I kinda want to get something small like this (Ruger LCR .22 LR) for concealed carry. I’ve never owned a gun before, and based on my reading revolvers sound more reliable (plus I’ve always thought they looked cool). Went with 22 because of that time ammo got super expensive and 9mm was ridiculous compared to what you could get going for .22.
But is this gun stupid? Is concealed carry stupid? It’s okay if I’m dumb, I know very little about guns other than like the last few nights I’ve spent trying to research a good, small concealed carry.
Great points from everyone else, but one other thing I’d like to add to the argument against a CC revolver is that generally revolvers have a double action trigger, which means every single trigger pull will be heavy and thus less accurate (unless you already have years of experience shooting DA pistols), while most seni-autos have a much lighter striker fire trigger, or at worst a DA/SA trigger where only the first pull after disengaging the safety is double action.
Ruger
Yes, stupid gun.
Jk of course. The best gun to have is one that shoots, but a .22 is not reliable stopping power or ammo comrade
yes because it doesn’t look cool
don’t get a .22 for self defense, they’re peashooters and you need more stopping power. If you just want a light gun for practicing marksmanship, then okay I guess.
you mentioned concealed carry multiple times, make sure you follow the applicable laws of your state for that.
a revolver is not really a great idea for concealed either. Potentially easier for bullets to fall out, etc.
if your state doesn’t allow concealed, then don’t fuck around with that. Instead consider getting something milder that you can keep in your pocket like mace.
If you are wanting a self defense gun, 22 is a bad idea. you want 9mm at least ,or for revolver a 357 or 38special.
