Another GP100 or 686 thread
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Model12Win
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That's a tough one... but I think I'd lean towards the S&W. The 7th round counts for something.
testuser79
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If this were for the woods, then it would be a tie for me.
For self defense, no contest, I'll take 7 rounds. Also, the Smith has more options for night sights and better overall aftermarket support.
For self defense, no contest, I'll take 7 rounds. Also, the Smith has more options for night sights and better overall aftermarket support.
Dragline45
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Unless you can find a pre-lock I would go with the Ruger. I love S&W revolvers, but they wont see a dime from me until they do away with the locks.
Kreyzhorse
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I prefer the 686 but in this case, I'd take the GP as I don't care for the look of a 7 round cylinders.
Overall, both guns are so damn good, pick the one that fits you the best. You can't go wrong with either.
Overall, both guns are so damn good, pick the one that fits you the best. You can't go wrong with either.
Choices
Handle them both and check the triggers, sights and grips. I think you will find one or the other will feel better and fit better for you. I did the same and picked one of the two revolvers you are thinking about. My choice is mine, yours is up to you. Good luck!
Tom
Handle them both and check the triggers, sights and grips. I think you will find one or the other will feel better and fit better for you. I did the same and picked one of the two revolvers you are thinking about. My choice is mine, yours is up to you. Good luck!
Tom
Waspinator
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I prefer Ruger myself (carry a SP101 daily). If I was looking between the 686 and GP100, I would probably go with the WC version of the GP100 for the smoothed over frame and the Novak sights and slimmer Lett style grips.
http://www.ruger.com/products/gp100DE/specSheets/1753.html
http://www.ruger.com/products/gp100DE/specSheets/1753.html
I'm certainly not taking anything from the GP100. It's a great revolver. But my all-time favorite gun to carry - the one I am most comfortable with, is my 3" bbl 686+. I saw it at my LGS a couple years ago (at the height of the gun buying panic, no less). I had some extra time, so I asked to take a look at it. Yeah, that was a mistake 
The second it hit my hands, it was sold. Loved the balance and how it felt in my hand. Total impulse buy that I never regretted.
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The second it hit my hands, it was sold. Loved the balance and how it felt in my hand. Total impulse buy that I never regretted.
RaySendero
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Wasp, I really like the looks of that Ruger you posted!!!
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Woodsman60
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I think it might boil down to whether or not you want adjustable sights or not.
Shot both , ALOT , kept the Rugers.
Older now & hands hurt a bit from monkeying wrenches .
I know they`re both heavy med framed revolvers But the wrap around grips really help my hands if I go more than 50rnds at the range.
As far as round count/sites/holster style/trigger weather smooth or grooved/hammer bobbed or spurred/grips . THIS is all personal preference.
My suggestion is if your not sure of which 1 to purchase find a range that rents firearms & go shoot as many variants of each brand ya can.
Now my biased opinion.
I`ve shot everything that haves a cyl & 357magnum on the side of it !
S&W side screws always backed out after the initial removal , good short stroked triggers that stack O can be obtained , this has been engineered into S&W design (they changed numerous times)
Rugers are solid cast frames(so are smiths)& have only 3 screw ,grip/sit elevation/windage.
The triggers on Rugers can also be made to be VERY smooth & I like a slight stack in the trigger & this is inherient in the Ruger design as it`s a bit longer than the S&W design.
Had Colts also .
If shot a lot the hand needed regular chiropractic stretching which wasn't bad to do just different as the Colt DA platforms rotate clockwise.
My advise to the consideration of a Colt DA purchase especially if ya gonna shoot it ALOT, find you a smith that can work on it .
The Dan Wesson 15-V is nuttin but a workhorse revolver that was made to shoot. the reason the changeable barrel never caught on & flew was the sheer sise & "clunkiness/clumsiness" for betterwords the DW is not for speed shooting or semi concealment. The ability to change/adjust barrels wound up being a passing fad & it was nice to have it as an option as the DW is a fine range gun , big heavy/ little recoil with full loads (especially with the long barrel)& the DW has a following to this day as CZ revives the model 15 & I hope it surpasses it`s former glory.
I owned a DW pistol pack, both grips with buckle. Enjoyed it a bit , in my opinion the whole thing was 2 notches to large.
Go with the Ruger.
GP
Older now & hands hurt a bit from monkeying wrenches .
I know they`re both heavy med framed revolvers But the wrap around grips really help my hands if I go more than 50rnds at the range.
As far as round count/sites/holster style/trigger weather smooth or grooved/hammer bobbed or spurred/grips . THIS is all personal preference.
My suggestion is if your not sure of which 1 to purchase find a range that rents firearms & go shoot as many variants of each brand ya can.
Now my biased opinion.
I`ve shot everything that haves a cyl & 357magnum on the side of it !
S&W side screws always backed out after the initial removal , good short stroked triggers that stack O can be obtained , this has been engineered into S&W design (they changed numerous times)
Rugers are solid cast frames(so are smiths)& have only 3 screw ,grip/sit elevation/windage.
The triggers on Rugers can also be made to be VERY smooth & I like a slight stack in the trigger & this is inherient in the Ruger design as it`s a bit longer than the S&W design.
Had Colts also .
If shot a lot the hand needed regular chiropractic stretching which wasn't bad to do just different as the Colt DA platforms rotate clockwise.
My advise to the consideration of a Colt DA purchase especially if ya gonna shoot it ALOT, find you a smith that can work on it .
The Dan Wesson 15-V is nuttin but a workhorse revolver that was made to shoot. the reason the changeable barrel never caught on & flew was the sheer sise & "clunkiness/clumsiness" for betterwords the DW is not for speed shooting or semi concealment. The ability to change/adjust barrels wound up being a passing fad & it was nice to have it as an option as the DW is a fine range gun , big heavy/ little recoil with full loads (especially with the long barrel)& the DW has a following to this day as CZ revives the model 15 & I hope it surpasses it`s former glory.
I owned a DW pistol pack, both grips with buckle. Enjoyed it a bit , in my opinion the whole thing was 2 notches to large.
Go with the Ruger.
GP
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testuser79
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I've left this way in the past, but I have to admit, Pachmayr has some good solutions. The newest is the Diamond Pro, love this single piece design on my 627 and may have to get one for the 686.
http://www.pachmayr.com/home/diamondpro.php
A friend mentioned that to me, recently. Off the top of my head, Safariland and speed strips aren't available. Otherwise, HKS, Maxfire, 5-star loaders and moonclips are available.
I have an 8-shot 627 and it has the same limitations. The L-frame is easier to conceal, though, so I was thinking about having it cut for moonclips.