Anyone have any recommendations for a revolver for CC? I don't care if it's double or single action. I'd really like a Blackhawk in .45 colt. I really like the Rugers because you don't need to pull the hammer back to load and they are extremely nice guns. I have a 50th anniversary and love it. But I'm open to other guns. I'd consider the imported guns too, but as long as they have a good reputation. I don't want some junk blowing up in my face. I might get a .357 so it'll be cheaper to practice with. I might possibly consider a .38 as long as it's +p. I'm just looking for any suggestions and any help is appreciated. Recoil does not matter either and I don't want a bulky gun.
Value Priced Revolver for CC
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RedBowTies88
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Single action for CC?
Anyway back to sanity, I vote LCR. very good DA trigger. or if you prefer an exposed hammer (I do) Like was said the sp101 would work great.
If you're looking for more bang for your buck tarus has some very reasonably priced snubs as does charter.
Anyway back to sanity, I vote LCR. very good DA trigger. or if you prefer an exposed hammer (I do) Like was said the sp101 would work great.
If you're looking for more bang for your buck tarus has some very reasonably priced snubs as does charter.
The Rugar LCR is a good one. No hammer to snag. Light enough and small enough to pocket carry. Available in 38+P or 357.
Because of these characteristics it will become the gun which is always with you without having to think about your dressing for that day or how to tuck it inside or should you wear a jacket.
Similar guns by other makers are just as good for CC.
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Because of these characteristics it will become the gun which is always with you without having to think about your dressing for that day or how to tuck it inside or should you wear a jacket.
Similar guns by other makers are just as good for CC.
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I carry my LCR every day loaded with hornady critical defense. Easy to carry and I feel confident in the gun and ammo. When I'm not at work and have my winter jacket on my S&W66 fits perfectly in the inside breast pocket as well.
My mom traded in a pocket S&W for an LCR after trying mine out.
My mom traded in a pocket S&W for an LCR after trying mine out.
aarondhgraham
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Value priced?,,,
Charter Arms, Undercover, Blue steel, DAO
There are lots of fine guns you could choose,,,
This is American made, practical,,,
Very good quality build,,,
And inexpensive.
MSRP is only $326.00
budsgunshop.com has it right now for only $286.00,,,
in my book that's very hard to beat.
JMnsHO
Aarond
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Charter Arms, Undercover, Blue steel, DAO
There are lots of fine guns you could choose,,,
This is American made, practical,,,
Very good quality build,,,
And inexpensive.
MSRP is only $326.00
budsgunshop.com has it right now for only $286.00,,,
in my book that's very hard to beat.
JMnsHO
Aarond
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dalegribble
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good reputation?
value priced?
no junk?
pick one.
and quit trying to start a fight!
value priced?
no junk?
pick one.
and quit trying to start a fight!
And as always I will suggest a Taurus. The 617 is a good gun for a good price. And if you can find one used just follow the steps for checking out a used firearm . And you might even find a great deal. All the choices mentioned are good. I like Charter Arms, S&W , Ruger as well as Taurus. IMHO all four are great. Partly depends on what you are willing or able to spend. But the only thing I will add to this is... Fondle as many as you can to see what fits in your hand. You will be the one who has to decide on what you will end up with. Check the forums for those specific gun manufactures. There you will get a better idea about what the people who own them think.
http://www.taurusarmed.net/forums
http://smith-wessonforum.com/
http://rugerforum.net/
http://www.handgunforum.net/forum.php I believe the last one is for Charter Arms .
http://www.taurusarmed.net/forums
http://smith-wessonforum.com/
http://rugerforum.net/
http://www.handgunforum.net/forum.php I believe the last one is for Charter Arms .
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Cheapshooter
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Might want to reconsider the single action for CCW. Billy The Kid, and Jessie James are long gone!
Quality for the price, light weight, easily concealed. Ruger LCR.
If you want something that makes a bigger hole than the 38 or 357, then consider a Charter Arms Bulldog in 44 Spcl.
Quality for the price, light weight, easily concealed. Ruger LCR.
If you want something that makes a bigger hole than the 38 or 357, then consider a Charter Arms Bulldog in 44 Spcl.
Cheapshooter
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The Smith & Wesson would have a better reputation than the Charter Arms. However, the newest versions from Charter seem to have been decent by most reports. Interesting that you don't mention the Ruger LCR as one you would be interested in after you already stated you liked Rugers.
I like the Ruger BLackhawk series because of the way they load compared to other single actions. That doesn't mean I like all of their guns. I don't care for the LCR's price, and I'd like a hammer. The J series with a hammer can be had for much cheaper. The charter arms guns don't seem to be too bad either, but I'd like to handle them first and I don't know of a local dealer that sells anything other than their .22s.
If you’re going to carry concealed—
An SD situation where it’s evident you need to draw will likely require getting your gun out and able to quickly fire it if it comes to that. And you will consider SA?
You have the gun tucked away somewhere hidden by clothing, IWB, OWB, pocket? And you want a hammer?
Oh well.
An SD situation where it’s evident you need to draw will likely require getting your gun out and able to quickly fire it if it comes to that. And you will consider SA?
You have the gun tucked away somewhere hidden by clothing, IWB, OWB, pocket? And you want a hammer?
Oh well.
Crazy88Fingers
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Firing a few rounds from a single action revolver isn't something you have to dedicate an afternoon to. In fact, a lot of people can do it quite quickly. And if carried IWB or OWB, a hammer really isn't a problem. It really only becomes an issue with pocket carry.
I myself would consider the Charter. They're cheap guns that work, made by a company that backs them up. If it gets lost, stolen, or confiscated it wouldn't be a tremendous loss.
Kreyzhorse
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For concealed carry, I'd suggest any of the Smith & Wesson snubs, I carry an Airweight 637, or a Ruger SP101. Either of those guns would make a great CCW options.
I'd steer clear of a single action and gun chambered in .38 or .357 should be enough gun for self defense.
I'd steer clear of a single action and gun chambered in .38 or .357 should be enough gun for self defense.
dalegribble
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"I really like the feel of the Rossi revolvers. It's the same gun as a Taurus but $20 cheaper and the Rossi is polished. Probably the one I'll get. "
i have 2 s&w 38 snubs, 1 taurus 357 mod 605 and a rossi 357. rossi is owned/made by taurus. my taurus is a smaller and lighter 5 shot model, the rossi is a larger heavier and 6 shot 357. the smaller and lighter s&w and taurus are great guns but i really like my rossi, it is larger and heavier and a 6 shot gun. it helps some with the recoil. rossi a good choice imho.
i have 2 s&w 38 snubs, 1 taurus 357 mod 605 and a rossi 357. rossi is owned/made by taurus. my taurus is a smaller and lighter 5 shot model, the rossi is a larger heavier and 6 shot 357. the smaller and lighter s&w and taurus are great guns but i really like my rossi, it is larger and heavier and a 6 shot gun. it helps some with the recoil. rossi a good choice imho.