Switch-hitter builds are usually done with Rangers, because they can ignore prereqs for a lot of feats and get some free feats. However, if you're going to do a switch hitter gunslinger, dervish dance seems the way to go.
The idea behind the switch-hitter build is to open up with ranged attacks and then switch into melee once things get up close and personal. For this reason, you usually do not see the Precise Shot feat in switch hitter builds. Characters that invest in Precise Shot typically are going to use ranged attacks all the time.
I dont see why you need STR. You are a gunslinger with dervish dance. Dex is your stat. Your str could be a 7 and you'd never notice a difference.
You are going to need Quick Draw. i feel this is probably a required feat for you. Opening Volley is probably also a smart choice.
I'd like yo see your Improved Critical on the Scimitar instead of the Musket. Scimitar gets a lot more benefit out of the expanded critical range, and you need some help in melee.
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I think he can simply keen the scimitar, saving the feat for the musket. The Str is for the power attack he has.
On the precise shot, I would put rapid and deadly before it. You are a switch hitter, and the damage is compensated by the easy attack rolls(against touch!). That being said, gunslinger is not the optimal switch hitter. You have to be very close range to have the gun be effective. At that range you're never going to use your gun, defeating the entire purpose of the class you chose.
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May I suggest taking a look at the Deft Shootist Deed? My Musket Master took it at level 7. Given all the times you're firing in close quarters it's worth consideration. AND you wouldn't have to play switch hitter.
the deft shootist deed would in effect, remove any incentive to play a switch hitter in the first place.
however; omfg thank you! Didnt know about this feat, I am totally taking this on my gunslinger (not a switch hitter) at earliest available opportunity.
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If you're still looking for a melee weapon, just attach a Bayonet to your musket. It's still a two-handed weapon, so you'd get the extra oomph from Power Attack and 1.5 STR, even if it is a little lackluster on base damage. You could make a bunch out of different special materials for dealing with different DRs, too.
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I dont see why you need STR. You are a gunslinger with dervish dance. Dex is your stat. Your str could be a 7 and you'd never notice a difference.
Let's see.
Scimitar: 4 lbs.Musket: 9 lbs.
Mithral Chain shirt: 10 lbs.
Lightest Clothing: 2 lbs.
total already: 25 lbs.
Str 7 only allows 23 lbs before hitting medium encumbrance. And then class abilities start dropping off.
I dont see why you need STR. You are a gunslinger with dervish dance. Dex is your stat. Your str could be a 7 and you'd never notice a difference.
Encumbrance. yeah, there's ways around it, but it's still a concern if you want to be lightly encumbered at low levels and not having to hand wave it or overly depend on schtick.
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You don't need Quick Draw because drawing a weapon attached to weapon cords is a swift action. Double Pistol is an investment and can be unnecessary depending on your playstyle. I save it for special occasions at the table because one the misfire rate gets high but two it's obnoxious rolling so much dice. A pistolero eventually gets deadshot back but deadshot is only effective in the hands of a double pistol user (since the double hackbutt is outlawed in PFS). It should only outmatch your full-attack on DPR when you land that massive critical and a double pistol doubles your chances of getting one. Also, the pistolero's Up Close and Deadly is an excellent ability often allowing you to kill opponents in one shot and regain the grit cost. At 11th level with signature deed you can add 3d6 extra damage on all your attacks.