Got 1 P2P left.  Good on semis, would like to add a revolver.

 

But which one???

S&W 686

S&W 686, Ruger GP100, EAA Windicator (made in Germany)

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???

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. 

you looking for a large one?

 

if it handles 38 and 357 you got options.

 

Come on bro, you know whats up!

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.

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? 

,,,,,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? 

I was leaning towards a 357.

 

Is 357 ammo available? 

Its available.  Like others have said..  686 or a GP100

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.

Ruger KGP-161

 

BFR

,,,,,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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

 

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!

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.

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. 

What calibers do you have and interests you ?

 

Target, competition, hunting or self defense ?

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.

See for instance http://www.chuckhawks.com/most_versatile_handgun.htm

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.

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

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?