If you could have just one revolver....

[BigToe]

I've been able to source .38 special lately, but still looking for .357...even cheapo PMC practice ammo is hard to come by.

 

[GoGoGadget]

Thread update:

The deed is done. Just got back from On Target and she shoots great!

She's on my desk as I type this - very happy.

 

[INMY01TA]

Thread update:

The deed is done. Just got back from On Target and she shoots great!

She's on my desk as I type this - very happy.

That a used pre-lock 686? Very nice!

 

[SpruceJPG]

Excellent choice

 

[trickg]

Excellent choice

+1 - agreed, tough to go wrong with a S&W revolver.

 

[python]

Older S&W model 27 with 3 1/2" barrel. Any early "L" frame, especially 581 or 681.

 

[platekiller]

I would get a S&W 629 if I could only have one revolver.

 

[6Den]

Thread update:

The deed is done. Just got back from On Target and she shoots great!

She's on my desk as I type this - very happy.

Good choice and congrats. I believe a 4-6" .357 mag revolver is the most versatile. Smith, DW, Colt, Ruger -- take your pick.

 

[GoGoGadget]

That a used pre-lock 686? Very nice!

Yep! A 686-5 circa about 1999-2000, I think. It was a security company trade in. Mustn't have been used much as it has very little wear considering.

 

[anand14]

I would prefer a Ruger GP-100 in stainless in .357

 

[squirrels]

Thread update:

The deed is done. Just got back from On Target and she shoots great!

She's on my desk as I type this - very happy.

Nice acquisition.

I used to think I wanted a 629 (44mag) eventually, but the more I think about it, the more I lean toward a 686, for the versatility of being able to shoot either 357mag or 38spc. The temptation of a "big boom gun" is high, but I think the 686 still would provide plenty of boom while still actually having a chance of being practical.

I like the modern look of a revolver like yours there. I've never been much on the old revolver look...blued with wood-grips, etc. But the stainless revolvers with rubberized grips...I think they're pretty sexy.

And every now and then I'll see a Colt Python all blinged out...but I dunno if I can justify the extra coin.

 

[sxs]

THE iconic icon of wheelguns is the Colt SAA.

I'd add the S&W K22, Webley Mk VI, S&W 29 in .44 or .357... lots of great choices...

hate to break it to you, but I'm afraid just one aint gonna do it.

I agree!!

By the way a S&W 29 in .357 is a S&W 27.

I have the S&W k-22 Masterpiece Target as well as the 15(k-38), 19 (k frame .357), 27 (.357) and 29 (44 Mag). all are great wheel guns to have. If I was gonna have only one, it would probably be either the M27 or M29. The M27 just for 38 and 357 plus home defense or the 44 mag 29 so I could also deer hunt. Many .357 mag loads are not legal for deer hunting in Maryland.

By the way, for anyone interested, I just recently saw a steal at Angler's near bay bridge. I didn't look real close, but saw either an m27-2 or m29-2 with what looked like an 8-3/8 barrel. Looked to be pretty good shape and just $699! You'll need to call and verify the model as I can't remember for sure if it was .357 or .44. FWIW, it's an older model almost certainly NOT pre-drilled for a scope base if you require that (although a good gun smith could drill it easily enough). That, however is a great price for a Smith N-frame.

Oh, yeah...if you have a definite preference for stainless, the 686 and 629 should get a look.

 

[bilbravo]

I rented a Ruger SP101 in .357 Magnum with a 2.25" barrel a few weeks ago and loved it. I might prefer something a little larger, but my wife was able to hold it in her hands very well.

 

[sxs]

Dan Wesson 44mag.

Nice looking Uncle Dan gun! Man, I wished I had still my old Mod 15 (.357) with the pistol pack!

 

[jmcisc]

Why rush to get a revolver before October? They're not affected by 281. But anyway, IMHO the S&W M-19 would be my first choice (I've got two), the M-27 would be second. M-10's available for much less, and is a great first revolver and first S&W. Rugers are hell-for-stout, but no where near as elegant, in looks or function.

I agree with the S & W M19. I have 2 and they are fun to shoot and very accurate. I have a 6" in Nickel and a 6" Blue with TT,TH, RR and WO.

 

[jmcisc]

I rented a Ruger SP101 in .357 Magnum with a 2.25" barrel a few weeks ago and loved it. I might prefer something a little larger, but my wife was able to hold it in her hands very well.

I have a Security Six with the short barrel. The original wooden grips were much too small for my hands so I put on some Pachmyers. Works great.

 

[GoGoGadget]

I agree with the S & W M19. I have 2 and they are fun to shoot and very accurate. I have a 6" in Nickel and a 6" Blue with TT,TH, RR and WO.

I think a Model 19 is in my future as well. I love the look of blued smith revolvers...

 

[BigToe]

Thread update:

The deed is done. Just got back from On Target and she shoots great!

She's on my desk as I type this - very happy.

686 is a great gun. I have the 686+. I ended up getting a model 60 3" as well...and a Ruger 77/357 carbine. I love .357 cal.

 

[freddie]

Time to add another

S&W 460 Magnum - 45Colt, 454 Casull, 460 Magnum

Good revolver to stare down dirty harry with.
http://www.mdshooters.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=88606&stc=1&d=1371660902

 

[jmcisc]

I think a Model 19 is in my future as well. I love the look of blued smith revolvers...

I know what you mean. The finish on mine is almost a deep, shiny black.