.357 Suggestions

[65pony 0]

Been looking to purchase a .357 and have narrowed down to two, S&W 686 or Ruger GP100 any suggestions out there as to which stands out as a better choice, know that it depends on individual but would like to hear pro's and con's before making purchase.

[Pew Pew Plates 358]

Smith! Better trigger, better customer service, better reputation. Except for the trigger they will perform the same. The GP100 is a good gun, too!

[BobZ 0]

I love my 686 6".

 

I've had it for almost 20 years and it still shoots great.

[Wolfy 51]

686 Pro great gun and great trigger. Front sight is held in by a spring so swapping front sight requires no gunsmithing.

[sirsloop 1]

You look at Taurus stuff?

[65pony 0]

Actually haven't, will take a look at the site.

[tj462nj 32]

depends on what your willing to spend also

[lunker 274]

If you are buying new, go with the Ruger GP100. It's built like a tank and Ruger's customer service every bit as good as S&W. If you want a pricey/fancy 357, then the S&W Performance Center guns are really nice.

If you are buying something older (i.e. from the 80's or earlier), which would be my recommendation since I feel they are MUCH better made, get the Smith&Wesson. I am not a fan of new S&W revolvers. Too many MIM parts for me and I have problems with the internal lock. If you have questions about these things, please use the search function here or Google. There are a lot of threads on this forum and others about MIM and internal locks on Smith wheel guns.

[Wolfy 51]

Keats can you make it to BA on a Tue night?

[65pony 0]

Can probably arrange that.

[lunker 274]

Keats can you make it to BA on a Tue night?

 

Good idea Joe.

Keats, I have a S&W Model 28 from 1970. It is an N frame and is built to withstand anything you put through it. If you can make it to BA on Tuesday, I'll bring it.

[Wolfy 51]

I will bring the 686 Pro. Someone has to have a GP100 for comparison.

[lunker 274]

I will bring the 686 Pro. Someone has to have a GP100 for comparison.

 

Wolfy, a 686 PRO vs GP100 isn't really a fair comparison either. There is a world of difference between your gun and a plain jane 686. Maybe BA has a regular 686n on their rental board.

[Wolfy 51]

Chris I meant as a comparison to a different brand.

[65pony 0]

I certainly appreciate all the responses and assistance, will confirm if Tues. is a go, later this weekend.

[Wolfy 51]

Keats we are there almost every Tue so no pressure.

[MedicYeti 96]

Ruger GP100

[Ray Ray 3,566]

This is kinda like the 500 vs 870 debate. There are many different Smiths out there to choose from, and only a few models of the GP100 to look at. Gotsta shoot boff of dem to decide fo yoself.

[jermz1987 243]

My vote is for the Ruger GP100.:drool:

[Edge 6]

I picked up a 686 + about 2 months ago, fwiw I love it.......

[lunker 274]

How about 8 rounds of 357 goodness. I would buy this Perfrmance Center gun if I had the $$$.

 

http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/prod ... s_id/52370

[Mauser88 0]

S&W 686 is the way to go.

[Leth 8]

I've had friends who have owned 686s and GP100s. I much preferred the balance, look and trigger of the 686.

[Radek 73]

I will bring the 686 Pro. Someone has to have a GP100 for comparison.

 

I do, and it's available for sale or trade. It's posted here. I am selling it because on lunker's advice I bought a old S&W!

 

I like the GP100, built like a tank, but don't need 2 revolvers.

[Ray Ray 3,566]

I but don't need 2 revolvers.

 

What? Yes you do!

[Wolfy 51]

Radek is right who needs two? I have more than that two is not enough.

[Parker 213]

Whatever feels best in YOUR hand. Let that be the decision maker. Both are good. My preference is the S&W for its refinement.

[65pony 0]

Well PP is in and now time to decide, after doing more research leaning towards a 686 4" Stainless DCM. Now to do a side by side comparison down range. Thanks for all the feedback!

[Radek 73]

I will bring the 686 Pro. Someone has to have a GP100 for comparison.

 

I have a GP100 in 6", I might be heading to BA on Tuesday (9/21) but not sure yet.

[1563621 388]

I picked up a 686 + about 2 months ago, fwiw I love it.......