Considering a deep cover revolver

[K.C.]

I'm looking for a new small thin secondary carry gun to use where I cant carry my primary because of size. I've been using a Beretta tomcat and frankly I'm not feeling it. The small thin size is perfect but it's the dependability I have an issue with. I've had failure to eject issues on more than on occasion and I need this secondary to be reliable because I secretly carry it in a shitty shady area on a daily basis. I've been carrying in a smart carry. Pocket carry isn't an option. I plan to carry the revolver the same way if its small enough..

I've been throwing the idea around about a small hammerless revolver. Any suggestions? Since I've never owned a revolver,If I were to look at used what common things should I look at to make sure it's not abused junk.

[Brown-Bear]

Smith and Wesson Airweight or a Ruger Lcr.

[Philbert]

http://thefiringline.com/Misc/librar...ver-check.html

[IronButt]

My wife has a S&W 642. Great little gun.

[dirksterg30]

My pick would be the Ruger LCR, preferably with laser grips

[indiandave]

I have a S&W 642 for this purpose. I've had it for several years and it has been very dependable.

[PaTom]

I like my Ruger LCR a lot. It's relatively inexpensive, really light, and shoots great. Of course, as a light weight .38, it's got a bit more recoil than a heavier gun would.

[K.C.]

I'm going to have to go down to ace sporting goods and look at the various revolvers mentioned by you guys who responded. My main concern is thickness. I dont have much control over the pants I will be trying to conceal it in so thats my main concern. I have to conceal and not be limited too much as far as movement is concerned. If anyone has any other suggestions please keep posting.

[PennsyPlinker]

I'm looking for a new small thin secondary carry gun to use where I cant carry my primary because of size. I've been using a Beretta tomcat and frankly I'm not feeling it. The small thin size is perfect but it's the dependability I have an issue with. I've had failure to eject issues on more than on occasion and I need this secondary to be reliable because I secretly carry it in a shitty shady area on a daily basis. I've been carrying in a smart carry. Pocket carry isn't an option. I plan to carry the revolver the same way if its small enough..

I've been throwing the idea around about a small hammerless revolver. Any suggestions? Since I've never owned a revolver,If I were to look at used what common things should I look at to make sure it's not abused junk.

Just so you know. I had a S&W J frame .38 Special. It was a 638 with the shrouded hammer. Five shots. It occupied pretty much the same space as a S&W M&P 9c. That holds 12+1 rounds of 9mm. Virtually the same width, same height, and same length. Which would you pick? I love revolvers, and own a number. But when I carry, round count has a lot to do with it.

[thebearpack]

You're welcome to test drive my S&W 642 before you buy, KC.