Are snub nosed revolvers legal?

While many people carry a revolver for personal protection, primarily a . 38 Special snub-nose sporting a two inch barrel, both legal concealed carry civilians and police should understand that these firearms are limited in scope of use.

What is the purpose of a snub nose revolver?

Mission. The snubnose revolver is a close-quarters self-defense handgun. The design was a response to the need for a compact repeating handgun which could be presented rapidly and concealed easily.

Is a snub nose enough for self-defense?

Here it is: the snubby is enough gun for the civilian concealed carrier most of the time and under most circumstance that a civilian defender is likely to face. Statistically, the vast majority of defensive incidents can be resolved with a 5 shot snubby.

Are revolvers CA legal?

As of January 1, 2001, no handgun may be manufactured within California, imported into California for sale, lent, given, kept for sale, or offered/exposed for sale unless that handgun model has passed firing, safety, and drop tests and is certified for sale in California by the Department of Justice.

How accurate is a 357 snub nose?

I’ve found this to be roughly true, mostly at distances of 15 to 25 yards. Many snubnose guns shoot the popular lighter bullets (110-125 grains) low, often six to eight inches low at 15 to 25 yards. For defensive use that may be tolerably close, but ultimately that’s a decision for the shooter.

Why revolvers are better for self-defense?

One advantage of the revolver in home defense is that it is easier to operate and learn to shoot. There isn’t much to shooting a revolver: simply open the cylinder, insert bullets, close the cylinder and pull the trigger.

When does a revolver become a snub nose?

When the measurement of the revolver barrel is 2.5 inches or less, it is considered to be a snub nose revolver. There is some debate over this since there’s no definitive answer. Some say that since there is an apparent gap between 3′ and 4′ barrels that anything 3′ and under should be considered a snub nose.

Which is the best snub nose for concealed carry?

For example, a smaller-sized snub-nose revolver would excel for concealed carry users based on the fact that they have the right dimensions for it to become a concealed carry revolver. Quick Take – The Best Snub-Nose Revolvers These are our recommendations for the best snub-nose revolvers: Smith & Wesson 642.38

Which is the best.357 Magnum snub nose revolver?

Ruger SP-101. Author’s pick for best .357 Magnum snub nose. .44 caliber snub nose revolvers lay moribund for decades after World War Two. Once a popular bore size, and epitomized by the .44 Special, it fell on hard times until the .44 Remington Magnum hit the scene.

Which is the best snub nose in the market?

The Charter Arms Undercover Lite offers a reliable design that combines the .38 Special +P power with a compact and lightweight package. Made from a lightweight aluminum frame with a steel cylinder and barrel, this concealed-hammer snub nose revolver weighs only 12 ounces.