Recently I asked this group about the merits of the S&W Model 60 (.357, 3" barrel) compared to the simalr Ruger SP 101. I bought the Smith and kept the Ruger for comparison. Shooting .38s seemed simialr but there was more noticable blow back (1 or 2 words??) with .357s (130 grain Hydra-Shok) in the 60. I only shot 5 rounds of .357 through the 60 but once or twice I experienced a noticable wind in my face when the gun discharged. In the shot I particularly remember this wind contained particulate matter.
Is blow back like this possible/likely with .357s in the 60? The gun is fairly new and seems as tight as any other revolver I have had. There was no noticable evidence of bullet shaving on the face of the barrel but I shot very few rounds.
If I decide I do not like the gun I think I can work out something with the dealer but I do not want to wait to long so any advise you might give would be appreciated.
Thanks.
GDB
Is blow back like this possible/likely with .357s in the 60? The gun is fairly new and seems as tight as any other revolver I have had. There was no noticable evidence of bullet shaving on the face of the barrel but I shot very few rounds.
If I decide I do not like the gun I think I can work out something with the dealer but I do not want to wait to long so any advise you might give would be appreciated.
Thanks.
GDB