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.17 HMR as a personal defense weapon

chewy352

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SomeGuyInCali wrote:
The only thing I don't like about revolvers is the grip required to shot properly. I started out with 1911, and then moved to the glock style. Never really felt comfortable with revolvers. My muscle memory kicks in when I switch between 1911 and glock style. I watch a lot of people at the range that hold a revolver incorrectly as if it were a pistol.
Can you elaborate on the difference in grip. I currently own a pistol but am looking into getting a .38 special.
 

Grapeshot

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chewy352 wrote:
SomeGuyInCali wrote:
The only thing I don't like about revolvers is the grip required to shot properly. I started out with 1911, and then moved to the glock style. Never really felt comfortable with revolvers. My muscle memory kicks in when I switch between 1911 and glock style. I watch a lot of people at the range that hold a revolver incorrectly as if it were a pistol.
Can you elaborate on the difference in grip. I currently own a pistol but am looking into getting a .38 special.
There is a difference in grip/hand position that is easier to teach one-on-one than to describe. The following may help some:

http://www.christiangunowner.com/correct_handgun_grip.html

http://www.backwoodshome.com/articles2/ayoob85.html

Yata hey
 

PincheOgro1

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The problem is NOT that she doesn't like my .40, it's that she cant "cock" it. LOL. I have a small wife. scrawny even. LOL. she LOVES my gun, and has become enamored with the idea. THAT is why she wants her own.
 

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I personally have been known to Carry a .17 HMR Rifle, Loaded,for Personal Defense while in Public.

I do not live in California.
 
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