Hello all,
Every once in awhile, I get the urge to acquire a new handgun. Well, I've got that urge again.
Definitely want a GP100, but can't decide on the 3" or 4" model.
Saw a 3" in a shop on the way home from work today. $390.00. No 4" in stock but could order one for about the same price. I already know that this shop is not the cheapest in the area, but he is local and if the price is not too out of line would like to help keep him in business.
Anyway, I need advice on the 3" or 4" model.
As I see it:
Pros:
3".........................................4"
better concealability.............adjustable sights
lighter in weight....................longer sight radius
Cons:
fixed sights............................not as concealable
shorter sight radius
Whatever I decide, it could turn out to be my primary carry piece.
Currently have in the house a *&* 686+ 2.5" (purchased new in 1999, therefore pre-agreement). Enjoy shooting with it, but it is the wife's and she is very protective of it. I would like a 357 of my very own, hence the urge.
From those of you who own a GP100, if you were given the choice, which would you choose and why?
My problem with fixed sights it that, as I understand it, they work best with only one kind (brand, weight of bullet). I would like the option of adjustable sights to be able to shoot accurately multiple kinds of ammo. Or, am I missing something?
Any and all input would be appreciated.
Thanks & 73
Bob
Every once in awhile, I get the urge to acquire a new handgun. Well, I've got that urge again.
Definitely want a GP100, but can't decide on the 3" or 4" model.
Saw a 3" in a shop on the way home from work today. $390.00. No 4" in stock but could order one for about the same price. I already know that this shop is not the cheapest in the area, but he is local and if the price is not too out of line would like to help keep him in business.
Anyway, I need advice on the 3" or 4" model.
As I see it:
Pros:
3".........................................4"
better concealability.............adjustable sights
lighter in weight....................longer sight radius
Cons:
fixed sights............................not as concealable
shorter sight radius
Whatever I decide, it could turn out to be my primary carry piece.
Currently have in the house a *&* 686+ 2.5" (purchased new in 1999, therefore pre-agreement). Enjoy shooting with it, but it is the wife's and she is very protective of it. I would like a 357 of my very own, hence the urge.
From those of you who own a GP100, if you were given the choice, which would you choose and why?
My problem with fixed sights it that, as I understand it, they work best with only one kind (brand, weight of bullet). I would like the option of adjustable sights to be able to shoot accurately multiple kinds of ammo. Or, am I missing something?
Any and all input would be appreciated.
Thanks & 73
Bob
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