2007-08-05 07:18:14 · 7 answers · asked by Scott 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law Enforcement & Police
If you're really that concerned, and you must by a firearm. Check out the Taurus, Judge. 5 shot cylinder. Will handle either a .45 long colt, and/or a .410 shot gun shell.
2007-08-05 09:33:45 · answer #1 · answered by CGIV76 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I used to carry a beretta 25, then I switched over to the KelTec 32. The Tomcat is about the same.
It is a good gun, the only gripes I had against the beretta was the the clip would sometimes come out in my pocket and the safty catch would sometimes get shifted to the on position.
Look at the Keltec before you buy and see what you think. The beretta will be a good gun too.
2007-08-05 07:29:04 · answer #2 · answered by Joseph G 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My brother has one, and while it is an accurate pistol, I don't personally like the feel of the Tomcat, in addition to thinking it's a little underpowered for self defense purposes.
That said, I would take that with me over "nothing." A .22 in the hand beats a .44 left in the safe (or the car, etc.).
My feelings are that any gun you feel comfortable carrying is better than no gun at all.
As mentioned by Michael B above, definitely get "proficient" with it. If you aren't proficient with it, it won't matter what gun you are using.
Good luck.
2007-08-09 06:00:42 · answer #3 · answered by Shrimp 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you want something in this size you may also want to look at the Kel-Tec in 32acp. I had a Beretta in 32 and ended up trading it in, it could have been made a little slimmer and the trigger should be made slightly wider. The Kel-Tec is much lighter, costs less, more compact and works well with federal hydra shocks, check it out they also make a slightly larger one in 380
2007-08-05 07:37:10 · answer #4 · answered by kato outdoors 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Smith and Wesson Model 686 snubbie. .357 packs a wallop and has the most reliable One Shot Stop stats to back it up.
Regardless of what sidearm you choose, it is worthless unless you are proficient in its use. You should look at spending between 1000 to 1500 rounds of ammunition to get a good feel for it, and between 5000 and 6000 rounds to be "proficient".
I'm not talking paper targets either. How many people have tried shooting in the dark? Or after running? While sitting on your backside? These are all situations you have a high probability of being in if you have to pull your sidearm for self defense. Once the round leaves the barrel you want to make sure it hits its intended target, not the 6 year old sleeping in the house across the street.
2007-08-05 10:17:50 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
Glock!!! (for home protection an 870 Remington 12 gauge shot gun)
2007-08-05 07:27:25 · answer #6 · answered by schneider2294@sbcglobal.net 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i vote glock too
we have 2
2007-08-05 08:22:15 · answer #7 · answered by nataliexoxo 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋