Best least expensive revolver for concealed carry?

[Zachm]

LEAST EXPENSIVE, not cheap, as in something thatll lead to the cylinder not matching up with the barrel(Literally seen that before). Looking for a revolver as a backup since my main gun is a springfield xd mod 2! Also, weird and random question, but does anyone know if in NC if I get a non resident elsewhere is that sufficient for the background check when I purchase a pistol? Like, instead of having to buy additional purchase permits? I'm just so on the fence about concealed carry in state or out of state. I can save money getting a non resident and that's really whats swaying me most lately if I am honest and I mean yes it may be only $40 or $50, but hey, I am in college and that's a book(used of course), plus I educate myself on the ever changing Concealed Laws. Thanks

 

[NotTwoShure]

Go to a good gun shop and look at used guns that have been inspected by a cert gunsmith. I think if it is to save your life spend the few extra buck on a Smith.

(Sent from the bunker with WiFi smoke signals)

 

[Zachm]

The funny thing is when it comes to revolvers, I cant find any like collective answer by gun enthusiasts. Ive had some tell me Taurus are absolute junk and some tell me the same about smith and wessons, rugers, etc. Ive honestly never really ventured into the revolver world and ive only shot Glocks(My dad only bought glocks growing up), springfields, remingtons, a saiga 12 and saiga 7.62, old soviet guns, and an AR(not a fan of AR's tbh). So outside of those, I'm naïve on gunbrands!

 

[bofh]

Used Smith & Wesson J Frame, like the Model 442, or Ruger LCR. The revolver should be double-action only (no exposed hammer that can catch on clothing) and either in .38 Special +P or .357 Magnum. There is close to no advantage in shooting .357 Magnum out of a snub-nose revolver, but the frame is typically heavier, i.e., the recoil of a .38 Special +P round out of a .357 Magnum revolver is even lower due to the added weight of the gun.

 

[Wild Dog]

Forget concealed, wear this:

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With this on your hip no fool would dare mess with you.

 

[NotTwoShure]

The funny thing is when it comes to revolvers, I cant find any like collective answer by gun enthusiasts. Ive had some tell me Taurus are absolute junk and some tell me the same about smith and wessons, rugers, etc. Ive honestly never really ventured into the revolver world and ive only shot Glocks(My dad only bought glocks growing up), springfields, remingtons, a saiga 12 and saiga 7.62, old soviet guns, and an AR(not a fan of AR's tbh). So outside of those, I'm naïve on gunbrands!

Well, Taurus is good for what it is and if you are going to only shoot it a few times a year, My wife will only shoot her Smiths, the best for her is the large N frame 28. The Lady Smith a .357 on a K frame is ok but she holds near and dear to the old Model 15. I love the Kimber Ultra and Glock. In my view a five shot J frame is the way to go but the price might be a little high for you.
(Sent using a 2 meter AM/FM/SSB Cell phone on top of the Bunker)

 

[Axeanda45]

NEVER had a problem with any of my many Taurus revolvers.... They are better than any others in the same price range (new), but you wont go wrong with a used S&W either...

 

[flyingron]

Slim, I ain't never seen a handgun that big before.

If you wanted to buy new, I'd probably suggest Ruger is probably your best price point.
As pointed out, if you stay away from the "collectors" item type stuff (like Colt's and the DW pistol packs) you can usually find a decent 357 or 38 revolver for a reasonable price.
They're pretty dirt simple to inspect. I got a Dan Wesson Model 8 (because I specifically wanted that one for personal reasons) off GunBroker in the $300 range. Saw some nice stuff at a random gun shop I passed by (It's amazing how fast the prices drop when you get away from the major metro areas)

 

[Zachm]

Dang, that's a pretty good price, Its funny because when I turned 18 that's when guns started sky rocketing(Actually stopped shopping at a local gun shop because I found a Saiga 12 there the morning for $599 and they were going to hold it for me because I had to go get the money, come back in to hear about some idiot shooting kids in Connecticut and they had it for $1500, no joke, ended up having to pay $850 for one), but anyways, I remember when I thought Id turn 21 Id have a Makarov as my backup, but since then, I literally can not find them in the area for less than $300 and I got my springfield xd mod 2 BRAND NEW for $449 out the door.

 

[cluznar]

Any revolver that goes bang every time you pull the trigger is best. :dance3:

 

[NotTwoShure]

That one is comfortable with and results in good groups. Why not buy the best you are able to afford, after you have researched and tried.
(Sent from under the bunker on the Ranch with really big horns)

Any revolver that goes bang every time you pull the trigger is best. :dance3:

 

[Waffles]

Consider a Charter Arms. They come in .38, .40 and .45 cals. They are 5 shot, snub nose and up. I have one I purchased back in 1979 in .38 snub nose and it always performs when I want it to. Excellent little pistol.

 

[aacx22]

Rock Island Armory M206 6RD 38Spl 2" Barrel

$229 for a .38 snub.

I have one and I have not had any issues. It seems to shoot straight. My groups aren't bad, not like my SR9, but good enough for a belly gun.

Here is a review.

 

[flyingron]

You don't necessarily need a snub. I have a 4" barrel on my 38 and it holsters fine. I actually use it more often than not in a shoulder rig where it nestles quite nicely under my arm.

 

[TrapperBob]

Also, weird and random question, but does anyone know if in NC if I get a non resident elsewhere is that sufficient for the background check when I purchase a pistol? Like, instead of having to buy additional purchase permits?

No, a Non-resident CCW permit holder in NC still must get a pistol purchase permit from the county sheriff. Also, it does not get you out of the NICS form and check for other gun purchases, which a NC resident permit does within the state.

 

[AnthemBassMan]

My Wife has a Taurus 85 that she bought back around '93. That pistol has quite a few rounds through it and still looks and functions great. I would have no issues or reservations at all carrying that revolver.

L8R,
Matt

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[Tahmail]

I picked up a Ruger LCR as a pocket gun and it does the job - light weight, compact and reliable.

 

[Hatrix]

I'd consider a Ruger. LCR if you want small and light. SP101 if you want heavy and built like a tank. J Frame or a Model 60 are in that price range as well.