Carrying a Single Action Revolver for CCW

[Ksail101]

Now this topic I am sure has been brought up before, but I would like to know if anyone carries a single action revolver for their Concealed Carry Pistol. I don't know what to think about this cause really I havent really put much thought into it. In the world of double action revolvers and the Semi-Auto single action handguns I feel that people, like me, over look the single action pistol.

I really like the Ruger Vaquero and believe if I was to carry a single action for CCW I would chose this gun. I like both the 3 3/4 and 4 5/8 inch barrels but not sure what would be best???

I looked at a site that Mr. Bane recommended one time Simply Rugged Holsters. And if was to carry one one of these holsters would be the vehicle I believe.

Has anyone ever thought about the Single action. I know the larger calibers would make it a great choice for the woods, but about everyday. In the car, at the store ect.

A Vaquero and Ol' M&M to back her up in my truck would be one heck of a combo for those social dislocations.

[TAB]

I think M Bane said something to the effect on one of the DRTV videos that you should carry a gun simlar to what your use too.


That makes alot of sense.  So if you shoot a single action more then anything else, its what you feel confey with, carry it.

[tombogan03884]

I think M Bane said something to the effect on one of the DRTV videos that you should carry a gun simlar to what your use too.


That makes alot of sense.  So if you shoot a single action more then anything else, its what you feel confey with, carry it.

Yes, I remember hearing it but not which podcast. Tom Gresham has said much the same thing, If you shoot single actions a
lot it makes sense to carry what your are familiar with.
My only problem with a single action for CCW is that they are so slow to reload. Other than that I'd go with a Vaquero in a heart beat.

[2HOW]

Hey Kevin, glad to see you're back , long time no see. I would like to carry a .44 or .45 LC in a 4 inch with a birds head grip and a double action if possible. been looking for one for a long time. It would have to be a double . Had a chance some years back to buy a pistol , a double in .45 LC with a sweet trigger . I passed, Dumb ass..

[Frisco]

My neighbor, Pete, has seven or eight handguns....four cap and ball wheelguns, and three or four "ca'tridge sixguns".  His carry gun is a Uberti "bird's head" 3-inch "Sheriff's Model" in .45 Colt.

Now, Pete is 58 years old, and some MAY say he is set in his ways.  I have seen him shoot that old-timey smoke wagon.  He hits what he aims at, and does it in a pretty rapid fashion, thumbing the hammer with his off hand.

I made him a concealable OWB holster with a matching 6-round loop ammo carrier.

Sure, his wheelgun is old-fashioned.  It doesn't load fast.  But, in the end...he is damned good with it, and I don't think he is he least bit under armed.

Would a thumb buster be MY first or second choice?  Nope.  But it works for him.

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[Solus]

If a single action is the only gun you are familiar with using and you cannot get another gun, then carry it.

If you can get another weapon, my preference would be a modern semi-auto .40+, and get familiar with it.

You will never regret being able to make quick shots, having more ammo, and being able to reload quickly under pressure when things get rough.  No gunfight was lost due to extra ammo and quick reloads and being able to make the first accurate shot.

Carry a single action if the is absolutely your ONLY option.

 

[Rob Pincus]

I think Solus is getting the point guys... If you choose to carry and shoot single actions when you have better options, you shouldn't fall back on hearing advice like "carry a gun you know how to shoot" as a justification for it.

Any gun that is more complex to use (including one that requires extra mechanical activities (safety levers, cocking, etc)) is going to be less optimal for self-defense.

-RJP

[TAB]

I think Solus is getting the point guys... If you choose to carry and shoot single actions when you have better options, you shouldn't fall back on hearing advice like "carry a gun you know how to shoot" as a justification for it.

Any gun that is more complex to use (including one that requires extra mechanical activities (safety levers, cocking, etc)) is going to be less optimal for self-defense.

-RJP

I disagree with that statement.  For guns that are carried a safety could litterly save your butt.  We all know the only safety that matters is the one between your ears, its also the safety that has the highest failure rate. 

[Ksail101]

If a single action is the only gun you are familiar with using and you cannot get another gun, then carry it.

If you can get another weapon, my preference would be a modern semi-auto .40+, and get familiar with it.

You will never regret being able to make quick shots, having more ammo, and being able to reload quickly under pressure when things get rough.  No gunfight was lost due to extra ammo and quick reloads and being able to make the first accurate shot.

Carry a single action if the is absolutely your ONLY option.

 

Clint Smith is big on this. I saw a video of his one time where he is holding an old Luger and says if this is all you have then to learn how to use it.

I understand all this, I was just wondering for wondering sake if a SA revolver is something that anyone chooses and that the topic has been on my mind.

[Rob Pincus]

Ksail,

Clint is a wise man.

Tab,

I was talking about shooting... not not-shooting.  If you are carrying a gun that you need to be protected from, I agree: Carry it with an empty chamber and as many safeties as you can find. 
 If you are carrying it for protection from other things, I think it should be as efficient a design to use for its intended purpose as possible and that you should be trained and practiced in its proper use.

-RJP