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Python vs. Model 27
- Thread starter makarov
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9mmepiphany
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i have both a 8.375" m-27 and a 6" python (actually 3) and would not hesitate to pick up that python at that price. i thoughht the m-27 was a bit high too.
if you're not planning on beating up either gun with HOT .357 mag loads, the durablity should be about the same. i've found the python to be more accurate with .38 spl target loads and 140gr jhp .357 mags, while the m-27 likes the 158gr .357 mag loadings better.
if you're not planning on beating up either gun with HOT .357 mag loads, the durablity should be about the same. i've found the python to be more accurate with .38 spl target loads and 140gr jhp .357 mags, while the m-27 likes the 158gr .357 mag loadings better.
The model 27 is the normal 8 3/8 inch length. Not sure what year it was made. It has the contrasting colored lettering - nice shape. I think it is on hold. That kind of makes up my mind. I'm going to check out the Python really well - I need to check the timing out with a strong light. I have heard Pythons sometimes develop timing issues. I have never felt a gun that locks up as tight as this Python. After reading more about them that is by design. Different than a Smith, and also what causes them to be a little more delicate. All I know is that when I held the trigger back and dropped the hammer, that cylinder did not move one bit. Pretty impressive.
9mmepiphany
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that is the "secondary hand" coming up, during the last of the trigger travel, to lock the cylinder...and why they are more prone to go out of time.
think of how much faster a pistol wears when it's slide is locked to the frame rather then being allowed to recoil when fired...the SOCCOM pistol had this design feature to cut down on noise when fired with a suppressor, i believe the smith m-59, used with suppressors, also had this "added feature"
think of how much faster a pistol wears when it's slide is locked to the frame rather then being allowed to recoil when fired...the SOCCOM pistol had this design feature to cut down on noise when fired with a suppressor, i believe the smith m-59, used with suppressors, also had this "added feature"