{"id":214599,"date":"2025-05-17T17:20:46","date_gmt":"2025-05-17T22:20:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/?p=214599"},"modified":"2025-10-14T06:20:00","modified_gmt":"2025-10-14T11:20:00","slug":"double-action-vs-single-action-revolver-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/double-action-vs-single-action-revolver-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Double-Action vs. Single-Action Revolver Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-estimated-reading-time yoast-reading-time__wrapper\"><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" data-icon=\"clock\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" style=\"display:inline-block;vertical-align:-0.1em\" role=\"img\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" d=\"M12 8v4l3 3m6-3a9 9 0 11-18 0 9 9 0 0118 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__spacer\" style=\"display:inline-block;width:1em\"><\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__descriptive-text\">Estimated reading time: <\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__reading-time\">9<\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__time-unit\"> minutes<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The world of revolvers can be effectively divided into single-action and double-action designs. Today, we will dissect both terms and compare and contrast DA and SA revolvers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\"><h2>Table of contents<\/h2><ul><li><a href=\"#h-what-s-single-action\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"double-action-vs-single-action-revolver-guide\" title=\"Double-Action vs. Single-Action Revolver Guide\" data-level=\"2\">What&#8217;s Single-Action?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-what-s-double-action\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"double-action-vs-single-action-revolver-guide\" title=\"Double-Action vs. Single-Action Revolver Guide\" data-level=\"2\">What&#8217;s Double-Action?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-what-about-double-action-only\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"double-action-vs-single-action-revolver-guide\" title=\"Double-Action vs. Single-Action Revolver Guide\" data-level=\"2\">What About Double-Action Only?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-bottom-line-up-front\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"double-action-vs-single-action-revolver-guide\" title=\"Double-Action vs. Single-Action Revolver Guide\" data-level=\"2\">Bottom Line Up Front<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-the-benefits-of-a-single-action\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"double-action-vs-single-action-revolver-guide\" title=\"Double-Action vs. Single-Action Revolver Guide\" data-level=\"2\">The Benefits of a Single-Action<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-safety-concerns\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"double-action-vs-single-action-revolver-guide\" title=\"Double-Action vs. Single-Action Revolver Guide\" data-level=\"2\">Safety Concerns<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-benefits-of-a-double-action-revolver\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"double-action-vs-single-action-revolver-guide\" title=\"Double-Action vs. Single-Action Revolver Guide\" data-level=\"2\">Benefits of a Double-Action Revolver<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-the-defensive-edge\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"double-action-vs-single-action-revolver-guide\" title=\"Double-Action vs. Single-Action Revolver Guide\" data-level=\"2\">The Defensive Edge<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-single-action-or-double-action-which-is-for-you\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"double-action-vs-single-action-revolver-guide\" title=\"Double-Action vs. Single-Action Revolver Guide\" data-level=\"2\">Single-Action or Double-Action: Which is For You?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Revolvers are never going away. They&#8217;ve planted themselves in our collective consciousness and refuse to leave. Even though the firearm world has advanced, revolvers still have a firm hold on the market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-s-single-action\">What&#8217;s Single-Action?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Single-action refers to the number of tasks the trigger accomplishes when pulled. Single-action triggers do one task: release the hammer and fire the weapon. These types of revolvers are as simple as they get.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"812\" src=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG-2339-1024x812.jpg\" alt=\"What's the difference between double action and single action revolvers?\u00a0\" class=\"wp-image-194979\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG-2339-1024x812.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG-2339-379x300.jpg 379w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG-2339-150x119.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG-2339-768x609.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG-2339.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">What&#8217;s the difference between double-action and single-action revolvers?&nbsp;<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>With an SA revolver, the user has to manually check the hammer, which also rotates the cylinder and aligns a chamber with the barrel. After manually cocking the hammer, the user presses the trigger, and the weapon fires. SA triggers are extraordinarily lightweight and crisp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-s-double-action\">What&#8217;s Double-Action?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Double-action revolvers have a trigger that does two things. When pressed, the trigger cocks the hammer and eventually drops the hammer, and fires the weapon. Pulling the trigger also rotates the cylinder to align a chamber with the barrel.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"602\" src=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/rossi-princess-front1.jpg\" alt=\"Princess revolver front barrel\" class=\"wp-image-208424\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/rossi-princess-front1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/rossi-princess-front1-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/rossi-princess-front1-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/rossi-princess-front1-768x578.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Princess uses a ramping front sight that&#8217;s fine, but the double action makes it tough to shoot straight<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Double-action revolvers have a longer and heavier trigger pull. Most have an exposed hammer that allows the user to choose between a DA trigger pull and an SA trigger pull.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-about-double-action-only\">What About Double-Action Only?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Double-action only revolvers exist. They lack an exposed hammer and cannot be manually cocked to a single action mode. These guns will fall under the Double Action umbrella for the sake of this article.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG-3651-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"double action revolver on a blue safe case\" class=\"wp-image-194983\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG-3651-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG-3651-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG-3651-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG-3651-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG-3651.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">What&#8217;s the difference between double-action and single-action revolvers?&nbsp;<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-bottom-line-up-front\">Bottom Line Up Front<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&#8217;s give you the difference between meat and potatoes right up front. If you&#8217;re looking for a defensive revolver, you&#8217;ll be best armed with a double-action or double-action-only revolver. The modern trigger system allows for rapid shots, it can be easily used with one hand, and the general design of double-action revolvers lends itself to modern use.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Ruger_Wrangler_2309_2308_Long_Barrel_Levi_Sim-3-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"single action Wrangler revolver\" class=\"wp-image-173924\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Ruger_Wrangler_2309_2308_Long_Barrel_Levi_Sim-3-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Ruger_Wrangler_2309_2308_Long_Barrel_Levi_Sim-3-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Ruger_Wrangler_2309_2308_Long_Barrel_Levi_Sim-3-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Ruger_Wrangler_2309_2308_Long_Barrel_Levi_Sim-3-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Ruger_Wrangler_2309_2308_Long_Barrel_Levi_Sim-3.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Wranglers are Single-Action-only and must be cocked before each shot.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Single-action designs are a popular option for hunters using powerful magnum rounds. The single-action trigger is crisp and light, making accurate shots easier. The design of a single-action revolver lends itself better to recoil mitigation, which is helpful when shooting those heavy magnum calibers.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"701\" src=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Colt-Detective-Centerfire-Systems-1024x701.jpg\" alt=\"Colt detective\" class=\"wp-image-214561\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Colt-Detective-Centerfire-Systems-1024x701.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Colt-Detective-Centerfire-Systems-400x274.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Colt-Detective-Centerfire-Systems-150x103.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Colt-Detective-Centerfire-Systems-768x526.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Colt-Detective-Centerfire-Systems.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Colt Detective helped form the modern world of snub nose revolvers (Centerfire Systems)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Double-action and single-action revolvers are used in competition shooting, but in different competitions. Double-action revolvers often compete in more modern action shooting events, while single-action revolvers are popular in things like the old West-focused Single Action Shooting Society.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That&#8217;s the long explanation, but it might be whether you want to feel like a hard-boiled private detective or a cowboy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-benefits-of-a-single-action\">The Benefits of a Single-Action<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Single-action revolvers give the shooter a light and crisp trigger pull, which is undeniably the best revolver trigger. When comparing two high-quality guns, it outclasses double actions with an exposed hammer. That light and crisp trigger helps shooters put roughs right where they want them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Single-action revolvers handle recoil better, or at the very least, they handle it differently. There are two types of single-action grips: the plow handle, which was perfected with the Colt Single Action Army, and the Bisley Grip.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"886\" height=\"587\" src=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/DSCN0711-e1473711150896.jpg\" alt=\"Single-Action Ruger Super Blackhawk Bisley .44 Mag.\" class=\"wp-image-63381\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/DSCN0711-e1473711150896.jpg 886w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/DSCN0711-e1473711150896-150x99.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/DSCN0711-e1473711150896-400x265.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/DSCN0711-e1473711150896-768x509.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 886px) 100vw, 886px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">When it comes to bear-busting power, you have to have at least a .44 Mag to expect to accomplish anything. And, if you can pack it into a relatively compact gun like this 3.75-inch-barreled Ruger Super Blackhawk Bisley, then all the better.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>With the plow handle, we get a rolling recoil impulse that pushes the gun up and, admittedly, encourages more muzzle rise. However, it delivers a lighter recoil impulse to the wrist, and when shooting magnum rounds, this can be a welcome relief. It won&#8217;t beat your wrist up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Bisley grips offer more control and less rolling, with more recoil energy transferred to the wrist. They are popular on heavy <a href=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/search?keyword=magnum%20revolvers\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"double-action-vs-single-action-revolver-guide\" title=\"Double-Action vs. Single-Action Revolver Guide\">magnum revolvers<\/a> because they increase control while remaining comfortable for the shooter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Heritage-TC-IMG-7315.jpg\" alt=\"Single-Action Rough Rider 'Tactical Cowboy' Revolver\" class=\"wp-image-157568\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Heritage-TC-IMG-7315.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Heritage-TC-IMG-7315-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Heritage-TC-IMG-7315-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Heritage-TC-IMG-7315-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Heritage-TC-IMG-7315-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Heritage Introduces the Rough Rider &#8216;Tactical Cowboy&#8217; Revolver<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Single-action revolvers can be lighter than double-action guns because they lack pieces and parts. This makes it easier to create a lighter magnum gun, which is easier to tote. Additionally, the frames are solid and tend to be stronger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Add in a stronger frame with a simpler trigger mechanism, and you could feed your single-action revolver a lifetime of magnum loads, and it would be no worse for wear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-safety-concerns\">Safety Concerns<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are two safety-driven aspects to consider. When shooting Magnum cartridges, the gun recoils rearward and upward, and if you aren&#8217;t ready or something is amiss with your stance and grip, the gun could fly rearward enough to point back at you. With a double-action, there is a risk of your finger twisting and discharging the gun into your face.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"455\" src=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/C4499CE0-C495-4287-9756-EF1EEC50E426-1024x455.jpeg\" alt=\"Handgunning Hogs: .475\u2019s &amp; 500\u2019s\" class=\"wp-image-164098\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/C4499CE0-C495-4287-9756-EF1EEC50E426-1024x455.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/C4499CE0-C495-4287-9756-EF1EEC50E426-400x178.jpeg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/C4499CE0-C495-4287-9756-EF1EEC50E426-150x67.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/C4499CE0-C495-4287-9756-EF1EEC50E426-768x341.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/C4499CE0-C495-4287-9756-EF1EEC50E426-1536x682.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/C4499CE0-C495-4287-9756-EF1EEC50E426-2048x909.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Handgunning Hogs: .475\u2019s &amp; 500\u2019s<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This seems unlikely, but there are verified stories of this happening. At least one involved an irresponsible gun owner giving an inexperienced person a magnum revolver, and that person shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Single-action revolvers can be an excellent tool to teach new shooters. A rimfire single-action revolver is easy to shoot with its small grip and light trigger, but it&#8217;s also always very easy to see the gun&#8217;s condition. You can remove some of the danger of an excited shooter swinging the weapon around after hitting the target due to the need to cock the hammer again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-benefits-of-a-double-action-revolver\">Benefits of a Double-Action Revolver<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A double-action revolver allows you to choose between a longer or shorter single-action trigger. The end user can make that decision on the fly, and options are nice to have.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Double-action revolvers offer a faster rate of fire. While the trigger might be long and heavy, not having to manually cock the hammer makes it easy to rapidly press that trigger. An experienced shooter can draw and put six rounds of .38 Special into an IPSC-sized A-zone at seven yards in less than two seconds.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/red-dots-revolvers-defender-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"red dot ready taurus revolver\" class=\"wp-image-210931\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/red-dots-revolvers-defender-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/red-dots-revolvers-defender-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/red-dots-revolvers-defender-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/red-dots-revolvers-defender-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/red-dots-revolvers-defender-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/red-dots-revolvers-defender-2048x1152.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Taurus makes one, and it&#8217;s one of the few defensive-oriented options on the market.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>That&#8217;s a whole heckuva lot faster than a single-action revolver. If a round fails to fire, you can simply press the trigger again, which makes it faster to fire than a single-action design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Modern double-action revolvers use a swing-out cylinder. The cylinder ejects to the frame&#8217;s left, allowing you to rapidly reload the revolver. These revolvers can utilize speed loaders or speed strips, the fastest way to load a revolver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Colt-RMSc-Plate-3-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"modern double-action Colt RMSc plate on a king cobra\" class=\"wp-image-211975\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Colt-RMSc-Plate-3-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Colt-RMSc-Plate-3-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Colt-RMSc-Plate-3-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Colt-RMSc-Plate-3-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Colt-RMSc-Plate-3-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Colt-RMSc-Plate-3-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The slim plate integrates the optic without looking out of place<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Since you&#8217;re not required to cock the hammer of a double-action revolver, it&#8217;s easier to shoot with a single hand. Sure, SA revolvers can be fired with one hand, but every shot requires a grip shift. The double-action design makes shooting the handgun accurately with a single hand easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There is no exposed hammer with double-action-only guns, so the single-action option is not available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-defensive-edge\">The Defensive Edge<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>DA revolvers have the defensive edge. The faster rate of fire, the ability to rapidly reload, and the ease of use with a single hand give them that edge. Beyond that, they don&#8217;t make a defensive single-action revolver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>DA revolvers come in various sizes and shapes and can be used in various capacities. Smaller revolvers, like S&amp;W&#8217;s J-Frames, are perfect for concealed carry. 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