Why do we love Snubs?

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Will Beararms

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I beg the question. They kick. They take time to become proficient with. They have limited capacity relative to semi-autos. They have a horrible muzzle flash. They are LOUD! Huh? :D Yet if you are like me there is something about them and with the Modern .357 light loads, you have something that will stop and fight and stop it quick.

Is it just me? I always want to have one around. There's just something about the way they ride and the fact it is easy to hide a few Bianchi 580 Speed Strips maybe that is part of the infatuation.
 

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Snubs are popular for two reasons: 1) gun store clerks push them, 2) gun rags feature them for "concealed carry" articles.
 
snubs sure arent my 1st choice as a pleasure piece, but their strongest reason for existence is the fact they are small enough to ride in a pocket in situations that call for a defensive weapon when concealment and disgression is a must especially in warm weather. as a former small businessman, there were times and situations that my ruger sp 101 was a welcome buddy.
 
Because .357 snubs are
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just cool!!!!:cool:
 
M14nut has it right on the nose. Besides, they have a certain utility. Redhawks and such don't fit in pockets too well! One can never have too many.
 
Pretty is in the eye of the beholder, and I think snubs are pretty. Also accurate (enough, we're not talking target pistols here.) and easy to hide. Plus, for me, snubs chambered for the fine FINE .32 H&R Magnum round are just dandy! Light recoil for the arthritis, hold's SIX rounds, more power than a non +P .38 Special.
If I'm not wearing my Glock 27, I'm wearing a .32 mag snub.
(Incredibly, the .40 caliber G27 is pretty easy for me to shoot. The wife likes it too.)

KR
 
Form follows function...

The lil Schmit und Vesson J-frames are perfect for their intended use, even better now that they come in ultralight magnum configurations.

You can leave it in a drawer or slip it in a pocket for fifty years and it will still do what it's designed to. Never have to worry about mag springs fatiguing and other concerns that get voiced from time to time.

You don't have to dehorn a Centennial - it's already as smooth as a used bar of soap.

Finally, I like shooting something that takes a little more skill than the norm. Your shooting buddies take notice when they see you grouping with a snub or knocking pop cans off the fence posts.
 
I love their ability to release a little "pocket thunder."

All you really need is a good trigger job, and you're set. I really like big bore snubbies and I've only just begun with my taurus 445t. There's just something about big-mouth gold dots peeking out of the cylinder that appeals to me.

It's funny, I'm a 1911 guy that's learned to appreciate revolvers as time goes on. I guess it's their simplicity and ability to handle really powerful rounds while still maintaining the same grip size. it's just something you can't do with autoloaders.
 
Logic

Aside from cute, cool, etc. - they are practical tools:
* They are reliable - even if somewhat neglicted

* They are portable - when you need one you probably need it real bad and right now.

* There are a variety of loads available in most any caliber (go back to reliable). They will shoot whatever will fit in the cylinder.

* They are safe - Okay, subjective. But you don't need to worry about racking the slide - wondering if one is in the chamber - engaging or disengaging safeties. And you can practically play catch with it without a great deal of concern about it going off.

* In most situations people will ever need to use a handgun - 5 rounds is more than enough.

* It won't go out of battery if pushed against a soft object.

* If it has a concealed hammer, you can shoot it through clothing.

* You don't need to be a highly skilled "gunfighter" to save your bacon with one. Most anyone above the age of 6 can figure out how to use it in about 2 seconds. And likely within 10 feet hit what they are shooting at.

* And on and on and on....

They are cute and cool though!!!
 
I have three .357 snubbies, just because I like them. Shoot them often. As to accuracy, I shoot steel plates with them at 25 yards almost as well as with a L-frame 4 inch barrel.
 
why?

Because they're just nice and nice things don't need to be justified.

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It also seems right at home next to my M28...:D
 
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Nick96, also if you have a CLICK:eek: pull the trigger again for a BANG:) without racking a slide. In a J frame .357, Its a lot of BANG for its size:D . I also like the Gat or Roscoe looks of them.
 
My love for snubs is long and sorted....I still love em.

I cant help think that part of their appeal is the "bad boy" image that comes along with them. Since their beginning they have been portrayed in society as the "evil only purpose to kill" gun, BG's and undercover LEO's have been the main people who seem to carry them. Anti gunners love them because of this reason...its amazing they get there Anti gunner ammo from 1950's movies.

All things considered..I love my snub. They are a platform that regardless of how politically incorrect they may be, will, IMO, always be around and with great purpose.

Shoot well
 
love affair?

I wouldn't say I love them.It's more like shaking hands with an old friend or a well broken in pair of shoes.Just comfortable.tom.

Eric,LEOs, Bad Boys.Two different sides to the coin.tom.
 
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Colt Detective Special circa 1951 with factory installed hammer shroud

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Colt Agent circa 1962
 
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