Beautiful 3" SP101...and those Hogue grips are great for those revolvers!Thanks for all the great info INGO (as always)! I decided to be budget minded and my LGS lowered the ask on this so I now onw my first (likely not last) wheel gun.View attachment 227379View attachment 227380
A Smith 60-15 pro series loaded with magnums is in my EDC rotation. More recoil than my 66, but VERY manageableI fondled a 60 this weekend and although the price was nice I don’t think I would like it much even shooting just 38
Of the 3 you listed I would go with the S&W 19-9. I have had a couple PC revolvers and they are stellar. I currently have the 340PD and with the Hogue Tamer grips, .357 is very manageable. I also have the 329PD in .44 Mag and it can be a brute, but if you know that going in, it's not so bad. I added Hogue Tamers to that one too and it helps tremendously.I feel the need to own a wheel gun. After research I want a 3” barrel .357 and have narrowed it down to 3 very different revolvers and would like to hear comments — preferably from those who have experience with these pistols. Will most likely be a range fun gun but may want to carry on special occasions (currently CC either a CZ PCR or Sig P365 and rarely my 1911). Will likely mostly shoot 38 special & +P but will want it to handle .357 loads with reasonable accuracy.
So here are my thought:
Colt King Cobra 3”, (can be found for around $800 if one looks carefully—but what does the future hold for Colt CZ group, will these continue to be made?). Fits my hand well, feels good and the trigger is very smooth. Not too small or large and feels like it would handle a magnum load pretty well but have not had the opportunity to shoot one.
S&W 19-9 Comp Carry PC 3” (a little more $, have seen these go for around $900-1000 on GB, a half pound heavier than the Colt and trigger not as sweet). Little doubt this will handle magnum loads ok, wanting a stainless revolver but the alternative (combat magnum) is a bit over budget.
Ruger Sp101 3” (down to 5 shots, not as nice trigger as the other wheel guns but considerably less $$, 1 oz lighter than the Colt, built tough, and lots of aftermarket goodies available). These are the most available and least expensive by $200-300. Trigger can be smoothed out from what I hear (or put 1000 rounds or so down range). Holsters, speed loaders, etc probably the easiest to find at fair prices.
So, lets hear it peoples!
Thanks for all the great info INGO (as always)! I decided to be budget minded and my LGS lowered the ask on this so I now onw my first (likely not last) wheel gun.View attachment 227379View attachment 227380
Very nice choice. Every collection should include at least one revolver.And the roll marks on the other side a pretty sedate.
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Especially heirloom revolvers. I have a couple that were my Uncle's before he passed. He had a S&W Model 29 no dash with the 6 1/2" barrel that went to a Son in Law. He bought it in the 70's after Dirty Harry came out. He would bring it deer hunting. It was always kept in great condition. I wonder how it looks now after going to the SIL. I have been trying to get it with no luck so far.Very nice choice. Every collection should include at least one revolver.
Hang in there. I bought the same Model 29 from a guy who bought it from my brother. My brother asked me for years if I would sell it to him. It took about 20 years for me to realize the rightful owner of that gun was my brother.Especially heirloom revolvers. I have a couple that were my Uncle's before he passed. He had a S&W Model 29 no dash with the 6 1/2" barrel that went to a Son in Law. He bought it in the 70's after Dirty Harry came out. He would bring it deer hunting. It was always kept in great condition. I wonder how it looks now after going to the SIL. I have been trying to get it with no luck so far.
I completely agree. I have a S&W 66 snubnose; it was my first gun, purchased almost 30 years ago. I plan on passing it down to one of my kids or nephews.Especially heirloom revolvers. I have a couple that were my Uncle's before he passed. He had a S&W Model 29 no dash with the 6 1/2" barrel that went to a Son in Law. He bought it in the 70's after Dirty Harry came out. He would bring it deer hunting. It was always kept in great condition. I wonder how it looks now after going to the SIL. I have been trying to get it with no luck so far.
Correct as far as everything I have heard. I do like to shoot my "K" frames and shoot 158gr full power rounds and have had no problems. Just the 110/125 gr rounds seem to be the problem. Jim.Sorry, but if the S&W K-frame handled 357 without problems S&W never would have made their L-frame revolvers; stay away from K-frames in 357 the forcing cone will crack after firing a thousand or so 125 grain defense loads.
A J-frame handles 357 much better than the K-frames, despite the greater recoil and heavier trigger; and is lighter and smaller for concealed carry.