So I'm a pretty big revolver guy, and looking for a good self defense home defense and shooting revolver, all in one. It has to be durable, well made, and pack a punch. I don't have a particular caliber in mind, but it has to be durable and solid. I had a Charter Arms Bullldog, because I love the 44 special round. But that gun showed stress micro cracks after just a few rounds, and felt rather poorly made to me. I sold it. I had a Ruger sp101 in 2.5" and absolutely loved it. It felt completely natural in my hands, and was extremely well built, shot .357 out of it like nobody's business. Don't know why I sold it. I have a nice Smith Model 19, but it's more a safe queen. I'm looking for a good solid tough revolver I can shoot for fun, use as nightstand and practical self defense weapon. I'm really considering another sp101 in 3" this time, or a Smith Model 60 or maybe even Model 69. I like the Model 642 too but think it might be a bit too small because I like shooting magnums a lot and want something tough enough for those. I really like the .44 special round I was very accurate with it, but the Charter seemed less than durable.
So should I get another sp101 and call it a day, or try one of the new Smiths? What do you guys think about the double-action only ruger vs the single/double action? Never tried a da only before but I like shooting da and that's how I'd protect myself in a sudden situation. I gotta say, I like the new Kimber k6s, but it sounds too pricy for me.
So should I get another sp101 and call it a day, or try one of the new Smiths? What do you guys think about the double-action only ruger vs the single/double action? Never tried a da only before but I like shooting da and that's how I'd protect myself in a sudden situation. I gotta say, I like the new Kimber k6s, but it sounds too pricy for me.
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