ShiShi21m · 59w Preferably a revolver that is dual action where just pulling the trigger once cocks the hammer, so you can't just pulling if need be no wasted motion. ShiShi21m @ShiShi21m 1738125401 The problem with semi automatic pistols is the gun has to be cocked by racking the slide - in moments of stress this isn't good for a woman who has less grip strength than a man by a lot.The only sacrifice is the number of rounds. 2