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txinvestigator wrote:I think that is one of things that is just a personal preference. I don't see it being an advantage either way, really. WIth modern factory ammo, how many times have you have a round that failed to fire on the first hit.

For those few, how many fired on the second hit?

However, since it is HIS wife that will be carrying.......... ;)

With a still "healthy" hammer/striker spring, I've never had factory ammo not go bang. Had some "reloads" that had a batch of hard primers once (winchester), but not many of those went off the second time either.

I am more concerned that she learn the proper techniques for getting a fresh round in the chamber than standing there hoping one more "hit" will do it. There is more than one reason why your "auto" won't go bang, and it might not be the primer.

Just seems like a waste of time to me, but maybe I'm being short sighted. At least with a double action revolver when you squeeze the trigger (again) you're putting a fresh round in front of the hammer.

My older Brother has finally convinced his wife to get her CHL. They are "mulling over" what kind of pistol she should get. There is no doubt it will reside in her purse most of the time (tactically sound or not).

I suggested a small frame (high quality) revolver, for its simplicity and reliability. He's thinking medium size auto, DA with second strike capability.

I don't have any problem with the DA auto, but suggested he not get too hung up on the SSC feature...because it will severely limit his choices.

Of course... after the decision for an action type has been made, sister-in-law will need to handle many different weapons to see which feels the best to HER, we all understand that.

Thoughts on Second Strike? I don't think it hurts to have it, but I don't see it ever being used (or not the way I was trained).

Willing to learn something though!