If you could only have one revolver, which one?

[budman93]

What's stopping you?

College. Also I wouldn't buy a modern revolver right now because of the HQL. I do have a C&R now though so there are a ton of options. Right now I am thinking that I will start looking for a nice C&R Ruger Blackhawk in .357 once I graduate. There are some really nice ones that can be had for around $400 dollars and are C&R. Hopefully I can find one like this once I'm ready. http://www.mdshooters.com/showthread.php?t=147887&highlight=hql+blackhawk

 

[JohnnyE]

I don't know, some calibers are just associated with autoloaders. There are many great .22LR semis and a revolver may not really be a choice (if you could choose only one revolver, why use it on a .22?), and who really thinks of a revolver in .25, or .32., 9mm, .40 S&W, or .45 ACP? When you're talking wheel guns, I think you're really looking at .38 spec./.357 mag, .41 mag, .44 spec./.44 mag., .45 long Colt, or the .500. Of these choices, looking at availability, pleasure to shoot, and so forth, the first choice is .38spec./.357 mag. If it's a S&W, Colt, Ruger, or whatever, that's like buying shoes. Nike's fit me better than Reeboks. My S&W 686 fits better than the others. YMMV.

 

[Bafflingbs]

I'm still in love with my Colt Trooper MK III. A little old and outdated but blast to shoot and fits me like a glove

That was my first gun. The very first shot from it was a bullseye. Sadly, I sold it back in the early 90's. Matter of fact, I think I sold it in the Washington Post. Ah the good old days.

 

[Tman68]

I love my S&W 686 SSR, beyond solid and accurate, very fun to shoot as I said before in this thread,but I touched that colt anaconda at freestate this weekend, I want it very badly but $2500 is INSANE!!!!!!!!!!

 

[Bafflingbs]

I love my S&W 686 SSR, beyond solid and accurate, very fun to shoot as I said before in this thread,but I touched that colt anaconda at freestate this weekend, I want it very badly but $2500 is INSANE!!!!!!!!!!

OUCH! $2500!!!!!? Wouldn't you rather have the Python like everyone else here?

 

[dad4]

How about a colt frontier scout .22 magnum?

 

[Bafflingbs]

How about a colt frontier scout .22 magnum?

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My father has one of those. Looks fun, but, I don't see a reason to chose the caliber. Believe me, I'm not downing your choice in a handgun. I just don't understand what purpose it could serve. I guess I just don't know enough about its capabilities. Please, school me.

 

[scribe556]

It's a hog-leg, but it's a tack-driver as well.

627-2 PC, N-frame .357 (no lock).

I must agree! 8 shots in .357 magnum with the N-frame mass to soak up the recoil. it's a sweet shooter, the only revolver in my stable, and the pistol I'm most accurate with.

 

[sxs]

My old S&W Trooper model 28 in 357 magnum was my favorite, but i am having fun now with my 460 magnum.

It's not my first choice to shoot all the time...but now that I think of it, it might be a good 'only revolver'. The 460 approaches the 500 's energy levels with less felt recoil AND you can step back to 454 Casull or even 45 Long Colt. As fierce as it can be with full throttle loads, it's a ***** cat with 45 LC. Even so, my S&Ws 29 and 629 are also pleasure to shoot... accurate, easy to handle and powerful. A couple people mentioned the S&W 625 in 45 ACP/moon clips....A buddy has one and, if your shooting targets, that is one nice shooting easy to handle gun.

I also have the S&W 27 and 686. Both are great shooters, but I picked the 44 mags over the .357s since they are legal for deer. That's also why most of my big bore revolvers are also 6" or longer barrels (my 460 is 8-3/8s). If I was shooting targets only, the 357 is a great choice since you can also shoot 38's.

 

[porter253]

Always favored the Rugers for best value.

 

[Uncle Duke]

My 70's 2" security six's .....have many revolvers (hence my name) but there is no joy like one of my SS.

Funny you mention this. The double action trigger on a Ruger Speed Six I bought years ago was one of the biggest surprises I think I've ever encountered in a revolver. Can't say if that was a fluke of a factory trigger, or the norm with these. I only own the one, and haven't shot the Security or Service cousins before or since. But I can say it was a very pleasant surprise.

 

[Kolholznik]

So, my question is, if you could only have one revolver, which one would you pick?

S&W Model 29, 6" bbl, blue - Pachmayr Target grips

 

[Mid Maryland E]

S&W 686 357 6" barrel doesn't get much more reliable than this. As long as you clean it occasionally it will last a lifetime plus.

 

[Bafflingbs]

S&W Model 29, 6" bbl, blue - Pachmayr Target grips

"Go ahead, make my day."

 

[Kolholznik]

"Go ahead, make my day."

That's it. I think Clint kept the factory S&W wood grips on his, though! Ouch! Those things are brutal. Personally, I've never owned a revolver that I could shoot better than my Model 29.

 

[Bafflingbs]

That's it. I think Clint kept the factory S&W wood grips on his, though! Ouch! Those things are brutal. Personally, I've never owned a revolver that I could shoot better than my Model 29.

I really want one eventually. Damn nice revolver.

 

[johnnyb2]

Sexy

While there are others I like, I'd have to go with my 4" model 27.

That gun is just PURE SEXUAL FEELING!!!

 

[phidelta308]

I'd go with a .357 pre-lock S&W or a Ruger.

 

[Bafflingbs]

I'd go with a .357 pre-lock S&W or a Ruger.

I have the 586 with the lock. It's really not bad. The trigger is very smooth, and you can barely see the lock.

 

[trickg]

That's it. I think Clint kept the factory S&W wood grips on his, though! Ouch! Those things are brutal. Personally, I've never owned a revolver that I could shoot better than my Model 29.

I've always felt that the Pachmayer grips were worse - they feel softer initially, but they really grip into the flesh of the palm and fingers so it pulls more on recoil and muzzle flip. I've got the original wood grips on mine, and when I say "original," I mean original - 1956 S&W grips, slightly worse for the wear.