S&W M49 bodyguard. Longtime backup

[AdAstra2009]

Nice, looking into getting one of those. Maybe the Model 38 for the reduced weight.

[Jcordell]

Originally Posted by AdAstra2009

Nice, looking into getting one of those. Maybe the Model 38 for the reduced weight.

The 49 weighs a little over 20 ounces, but it isn't that bad. You really do adjust to the extra heft and it does make it nicer to shoot, but there is also something to be said for the lighter weight of the Model 38. I remember when I went from my Sig 220 to the Glock 19. It felt like I wasn't carrying anything in my holster at first. And the Sig has an alloy lower frame. Imagine how a standard 1911A1 would feel with the all steel frame after a 12 hour shift.

[StanTheMan]

I remember you talking to me about this one before, JCordell - Nice to actually see it! It indeed looks very sharp, clean and fit given it's age and continued dedicated use. Very nice.

I myself lean to the traditional metal guns.. I've fooled around a fair bit with the alloy pieces, many of them just feel a bit TOO light to me.. To each their own, of course.

[Jcordell]

Both have their advantages. However I tend to go with all steel framed revolvers. Actually I don't own any alloy framed revolvers.