I have Kel-Tec P-32 (3.32 cal) for my wife, a P3AT (.380 cal) and a PF-9 (9 mm). All are small and light weight. Although with practice you can become fairly proficient with them, they are not target guns. Their design is for light weight, small and concealable carry for needs at self defense distances, and they handle that very well. Many shooters complain about the effects of the recoil of these small guns, but personally I think it's misplaced concern. To have handguns small enough and light enough to be comfortably carried almost anytime, the possibility of a bit of discomfort at the range for a few practice shots is a very good trade off. In the case of an actual defensive use, the discomfort to the user would not be felt.... the same could not be said for the "usee"
If it has to be a wheel gun, then I would opt for a SA/DA S&W airweight. Not being a tall person, and generally still wearing tight jeans (54 years old
), pocket carry is pretty much out for me. I couldn't imagine being able to produce a weapon from my pants pocket anwyay, but a revolver (even enclosed hammer) would be even more difficult. I also can't see myself carrying a wheel gun, even the relatively small j-frame, IWB. Now, a nice high ride OWB holster would be fine for cold weather with a cover garment.
Dang, so much to consider.... style, manufacturer, model, caliber, carry method, holster, costs......
now, what was the question again .... ramble, ramble
