sheepdog

....think, that is...and some good info links...

http://www.personaldefensesolutions.net ... omfort.htm

...seemed timely...

b.roberts

That was a good write-up on the benefits of a snubby.

It ain't fancy, I prefer to carry one of my holstered .45's when I can, but I can fit this in my pocket. It gets carried daily, while the .45's sit at home, especially during the summer.

deputy125

great article.........

i've recently have reconsidered laser grips.......

While i still question them for defensive use as i'm a big believer in point shooting up close.............i am starting to see them as a possible valuable OFFENSIVE TOOL

something where i can use the snub beyond what one normally expects and take the fight to them.

i tried an LCR with laser on Texas Star @ 15 yards again here recently.....it was gravy even when moving.

But dang that LCR hurts the hand..........

Machinist

I like the snubbies as well as the autos. I prefer using sights but the Lasergrips really enhance the small revolver, J or K frame, and as long as you find the grips comfortable they have no downside. They don't effect the standard sights, they fit standard holsters, they can be deactivated with the switch if not wanted or by not pressing the button to stay covert until ready to fire. They work when I can't see a snubby's sights and even allow aimed fire when you can't line up for the sights or proper point shooting. I have found the grips in many cases the best for concealed carry with control, regardless of the laser.

My Kahr .40 has replaced my 638 but the J frame was and is a good carry piece when concealment and comfort were critical. I find the Kahr a bit less comfortable but just as concealable as the revolver. I have never felt good with any gun in a pocket, especially a revolver. I guess it has to do with the pants one wears. I am very comfortable with an IWB holster and as I wear a belt and suspenders I have no problem with my pants. Modern ammo has made snubbies much more effective but I was becoming more concerned about adequate penetration with the short tubes so I like the .40.

Thanks, Sheepdog.

deputy125

i've been thinking of a wardrobe change over to cargo/bdu pants. Would be more comfortable and better for pocket carry......should be good for 95% of the time and use my wranglers for dress-up the rest of the time.

going to pocket carry years back has probably saved me a bundle not buying beautiful holsters that no one sees as concealed is concealed......

44s Rock

Both my brother and I daily wear cargo style pants ane pocket carry works well, he carries a J frame with CT grips as does my wife, My GP100 is a little much but the S&W 64 does nicely. I would like to get CT grips for that as well.

deputy125

what length 64?

Machinist

44s,
I have a 3" Mod 65 with the compact rubber Lasergrips on it. They are very concealable yet give a good grip. Hogues are a little better grip but these hide much better. The older plastic ones I have on my J frame don't grab my tee shirt and are a nice compromise between concealment and control. They give a better grip than the small boot grip but still hide very well.

44s Rock

3" M64-3

Wife's 650SS Taurus

Backup! High Stabdard Sentinal 22Mag

44s Rock

Actually bought the Smith for the wife to practice with, thought it would be easier on the hands than the J frame but I have confiscated it! I was told it was police surplus. The shop had 3 and a Speed Six. Had I been awake at the time the Speed Six probably would have been a better choice but the 64 just felt good!

44s Rock

Definately like those grips, guess They will be next on my list and a SR pancake holster!

deputy125

nice guns folks.........

65's and 64's.........bread and butter.

i wish smith would come back with the ole' model 12 airweight "K" frame.........the niteguards are nice but out of reach.

never shot a HS 22 mag........i bet she is sweet......

44s Rock

It is fun to shoot but almost as expensive as 38s. I shoot 22lr with it sometimes.

deputy125

do you get split cases?

sheepdog

...44s, I had that gun factory nickle as a backup for awhile...boot gun...it stacked real hard on DA and I got rid of it and got a Model 60...
...Dep, I'm with you on point shooting a snubbie...practice enough and you can put it where you want without sighting...I tried a lasergrip demo at the gunstore last year with my son...told him to look at the doorknob across the room...I pointed from the hip about 1' in front of my belt...and nailed the knob when I pressed the laser button...practice, practice, practice....primer-powered wax-pressed bullets make indoor practice safe...but they will puncture sheet rock...put a piece of 1/2" plywood up as a backstop...you'll soon be "throwing" the bullets into a 12" circle everytime...Lasergrips would give you a lot further range, for sure...maybe someday..love my Packy Compac grips, though...not plastic....