mintbore 15 Posted May 18, 2016 Hello all, Waiting for a permit to purchase a single action .357, probably a Blackhawk, maybe a Uberti. I have found that I shoot a 5" barrel far better than a 4" on my semi autos, I'm assuming due to the longer sight picture. Should I expect the same from a revolver, or does the slimmer topline have a different effect on sight pictures? This is purely a range gun striving for accuracy. TY Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
10X 3,278 Posted May 18, 2016 Longer sight radius will give you more accuracy, all other things being equal. 6" is always a good choice for an accurate range revolver. There are other factors that may favor shorter barrels, but you'll give up some accuracy. It's always a trade off. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
djg0770 481 Posted May 18, 2016 4" is nicer to carry, easier to clear a holster than a 6" which shoots softer and provides a larger sight radius making for a more accurate firearm It's a trade off. Or, get both. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bhunted 887 Posted May 18, 2016 Best of all worlds. Go big or don't go! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GRIZ 3,365 Posted May 18, 2016 I have a Blackhawk and an Uberti. It's not just the barrel length that helps accuracy but also the design of the sights. The adjustable sights on the Blackhawk are easier to use than the fixed sights on the Uberti. I've also seen some people shoot worse with a longer barrel. Not much difference between a 4 and a 6 but with a 4 and an 8. The longer sight radius exaggerates the natural wobble you get looking at the sights. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JayWilling 33 Posted May 18, 2016 We have a few 4" revolvers that are accurate enough, but for a range gun a 6" barrel will make you feel a little better about yourself. I think there's no carry consideration here so 4-6 inches is my vote. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Samdjr74 11 Posted May 19, 2016 I have a super Blackhawk with a 7.5" barrel, very accurate but it's not a 357. The longer the barrel the better the accuracy as long as you have good sites like others have mentioned. However, a longer barrel does equal more weight out front so keep that in mind. Most of my 357 revolvers have a 5" barrel which I find a happy medium, not too long to be "nose" heavy but long enough to have good accuracy. I recently picked up a 1978 Colt Trooper MkIII with a 6" barrel that is dead on accurate and because it doesn't have a full lug under the barrel it balances nicely. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mintbore 15 Posted May 20, 2016 Thanks all...looks like The Blackhawk 6.5" is the deal. Handled the Uberti at Heritage and while a cool gun, not what will suit my needs. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GRIZ 3,365 Posted May 20, 2016 Thanks all...looks like The Blackhawk 6.5" is the deal. Handled the Uberti at Heritage and while a cool gun, not what will suit my needs. Good choice. One of the most durable and unbreakable revolvers made. Your grandchildren will appreciate it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
345Sire 158 Posted May 20, 2016 Best of all worlds. Go big or don't go! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk WOW! a Colt 45 revolver rifle, neat! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bhunted 887 Posted May 20, 2016 WOW! a Colt 45 revolver rifle, neat! So you are not a fan of the old west classics. Teto... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
2AJoe 13 Posted May 24, 2016 Best of all worlds. Go big or don't go! That is truly a beautiful revolver. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites