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aimtrue · September 12, 2012, 08:30 AM

For many years I considered the 4” S&W 868 to be my favorite revolver. That changed after I had my 4” Ruger GP100 for a while.

Although the 686 is finished in a smoother and more polished manner than the GP100, I find the 4” GP100 to be a sturdier and better built revolver than the S&W. In addition the GP is every bit as accurate. In fact, I am as accurate with my two GP’s as I ever was with my finest custom made 1911 pistols.

I think the Ruger GP100 is a champion revolver in every way. Most surprising to me is the GP trigger action. Although my 3” and 4” GP’s triggers have different tactical feels, each in its own way is superior to that of my S&W 686.

It is not my intention to denigrate the 686. It is a very fine revolver. If not for the GP100, I would continue to consider 686 as the most outstanding revolver in my collection.

September 12, 2012, 08:30 AM	#18
aimtrue Member Join Date: February 7, 2002 Posts: 39	For many years I considered the 4” S&W 868 to be my favorite revolver. That changed after I had my 4” Ruger GP100 for a while. Although the 686 is finished in a smoother and more polished manner than the GP100, I find the 4” GP100 to be a sturdier and better built revolver than the S&W. In addition the GP is every bit as accurate. In fact, I am as accurate with my two GP’s as I ever was with my finest custom made 1911 pistols. I think the Ruger GP100 is a champion revolver in every way. Most surprising to me is the GP trigger action. Although my 3” and 4” GP’s triggers have different tactical feels, each in its own way is superior to that of my S&W 686. It is not my intention to denigrate the 686. It is a very fine revolver. If not for the GP100, I would continue to consider 686 as the most outstanding revolver in my collection.