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Seattle guns has a bulletin board that is all Wa ads as well. Seem to be lots of buying and selling. Have used both and most folks are glad to show a drivers liscense and CPL or WAC card during transactions.

How about a Ruger Bisley in 45 Colt like this:
http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=253114588

It can be loaded mild or wild and will do about anything you ask of it. I'm going to be selling my X framed 500 PC to get one. The economy and circumstances are infringing on my life too. I'll pray for your situation.

THANKS MR RICKY!

I have had a few Ruger 45LC revolvers and yes, they are very versatile. Even in thier new lighter framed Vaquero guise, however, they are still a tad heavy for me to consider as a trail gun and would be too heavy, slow to get into battery (for me - that is) and bulky for a daily carry gun. Appreciate the thought and especially the prayers.

Safari,
Many have chimed in here who know more about handguns than I do as I have only four, each for a designated and specific use. In my mind anyway. I'll humbly suggest a S&W J-frame 357 (3" barrel) and a couple of speed loaders. It's small, easy to carry, and concealable, though it might be a bit heavier than your desired limit. 38 Specials in bulk for plinking/defense and small game. 357 hard casts for the where the bigger beasties roam. Used, should be in the $400-$600 range.

safariman,

My suggestion is that you buy two handguns: one for self-defense and one for trail use. If it has to be just one, I'd go 1911A1 in .45 ACP. If you have to use it on bipedal vermin who are out to do you harm, a 1911A1 is the way to go.

I always suggest that for self-defense one should buy a tactical weapon that will accord you best chance of survival. And with bipedal vermin, always expect more than one bad guy. Bad guys rarely caper alone.

If you buy a handgun for self-defense, buy the best quality you can afford. You life is worth nothing less.

For self-defense, one should have thorough knowledge of her/his weapon's function, even in the dark of night. It should be as routine as brewing morning's coffee. When bad guys are shooting at you, it's no time to divert attention to weapon operation. Your focus has to be on the bad guys.


Good luck,

R