Q. Was it because of the fact you desired a better chance or you didn't want to do it on that particular occasion?
A. On that particular occasion. I didn't want to do it. Yes, sir.
Q. And at Chattanooga it was a matter of personal courage with you—your nerve failed you?
A. Just for a moment it failed me, yes, sir.
Q. Have you been accustomed to using firearms?
A. No.
Q. Had you ever shot a revolver?
A. I have shot a revolver several times during the 4th of July, that is about all, but I never handled it much. I don't know how to shoot. I didn't know whether I shot the man or not.
Q. How was it you got a 44 frame for a 38-caliber gun?
A. 44 frame?