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Originally Posted by stevenwright

Being a throw-back, I have always preferred a revolver to a pistol. Probably because my dad shot one, same reason most of us will drive Ford or Chevy. I picked up a S&W 686 .357 that I intend on using in the CCW training process. Realizing that the FTA class involves shooting, reloading, and shooting again, I got a couple speedloaders since the 686 isn't cut for moon clips. I wonder if my choice may not make me appear as smooth as I actually am due to the clumsier reload compared to a semi-auto's smooth clip insertion. Does this factor in during training and is speed in reloading as important as safety and overall gun handling skill?

I learned on a wheel gun as well, but now only carry semi-autos. Just out of preference now and because I only own one wheel gun that is way too big to carry. Not sure what class you are going to be taking at FTA, but if it is the CCW class specifically for OC, don't take it until you are approved for processing. That means after you have applied, been interviewed, and received your letter saying you are approved for processing. Especially if you are tight for money. You don't want to waste your money taking that class and not getting approved.

If you were planning on taking that class to prepare you for your CCW application process, please read this post first - http://www.calccw.com/Forums/general...-read-now.html. Only take it AFTER you have been approved.

If this will be for another class, then most basic classes do not require you to speed load. However, once you get into the higher level classes you will be required to use the speed loaders. But most of the ones I have been to, you move at your own pace. There is no rushing.