S&W 357 Choices; which seems best?

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I'm looking at a SW 19-4 with recessed cylinder, nickel finish, versus a SW Model 66-2 in stainless, versus a Model 28-2. All in near new condition and prices are comparable; all have 6" barrel. Which, if any, do you think the better choice ?
 
I like the 28-2, I have one, I just like the N-frame guns. They seem to fit the best with service stocks and a t-grip adapter. My father has a 66 and it shoots really well but I dont like the feel of it as much, I can only conclude the 19 would be the same way.

Probably wont go wrong with any of the above.

Shoot Straight

JOS
 
Well for me, it all depends on how I would use it.

If it were to be a range gun/purty look at it gun, I would get the M19-4. I love pinned and recessed guns, and they ain't making any more.

If it were a gun that would have to take a beating, I would go for the M66, but I would get that P&R nickel beauty as well.
 
I have a 19-3 nickel 6". It is a very straight shooter but not as stable as a 686. The lighter barrel tends to jump on DA pulls for me and it takes more effort to keep stable, although it is a quicker pointer and lighter for carry. I got mine really as a collectible also because they don't make them pinned and recessed anymore, and the nickel was an added bonus. It does make it harder to keep "shiny" though if you use it a lot. Stainless is good in these cases. My thought also was that if I ever decide to sell my M19, I would probably get my $$$ back on it if not more. It's a better/safer investment IMO.

My wife has 2 M66 4". a -2 and a -4. Other than the case hardened trigger and hammer on the -5 model, they both shoot the same.

Sorry I have no opinion on the M28
 
Choices, in order:
1.) The Model 28. . .because it's an N-frame. I love N-frames.
2.) The P&R 19-4
3.) The Model 66. (easiest to find of the three).
 
I've had all three, and currently own this 19-4 and 28-2.

19-4
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28-2
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I'm quite possibly the worlds biggest fan of N Frames, but if I HAD to choose between the two... I'd keep the K Frame. The model 19 is such a great shooter!! Probably not more accurate than the model 28, but it's Patridge front sight makes it easier for me to shoot well.

The model 28 can probably handle heavier loads than the 19, but for me that's not an issue. I have other guns in larger calibers if I want to shoot some "louden-boomers".

Good Luck...

Joe
 
Reading all the responses has got me laughing. Each can't be argued with, and each is different. I guess that means you need to buy all three, because S&W makes some fine revolvers. :D
 
Thanks to you all

I appreciate all of you who responded for sharing your experience and expertise with me. That doesn't mean I'm not still confused, but at least now it's an informed kind of confusion. Thanks!
 
Choices....

Hello:
I have K-frame .357s and some-N-frames too. The question is what feel's right and what are you going to do with them ? I would say with a 6" barrel you are loking for a hunting revolver or one for the range. The model 28 can not be beat as they are built like a tank and can take all sort's of hot load's with out comprimise.The K-frames tend to be lighter but will also shoot loose when fed continued hot load's as time wear's on. I would say go with the model28. Regards, Hammer it.
 
Maybe late to the party, but I have a 19 and a 28. But the 19 is a snub, while the 28 is a six-inch. Since you are comparing apples to apples, I'd take the 28 if I could only have one. It's beefier, and will take full-house loads indefinitely. The 19, being a K-frame, is not as stout, but is a bit smaller and lighter, if that's an issue. My 19 has the best trigger of any of my Smiths, but it's had some work done on it by a good smith, and was set up to be a good DA carry gun.

Actually, if you have the scratch, and all of the guns are with the same seller, it might be worth asking about a threefer or twofer price. :D

The last time I bought any N-frames, I got three at once that way, for a good price. ;)
 
28-2(highway patrolman) 4"

15-2 4" for 38spl only(you can find a great one for half of a 19)

686 6" to pick up the slack
 
Considering all 3 guns are 6 inchers i'm assuming it's not going to be a carry gun. For a casual range gun i'ld go with the 19. Ain't nothing as pretty as blued steel and walnut. I'd pick the 66 for hunting or trail use simply because stainless steel dosen't show wear liked a blued gun. But now if you plan on shooting lots of heavy magnum loads the N frame wins hands down. My 28-2 6" eats heavy loads like they're candy.The only K frames i currently own are an M18 .22 LR and a M18 .38. I have a 2 1/2 66 on law-a-way but i guess that one doesn't really count.
 
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