3" or 4" 357mag

[21tango]

okay so I have my name on the Smith 28 6" and its a good gun at a good price but just doesn't fit what I am looking for. Today I went to a pawn shop I go to and they had a Ruger gp 100 2-3/4" 7 shot talo edition with the green fiber optic front sight and adjustable rear it just came in so they won't budge on the price, I tried, its 749.00 I can afford it barely but it fits what I want and it seems to fit better than what I remember the GPS in the past what do you guys think thanks

Price seems a little steep but i have noticed Rugers are selling at a premium about the same as S&W anymore. If you wait and look around you might save $50 but if it's exactly what you want i would jump on it and eat the $50 (hard to find a snub gp 100)

 

[Lead Ball]

I found a Smith 686+ 3" pretty beat up for the same price and I would have had to change the front sight and it just didn't feel as good in my hand as the gp100 did so I am very happy

 

[Lead Ball]

I didnt get the used one from the pawn shop someone swooped in and grabbed it but I found a factory new one from Reeds on gunbroker for that same price I thought it was a good price from what I was finding everywhere else

 

[Lead Ball]

that's just a pic I found of one just like it did I say I can't wait

 

[tj3006]

I would go Colt, Smith Or Ruger,
I don't think 1 inch of barrel makes much difference, But if you plan on concealment, that little 3 inch King Cobra seems real nice,
I love a GP 100 but they are heavy. As for a Smith, I like a model 19 real well. Preferably pinned and recessed...tj

 

[21tango]

I would go Colt, Smith Or Ruger,
I don't think 1 inch of barrel makes much difference, But if you plan on concealment, that little 3 inch King Cobra seems real nice,
I love a GP 100 but they are heavy. As for a Smith, I like a model 19 real well. Preferably pinned and recessed...tj

100% agree the model 19 is truly the pinnacle of a carry 357. Nothing feels better in my hand, l love the gp100 and 686 and carry them both hunting or hiking but much prefer the 19 as a concealed or combat handgun

 

[coop44]

Model 28 smith&wesson, as sturdy and robust a wheel gun as you can find.

That's mine, upper right.
For the right offer, I could be tempted to sell.
as far as 1 inch not making a difference, said no girlfriend or wife, ever.

 

[21tango]

Model 28 smith&wesson, as sturdy and robust a wheel gun as you can find.
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That's mine, upper right.
For the right offer, I could be tempted to sell.
as far as 1 inch not making a difference, said no girlfriend or wife, ever.

Lol

 

[Ducati_Meister]

I like the 3 in. Barrel for carry and the 4 and 4.25 in for carry outside like when in the country etc. and home defense use. Ruger SP 101 and GP100 guns I like too, particularly the blued ones as they are not seen too often.

 

[greydog111]

I am looking at getting a revolver, it's going to be 357mag to match my Contender, it is going to serve as a fun gun, trail gun, house gun and occasional carry gun, I dont want a J frame sized gun, so what do you guys like for this purpose, price around 1,000 give or take but the cheaper the better thanks have a great day.

S&W 686+7 rounds.

 

[oremike]

I don't know about all them other brands I'm sure they are just dandy because I bought a 4" GP-100 close to 40 years ago and it has done everything I've asked of it with no problems ever. Now it lives on in semi retirement as my nightstand gun.

 

[nammac]

S&W 686+7 rounds.

Like me some 686+

 

[RVTECH]

I am a fan of 'K' frame S & Ws however I do not shoot 'full house' ammo out of mine so if this something you will be doing stick with a an L or N frame Smith - or go with a GP 100 which is an excellent choice anyway.

 

[greydog111]

Like me some 686+

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I've the same one! VZ G10 grips however! Great gun

 

[Dazed]

S&W model 19-4 suits me fine practice with .38 and carry with 158 grain .357 hollow points.

 

[bionic knees]

this one is in 327 federal mag, seven shot, I shoot it very well. hand loaded 100-grain hollow points are pretty stout.

 

[osprey]

Hard to beat a 4" pre-lock SW 686 for an all around outdoor companion.

 

[Cottonwood]

I did finally pick up a S&W mod 66 Combat Magnum 2.75" a while ago now, found used in a pawn shop.
I carry this pretty much everyday.

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• Cottonwood
• Jan 23, 2023

 

[41mag]

They are a pale comparison to the real deal.

I'm in the 'never had a good one' group

 

[Cottonwood]

I'm in the 'never had a good one' group

You never had one group good?