I've been having a tough time choosing between the two, so I thought I would try to see what someone with experience thinks.
I am admittedly going to be using gear for swords (Vog Cub and/or Skolver), but I have heard pretty good things about the Callahan. Is there any reason to use it over a Flourish, or is it not worth sacrificing the bonuses?
My primary concern is efficiency.
Thanks.
Edit: I guess the Snarble Barb might also be worth considering in this comparison.
Callahan doesn't let you move or turn while firing or reloading. Might be good if you were wearing Gunslinger gear, but its short range and stop-and-pop style is very restrictive. On the bright side, the enemy usually flinches if you score a hit with it.
Strange... it's a ranged weapon, but carries similar risks to a melee weapon. Namely, enemy retaliation if you miss.