My New Snubbie is Great! — GMP #241

This episode of the Guns Magazine Podcast features a discussion on snubnose revolvers, with host Brent Wheat and guest Roy Huntington exploring their utility as pocket and travel guns. They highlight the simplicity and reliability of revolvers, contrasting them with semi-automatic pistols in terms of manual of arms and ease of use for less frequent carriers. The conversation touches on the historical context of snubnose revolvers and their enduring appeal among professionals and civilians alike, emphasizing their role as a 'get out of trouble' firearm.

Quick Summary

Snubnose revolvers are favored for pocket carry and as backup guns due to their extreme simplicity and reliability. Their straightforward manual of arms, where the firearm is ready to fire upon being picked up and malfunctions are often resolved by simply pulling the trigger again, makes them ideal for infrequent carriers and stressful situations. Professionals often carry them as a dependable 'get out of trouble' firearm.

Chapters

  1. 00:04Intro & Podcast Welcome
  2. 00:17Joining the Church of the Snubby
  3. 00:55Sponsor Break: Right On Optics
  4. 01:39Roy Huntington Joins the Discussion
  5. 01:46Seeing the Light: The Snubby's Appeal
  6. 02:07Episode 233: Snubbies Are Stupid?
  7. 02:20Smith & Wesson 38 Bodyguard Review
  8. 03:04Preach Brother Preach: Snubby Advocacy
  9. 03:24SWAT Guy's Shock at Pocket 38
  10. 04:02Citizen vs. Officer: Getting Out of Trouble
  11. 04:14First J-Frame in Years
  12. 04:31Joining the Cult: Professionals' Backup Guns
  13. 04:54Gunsite Anecdote: J-Frame Prevalence
  14. 05:48Familiarity and Confidence with Tools
  15. 06:07Simplicity and Reliability of Revolvers
  16. 06:30Ruger LCP Max vs. J-Frame Manual of Arms
  17. 06:59Wife's Reaction to the Snubby
  18. 07:37Semi-Auto Concerns for Infrequent Carriers
  19. 08:03The Pocket Revolver Advantage
  20. 08:06The Challenge of Shooting Snubbies
  21. 08:25Reconciling Novice Carry and Difficulty
  22. 08:28Minimum Training for Close Encounters
  23. 08:55The 'Five Count' Semi-Auto Hesitation
  24. 10:06Train or Wheelgun: The Choice
  25. 10:15Pushing the Envelope with J-Frames
  26. 10:3180-Yard Steel Gong with a J-Frame
  27. 11:04Confidence and Liking the Carry Gun
  28. 11:15Wives and Little Glocks
  29. 11:30The Five Count Story Revisited
  30. 12:01J-Frames vs. Small Autos for Intimidation
  31. 12:27Showing a K-Frame Revolver
  32. 13:05The Reality of Snubnose Popularity
  33. 13:08Show Prep: 147 Flavors of Snubbies
  34. 13:27What is a Snubnose Revolver?
  35. 13:35Early Revolvers and Concealment
  36. 14:10Smith & Wesson Model 3 History
  37. 14:40Comparing to Old West Guns
  38. 15:13Development of Pocket Revolvers
  39. 15:44Concealment Laws and History
  40. 16:36Smith & Wesson Model 12 Discussion
  41. 17:06Smith & Wesson Chief's Special Impact
  42. 17:16Colt Detective Specials and Police Market
  43. 17:36Poo-Pooing Guns: What Do You Carry?
  44. 18:20The Biggest Problem: Buy and Forget
  45. 19:01Don't Be That Guy: Training is Key
  46. 19:17Easy to Shoot, Hard to Shoot
  47. 19:29Basic Revolver Operations
  48. 19:53Daryl Bulky: Get Out of Trouble Gun
  49. 20:20Using Revolvers for Defense
  50. 20:42Law Enforcement Mindset Shift
  51. 21:02Get Out of Trouble, Not Into Trouble
  52. 21:04Old Saying: Best Gun is the One You Have
  53. 21:10Mall Shooting Scenario
  54. 21:35Another Factor: Shooters Are Too Binary
  55. 21:37Perceived Threat Level and Gun Choice
  56. 22:16Baseline Carry: The Pocket Gun
  57. 22:41Roy, Let's Grab Our J-Frames
  58. 22:50The Baseline Gun Concept
  59. 23:05Country Living: LCP Max and J-Frame Combo
  60. 23:23Ankle Holster for Driving
  61. 23:45J-Frame in an External Pocket
  62. 23:57The Toolbox Analogy
  63. 24:25Modified Smith & Wesson 1917 (.45 ACP)
  64. 25:16Charter Arms .45 Colt Snubby
  65. 25:44Charter Arms .32 H&R Magnum Undercoverette
  66. 25:54Lipsy Collaboration J-Frame (.32 H&R Magnum)
  67. 26:15The Extra Shot Comfort
  68. 26:17Shot Percentage in Law Enforcement
  69. 26:44Mindset vs. Gun: Making Shots Count
  70. 27:07Everything is a Tradeoff
  71. 27:21Pick What Works for You
  72. 27:32Experiment and Try Them All
  73. 27:46Amazed at Shooter Judgmentalism
  74. 28:24Never Say Something is Stupid
  75. 28:36Criticism: 'That's Not For Me'
  76. 28:54Give It a Try: Break Preconceived Notions
  77. 29:04Staging the Trigger on a Snubnose Revolver
  78. 29:28Improved Shooting with Trigger Staging
  79. 29:51Gun Store Commandos and Small Frame Revolvers
  80. 30:17Hallelujah: Joined the Church of the Snub Nose
  81. 30:28Two-Parter Tease: Travel Gun Criteria
  82. 30:54Continuing Next Week
  83. 31:17Like and Subscribe Reminder
  84. 31:25Check Out Websites
  85. 31:39Sponsor Reminder: Right On Optics
  86. 32:09Closing Remarks & Get Shooting
  87. 32:23Outro Music

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes snubnose revolvers a good choice for pocket carry?

Snubnose revolvers are excellent for pocket carry due to their simple manual of arms, making them easy to operate even for infrequent carriers. Unlike semi-automatic pistols, they don't require complex steps to ensure readiness, and if a malfunction occurs, simply pulling the trigger again often resolves the issue.

Why do professionals often carry snubnose revolvers as backup guns?

Many professionals carry snubnose revolvers as backup guns because of their inherent reliability and simplicity. They are considered 'get out of trouble' firearms, offering a dependable option that requires less cognitive load in stressful situations compared to more complex semi-automatic pistols.

How does the manual of arms for a snubnose revolver differ from a semi-automatic pistol?

The manual of arms for a snubnose revolver is significantly simpler. You pick it up and it's ready to go. Semi-automatic pistols require checks for magazine insertion, safety status, and chamber status, often leading to a 'five-count' hesitation for those not frequently handling them.

What is the primary advantage of a snubnose revolver for someone who doesn't carry a gun daily?

The primary advantage is their straightforward operation. If a snubnose revolver fails to fire, the user can simply pull the trigger again, a much simpler immediate action than dealing with potential malfunctions in a semi-automatic pistol, which can be daunting for less experienced carriers.

Are snubnose revolvers considered easy to shoot?

While simple to operate, snubnose revolvers can be challenging to shoot accurately due to their short barrels and often stout trigger pulls. However, with proper training, especially focusing on trigger staging, shooters can achieve surprising accuracy even at extended ranges.

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