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^^^Ummmmmmmmmmmmm.... wow.^^^ C

I find myself wanting a revolver. Specifically a 6 shot in .357mag. I have begun reloading and would like a handgun to run my reloads thru alongside my lever (Marlin 1894c) at the range. That, and I really like shooting the .357 round. I find it to be a lot of fun and very versatile. At some point I may hunt with my Marlin, but that's another thread. I would like a 4" blued gun that is rugged and dependable. I am caught between the: Ruger GP100 standard The Smith and Wesson 586 And the one that got this started for me in the first place... Ruger GP141 Royal Phoenix, Lipsey's exclusive I "heart" the Royal Phoenix, but the trigger on the Smith is just so sweet. Add to that the fact that the "Royal Phoenix" is as common as hens teeth. There is about a 100 price escalation between the standard Ruger, the Royal Phoenix, and the Smith in that order. I'm fine with whatever, but if I don't have to go all the way up to the Smith, that would be great. This will be a range toy and a platform for my reloads. Most likely it will sleep in the nightstand drawer as well. This won't be carried (unless the hand of God swings down from the heavens and wipes all the liberals from Trenton!). I may also indulge in some occaisonal gun games with it. What would you suggest and WHY are you suggesting it? I would appreciate the lack of one word replies, I would like to hear the reasoning behind it. And yes, I know this has been beaten to death. Let's beat it some more! Thanks in advance and I look forward to the replies. Christopher Edit: I am not averse to hearing about something else that you think might fit the bill. For instance, if you think a Model 60 or SP101 would be a better fit, let me know, but please, tell me why.

Hey Siderman, PM responded to. C

^^^At BH last nite and they specifically told my friend to NOT shoot S&B as they have had issues in the past.^^^ Just sayin. C

Hey Deadeye, thanks but that's a little far for me. I am also looking for a .357 to shoot as that's what I'm looking at. If anything changes, I'll drop you a PM. C

Yup, I'm asking. I'm happy to spring for an hour at the range and the ammo if you'll bring your GP100 and let me fire it. I fired a 686 today and would really like to try out the GP. Post here or PM me if you're willing. No obligation to hang the full hour. I'll shoot a cylinder or two and you can split if you like. I have a 22 I want to dial in and will be there anyway. FWIW, I shoot at Bullet Hole. Not too sure on timing right now. If you can help out, I can be flexible. Thanks all. Christopher

No worries, Mikey. Thanks for trying. C

Where are you located? Plastic snap caps will run you about 7 bux. They're disposable but will help with function checking and the ability to dry fire. If you are up in North Jersey, give Mastodon Ammo and Camo a call. Nick is a great guy and can most likely help you out with your gun. If you're more central, call OMG Custom Guns in Bayonne. Rick is also a great guy. Both have quite reasonable rates. I'm in the middle of sprucing up a rifle myself and it's quite an adventure. Enjoy it!!! C

Yummmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmy!!!! Randazzo's!!! C

Keep in mind that some indoor ranges will not allow the use of steel ammo as there is a chance that it could spark and cause a fire. Regardless of the actual odds, it's there. C

The reason that this isn't all over the news is because the media loves him. Plain and simple. And trust me, not one candidate out there is squeaky clean. I don't even want someone like that in "The House" as they wouldn't be relatable. I would just like them to fess up to their mis-deeds. This goes for all of them. C

Well, to answer your question, bad things would/could happen. Good luck on your revolver quest when you choose to begin it. C

Amen to that, my brother!!! Short loads are as bad or more so than too heavy a load. All very bad, though. You want a nice soft load, get some Trail Boss. Nice soft shooting stuff. Follow your manual for load data. C

Eh. C

Married, 2 kids, dog and been working a bit. Plus, I've discovered reloading! Am planning on getting in the basement to get things smoothed out and put together this weekend. In my defense, I switched out the thumb safety and it showed up just about 4 weeks ago. Thanks for keeping on me. I'll try and git'er done soon!!! C

Scope showed up last nite. Got it mounted within an hour. So far it seems great. Hoping to take it to the range in the next week or so. I've been to Bullet hole 2 times in as many days with the kids, so I need to give it a minute. Thank God .22 is cheap!!! I'll use the BH to get it sighted in and then look for a place to take it to 50+ yards. Thanks everyone on here that helped me figure this out. I really appreciate it. C

This is what I've told him, however, he is insisting that he can do it. I think I will call him and impress upon him that he do due diligence on this. I don't need a friend in need of bail money. C

A buddy of mine joined a private range in upstate NY the other day. He's all jazzed because the range's owner told him it's ok for him to bring his handgun to the range and shoot even though he's a NJ resident. That, and it was way cheap. Is this true? Can you, if you belong to a private range, bring your NJ handgun to NY state? FWIW, regardless of the answers here, I won't be doing it. I don't need the headache. But, for my own knowledge base, is it possible? Allowable? Thanks in advance. I'm thiking this might get interesting. Christopher

I held a 938 last evening. Nice little pistola. Rick will be ordering what ever you like, it won't be coming from stock. He's trying to get an order together to become a stocking dealer. But, to answer your question, the 938 is out and about. C

Cool. I was looking for suppliers for components. Didn't realize it was gone until I posted. Thanks for clearing it up. C

Cool, Kassanova. Glad you found him. If you need anything further, PM me. C

No, I think Maks had one posted. Thanks for the link, however. It's not a huge deal, just kinda wondering as I was looking for it. C

At least I thought it was a sticky. Anyone know where it went? It had a list of reloading suppliers. C

Awesome. Rick is a good guy and I'm looking forward to him getting his shop off the ground. C

That's an amazing gift. Good on you. Thank him for us as well! C