But the 617 is lighter and it doesn't kick. She may still prefer the .22 because the .38 snubby recoil may be hard for her to manage.Kensterfly wrote:As many of know, we can't make our wives carry a gun they do not like, no matter how hard we try to convince them that it's for their own good. In my case, my wife might keep a .38 in her car but she will never carry it. She has readily agreed, however, to carry my NAA Mini .22 mag (hollow points.) I'm okay with that. For now, it's that or nothing.LeonCarr wrote:I would recommend the Ruger LCR. It is available in .22LR, and the same size revolver is available when you upgrade to a .38 or .357.
I know you are asking about a .22, but I cannot seriously recommend one for self defense. Upgrade to a .38 Special or 9mm minimum as soon as she is proficient with the .22.
Just my .02,
LeonCarr
I agree that if she agreed to carry a larger frame .22, like the 617 or similar, she may as well carry a .38.
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- Fri Jan 10, 2014 12:07 pm
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- Fri Jan 10, 2014 11:03 am
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Re: .22 Revolver Recommendation for Lady
The S&W 617 snubby in .22 LR is so light it's hard to believe it's a real gun. The Ruger LCR in .22 LR is just a little bigger and heavier. The sights suck on both guns. I'd give the advantage to Ruger because it's easy to change out the front sight with a tritium night sight or other high visibility sight.