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hAkron · April 4, 2013, 12:10 AM

Interesting (and sort of off track) I have never heard of the 620...I just looked it up. It's essentially an L-Frame 66. Now I need one.

Anyway, for a first revolver your best bet is a Ruger GP-100. Used S&W's are EXCELLENT values, but you would need to do a lot of research to find a good deal, and be able to assess the mechanical shape and overall condition. A new Ruger GP-100 is a quality gun with a great company standing behind it for less than what a new S&W would cost.

April 4, 2013, 12:10 AM	#23
hAkron Senior Member Join Date: March 31, 2011 Location: Akron, Ohio Posts: 318	Interesting (and sort of off track) I have never heard of the 620...I just looked it up. It's essentially an L-Frame 66. Now I need one. Anyway, for a first revolver your best bet is a Ruger GP-100. Used S&W's are EXCELLENT values, but you would need to do a lot of research to find a good deal, and be able to assess the mechanical shape and overall condition. A new Ruger GP-100 is a quality gun with a great company standing behind it for less than what a new S&W would cost.