Which .44 magnum revolver

IMO the ruger redhawk is "THE best built .44 double action revolver around. I believe they have a 4" model now. Happy travels
 
I love my 4" 629, but I think the decision needs to be based in part on what type of ammo you intend on shooting. If I was planning on shooting mostly full-power factory ammo, I'd probably go with the Redhawk. I think it has a better reputation for toughness.
 
Please don't buy a snubby 44mag revolver by going under 4". You loose to much velocity. I would buy the ruger red hawk OR if you find a old dan wesson 44 buy it regaurdless of barrel lenght as that can be swapped out in 2 minutes from one barrel to another. EWKarms is in the process of makeing 44 mag barrels and shrouds too.
 
If you want the John Deere of .44 Mag, get the Redhawk. Much stronger than a S&W. The Redhawk triggers can be really improved with a Wolfe spring kit. In fact, I like the Redhawk trigger once its' spring is replaced.

I have not had good luck with recent S&W production.
 
Im probably gonna go with the redhawk 4" barrel (just have to wait awhile so the wife doesn't go nuts, I've bought 5 guns in the last 6 months). For those that have one how is the trigger out of the box?
 
BOB WRIGHT asked a serious question. IF all you want is a 44MAG 'shootin'gun' the 4" is the worst one to choose.
AFTER owning and shooting every model and style of USA 44MAG sixguns ever made I am here to say you could NOT make a worst choice of an everyday 'shootin'gun' than a 4" 44MAG.
IF all you want to do mostly is carry it and look at it be my guest.
And so it goes...
 
What is wrong with a 4.2 inch Redhawk in .44 Magnum? I love mine. Especially for the ease of carry. It is very versatile. Yes you lose some velocity but you can still shoot 300 grain slugs at about 1200 fps.

Yes, it may bark and bite a bit more but it is an absolute blast to shoo! BTW, I love shooting my 460 S&W Mag too. I'm a glutton for punishment.
 
BOB WRIGHT asked a serious question. IF all you want is a 44MAG 'shootin'gun' the 4" is the worst one to choose.
AFTER owning and shooting every model and style of USA 44MAG sixguns ever made I am here to say you could NOT make a worst choice of an everyday 'shootin'gun' than a 4" 44MAG.
IF all you want to do mostly is carry it and look at it be my guest.
And so it goes...
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A co worker of mine has a taurus 4" 44 mag i think its a tracker. Ive shot about 100 rounds with it. So my question to you is why is a 4" 44 mag a bad choice for a shooting gun?
 
Its a personal choice. I had the same dilemma. I wanted another 44revolver to add yo the stable, and I wanted a snubby. Money was not the issue, rather the best gun. I chose the S&W PC 629. Contrary to popular belief you lose more velocity to barrel differences than you do just by having a shorter barrel.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tCsylNLWuW4
 
The 4" Redhawk's single action trigger is light as a feather.
Double action takes some getting used to, to stay on target.

I find it to be an ideal woods/prairie EDC, but the right holster is essential to deal with its nearly 3 lb weight.
I'm 6'2" / 200 lbs so it doesn't seem a big issue for me.
YMMV
 
Here comes the BOOM!!!

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My point is this: The .44 Magnum cartridge is essentially a long range cartridge. To get the maximun performance, the longer barrels are a must. Not only do they deliver maximum performance, but also extended sight radius. Whatever accuracy you derive from a 4" barrel, will be increased with a 6" or 7 1/2" barrel.

If it is desired to shoot .44 Special level ammunition, then a good .44 Special revolver is the better choice as to weight and convenience.

I have a 4" Model 29, and a 7 1/2" Ruger Blackhawk. The 4" gun has about 5,000 rounds fired through it. The Ruger over 17,000 rounds.

As to up-close power, a .45 Colt is a better choice, and if you are a glutton for punishment, it will serve equally well.

Bob Wright
 
Had a Dan Wesson that I shot IHMSA with and loved it. But I love the single actions more and no longer own a double action 44mag.
 
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