Happy Thanksgiving Pistoleros,
It's been a long while since I've purchased a revolver. I am considering buying a 3" .357 Mag. I'll use it as a hiking/trail handgun in So Cal. It will be worn inside of an OWB holster.
Here are the three that I'm considering:
S&W Model 66 2.75"
Colt King Cobra 3"
Ruger SP 101 3"
It's primary purpose will be rattlers (shot capsules). It's possible to run across a lion. Lastly, bipedal vermin defense. It will not be for black bear defense, although 5 or 6 180 grain .357 Mag rounds ought to cause me to have to call a game warden to arrange for transportation of a black bear carcass.
Of the three, my guess is Ruger is the best. But I don't have actual knowledge that supports that guess; hence, I would greatly appreciate help from guys who do have knowledge of revolvers.
I don't want to jump on a Black Friday deal only to regret a hasty purchase, assuming I find a Black Friday deal.
It's been a long while since I've purchased a revolver. I am considering buying a 3" .357 Mag. I'll use it as a hiking/trail handgun in So Cal. It will be worn inside of an OWB holster.
Here are the three that I'm considering:
S&W Model 66 2.75"
Colt King Cobra 3"
Ruger SP 101 3"
It's primary purpose will be rattlers (shot capsules). It's possible to run across a lion. Lastly, bipedal vermin defense. It will not be for black bear defense, although 5 or 6 180 grain .357 Mag rounds ought to cause me to have to call a game warden to arrange for transportation of a black bear carcass.
Of the three, my guess is Ruger is the best. But I don't have actual knowledge that supports that guess; hence, I would greatly appreciate help from guys who do have knowledge of revolvers.
I don't want to jump on a Black Friday deal only to regret a hasty purchase, assuming I find a Black Friday deal.