Post by: Hoyt Head Hunter on September 13, 2014, 08:43:51 PM
Revolver or Pistol?
I know i cant get everything i want in one handgun so ill stick to the essentials
What ill be using it for-
Hunting (defense)
Home Defense
(Eventually would like to think about getting my concealed but I would like to know more about handguns and shoot a lot more before I move into that.)
Im open to some caliber suggestions aswell.
Post by: Westside88 on September 13, 2014, 08:52:33 PM
Post by: PolarBear on September 13, 2014, 08:55:56 PM
Post by: Hoyt Head Hunter on September 13, 2014, 08:57:14 PM
Defense from? From what you've described I'd say .357 mag 6" barrel. There's plenty of good semi auto's in various calibers that would be good too. I just like the simplicity and power a medium to large bore revolver offers.Predators, bears, cats, ect...
Post by: NW-GSP on September 13, 2014, 09:00:35 PM
Post by: Hoyt Head Hunter on September 13, 2014, 09:01:36 PM
Glock 20 10mm covers both of your defense needsThat and the Springfield XDm are on my list of semi's to look at, do you own a glock 20?
Post by: washelkhunter on September 13, 2014, 09:02:19 PM
Post by: PolarBear on September 13, 2014, 09:07:46 PM
Post by: jason stevens on September 13, 2014, 09:07:57 PM
Post by: jay.sharkbait on September 13, 2014, 09:08:53 PM
Revolvers out in the field, you just cant get a powerful enough cartridge in an auto thats small enough in a weight vs power combo. Autos for in town.
The Sig 239 in .357 comes close.....
That said, I suggest a K frame Smith
Post by: NW-GSP on September 13, 2014, 09:11:38 PM
Post by: thinkingman on September 13, 2014, 09:36:07 PM
Defense from? From what you've described I'd say .357 mag 6" barrel. There's plenty of good semi auto's in various calibers that would be good too. I just like the simplicity and power a medium to large bore revolver offers.:yeah:
SW 386 (Scandium 7-shot, 6"barrel)
Post by: TONTO on September 13, 2014, 09:39:14 PM
Post by: Hoyt Head Hunter on September 13, 2014, 09:42:08 PM
Post by: yorketransport on September 14, 2014, 09:43:22 AM
4" barrel, 5 shot, 24oz 41 mag. It was an absolutely beautiful dual purpose carry/hunting gun. Don't be fooled into believing that the 10mm can almost match a 41 mag. My actual performance from the 4" ported barrel was a 250gr bullet at 1175 and 1450 with a 170gr Sierra HP. The 10mm can't touch the performance of the 250gr bullets as a woods gun, and the 170 grain loads will handle any social situations you may encounter.
Andrew
Post by: Westside88 on September 14, 2014, 09:43:52 AM
Like I said before, many valid opinions. The Glock in 10mm is something I would like to own also. The main reasons I like revolvers not only the power available in the longer cartridge, but also the various types of bullets. Hollow points aren't necessarily the best for shooting an animal. There are more hunting type bonded bullets for revolvers. I personally carry a .44 mag, but a .357 mag is a pretty darn good all around pistol. Decent range and power while pretty easy to shoot well. The 7 shot mentioned earlier is pretty interesting. I'm a huge fan of the simplicity of point shoot repeat as necessary. No worry of dumping a magazine or having to clear a jam in a during a stressful situation. Availability of ammo should be considered as well. Absolutely most important is to find one that fits you and practice so you can shoot it well. A well placed 9mm is way better than a .44 mag that doesn't hit the targetDefense from? From what you've described I'd say .357 mag 6" barrel. There's plenty of good semi auto's in various calibers that would be good too. I just like the simplicity and power a medium to large bore revolver offers.Predators, bears, cats, ect...
Post by: Bigshooter on September 14, 2014, 10:29:59 AM
Post by: Bofire on September 14, 2014, 02:41:01 PM
Carl
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Post by: lokidog on September 14, 2014, 07:22:21 PM
just a suggestion on the Concealed Permit. Get it now. Why wait? You don't need to show your shooting ability or anything. Who knows how long the processing will take, if you apply for it now, you will have it when you are ready and want it. :twocents:
Post by: Hoyt Head Hunter on September 14, 2014, 07:31:21 PM
No comments regarding type of gun...The main reason is that im only 19
just a suggestion on the Concealed Permit. Get it now. Why wait? You don't need to show your shooting ability or anything. Who knows how long the processing will take, if you apply for it now, you will have it when you are ready and want it. :twocents:
I am extremely safe with guns and have shot many handguns but carrying is a big responsibility and i want to be more than comfortable with my weapon before i take on that responsibility. The main reason i want a hangun now vs when im 21 is because i do a lot of hunting by myself (i always have someone close but im a bowhunter and the extra protection never hurts, especially with some of the areas i hunt)
Post by: lokidog on September 14, 2014, 07:37:40 PM
No comments regarding type of gun...The main reason is that im only 19
just a suggestion on the Concealed Permit. Get it now. Why wait? You don't need to show your shooting ability or anything. Who knows how long the processing will take, if you apply for it now, you will have it when you are ready and want it. :twocents:
I am extremely safe with guns and have shot many handguns but carrying is a big responsibility and i want to be more than comfortable with my weapon before i take on that responsibility. The main reason i want a hangun now vs when im 21 is because i do a lot of hunting by myself (i always have someone close but im a bowhunter and the extra protection never hurts, especially with some of the areas i hunt)
Ahhh, that makes sense then. Good luck to you. :tup:
Post by: Alchase on September 14, 2014, 08:49:37 PM
If so there is a reason most in Alaska carry .44 mag or bigger.
In Washington, not so much need. I suggest you go to a range that rents hand guns. We all can tell you what we carry, but that does not help you if they don't feel good in your hand or you can't shoot that caliber proficiently. Some people do not like the angle of the grip on glocks Some do not like a double stack (thicker grip). Some thin .40 is to "sharp of a kick" others think a .45 or 10 mm is to powerful for follow up shots. Which is better, carrying a .460 you can't hit the broad side of a barn with, or a .45 you are deadly with?
I quit carrying a revolver 30 years ago. Since the I have carried 10 mm, .45, 9 mm, now I carry a XD .40 4in. Daily and in the field.
If I was going to Alaska, I would have a big bore .44 mag or better in a chest holster.
I took a lot of words to say, find a caliber that fits your needs, then find a gun in that caliber that your hand likes and you can shoot proficiently.
Most important have fun and shoot a lot .
Post by: Hoyt Head Hunter on September 14, 2014, 08:54:07 PM
Are you hunting an area where brown bears frequent?Yep my next step is to rent some guns! Thanks!
If so there is a reason most in Alaska carry .44 mag or bigger.
In Washington, not so much need. I suggest you go to a range that rents hang guns. We all can tell you what we carry, but that does not help you if they don't feel good in your hand or you can't shoot that caliber proficiently. Some people do not like the angle of the grip on flocks. Some do not like a double stack (thicker grip). Some thin .40 is to "sharp of a kick" others think a .45 or 10 mm is to powerful for follow up shots.
I quit carrying a revolver 30 years ago. Since the I have carried 10 mm, .45, 9 mm, now I carry a XD .40 4in. Daily and in the field.
If I was going to Alaska, I would have a big bore .44 mag or better in a chest holster.
I took a lot of words to say, find a caliber that fits your needs, then find a gun in that caliber that your hand likes and you can shoot proficiently.
Most important have fun and shoot a lot .
Post by: cletus on September 30, 2014, 05:28:25 AM
Post by: HawkCreek on September 30, 2014, 06:18:44 PM
Post by: BiggLuke on September 30, 2014, 07:06:44 PM
.357 Magnum will handle anything you run into.