies in the "revolver days" eventually converted to DAO revolvers.
Not being or have ever been (as most people), a law enforcement officer, I can only look at the double-action snubbies in the context of civilian concealed carry.Le officers are not stupid and are perfectly capable of understanding basic firearm self-defense technique protocols. Proper training, to reiterate, is everything.
Saying SA capability is too dangerous and we shouldn't have it, reminds me of my liberal friends saying civilians shouldn't be allowed to have firearms at all because guns are too dangerous.
It's a matter of training and self discipline.