Boy howdy, I took a mess of spankin's on that subject. I respect you guys opinions and don't want anyone to think I'm challenging anyone personally, but I have carried single-action revolvers off duty for the past 38 years. Not exclusively, but a good part of the time. One I enjoyed carrying in the late 1970s was a Colt .44 Spl. Like it, I still do, but the Vaquero short barrel is safer and easier on my hands. Thanks to all for the viewpoints. And yes, I have 2 Sigs and an HK P-2000 I carry from time to time. Seein's how this a Cowboy forum I thought this was an appropriate place to seek advice.