..that is a great photo, as the pics in your pocket present a good illustration to plainly clarify the context of a "pocket rigs" category.

that little Beretta is a fun rig, but if you can find an Escort, it would surely slake your thirst.


i can't say i truly consider the Beretta model 71 Jaguar a "pocket rig" in the sense of say, a Seecamp, nevertheless consider this:


Ruger Mark 1 with 4 3/4 inch tapered barrel;

holds 9+1;
is 9 inches long;
weighs 35 ounces.


Beretta model 71 Jaguar with 3 1/2 barrel;

holds 8+1;
is 6.5 inches long;
weighs 17 ounces.


holds nearly as many rounds, weighs half as much, is 2 1/2 inches shorter, and has absolute reliability. accuracy is great, and it is no trouble to put a magazine full on a paper plate at 50 yards. not exactly an honest pocket rig, but by contrast to the great Ruger pistol, the Beretta is a true anomaly...

pic of an old beater i often use to help beginning shooters learn essential fundamentals. this one sports a cross-bolt safety (which i never use), and a "pedal style" slide release. it's a wreck--rust, pits, dings and all--but like a Timex watch, it keeps on ticking. have never had a time when someone did not like this particular model--they are truly at the very top of the pile...

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