new Ruger Redhawk 8 shot 357
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Boneuphtoner
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I'm interested in one of these, but I'm waiting for a longer barrel model to be released. The only obvious philosophy of use I can see for this snubbie is a backpack gun. It would seem to be too chunky for CCW. I'm not really a backpacker, so I don't have a lot of use for this one. Also contemplating a S&W 627 8 shot...they have some longer barreled versions...only issue I have with S&W is that huge gap in the frame with the cylinder, forcing cone etc. It may not bother some people but I think it is very unsightly. I do think S&W's older models are prettier than most Rugers, but the 627 is ugly to me.
now see, I didn't even know the 627 pro existed... I better do some more homework. while I don't care for the fame/cylinder gap either, it's not enough to keep me from it. This purchase is for function. Ideally I'd like to see which one fits better in my hand.
I never liked snubbies for backpack guns, always preferred a 4" barrel so I stand a chance of hitting something at further than point blank range.
ShooterBear
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Saw it, handled it, just didn't seem right to me. Although .357 is my all time fav for wheel guns, I'd rather have the Redhawk BP as a sixer in .44M or .45LC.
I like the S&W 686 with the Jerry Miculek smooth grips.
