I need an inexpensive, rock solid reliable snubby...

defjon · December 5, 2005, 05:49 PM

What am I to do? Something that is of high quality, workmanship, rock solid reliable...but easy on the ole wallet. Recomendations?

defjon · December 5, 2005, 05:51 PM

Oh, and platform...eh...I am thinking the most likely candidate to be (preferably) 38 +p. Can shoot the lower powered/priced stuff,and stoke it with the better +p defense rounds when needed.

VirgilCaine · December 5, 2005, 05:59 PM

Taurus Model 85. Should come in under $300. +P rated, fit and finish is excellent, and a great selection of holsters out there for it. Many variations to choose from within that model.

Good Luck

gdeal · December 5, 2005, 06:13 PM

ruger sp101

**Mike Irwin** · December 5, 2005, 06:24 PM

Since you don't mention size, I'd say a used S&W Model 10 2".

These can often be found for around $300, offer six shots, and are the paragon of reliability.

XavierBreath · December 5, 2005, 06:57 PM

If you can go a five holer, almost any used Model 60 will come in around $250, as will a M649 and M49. If you want the most gun for the least money, you need to look at the used rack.

eng2 · December 5, 2005, 07:01 PM

smith&Wesson mod637 great gun!

Geoff Timm · December 5, 2005, 07:06 PM

+ 1 on the Ruger 101.

Geoff
Who likes the longer barrel version.

Tacoma · December 5, 2005, 07:20 PM

Any steel /SS S&W J frame will take occasional +P. ( mod 36, 49, 60, 640, 649,..) If you want to shoot allot of +P get a post 96' sample ( with J mag frame) . The J mag alloy framed models ( 638,642, 442,etc) will handle +P regularly but will recoil considerably harder. Used S&W's are common in the $200-$325 range and would be my choice over any new Taurus. The Sp 101's are nice but are much heavier /bulkier than the S&W J framed snubbies. Weight is comforting when you shoot it but is something to consider if CC is in the plan.

mathman · December 5, 2005, 07:34 PM

Sp 101

yorec · December 5, 2005, 08:40 PM

My preference runs to a Taurus 605 in .357 mag. Good gun.

Ranger325 · December 5, 2005, 08:43 PM

How about a 2.5" S&W M19/66?

Regards,

nwobhm · December 5, 2005, 08:54 PM

sp101

**Mike Irwin** · December 5, 2005, 09:12 PM

"almost any used Model 60 will come in around $250, as will a M649 and M49"

I'd KILL to be able to find a Model 49 for $250...

"How about a 2.5" S&W M19/66?"

If he can find one in his price range, great.

But, at least here in Northern Virginia, over the past couple of years the magnums are normally $100 and more OVER the price of their .38 Spl. counterparts.

ewayte · December 5, 2005, 09:18 PM

+1 on the SP101. I have the DAO model.

mokster · December 5, 2005, 10:13 PM

sp 101 is a great choice would like to get one myself in 357. I have a model 60 that I picked up for $200 and it would meet your needs and is a little less expensive.

Jkwas · December 5, 2005, 10:16 PM

Taurus 605. A fine little piece.

aspen1964 · December 6, 2005, 12:30 AM

..here is the snub-nose I chose...

Old John · December 6, 2005, 05:30 PM

SP 101 2x
I have 2.
Love 'em.
Old John

LH2 · December 6, 2005, 05:32 PM

If you're not gonna pocket carry, then SP101. Otherwise a Taurus ultralight should do it without breaking the bank.

michael t · December 6, 2005, 06:44 PM

almost any used Model 60 will come in around $250, as will a M649 and M49"

Not in my neck of woods better add another 100 if really clean. M49 or 36,37.

Bullrock · December 6, 2005, 08:25 PM

I agree with Mike. I just sold my 66, 2 1/2 online for $528.00...Dream on, it doesn't cost anything.

I have two Tauri 85's. One UL and the other unUL. Both are reliable solid snubbies. And, the price will be within you budget...

I had an SP101, awful!!! I have a GP100, outstanding!!!

XavierBreath · December 6, 2005, 09:07 PM

All I can say is I'd like to sell where you guys buy!

I bought two Model 60s from pawn shops. One was a .38, the other .357. One was $230, the later $250. I bought a Model 649 from SOG for $259. I bought a Model 49 at a gun show for $200.

FirstFreedom · December 6, 2005, 09:12 PM

I'd like to buy where you are, XB!

Laz · December 6, 2005, 10:39 PM

Another vote for the SP-101.

December 5, 2005, 05:49 PM	#1
defjon Senior Member Join Date: January 14, 2005 Posts: 717	I need an inexpensive, rock solid reliable snubby... What am I to do? Something that is of high quality, workmanship, rock solid reliable...but easy on the ole wallet. Recomendations? __________________ "Voice or no voice, the people can always be brought to the bidding of the leaders. That is easy. All you have to do is to tell them they are being attacked, and denounce the pacifists for lack of patriotism and exposing the country to danger. It works the same in any country.” -Hermann Goering at the Nuremberg Trials

December 5, 2005, 05:51 PM	#2
defjon Senior Member Join Date: January 14, 2005 Posts: 717	Oh, and platform...eh...I am thinking the most likely candidate to be (preferably) 38 +p. Can shoot the lower powered/priced stuff,and stoke it with the better +p defense rounds when needed. __________________ "Voice or no voice, the people can always be brought to the bidding of the leaders. That is easy. All you have to do is to tell them they are being attacked, and denounce the pacifists for lack of patriotism and exposing the country to danger. It works the same in any country.” -Hermann Goering at the Nuremberg Trials

December 5, 2005, 05:59 PM	#3
VirgilCaine Senior Member Join Date: October 29, 2004 Location: Northern Michigan Posts: 419	Taurus Model 85. Should come in under $300. +P rated, fit and finish is excellent, and a great selection of holsters out there for it. Many variations to choose from within that model. Good Luck __________________ "Danger Itself Is The Best Remedy For Danger"

December 5, 2005, 06:13 PM	#4
gdeal Senior Member Join Date: October 30, 2005 Location: Southern California Posts: 748	Ruger sp101 ruger sp101

December 5, 2005, 06:24 PM	#5
Mike Irwin Staff Join Date: April 14, 2000 Location: Northern Virginia Posts: 33,097	Since you don't mention size, I'd say a used S&W Model 10 2". These can often be found for around $300, offer six shots, and are the paragon of reliability. __________________ "The gift which I am sending you is called a dog, and is in fact the most precious and valuable possession of mankind" -Theodorus Gaza Baby Jesus cries when the fat redneck doesn't have military-grade firepower.

December 5, 2005, 06:57 PM	#6
XavierBreath Senior Member Join Date: December 6, 2002 Location: North Louisiana Posts: 2,800	If you can go a five holer, almost any used Model 60 will come in around $250, as will a M649 and M49. If you want the most gun for the least money, you need to look at the used rack. __________________ Xavier's Blog

December 5, 2005, 07:01 PM	#7
eng2 Member Join Date: December 2, 2005 Location: mass Posts: 36	smith&Wesson mod637 great gun!

December 5, 2005, 07:06 PM	#8
Geoff Timm Senior Member Join Date: May 18, 2004 Location: Florida Posts: 472	+ 1 on the Ruger 101. Geoff Who likes the longer barrel version.

December 5, 2005, 07:20 PM	#9
Tacoma Senior Member Join Date: October 27, 2004 Location: SE New England Posts: 613	Any steel /SS S&W J frame will take occasional +P. ( mod 36, 49, 60, 640, 649,..) If you want to shoot allot of +P get a post 96' sample ( with J mag frame) . The J mag alloy framed models ( 638,642, 442,etc) will handle +P regularly but will recoil considerably harder. Used S&W's are common in the $200-$325 range and would be my choice over any new Taurus. The Sp 101's are nice but are much heavier /bulkier than the S&W J framed snubbies. Weight is comforting when you shoot it but is something to consider if CC is in the plan.

December 5, 2005, 07:34 PM	#10
mathman Senior Member Join Date: January 15, 2005 Location: SoCal Posts: 1,535	Sp 101 __________________ Light travels faster than sound. This is why some people appear to be bright until you hear them speak.

December 5, 2005, 08:40 PM	#11
yorec Senior Member Join Date: February 2, 2000 Location: Wyoming Posts: 2,341	My preference runs to a Taurus 605 in .357 mag. Good gun. __________________ What part of "... shall not be infringed..." don't you understand? My site - stop by n see what I'm all about... Yes, there is gun stuff.

December 5, 2005, 08:43 PM	#12
Ranger325 Senior Member Join Date: April 23, 2005 Location: NW Ohio Posts: 426	How about a 2.5" S&W M19/66? Regards, __________________ Ranger325 "People sleep peaceably in their beds at night only because rough men stand ready to do violence on their behalf. " George Orwell

December 5, 2005, 08:54 PM	#13
nwobhm Senior Member Join Date: December 22, 2004 Posts: 127	sp101

December 5, 2005, 09:12 PM	#14
Mike Irwin Staff Join Date: April 14, 2000 Location: Northern Virginia Posts: 33,097	"almost any used Model 60 will come in around $250, as will a M649 and M49" I'd KILL to be able to find a Model 49 for $250... "How about a 2.5" S&W M19/66?" If he can find one in his price range, great. But, at least here in Northern Virginia, over the past couple of years the magnums are normally $100 and more OVER the price of their .38 Spl. counterparts. __________________ "The gift which I am sending you is called a dog, and is in fact the most precious and valuable possession of mankind" -Theodorus Gaza Baby Jesus cries when the fat redneck doesn't have military-grade firepower.

December 5, 2005, 09:18 PM	#15
ewayte Senior Member Join Date: November 1, 2004 Location: UCF Posts: 152	Sp101 +1 on the SP101. I have the DAO model.

December 5, 2005, 10:13 PM	#16
mokster Member Join Date: October 9, 2004 Posts: 17	sp 101 is a great choice would like to get one myself in 357. I have a model 60 that I picked up for $200 and it would meet your needs and is a little less expensive.

December 5, 2005, 10:16 PM	#17
Jkwas Senior Member Join Date: February 20, 2005 Location: Mouth of the Rat, Florida Posts: 1,778	Taurus 605. A fine little piece. __________________ I grew up in New Jersey, but later moved to Florida and made a complete recovery. Keltec: The BIC lighter of handguns http://jkwasblog.blogspot.com/

December 6, 2005, 05:30 PM	#19
Old John Senior Member Join Date: April 1, 2005 Posts: 230	Me Too SP 101 2x I have 2. Love 'em. Old John

December 6, 2005, 05:32 PM	#20
LH2 Senior Member Join Date: September 19, 2005 Location: Arizona Posts: 635	If you're not gonna pocket carry, then SP101. Otherwise a Taurus ultralight should do it without breaking the bank.

December 6, 2005, 06:44 PM	#21
michael t Senior Member Join Date: May 17, 2004 Location: Out back Ky Posts: 3,348	almost any used Model 60 will come in around $250, as will a M649 and M49" Not in my neck of woods better add another 100 if really clean. M49 or 36,37. __________________ Colt Defender ,Colt Mustang ,Dan Wesson CBOB, PPK/S, American Classic, Bersa Thunder 380 http://bersachat.comHome of Bersa American Classic new home www.americanclassic1911forum.com

December 6, 2005, 08:25 PM	#22
Bullrock Senior Member Join Date: November 25, 2004 Location: Maine Posts: 2,624	I agree with Mike. I just sold my 66, 2 1/2 online for $528.00...Dream on, it doesn't cost anything. I have two Tauri 85's. One UL and the other unUL. Both are reliable solid snubbies. And, the price will be within you budget... I had an SP101, awful!!! I have a GP100, outstanding!!!

December 6, 2005, 09:07 PM	#23
XavierBreath Senior Member Join Date: December 6, 2002 Location: North Louisiana Posts: 2,800	All I can say is I'd like to sell where you guys buy! I bought two Model 60s from pawn shops. One was a .38, the other .357. One was $230, the later $250. I bought a Model 649 from SOG for $259. I bought a Model 49 at a gun show for $200. __________________ Xavier's Blog

December 6, 2005, 09:12 PM	#24
FirstFreedom Junior member Join Date: May 31, 2004 Location: The Toll Road State, U.S.A. Posts: 12,452	I'd like to buy where you are, XB!

December 6, 2005, 10:39 PM	#25
Laz Senior Member Join Date: November 12, 1999 Posts: 912	Another vote for the SP-101. __________________ Laz Use It Up, Wear It Out, Make It Do, Or Do Without