My Mom needs help w/ revolver choices. trigger pull & sights for older women

I would also recommend not overthinking what kind of ammo she should shoot in the revolver ( and stay away from any +p's -- because they tend to be real "snappy" over the more traditional rounds in that caliber).

In .38 spl or .357 Mag....I'd recommend staying with the traditional bullet in that caliber - with rounds in 158gr bullets. ( most of us will practice with 158gr FMJ / and carry a 158 gr JHP or JSP for defense - in 38spl and .357 Mag).... 110gr or 124gr ...tend to be more snappy as well.

Most importantly - urge her to go to the range on a routine basis ( couple of times a month or even once a week, until she is really familiar with the weapon she chooses)...and a box or two, at the most is enough, for her to run thru some practice ....maybe even meet a friend in her age group that likes to go as well...so they can encourage each other - and train together. And no matter what - make sure she has fun with the process ( picking out the gun / and training )!
 
What would your thoughts be to address the s&w model 10 sights, to make them more along the lines of the semi Auto style? Is there an option for that?
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A model 15 or 67 would be the same as the model 10, but with larger, adjustable sights that are more user friendly.
 
I'd go with a S&W model 10, 15, 64, or 67. The only difference between them is that the 6X's are stainless steel and the 15 and 67 have adjustable sights. The adjustable sights are much easier to use in my opinion.

Model #'s 19 and 66 would also work but they are .357 Magnum guns and that is probably over kill in this scenario.

The trigger's between them should all be the same parts assuming same era of gun and similar amounts of use. The K frame has been made for over a hundred years and millions of examples are out there. There is going to be a difference from one gun to the next but not necessarily because one is a magnum and on is a 38 special
 
Thanks so much you guys... sounds like we need a patient gun store owner who will let mom have some touchy feely snap cap time with the models you all have recommended. I will plan to make a list and take notes of her impressions of them all. :)

Do you guys find in your experience that stores are open to the snap option?

I will also call the local ranges and see what they have to rent. Maybe I will get lucky and get some of these in her hands to actually shoot.
 
It varies by store...but if they know you're a serious buyer - the guns recommended are all center fire guns - and don't rquire snap caps - and they will let you fire it a "little bit" if its a new gun - and probably more if its a used gun ( model 19's will all be used - they're out of production.)

In many cases - if you have a local store that deals in a lot of used guns...they'll be helpful.

Model 19's were commonly carried by a lot of Federal Law Enforcement officers ...and you may find some guns with a little holster wear on them / that are in great mechanical shape..and with "time polished" smooth actions. There is a note here on the forum about what to look for in used revolvers - check it out. If you're dealing with a good honest local retailer...they should know their inventory - and what is in great shape/ and what's worn out...
 
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