Rock Island Armory's M206 is a straightforward, no-nonsense .38 Special revolver with a 2-inch barrel, and it has earned a following as an honest working gun. This version uses a spurless hammer for double-action-only operation, which is exactly what you want in a pocket or coat-carry revolver: nothing to snag on the draw. The parkerized finish and wood grips keep it plain and durable, and the swing-out cylinder makes loading and unloading familiar to anyone who has handled a modern revolver. Simple, mechanically forgiving, and a sensible first defensive handgun or a truck and nightstand gun that just works.

This firearm ships to your chosen FFL dealer for transfer. Order online from Dawson Defense, an Arizona-owned licensed dealer and importer.