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So, lately, for some odd reason, the bug is gnawing on me that I "need" a small frame, lighweight revolver. Primary use would be for backup carry but also for occasional pocket-carry around the house or for special situations. Maybe even an option for the wife's smaller handbags than her medium frame CZ P-06.
So, I'd be interested in experiences and comments on the equivalents to the S&W 342/442 size frame/weightin .38 or even .32 cal. +P seems important to at least consider and reliability in function and accuracy (to 7 yards) is, of course, critical.
The models I have seen so far are the lower cost, entry-level manufacturers like Taurus, Charter and Rossi, plus the higher price, but still within budget, S&W 300 and 400 series. The 600-series and the LCR's are stretching a bit beyond the limit though. Hammerless (for handbag and pocket carry) seems preferable as well.
Also, any thoughts on building the quality short-list of SD ammo would be handy as well.
So, lately, for some odd reason, the bug is gnawing on me that I "need" a small frame, lighweight revolver. Primary use would be for backup carry but also for occasional pocket-carry around the house or for special situations. Maybe even an option for the wife's smaller handbags than her medium frame CZ P-06.
So, I'd be interested in experiences and comments on the equivalents to the S&W 342/442 size frame/weightin .38 or even .32 cal. +P seems important to at least consider and reliability in function and accuracy (to 7 yards) is, of course, critical.
The models I have seen so far are the lower cost, entry-level manufacturers like Taurus, Charter and Rossi, plus the higher price, but still within budget, S&W 300 and 400 series. The 600-series and the LCR's are stretching a bit beyond the limit though. Hammerless (for handbag and pocket carry) seems preferable as well.
Also, any thoughts on building the quality short-list of SD ammo would be handy as well.