This thread is hilarious to me, because IIRC several years ago I was scorned by the majority in a thread here on this forum for suggesting that maybe new shooters should be trained first with an auto, partly because modern autos were arguably just as reliable and partly because they are easier to shoot well. I still hold to that opinion. Nice to see more now appear willing to accept it.
Originally Posted by Bluedreaux
And if people are carrying Shields and LCPs, they’ve already accepted only having 5-6 rounds. There’s gotta be another reason for choosing a revolver.
I'll give you two. A revolver requires no confirmation of reliability with untested factory loads. It's not a common issue these days, but we still mostly recommend a chosen carry round to undergo the usual "200 rounds with no malfunction". And sometimes during ammo shortages, 38 spl is the only thing on the shelf.
Doesn't normally apply to you, me, or anyone else who takes gun carrying seriously - but those are legitimate reasons for some.
