Snub Gun Study Group

[alamogunr]

I have not seen the poll on barrel lengths but the whole subject of "Snub Guns" had me looking at my own collection. I mentioned a S&W Model 65 w/3" barrel but I overlooked the S&W Model 696 w/3" barrel. I plan to shoot both more in the hope that I can get a little more proficient with the short barrels.

[alamogunr]

Sorry! Double Post. Not sure how that happened.

[M-Tecs]

Very nice. Thanks!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[LIMPINGJ]

Every time I go to look at the site I get the warning that it is not configured correctly or may be hacked and proceed at your on risk. Does anyone else get this warning?

[VariableRecall]

Thanks -- fortunately I was able to get the domain back up sooner, so we are back at www.snubgunstudygroup.com

Now that this little distraction is over let's get back to the fun stuff like publishing books and articles

The FBI revolver documents are a great read and very interesting!

Neat to see my own revolver in their roster!

[RonIa]

Here's my snub it's may have ate to much

[Beerd]

Every time I go to look at the site I get the warning that it is not configured correctly or may be hacked and proceed at your on risk. Does anyone else get this warning?

I get that warning with Firefox but not with Internet Explorer.
..

[Outpost75]

Works for me with Google Chrome or Opera.

[RJM52]

On your web page you have an informal poll on barrel lengths. I responded there, but I thought it would be fun to get it going, so here goes;

My vote is for 3” for three reasons;
1) It’s shorter than the “standard” LEO barrel length of 4”.
2) The commonly used barrel length for side matches (so called “belly gun” matches) in the old PPC matches around here.
3) The S&W Model 60-4 is equipped with adjustable sights and a 3” barrel with full underlug.

So, IMHO at least, a three inch snub gun is not an oxymoron, it’s just right!

Regards,
Green Frog

Sent from my iPad

...my vote was for 2.25"...mainly because anything longer doesn't fit in a pocket very well...

1 7/8-2.25"...snubby

2.5"-3.75"...stubby

But would like to see both groups addressed in this forum...

Bob

[Jtarm]

Works for me in Safari.

Hmm, looks like I need to get a true snubby, mine are all 2.5-3” (which technically is not a snubb I guess.)

I’m glad to see some validation of the snubs retention advantage. I’ve been met with outright hostility on other forums when suggesting that a 6” N-frame or full-size 1911 may not be the best home defense gun because it can be much more easily levered out of your hand.

[rintinglen]

...my vote was for 2.25"...mainly because anything longer doesn't fit in a pocket very well...

1 7/8-2.25"...snubby

2.5"-3.75"...stubby

But would like to see both groups addressed in this forum...

Bob

I really like the distinction! It makes for more clarity when distinguishing between ostensibly similar revolvers.
= stubby

= snubby

[30calflash]

As far as snub barrel length goes here's my thoughts. There's a large variation between various models and frame sizes. 2" for J and K frames, but then you have 2.5" 19's and 66's. There aren't many 2" N frames, only one I can think of. But there are many 3" models out there. Ruger has had 2.75" in the six series.

So, would it be more inclusive to go with the shortest more common for that series of revolver?

[koyote]

I feel like a 2.5 inch sp101 is very much a snubby. I won't argue about the 3 inch on my belt being a bit bigger, but I can put it in a overall or coat pocket just the same as a charter bulldog in .44

[NickWalker]

Every time I go to look at the site I get the warning that it is not configured correctly or may be hacked and proceed at your on risk. Does anyone else get this warning?

I do apologize for that, there was a configuration issue a few months ago where SSL wasn't working properly. It was fixed within a couple of days. I can assure you however there was never any risk to the end-user as my site does not ask for or collect any kind of user data, nor does it use cookies or anything like it.

[THG]

Good work NickWalker.
Thank you.

[Green Frog]

Enjoyed my Summer ‘21 issue this weekend. I’m at home sick and it was nice to have something to occupy my mind. Thanks to all who contributed.

Froggie

[45Jack]

I think if you like wheelguns regardless of barrel length you’ll enjoy the magazine.

[FergusonTO35]

I spent some quality time with two of my snubbies on Sunday, a Taurus 856 and old school 1970's Charter Undercover. They both shoot really well out to 15 yards and get carried frequently. Grips make or break this type of gun more than any other. Taurus did a great job with the factory grip on the Taurus 856. The Charter wears an OEM rubber grip that I think was made by Sile. With the factory wood panels, there is almost nothing to hold on to.

[Outpost75]

Here is link to the summer issue for those requesting it:

Snub Gun Study Group - Summer 2021
Please enjoy our latest issue:
https://snubgunstudygroup.com/pdf/SG2-Summer2021.pdf

[charlie b]

Nice collection of articles.