I would like to have maximum rounds available in the event I have to use it. That is why I went with the bersa. Feel may end up deciding it but I havent shopped in person yet.
There's a thing called a mag dump. Revolver or magazine doesn't matter. In the event you have to use your firearm to defend yourself, you'll most likely empty it into your targets direction. After you pick up your firearm, order snap caps. They are non-fireable bullets with a piece of rubber where the primer should be. Practice clearing jams (double feeds and stove pipes) and reloading. Speed loaders or spare mags help, but you just want to practice to stay sharp.
This is getting more and more bonkers.
It's not bonkers, it's just advice. You can take it or leave it, no problem. Pick up your firearm and come back and look through these comments later. Take your time and be picky, get what feels right to you. For instance, I think I have my .45 for about 6 months before I picked up snap caps for it to practice with. Just don't shoot your eye out and you'll be fine.
Shot placement is more important than round count.
I was hoping to place one in their face if it comes to it. Which guns are best at face shots lol. Seriously this thread is great for someone bewildered by buying a gun for the first time.
Adrenaline is a helluva drug. Accuracy at the range doesn't necessarily mean accuracy in a real situation. I'm not saying don't train, but a bigger magazine helps.
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