thinking of maybe getting a .357

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therookie

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I've fired a colt python and a Ruger GP100 so far and liked them both. Both had 6" barrels...

Any tips for others I should try or any other tips in general. Thanks....
 
If its for plinking and such a 4" or 6" barrel will do fine. Snubbies are hard to get used to if you havent shot magnum rounds out of snubbies before. There are so many models of .357 revolvers out there that you just have to shop around and see what you like. The S&W, Ruger and Taurus .357's are all of good design. Have fun shopping.;)
 
>>I've fired a colt python and a Ruger GP100 so far and liked
>>them both. Both had 6" barrels...

You owe it to yourself to check out a Smith 686 in 6", which is superior to both. However, a Python in 6".....I'd take another look...

justinr1
 
I'm with my friend justinr1, as a six-shot Smith N' Wesson
686-5 is just damn hard to beat.:D :cool: :) And I prefer a
6" tube, but that is subjective depending on the intended
use of the weapon.

Best Wishes,
Ala Dan, N.R.A. Life Member
 
A fine caliber choice.....

The .357 mag is one of the most versatile handgun calibers ever developed.

Since there are many high-quality models out there, I would suggest the following:

*Make sure it's ALL stainless steel.
*For all-around shooting, make sure the barrel is a minimum of 4" for better sight radius and velocity.
*Try for one with adjustable sights; You'll be amazed by the accuracy of larger .357's.
*If not concerned about concealment, get one with the largest capacity you can find.
*Get one that goes both DA/SA.
*Look for comfort and feel-in-the-hand. It will make a world of difference when touching off those full-pressure rounds.

You will LOVE this caliber. It is my favorite gun to shoot...period!
 
I second the suggestion for a 4" barrel. The .357 Magnum really picks up most of its steam in a longer barrel. The 4" tube is the best compromise for a "do everything" revolver. A 4" .357 is probably the most versatile handgun anyone can own.

Look at the *&* 686 if you're into stainless, or a used Model 19 if you like blued guns.
 
For a near impossible to wreck, except by complete and utter foolishness, the Ruger GP-100 series would be my choice. Built like a tank, will digest all of the mightiest .357 loads you can find without a hickup.
 
I recommend both the Taurus and the S&W (pre-agreement) because I have each. I also recommend an older Colt Python or Trooper.

I have a 6" tracker that is great and a 4" m66 that while has the best trigger it has a poor finish (holster wear), they both shoot really well.

My favorite is my S&W 4"mod65, very accurate and easy on the hands.
 
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Ixnay on the Python.

Too fragile. It is very easy to knock them out of time.
Real pretty gun, but the lockwork just isn't as strong as Ruger or Smith.

I know first hand of two that had such problems.

Go with the 686 and don't look back!!
 
I truly admire the old Smiths and have a couple of S-Series that I really like, but it has been my experience that recent-manufacture Rugers are head and shoulders of above recent-manufacture Smiths in terms of quality control and the trigger (after a thorough cleaning and lubing). Maybe I have been lucky with my Rugers and unlucky with my Smiths, but what Springfield is turning out today does not compare to what they were turning out 30-40 (probably even 10) years ago. (FWIW, based on my limited experience with Taurus, they have a better DA trigger than either Smith or Ruger--at least in their DAO models.)
 
MONEY SPENT ON 357's

I own two Ruger KGP-141's, and a 7.5" Redhawk.

I could buy any, but prefer Ruger as best overall choice.

My 'one gun' = KGP-141.
 
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