[scottmandue]

Originally Posted by id10t

If'n you are thinking of spending $1k and physical strength is a concern ...

Just get one of these - https://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/product_info.php/cPath/2084_2108/products_id/415001968/Ruger+GP100+327+FED+Blue+5%5C+Half+Lug

As I said thinking of a revolver and oddly enough I am flip flopping on a GP100 or S&W 686 loaded with .38 specials.

I don't think it is a matter of physical strength but my wife's reluctance to use deadly force.

But like Eric said I'm very suspicious of the accuracy (presume you only get one shot) and reliability (if the attacker is wearing a thick sweatshirt will it go through?) so I don't think it is a good choice for home defense.

Just kicking around ideas.