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Zerna357
I am searching for a lightweight pistol to carry
with me while hiking and camping. I just took
the NRA introductory class and am ready to purchase
my first hand gun. I like the Mountain Lite. I hear it
is a tough gun to fire and not good to practice with.
I am 48 yo woman- not a wimp but in long distance hiking every ounce counts. I have also considered buying a "Lite" gun for the trail and a more substantial gun for practicing.
Not sure that is wise or makes sense so hoping to hear from some experienced folks.
Thanks- Zerna
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  • Der Gebirgsjager
    Take a look at a Taurus Model 85 stainless, almost the same thing as Mark advised, but all-steel and capable of handling +P ammunition. A +P 125 or 158 gr. Jacket Hollow Point bullet .38 Special is worth a few extra ounces; and the stainless will give you additional corrosion protection on those days when you get caught in the rain hiking on those mountain trails. That's what my womenfolk carry; but they just hike to and from the car. [:D]
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  • Frogbert
    My wife hasd a Smith and Wesson 637 Airweight, in Scandium and stainless and she loves it. Takes .38spl+p and only weighs l5 oz.

    Best and safest of days to you and welcome to the forum.

    Frog.

    RRRiBBButt...[:)]
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  • Sunray
    Hi, Zerna. The only thing to consider is how well a handgun fits your hand. Nothing else is important. Grips can be changed. You should carry the same gun you shoot.
    Why do you think you need a handgun and how often will you shoot it? Are you thinking two legged animals or four? The four legged types aren't interested in you. Shooting the two legged type isn't just passing a course and having a firearm. There's a great deal of psychology involved too. Can you shoot a human? If not, leave the gun at home.
    Having said that, 'Lite' firearms tend to give much more felt recoil. Join a shooting club and try as many revolvers as you can. Then decide which one you want to buy.
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  • Zerna357
    Thanks for all the input- I will be hiking in lots of
    rain and bad weather- SO- I take it I should stay away
    from Titanium in that case...
    I use Bear Spray and My Brain when hiking in Grizzly
    country...so really only looking for gun for the 2 legged...
    Also- I will be going fulltime in my camper - and REALLY
    want to feel safe when camping in remote areas.
    Will go to some of the shops around these parts next week
    and check out the models you all have recommended!

    Thanks for the help! Zerna
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  • Zerna357
    1- Long Distance hiking-REMOTE & Going Fulltime in Camper
    REMOTE camping. Will practice 1 or 2 times a month at
    a practice range.
    2- Two (I carry Bear spray in Bear country)
    3- Yes (Without a doubt)

    Tks, Z


    quote:Originally posted by Sunray
    Hi, Zerna. The only thing to consider is how well a handgun fits your hand. Nothing else is important. Grips can be changed. You should carry the same gun you shoot.
    Why do you think you need a handgun and how often will you shoot it?

    Are you thinking two legged animals or four? The four legged types aren't interested in you. Shooting the two legged type isn't just passing a course and having a firearm. There's a great deal of psychology involved too. Can you shoot a human? If not, leave the gun at home.
    Having said that, 'Lite' firearms tend to give much more felt recoil. Join a shooting club and try as many revolvers as you can. Then decide which one you want to buy.
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