The snubnose revolver isnt out of date, and it is still a formidable personal defense tool. You will frequently hear from the purveyors of gun shop lore that snubby revolvers are belly guns and arent accurate past bad breath distances. For shooting practice at a normal combat distance of 25 feet, handling the asg dan wesson is as close as possible to matching up with a real. When fired, the ports are designed to limit muzzle flip. Snubnose revolvers are popular concealedcarry firearms, but they are notoriously difficult to shoot accurately.
It is meant more for extremely close range defensive shooting than any type target or hunting shooting. While the snub nose revolver is generally thought of as a 38 special or 357 magnum, they offer greater diversity. I usually go to the farm store and pick up whatever. This gun i for sale by sirch on gunsamerica 905353475. Im not sure when the snub nose revolver became the defacto choice for a first gun, or why gun shops push them in this role so hard. Each holster is customized to fit the specific firearm selected and is not a one size fits all. In production since 1899, it is a mediumsized, 6shot.
Ive thought about buying a snub nose revolver to carry and was just curious what you guys thought of. The taurus 617 is a medium frame stainless steel snub nose revolver with a 2inch barrel and a 7shot. Pearl handled, nickel plated taurus 85 ultra lite snub nose 38 revolver. Here are 21 snubnose revolvers currently on the market to consider for everyday carry. Barsony new inside the waistband gun holster for 2, snubnose. In spite of the military designation of the gun, the. My problem is even with the lighter recoil im still a really bad shot with it at greater distances.
Here are some ways to improve your snubby techniques for selfdefense. The colt detective special and the smith and wesson airweight are legendary. Feb 17, 2020 explore marcusmoore73s board fabulous snub nose revolvers. Shop for revolvers at cabelas online and in store for deals on colt, ruger, smith. Of course, accuracy is important for those who are using revolvers. This is me shooting a 38 snub nose revolver youtube. Depending on ones shooting ability and need for power, a snub nose can be had. The standard undercover weighs 16 ounces and is a traditional doubleaction, snub nose revolver chambered for.
So if you are a target shooter or conceal carry user, you know that a revolver like this will make every shot count. Any revolver, snub or otherwise, will be inherently more accurate than nearly any semiautomatic pistol. If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the faq by clicking the link above. With the first snubnosed models with barrel lengths of 2. Common shooting challenges with the snub nose revolver. Stopping power percentages run from about 4977% from 2 barrels, so choose your ammunition wisely. However, mastering a snub nose, especially one of the newer, ultralight weight models, especially with high pressure loads, is one of the hardest things to master. Taurus 85 ultralite snubnose revolver in for sale 38 special. First time ever, that i had 182 and a 237 es in some of my tests loads this small revolver requires maximum concentration and good shooting habits find. Shooting gallon water jugs from 25 and 75 yards with my ruger sp101. I realize that you can have larger revolvers with a short barrel, but those are a different discussion entirely38 special. Despite the fact that revolvers are among the most recommended carry guns for. Remember, there is no j frame revolver prior to the jmagnum frame that is even factory approved for.
The drawbacks of the snubnose revolver by david tong while many people carry a revolver for personal protection, primarily a. So much controversy has been started over the appearance on the market of a practical revolver for protective and police use that i am anxious to air my own views on the subject. As i recall, the jist of it was that some hp ammo expanded well when shot directly into the gelatin, but when 4 layers of denim was layered in front. Rock island is mostly known for their 1911 pistols, but they actually make two revolvers including a servicesize. A smith k38 later m14 is arguably the ideal size, weight and balance for precision centerfire shooting. Part of the challenge with a snub nose is that the grips are typically compromised for the sake of concealment.
The gun has become an action movie icon over the years, finding a home in the ankle revolver of your average gumshoe detective or aging law man. When i was shooting at a target i could not hit the paper target with much accuracy outside 10 or 15 feet. Ive got a snub nose revolver for concealed carry, it can shoot. One box of ammunition expended per session is plenty. Snubnosed revolvers are available in some very solid, proven defensive calibers such as the. Details below, as well as the new super gp100 competition revolver and another look at the muchanticipated wrangler. If you only need a self defense gun the gun shows usually have a snub nose single shot or. Kinetic development group ar features vortex optics, magpul furniture and. How to shoot a 38 special gone outdoors your adventure.
Improve your shooting skills by facing these shooting challenges with the snub nose revolver. The k22 now m17 is identical in weight but in and balance, but in. That brings us to the top rung of the snubnosed revolver power ladder, which is occupied by big. Charter arms undercover line of small, lightweight revolvers has been going strong for over 50 years. A snubnosed revolver is any small, medium or large frame revolver with a short barrel. Ive looked at the taurus model 85 and the taurus model 605.
When i first started shooting the 38 snub nose, it was an eye opener, from the accuracygroup size and also fps es from what my 6 barrels would give. In this video i am shooting a 38 snub nose police special revolver for the first time. Modern smokeless propellants are much more energetic, so a typical charge of 6. The following information on snub nose revolver barrels comes from section 23 of shooting by j. If just a little of the front sight is out of the notch, the impact on the target is substantial and results in shots hitting too high, even at three yards. Ruger 38 special p revolver for sale on gunsamerica. Most cops i know use the little 38 special tilite hammerless revolver for a back up gun. Yes, some people get good at shooting them but in reality most people never get good at shooting this design. Some simple experimentation confirmed that improvements to the sights on a snub nose can make quick and accurate hits easier at close range. The 2inch barrel has been ported to reduce felt recoil. Protect yourself with your snubnose revolver teaches you the essential shooting skills to defend yourself and your loved ones from harm.
For concealability, accessibility, and simplicity, the snubby revolver is the way to go. The snub nose revolver barrel twoinch revolver barrel. Monolithic frame is made from aerospacegrade, 7000series aluminum in. Any shooting after fatigue sets in is a waste of time and ammunition, and snubnose. Regarding ammunition, the choice for use in a snubnose.
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