Which revolver is better for my needs?
Welcome everyone,
I am soon going to purchase a Revolver. What is the best Revolver I can get for well-rounded usage. Quality, ammo/availability, knock- down power and price are all factors.
-Hector
I am soon going to purchase a Revolver. What is the best Revolver I can get for well-rounded usage. Quality, ammo/availability, knock- down power and price are all factors.
-Hector
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If defense is included a 4 or 6" barreled 357 revolver. Plenty of choices on manufacturers and a fair price spread.
If just target shooting, plinking, etc. then a good 22 revolver. Not as many models/manufacturers but still enough to choose a good one from.0 -
+1 on a 357, or 38spl. 4or6 inch barrel. You can shoot 38 special in the 357 to keep recoil dowm. There are some good used police trade-ins around for a good price. 0 -
4" barreled 357 revolver with target sights. 0 -
The "well rounded" part prompted me to answer. I recently purchased my first Dan Wesson Model 15-2 357 revolver. It is great to shoot and has a lot of options. I can do a quick change on the barrel and shroud and go from 2.5" to 4" to 6" and 8". I can also change the grip to a large wood target grip or a smaller wood grip for carry.
It has adjustable sights so it's great for target shooting. I was very pleased with accuracy.
As with any 357 Magnum, you can shoot the 38 special for general target shooting and use the 357 magnum rounds when it counts.
They don't make the 15-2 anymore, but there are a lot of nice ones on the auction side.
Good luck with whatever you choose.0 -
I'd recommend the Ruger GP-100. Decent price, good caliber (.357 Magnum/.38 Special), and super-reliable. 0 -
Thanks everyone. I will definately look into a 357 Revolver.
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hxm1982.....I will join the choir on the .357. Gives you the option of shooting .38's for target and loading up with .357's for business. Max flexibility. As to which one, I am partial to both the Ruger GP100 4" and the Smith 66 4". Both you can get used at a good price (my GP was a San Diego Sheriff's Dept castoff) and both are built like tanks so they will last and last. Reliable, accurate, fun to shoot...both fit all the bills. Good for CC also if you go that way. Hope this helps and good luck in your search! 0 -
.357 magnum revolver with a 4" bbl is probably the single best overall choice in a handgun for general purpose for the average new shooter.
.357 round is excellent for self-defense, with many authorities considering it to be THE best defensive round available.
.357 round works well for hunting small to medium sized game. .357 revolvers will also take .38 special ammo which is relatively inexpensive, accurate, and well suited for target shooting, recreational shooting, and practice. Both .38 special and .357 ammo are readily available whereever gun ammo is sold (eg gun stores, sporting goods stores, big "Mart" type stores, etc).
4" bbl is potentially concealable, but also suitable for defensive, outdoor and sporting use.
Cost depends on which exact model, but excellent quality guns are available for under $400.
I'd favor an adjustable sight model, as those are more suitable for target shooting. Its not just that the sights are adjustable (though that's a factor to), but that revolver adjustable sights are generally easier to see and shoot accurately than usual "gutter" type fixed sights.
In terms of specific models, I'm partial to a Smith and Wesson model 19, as a great choice for a first centerfire revolver for a new or experienced shooter. These are high quality .357s that will provide a lifetime of service and only appreciate in value over time:
For many years Smith 19s were THE standard police issue gun, and in fact for several years, they were in such high demand that they were hard to obtain UNLESS you were police. While not the strongest .357s around, they're known for good balance and super-slick actions. Since most shooters are going to be using mostly .38s anyway (as they cost less and offer less recoil), these are a great choice. Nowadays, used model 19s in excellent functional shape are available for $350-450.
Other good choices include:
Smith models 66 (like model 19, but stainless with adjustable sight), 65 (fixed sight), 586 (heavier frame, blued steel, adjustable sight), 686 (heavier frame, stainless, adjustable sight), model 60 (small more concealable frame, stainless, 5-shot).
Ruger models GP100, Security Six.0 -
When I was making that choice I picked the 5" S&W M29 Classic in 44mag. The loads I use are 44special +P HP. When I go hunting I up the loads to 44mag. I would suggest that you find a indoor pistol range that rents relovers and you should go try several and see which you like best. 0
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