Revolvers. I need ideas 💡
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Onewolf426
Hellcat
Well, this is the "Top 10" list, I am sure there are others on here that know more than I do about revolvers:
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Top 10 Revolver Manufacturers - American Handgunner
Each year, the ATF publishes the Annual Firearms Manufacturing and Export Report (AFMER). Here, we share a look at the top revolver manufacturers of 2021.
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FNFAN
Master Class
What's the purpose? Fun range gun? CCW? Strictly in the home-defense? Stop large bears?
Somewhere between a NAA mini & a 500 S&W there's a gun for Mom!
Old_Me
Emissary
i like my Ruger GP 100 2.5" snubby, shoots both .38 and .357, which for her...maybe just go with .38..??
that's all i got
you'll surely get....3,594,684,298,483,099,387,176,999, more opinions shortly
also just remember that revolvers have a much heavier trigger pull....
does she have arthritis, or any other issue(s) with her hands or fingers.....???
that's all i got
you'll surely get....3,594,684,298,483,099,387,176,999, more opinions shortly
also just remember that revolvers have a much heavier trigger pull....
does she have arthritis, or any other issue(s) with her hands or fingers.....???
BassCliff
Ronin
Hi,
Here's another "best of" review. You cant go wrong with a S&W 686 or Ruger GP 100.
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I really enjoy my 686 Plus but it might be too much for Mom.
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BassCliff
Here's another "best of" review. You cant go wrong with a S&W 686 or Ruger GP 100.
Best Revolvers: Tested & Rated [2026]
We look at some of our favorite tested revolvers for concealed carry, hunting, plinking, and home defense.
I really enjoy my 686 Plus but it might be too much for Mom.
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Jsimon78
Professional
What's the purpose? Fun range gun? CCW? Strictly in the home-defense? Stop large bears?
It’s for mom. So nothing overwhelming like a 45-70 government
Jsimon78
Professional
Hi,
Here's another "best of" review. You cant go wrong with a S&W 686 or Ruger GP 100.
Best Revolvers: Tested & Rated [2026]
We look at some of our favorite tested revolvers for concealed carry, hunting, plinking, and home defense.
I really enjoy my 686 Plus but it might be too much for Mom.
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BassCliff
I’m thinking about going to a range and having my mom try it.
Jsimon78
Professional
Well I rather have a F-ton of answers. Last known she doesn’t have arthritis in her fingers. Yes I’ll see who has a .38 to rent.
ex13F
Custom
6 shot .38/357 smaller frame and a good trigger right from the start. At least mine is.
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Jsimon78
Professional
I’m leaning that way right now tbh.
I have the S&W 686 Plus 4". It is heavy, so your mom may not enjoy it much (i could be wrong). However, it shoots like dream. Shooting 38spl is really easy, even with +P. You may consider the 3" version and save a bit on weight. If you can rent one, do so.
Is this for home defense?
Is this for home defense?
Old_Me
Emissary
just sayin' too that the GP 100 that i have, holds 7 rounds
i forgot to mention that ealrier.
Anchorite
Professional
I'll go ahead and say it .... Rossi. Look for a used 38 Special. They are out there. Save money over the used Smith/Colt/Ruger or new Taurus. Buy ammo for practice.
Their action design has remained the same for years, a virtual copy of a Smith & Wesson, except the Rossi uses a coil mainspring. They tend to have very crisp triggers and overall slick actions right from the box. I wouldn't think twice if the price was right.
Rossi may be owned by Taurus, but in this scenario, I'd take a Rossi over a Taurus any day, and twice on Sunday.
Their action design has remained the same for years, a virtual copy of a Smith & Wesson, except the Rossi uses a coil mainspring. They tend to have very crisp triggers and overall slick actions right from the box. I wouldn't think twice if the price was right.
Rossi may be owned by Taurus, but in this scenario, I'd take a Rossi over a Taurus any day, and twice on Sunday.
Grayfox
Professional
Yes, I highly recommend that she try some rental guns first.
There are tons of good revolvers out there. They come in all sizes and weights. S&W, Colt and Ruger are at the top of the list. But for something that she won't shoot a lot, there are other cheaper options.
There are tons of good used revolvers out there. Don't be afraid to buy used if you know how to check one over properly.
Generally, for a woman's home defense revolver, I recommend a medium frame revolver in .38 Special. The S&W "K" frames and similar being the perfect candidates. I try to stay away from the small framed guns. Especially for a beginner. Most find the recoil is too much and won't practice with them enough to learn to shoot it well. Large framed guns may be too heavy or unwieldy for them to shoot well. I've noticed that several people are recommending the S&W "L" frame guns. Great guns to be sure but they may also fall into that too heavy category for her. Same for the Ruger GP-100. However, some women will surprise you and take to a certain gun you never expected. So its best to let her try several and pick her own.
There are tons of good revolvers out there. They come in all sizes and weights. S&W, Colt and Ruger are at the top of the list. But for something that she won't shoot a lot, there are other cheaper options.
There are tons of good used revolvers out there. Don't be afraid to buy used if you know how to check one over properly.
Generally, for a woman's home defense revolver, I recommend a medium frame revolver in .38 Special. The S&W "K" frames and similar being the perfect candidates. I try to stay away from the small framed guns. Especially for a beginner. Most find the recoil is too much and won't practice with them enough to learn to shoot it well. Large framed guns may be too heavy or unwieldy for them to shoot well. I've noticed that several people are recommending the S&W "L" frame guns. Great guns to be sure but they may also fall into that too heavy category for her. Same for the Ruger GP-100. However, some women will surprise you and take to a certain gun you never expected. So its best to let her try several and pick her own.
Talyn
Emissary
7 Best Revolvers For Women [2026]
When it comes to firearms for us women, many immediately think of those tiny handguns that can slip right into our purses. But trust me, that's not always the
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