![Self-Defense Handgun and Ammo Options for People With Dexterity and Strength Issues]( "Self-Defense Handgun and Ammo Options for People With Dexterity and Strength Issues")
New for 2021, the Ruger LCP Max is less than 1-inch wide and 11 ounces. The Max features a extended grip holding 10-plus-one rounds of .380. $449 (Photo by Jeremy Stafford)
According to a recent survey, many firearm owners do not have the physical ability needed to safely manipulate the slide, trigger or even manage the felt recoil of a handgun. For decades, the typical response would be to recommend a revolver or sub-caliber pistol. While that still might not be bad advice — and it is better than telling a person to call 9-1-1 and wait for police to respond — those type of handguns may not be the optimal solution for a concerned citizen wanting a defensive option.
While traditional double-action (DA) revolvers have their place, the long and usually heavy trigger pull can be difficult to manage. Thumb-cocking the...