Help Me Pick A Revolver!

[Rack&Roll]

Don't mess with revolvers that require "moon clips" to hold or reload ammo like 9mm or .45 in the gun. Misplace that little clip and the gun is useless. If this is a carry piece, you need a foolproof system.

 

[BUFF7MM]

Don't mess with revolvers that require "moon clips" to hold or reload ammo like 9mm or .45 in the gun. Misplace that little clip and the gun is useless. If this is a carry piece, you need a foolproof system.

+1 I had one in 380 and that thing was a pain in the ass to reload the clips, it didn't stay with me for long.

 

[AssMan]

I dunno, I have a 625 (obviously I like N frames) and would gladly carry it. Just don't want to pony up for a holster. Moon clips work fine.

 

[Stoveman]

Don't mess with revolvers that require "moon clips" to hold or reload ammo like 9mm or .45 in the gun. Misplace that little clip and the gun is useless. If this is a carry piece, you need a foolproof system.

I wouldn't worry about it. You're carrying it loaded which means you have the moon clip. They can also be used as "speedloaders" and carried in the same style.

I've got one in .45 and it came with 5 or 6 moon clips. If I lost one/all of them I'd just order some more. The OP already has other carry guns.

 

[Rack&Roll]

The S&W 625 revolver in .45 is what Jerry Meculik used to set the world record of 12 shots--including one reload--in 2.9 seconds.

I came this close to buying one off the classified here awhile back, but no other gun I own has a little widget--that if dropped or lost in a dark alley--makes the gun hopeless and useless. I may still buy a 625 but it will be a range gun for fun.

 

[Marauder]

How about a Model 60.. http://www.smith-wesson.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Product4_750001_750051_765954_-1_757768_757767_757751_ProductDisplayErrorView_Y

 

[zoostation]

Ahhh, for multi caliber options why not just go all the way and get a Raging Judge with .454 Casull capability. Even if you miss the bad guy the shock wave will knock him over.


http://www.taurususa.com/product-details.cfm?id=702&category=Revolver

 

[AntiGun]

Ruger LCR 357/38, it now comes in 9mm if you must.

It's on my short list when/if funds become available.
My LCR22 is the same size and I can fit it just about anywhere.

 

[Marauder]

The S&W 625 revolver in .45 is what Jerry Meculik used to set the world record of 12 shots--including one reload--in 2.9 seconds.

I came this close to buying one off the classified here awhile back, but no other gun I own has a little widget--that if lost--makes the gun hopeless and useless. I may still buy a 625 but it will be a range gun for fun.

The 625 can still fire rounds without a moon-clip..

 

[Rack&Roll]

The 625 can still fire rounds without a moon-clip..

Yes, I think you are talking about rimmed .45 ammo, but that ammo is harder to find than hen's teeth.

 

[Rack&Roll]

Ahhh, for multi caliber options why not just go all the way and get a Raging Judge with .454 Casull capability. Even if you miss the bad guy the shock wave will knock him over.


http://www.taurususa.com/product-details.cfm?id=702&category=Revolver

Yeah baby! Short barrel shotgun in tha house!

 

[Rack&Roll]

How about a Model 60.. http://www.smith-wesson.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Product4_750001_750051_765954_-1_757768_757767_757751_ProductDisplayErrorView_Y

Yes, my mistake for leaving it off the list. These are great .357s

 

[zoostation]

Yeah baby! Short barrel shotgun in tha house!

I've shot one loaded with .454 and it throws out a muzzle flash like a Mosin. Recoil's not bad at all though, probably owing to the fact it weighs almost 5 pounds.

 

[jpo183]

I've shot one loaded with .454 and it throws out a muzzle flash like a Mosin. Recoil's not bad at all though, probably owing to the fact it weighs almost 5 pounds.

screw the flashlight

 

[Stoveman]

The S&W 625 revolver in .45 is what Jerry Meculik used to set the world record of 12 shots--including one reload--in 2.9 seconds.

I came this close to buying one off the classified here awhile back, but no other gun I own has a little widget--that if dropped or lost in a dark alley--makes the gun hopeless and useless. I may still buy a 625 but it will be a range gun for fun.

Get one, they're great shooters

If you drop or lose it in a dark alley it's because you've just emptied all six at a BG and have reloaded or stopped the threat and the police are going to be on the scene soon. Chances are your weapon will be confiscated while the investigation is ongoing and the least of your worries is replacing a nickel 98 moon clip....

 

[Jollyllama]

I vote sp101. Super sturdy, 357 isn't too bad out of them. I like mine quite a lot. After you Dry fire it a few times while watching walking dead or some other equivalent the trigger becomes much smoother. Price is right.

Boom.

 

[INMY01TA]

Ruger LCR 357. Just so you know, it also comes in 9mm.

 

[Marauder]

Yes, I think you are talking about rimmed .45 ammo, but that ammo is harder to find than hen's teeth.

NO! A 625 cylinder is head spaced, so you can still drop a .45ACP round in and fire it without a moon clip. The moon clip is there for extraction because there is no rim on the case. If you reload .45AutoRim is no problem, No moon clips needed and use .45 colt speed loaders.

 

[Minuteman]

Don't mess with revolvers that require "moon clips" to hold or reload ammo like 9mm or .45 in the gun. Misplace that little clip and the gun is useless. If this is a carry piece, you need a foolproof system.

NO! A 625 cylinder is head spaced, so you can still drop a .45ACP round in and fire it without a moon clip. The moon clip is there for extraction because there is no rim on the case. If you reload .45AutoRim is no problem, No moon clips needed and use .45 colt speed loaders.

More revolvers than ever that are chambered for 'auto' do not require moon blips as Marauder says. Will work either way. Extracting empty shells is a little harder though without moon clips.

9mm is cheaper, easier to find, generally more powerful than .38 and same ammo as your other guns. 38/357 would be my second choice and is a great caliber.

 

[jpo183]

More revolvers than ever that are chambered for 'auto' do not require moon blips as Marauder says. Will work either way. Extracting empty shells is a little harder though without moon clips.

9mm is cheaper, easier to find, generally more powerful than .38 and same ammo as your other guns. 38/357 would be my second choice and is a great caliber.

you would go with a 9mm revolver first due to the other carry guns?