Re: Mrs. CJ wants a home defense & carry option for herself.
I own 2 Ruger sp 101s. One in a 3" the other is a 2 1/4". I got them used for 300$ each. They are well built,shoot well & are moderatly priced. The shorter barrel carries great in a Smartcarry holster. Being Rugers they will hold up for many years & thousands of rounds of the hottest .357 mag. I have never shot .38 through either of mine,although it is an option.
If you plan on doing lots of shooting,a Ruger will hold up better than a Rossi or Taurus or dare I say a Smith & Wesson.
Being all steel is a double edge sword. The weight helps tame recoil but it's there when you carry it.
A 3" snout will carry nice in a fannypack or belt holster. The longer barrel with a Hogue rubber grip will help with recoil.
If using a snub for defense,I recommend .357mag,if you can.
Last edited by reverserboy; October 1st, 2007 at 09:03 AM.
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