I graduated from the academy a long time ago, and was issued a Model 64 38 revolver. I never felt undergunned. But, I had been a shooter for many years and practiced all the time, including competing in PPC matches. We shot 38s from 7 to 50 yards. We had rapid fire stages firing 12 rounds in 20 seconds, starting with the revolver holstered. Learning the proper techniques, I could reload my revolver with the speedloader faster than most shooters could reload an auto.
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In light clothing weather I have always carried a lightweight 38 revolver, starting with the Smith Airweight model 642. Aluminum Frame, 38 caliber and hammerless, perfect for the jacket pocket. I either carried the speedloader or the Bianchi Speed Strips. Learn the proper techniques, you can reload pretty quick with those as well.
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These days, I moved up to the Smith Model M&P 340 scandium framed .357. Soooo light, you almost forget you are carrying it. But, So light the recoil with full house 357 is BRUTAL.
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You can shoot this gun a lot and not be bothered by the light weight, if you practice with 38 special ammo.
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Then shoot five rounds of +P or 357 just to show you can....
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I call this little gun "The Beast." But, If someone was looking down the barrel, they wouldn't wonder if you shot five times or six, they'd know if it was loaded.
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In the cold weather months, Flannel Shirt or heavy coat months, I carry my Sig P220... 8 rounds of 45acp... why not?
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