Carrying a Single Action Revolver for CCW

[Michael Bane]

Did I mention we're filming a SHOOTING GALLERY on single action self-defense, since the lever actions for self-defense show went so well?

Speaking of single action stuff, I got my Ruger .44 Special Flat-Tops back from Jim Finch, Long Hunter, and took them out  shooting yesterday. Sweet! I'm sort of going in the opposite direction of most of the rest of cowboy action shooting, moving "up" from poofy .38 to whack-a-mole .44s...it's the cowboy way!!!

Michael B

[Ksail101]

I just wanted to clear something up cause I realized there is so many people I havent had a chance to talk to on here or dont know the whole story...

M&M is a .357 Puma 1892 lever gun. (That really means the world to me and I will never get rid of.) I have been on a revolver kick for the last year or so. Not owning one but renting them up at the range I go to as much as I can, I have shot quite a few. Hell on most DA revolver I seem to thumb the hammer anyway before I shoot. I guess just for nostalgia sake. So I dont think it would be a huge problem for me. If I was to ever get that dream place in Montana I would for sure have a .357 single action with my 1892 in my truck to back her up at all times.

I am even really considering this as my main set up for when I travel from my house over the mountains to Eastern WA to my cabin on the Columbia river. Its no story that you could get caught in the Cascades or somewhere in the Desert if you had car trouble. Having those two firearms on you, could be your source for food, protection, and the ability of comfort for a possible nights sleep.

[Ksail101]

Did I mention we're filming a SHOOTING GALLERY on single action self-defense, since the lever actions for self-defense show went so well?

Speaking of single action stuff, I got my Ruger .44 Special Flat-Tops back from Jim Finch, Long Hunter, and took them out  shooting yesterday. Sweet! I'm sort of going in the opposite direction of most of the rest of cowboy action shooting, moving "up" from poofy .38 to whack-a-mole .44s...it's the cowboy way!!!

Michael B

Hey Michael you said something on the Podcast about Gunsite doing a Defensive Single Action class? Can you keep us informed about that. Maybe write an article or at least talk about it on the Podcast. I would love to hear about how it goes and what are some things you learned or how, if, it shocks you by how good a SA is for Self-defense.

[Ping]

Looking forward to that episode of Shooting Gallery Michael B.

[seeker_two]

To me, the question comes to this: "Is a .357/.44/.45-caliber bullet moving at 850-1200FPS going to be any less effective if I fire it from a SA revolver than it would be if I fired it from a DA revolver or an autopistol?".... 

Training and technique can overcome the other issues.... 

[Sponsor]

[devzal]

I was thinking about picking up an old Ruger Old Army cap and ball revolver just to be on the safe side if they take away my cartridge firing equipment and my carry permit is still valid. Black power makes a nice smoke screen to conceal me during the reload.

[Michael Bane]

Every so often I look at a cap and ball LeMat replicas and think hmmmmmmmmm...9 .44 balls and a 20 gauge barrel...2 of those bad boys would get you through the night...

Michael B

http://www.cabelas.com/hprod-1/0036661.shtml

[TAB]

The came with a 16 ga, way back when...   

[fightingquaker13]

Every so often I look at a cap and ball LeMat replicas and think hmmmmmmmmm...9 .44 balls and a 20 gauge barrel...2 of those bad boys would get you through the night...

Michael B

http://www.cabelas.com/hprod-1/0036661.shtml

Right there with you. I came within a frogs hair of ordering one of Cabelas a couple of times when they used to have them for around $400 back in the day.Looking back, I really wish I had.
fightingquaker13

[Gossamer]

When I go camping with my family I usually bring my SASS wheelguns because everyone knows how to use them and they are boringly reliable. I agree with the thought that picking a less effective firearm for personal protection is not the best idea. I choose to use these because all the members of my family know how to use them. A good solution immediatly is probably better than the perfect thing thirty minutes later. Take care all.