i carry a 38 snubbie, and it certainly seems adequate to me. one problem with these sorts of discussions is that no one would select such a gun to go to a battle with, of course. so i suppose it would depend on just what you think you are up against. as an offensive weapon, no 380 or 38 is going to be selected.but for the last line of defense, both seem adequate at 10 feet.
and.. revolvers are way cooler than semiautos....
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