First time buyer – revolvers a bad idea?

[admin]

*I want to stress that my intention in this thread is not to cause debate, I do realize some are very passionate about this topic in support of either side. All I am looking to gain is information so I can be well equipped to make my first purchase with confidence.*

I am turning 21 this July and I am looking forward to two things. First, I wanna grab a beer with my dad down at a local restaurant we both enjoy. Second, I wanna get my CCW license (I’m in OH) so I can take advantage of my 2nd A rights.

Just as background, I’m not completely new to firearms, as growing up my family has had them. I have shot both revolvers and semi-auto pistols.

Here’s the question: In your opinion, would a small-form revolver (something like a S&W 638) make a good CCW gun? Putting the questions of cost and availability aside, I want to carry a revolver. I like the look, the trigger and the feel of the grip. My family doesn’t go to the range often so I wouldn’t consider myself more accurate with any particular type (I would like to change this in my own life however due to the importance of keeping one’s aim true). However, some people have expressed that carrying a revolver is not the best choice for self-defense situations.

I’m just curious to gauge your thoughts.

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

[Author]

Posts