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August 20, 2013, 06:36 AM
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Still looking for a .357 revolver
Still looking around for a .357 revolver. Currently I am seeing a new Ruger 3" SP 101 for about 500 and a used older S&W 6" 586 in excellent condition. Any thoughts?
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August 20, 2013, 07:00 AM
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It's question of purpose, selfdefence, targeting or so.
The 585 is a good choice for target shooting. The Ruger is great for the rest. |
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August 20, 2013, 07:22 AM
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August 20, 2013, 08:11 AM
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Smith, Ruger and Taurus all have some good ones to choose from.
If by chance, you're interested in single action, I highly recommend the Blackhawk. |
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August 20, 2013, 09:04 AM
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For target shooting, hunting, or just because they are getting harder to find: 6" 586 hands down.
CCW: SP101 |
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August 20, 2013, 09:26 AM
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Two totally different guns
The ruger is a ccw or nightstand weapon where the 586 is a serious large frame target/service weapon.
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August 20, 2013, 09:47 AM
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Not to mention the Model 27, one of the finest revolvers ever made.
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August 20, 2013, 12:33 PM
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I would be all over the Ruger myself, I want one as a CCW.
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August 20, 2013, 12:56 PM
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What's it for?
If you don't need to CCW, the 586 is one heck of a revolver. I would only buy a SP101 for CCW because I'm a recoil wimp. |
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August 20, 2013, 10:41 PM
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When folks ask "What's it for?" they are asking what the op plans to do with the gun. What role does he want the gun to play? What does he want to do with it. If he looks at it that way he can rule out some guns right off. But if he ain't sure then they all look pretty.
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August 20, 2013, 11:03 PM
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PatientWolf, in digging through some of your older posts, your affinity for 1911's is pretty clear. I am assuming this is a nightstand/collection gun.
I also think S&W's are better made revolvers overall. Ruger's last forever, but Smith's tend to be more refined. I say get the Smith. |
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August 21, 2013, 04:23 AM
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What's it for? Mostly plinking at paper.
The S&W just seems very smooth and I don't know if the Ruger would smooth out. (Just open the cylinder and spin it-the S&W cylinders spin like they are on ball bearings, as an example). JimmyR. I do like 1911s, but thought a .357 would be a nice additional cartridge (2 if you count .38special). A Coonan is out of my price range so a revolver and eventually a lever are what I was thinking for the .357. |
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August 21, 2013, 05:23 AM
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August 21, 2013, 06:12 AM
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You really can't go wrong with either a Ruger GP or the S&W 586.
If it were me, I'd jump on the 586 if its in good shape but by the one you like best.
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August 21, 2013, 08:40 AM
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August 21, 2013, 08:54 AM
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I would also get the Smith for your purposes. I would only get the Ruger for carry because of the three inch barrel.
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August 21, 2013, 08:54 AM
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HI Ya, My S & W model19 is excellent; there are probably still many for sale relatively cheap as they were the go to gun for Cops in the '60-70's.
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August 22, 2013, 11:57 AM
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I have two, both 7-shot models ... a 4inch Smith 686+ for fun and a Taurus 617 as part of my home-defense plan ... the Taurus needed a touch of 'smithing, the Smith has been perfect from day one ...
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August 22, 2013, 01:09 PM
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A very nice Model 19 is currently listed in our classifieds:
http://thefiringline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=531228 |
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August 22, 2013, 05:51 PM
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If it's mostly for range/target use and primarily going to see .357 mag rounds, get an N frame Smith. I love my M28-2. It soaks up the recoil from the hot .357 loads and makes the .38 spl's feel like powderpuffs. You'll never have to worry about forcing cone issues with the N frame either. Plus, it's a classic P&R S&W.
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August 23, 2013, 01:44 PM
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McShooty mine is a twin to you Model 27 and it's got the sweetest SA trigger going.
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August 23, 2013, 01:56 PM
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August 23, 2013, 07:44 PM
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Plinking? 586 or a Model 27 if you want a bit more polish.
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August 24, 2013, 09:26 PM
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In an unforeseen event, I stumbled across an early model 66 4" (w/ stainless sights) for a little less than the Ruger. It followed me home.
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August 24, 2013, 10:03 PM
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Get that 586 or a gp 100 instead of the sp101 if for plinking
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