Forums » Handguns: Revolver

• CherynB

  

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  March 18, 2011 12:59:55 PM PDT

  My brother bought me a Spring Field Armory XD9 Sub Compact, but my hands are weak and it is very difficult for me to rack the side, release the slide, and release the magazine. So I'm thinking I should get a revolver instead. I will have it primarily for home defense. Is this a good idea? There are so many different ones, how do I choose the best one for me.

• JimBianchi

  

  • 15 posts
   

  September 5, 2011 6:44:34 PM PDT

  You need to go to a larger gun store/range and rent what they have.
  
  A four inch 357Mag in one of the major brands (Smith, Colt or Ruger) will set you back $400 or so used.
  
  Practice with cheap 38SP, but you should keep it securely by you bed with 357Mag ammo.
  
  Those are great guns that will last many lifetimes.