deerpark 83 Posted October 23, 2013 Got 1 P2P left. Good on semis, would like to add a revolver. But which one??? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JT Custom Guns 959 Posted October 23, 2013 S&W 686, Ruger GP100, EAA Windicator (made in Germany) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
deerpark 83 Posted October 23, 2013 S&W 686 Awww yah, thats nice. You gotta be a real man to handle that bad boy. Do you think I can handle it??? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
deerpark 83 Posted October 23, 2013 S&W 686, Ruger GP100, EAA Windicator (made in Germany) That GP looks kinda mean, reminds me of the SP. I was thinkin to keep the revolver American made but that Windicator looks kinda nice, Shorter barrel than the SP. Holy affordable. Not heard of EAA though. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
remixer 1,645 Posted October 23, 2013 you looking for a large one? if it handles 38 and 357 you got options. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
deerpark 83 Posted October 23, 2013 Come on bro, you know whats up! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Duppie 73 Posted October 23, 2013 Awww yah, thats nice. You gotta be a real man to handle that bad boy. Do you think I can handle it??? ,,,,,Not entirely true, the 686 is a k frame .357,I have a slightly larger n frame 27-2 .357 and the wife loves shooting it even with hot loads. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
deerpark 83 Posted October 23, 2013 you looking for a large one? if it handles 38 and 357 you got options. I was leaning towards a 357. Is 357 ammo available? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
deerpark 83 Posted October 23, 2013 ,,,,,Not entirely true, the 686 is a k frame .357,I have a slightly larger n frame 27-2 .357 and the wife loves shooting it even with hot loads. Of-course I can handle it. I keep MY guns loaded. Know what I am saying? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Frank Rizzo 59 Posted October 23, 2013 I was leaning towards a 357. Is 357 ammo available? Its available. Like others have said.. 686 or a GP100 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Duppie 73 Posted October 23, 2013 Of-course I can handle it. I keep MY guns loaded. Know what I am saying? ...now I do, unfortunately I was not in on the joke before I posted.....carry on. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
T Bill 649 Posted October 23, 2013 Ruger KGP-161 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CommonSense 0 Posted October 23, 2013 ,,,,,Not entirely true, the 686 is a k frame .357,I have a slightly larger n frame 27-2 .357 and the wife loves shooting it even with hot loads. 686 is L frame. As others have said, 686 or GP-100 are good all-around choices. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
W2MC 1,699 Posted October 23, 2013 Check out the 'used' racks - If I were going shopping today for a 'first' or 'only' revolver, I would be looking for a .357 S&W - a Model 19 or 27 (depending upon whether I wanted a K or N frame-the 27-N-is slightly bigger), I would be looking for a pin in the frame that secured the barrel, and a recessed bore in the cylinder ("recessed" means a relief-cut for the cartridge rim). I would also be looking for a nickel finish, but that's just my vanity. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dajonga 397 Posted October 23, 2013 New or used? I like used gun shopping. You never know what you may find. New guns can be ordered anywhere, but stumbling across something interesting is way more fun to me. I like pre-lock blued S&Ws. I just picked up a clean 28-2 2 weeks ago. If you shop around, you can find some bargains if you are willing to accept some cosmetic blemishes. Where are you located? Giving a location may get you some tips on used guns at a shop near you. I saw a beater Model 10-8 last week in Toms River. Everyone should have a Model 10. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
seabasstard 1 Posted October 23, 2013 I'll go against the grain here. Had my heart set on on a 686 or a used Colt Python (if I could find a reasonably priced one) for my first revolver. But instead went with a single action Ruger Vaquero in .357/38 sp and have not been disappointed. If you want something fun for the range, take a look at one of these. Be a cowboy! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
W2MC 1,699 Posted October 23, 2013 I'll go against the grain here. Had my heart set on on a 686 or a used Colt Python (if I could find a reasonably priced one) for my first revolver. But instead went with a single action Ruger Vaquero in .357/38 sp and have not been disappointed. If you want something fun for the range, take a look at one of these. Be a cowboy! Good point - I fell in lust a few months ago with a pair of Vaqueros put out as a limited edition by the Single Action Shooting Society (SASS) - they were made of highly polished stainless steel, sitting in the case at Tip's Hardware. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BullzeyeNJ 104 Posted October 23, 2013 S&W 586 or 686. No collection should be without one. If you want to get spendy then I would go with a Freedom Arms revolver. Hand built/fitted and it shows. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Smokin .50 1,907 Posted October 23, 2013 BFR Nuthin' quite like the feel of a .45-70 Trapdoor Springfield round goin'-off in yer hand! I actually held one of these in my hands....and then said to myself, " Nah, don't need to aggravate my arthritis" lol! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lunker 274 Posted October 23, 2013 Check out the 'used' racks - If I were going shopping today for a 'first' or 'only' revolver, I would be looking for a .357 S&W - a Model 19 or 27 (depending upon whether I wanted a K or N frame-the 27-N-is slightly bigger), I would be looking for a pin in the frame that secured the barrel, and a recessed bore in the cylinder ("recessed" means a relief-cut for the cartridge rim). I would also be looking for a nickel finish, but that's just my vanity. +1 to all but the nickel finish. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AS350Driver 56 Posted October 23, 2013 If you have any .45acp's, just get a S&W 625, then there is no need worry about adding another caliber that ammo might not be available for. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tony357 386 Posted October 23, 2013 What calibers do you have and interests you ? Target, competition, hunting or self defense ? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
illy 1 Posted October 23, 2013 If you have any .45acp's, just get a S&W 625, then there is no need worry about adding another caliber that ammo might not be available for.While that gun is first in my what to buy next list, every collection *needs* a .357 mag revolver. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
illy 1 Posted October 23, 2013 See for instance http://www.chuckhawks.com/most_versatile_handgun.htm Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alec.mc 180 Posted October 23, 2013 Id buy a 627 over a 686 any day. 8 shots of 357 goodness and I like the n frame better then the k/l frames. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Michael2013 56 Posted October 23, 2013 Awww yah, thats nice. You gotta be a real man to handle that bad boy. Do you think I can handle it??? I have GP-100, and my wife can handle it just fine. It is heavy, so no much of recoil even with 357 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
deerpark 83 Posted October 23, 2013 Check out the 'used' racks - If I were going shopping today for a 'first' or 'only' revolver, I would be looking for a .357 S&W - a Model 19 or 27 (depending upon whether I wanted a K or N frame-the 27-N-is slightly bigger), I would be looking for a pin in the frame that secured the barrel, and a recessed bore in the cylinder ("recessed" means a relief-cut for the cartridge rim). I would also be looking for a nickel finish, but that's just my vanity. Who knew there was so much into buying a revolver. I didnt. The GP100 has been recommended quite a bit. How does it compare to the SP101? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
