22lr or 38 Revolver for Snakeshot

[ceyko]

Alright, y'alls recommendations have not failed me in the past so I'm looking to narrow down the field again. (BTW, thanks for helping in the past)

Where I live now it's known to be fairly heavy with copperheads...etc. I have some shotguns and such, but I wanted some more guns for the wife to use safely (there are houses nearby), that she's comfortable with and that she'd not need to get close to any snakes. We'll keep on in the garage and one in a spot for the backyard.

Anyway, for snake shot I'm thinking 22lr or 38 for it.

1st question: As I understand it - I could buy .357s and load 38 snake shot -is that correct?

2nd question: Would you recommend 22 or 38 snake shot?

I was thinking about buying a nice .357 and some cheaper 22. I've always wanted a decent (read, 4-600 dollars) .357 wheel gun, but never had a real reason to buy one. Now I do. I wish SAs could cycle snakeshot - we have a G19 that she is already a great shot with and she loves it.

Anyway, besides caliber - I am looking for recommendations. The 22 revolvers do not seem to be much cheaper than 38s. I'd imagine the 38s would have more projectiles as well. However, I'm looking for something that won't have a ton of power, ricochet much...etc. The houses are somewhat close, but not THAT close.

Appreciate any input. As said, we already have a 12ga - but after analyzing my house situation a little more - I think something a little lower powered is needed.

[Pewter Y2K Z28]

I used to shoot snakes in the ponds at my folks place and from experiance I would certainly go with the .38. You can stuff a lot more #9's in a .38 than you can a .22

[Saleen781]

I use it in my .357 but have never used .38 shot shell. the .357 has a big pattern

[ThreeFingerPete]

http://www.google.com/products/catalog?hl=en&safe=off&rlz=1C1TSNP_enUS455US455&q=9mm+shot+shells&gs_upl=&bav=on.2,or.r_gc.r_pw.r_cp.r_qf.,cf.osb&biw=1066&bih=504&ix=seb&ion=1&um=1&ie=UTF-8&tbm=shop&cid=2822908317918757602&sa=X&ei=0sg7T_OXOsio2wX5h6j0Bg&ved=0CD0Q8wIwAA

A whole lot cheaper than a new gun. Some recoil spring tuning may be necessary ( cheap and easy).

[HarrisonTX]

Ruger sp101 in .357.

[svauto-erotic855]

Go with the .357. All of the double action .22 revolvers that are worth a shit cost as much if not more then a .357 revolver.

[Trick Pony]

I like the Bond Snakeslayer .45 LC/.410. If two shots isn't enough then you throw that hunk of steel!

[Chvyblzr1972]

Taurus Judge, 45lc/.410, holds 5 shots, you can get a longer barrel or a short barrel.

[Moose242]

Go with the .357. All of the double action .22 revolvers that are worth a shit cost as much if not more then a .357 revolver.

Pretty much this.

I have never understood why, but a quality 22lr DA revolver is just as much as a centerfire counterpart.

[ceyko]

Yeah, was noticing that this morning. I've priced 38/357s and saw the decent 22s seemed similar cost wise.

Guess I'll start shopping .357s.

Thanks for all the input.

[stevo]

I like the Bond Snakeslayer .45 LC/.410. If two shots isn't enough then you throw that hunk of steel!

Or $99 for a new Leinad .45/.410 that can be kept in a tool or tackle box, without guilt.

Stevo

[95DRGT]

KelTec PMR30- 30 round 22mag pistol- seems like a good 'dirt gun'. About $319 last I checked and ammo is cheap

[likeitfast55]

KelTec PMR30- 30 round 22mag pistol- seems like a good 'dirt gun'. About $319 last I checked and ammo is cheap

Maybe in a few years when the supply catches up with the demand! Saw one NIB for 500 on Gun Trader. Hard to find, when you do the owner thinks it made of gold!

[Trick Pony]

Or $99 for a new Leinad .45/.410 that can be kept in a tool or tackle box, without guilt.

Stevo

Shit, that ain't DFWMustangs balla style!

[ThreeFingerPete]

Maybe in a few years when the supply catches up with the demand! Saw one NIB for 500 on Gun Trader. Hard to find, when you do the owner thinks it made of gold!

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