Reliable, accurate, and powerful its hard to beat a good wheelgun. I've carried a S&W of one model or another sense 06' man I love em!! What's more comforting is the quality training I wish everyone would seek. If you haven't had any get it... Don't buy that second third or fifth gun. Invest that money learning the skills that might save your life.Okay, a few days ago I watched a video on here of an Indiana police officer chasing down a suspect who ran during a routine traffic stop. At one point the suspect turned and tried to shoot the pursuing officer but forgot that the manual safety on his weapon was engaged. While I am thankful the officer was able to go home to his family, the video did make me stop and think.
I currently carry a 9mm XDm. I had planned to eventually upgrade to a 1911 for EDC. In light of the video, I am revaluating this plan. Now I do not think I want is an EDC equipped with a manual safety. I could see myself forgetting that the safety is engaged and paying for my mistake with my life.
What do you all think about me moving to a revolver for a EDC? The reason I am thinking about going this route is that not only is there no manual safety but also the chance of the weapon jamming when I need it most is virtually nil. While my XDm has been reliable, once in a while there were issues. I can't see a revolver having any issues in terms of reliability under stress. The only downside is reduced capacity. What caliber do you all carry? .38 special or .357 mag? What holsters do you use to carry your revolver? Any comments? Thanks! :-)