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Snubby - why do you Snubby-?

bc22wm said:
Are there any 14oz K frames? I don't disagree with your reasoning but, (there always seems to be a but) I'm a big guy big thighs and wear jeans. No blended wool dress or tactical for me. Nothing designer just plain old Wranglers. Pocket carry a J Frame is do-able but just. So a light weight 38 OWB works best for me. Even in shorts, sandals and a polo shirt.
Why do I carry a snubby? Ease, familiarity, simplicity, comfort, and it's worked for 40 years, if it works don't fix it. ;)
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I’ve found Levi 501 Signatures have very deep pockets- nicely carry any pocket pistol.
 
College town here, so cargo pants to blend in. Every dude wears them, even the man buns. So I blend, and it is fine with me. Hard to go back to jeans after getting used to Duluth. Lots of pockets, and easy to pocket carry a J Frame or Colt Detective Special. But no, I could not pocket carry a K frame...it would look like I had a canned ham in my pocket.
 
Pictures make every topic better...here is the Colt Cobra I carry when I can't carry a more significant firearm. I love Smith and Wessons, but the early model Colts have far superior sights. Not to mention an extra round.
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Shibadog said:
I’ve found Levi 501 Signatures have very deep pockets- nicely carry any pocket pistol.
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It's not the depth of the pocket, it's the fat *** in the pants. Besides Levi Strauss has been anti-gun anti-hunting for years.
September 27, 2021
"Your Favorite Jeans Might Be in Gun Control’s Pocket" NSSF
I prefer not to do business with people who hate me, although that's not always possible.
 
BC22WM, you are so right. If a little at a time we all give up the brand...they will feel it. I am a Wrangler man when I wear jeans....after a lifetime of wearing Levis. I switched because of their anti gun stance. Did they feel it? Probably not. But if we all did...they will!
 
Why? Two main reasons.

-My 2nd/3rd gun(s) get carried in places that attract grit/crud/lint like my ankle or pocket. Yes, maintenance gets them clean at the end of the day, but they get plenty scrappy in between cleanings.
A revolver deals with this environment well because it’s finger-operated.

-The shape conceals well.

Answering bc22wm’s question “Are there any 15oz K-frames?”
You can get close.
S&W Model 12s with 2” barrels are around 19oz.

The S&W model 12 was an Airweight K-frame .38 Spl. They used an aluminum alloy frame. Early ones had an aluminum cylinder too, and just make your 15oz mark, but that aluminum cylinder is risky at best. I have one, just for the sake of having it, but don’t shoot it.

A K-frame that’s so light can feel pretty unusual. My 4” RB 12 is only 1.7oz more than a 2”, and that makes it feel even more odd. My early one with the aluminum cylinder is ridiculously light feeling for the size. It’s weighs 14.99oz while my 442 Airweight J-frame is 14.43oz with Eagle grips.

The Model 12 was a much-passed-over gun when they were being made, and more so now. Most people have never heard of them.
I’ve come to be sort of a nut about them, and carry one daily.
 
somorris said:
As far as the original question, snubbies are just so handy! I argue with myself all the time about carrying such a low capacity when I can easily, with a bit more hassle, carry three times as much and shoot more accurately. The snubby wins most of the time.
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Thank you for your response
I too- have the same argument vs debate vs headache
Your statement- “handy” - sums it all
I have been trying different reloads - for this old dawg - the Zeta speed strips are secure to carry & faster than traditional speed strips. This is to combat the capacity concerns.
The Snubbies ability to be EDC as pocket- AIWB - IWB - OWB - Ankle carry is another advantage
Thank you again
 
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