Revolver

[scooterj]

A 4" S&W 586 is on my short list.

 

[mrmojo32]

Does anyone have any experience with .45 acp in a revolver?

Check this out:
http://www.smith-wesson.com/webapp/...57770_757767_757751_ProductDisplayErrorView_Y

What would the recoil be like compared to 38 special in a revolver? Also, how do the bullets not slide into the chamber because of their design?

 

[smith625]

Yes i do, i shoot the snot out of mine in uspsa. The recoil is relative to the size but very manageable. With a round nose bullet they load flawless.

 

[smith625]

To answer my opinion on a revo, for target and hunting a 686 in six inch is hard to beat, i own two. The action is great and they all shoot well.

 

[dantheman]

I'm really trying to like the GP100, but I can't. It's the fact that I can't easily reach the hammer with my thumb on my shooting hand. (

Why do you need to reach the hammer ? Seriously . If you're going to shoot single action , buy a single action revolver .

 

[mrmojo32]

Yes i do, i shoot the snot out of mine in uspsa. The recoil is relative to the size but very manageable. With a round nose bullet they load flawless.

I was more meaning that rim of the 45acp cartridge. Don't you have to have those 1/2 moon things for them to work in a revolver?

 

[dwr461]

1/2 moon clips work. But most people just use full moon clips. To the point where if you say moon clip or clip to a revolver shooter they automatically think of the 6 six versions. 1/2 moon clips are pretty rare because no one wants them. Why use 2 clips to reload when one is faster?

Dave

 

[JustinB]

Why do you need to reach the hammer ? Seriously . If you're going to shoot single action , buy a single action revolver .

Dont mean the thread jack but whats a good single action revolver for a noob like myself?

 

[dantheman]

Ruger , no question . Lot's of choices of caliber , barrel length , etc . Or Freedom Arms if you are budget minded .

 

[smith625]

Ruger , no question . Lot's of choices of caliber , barrel length , etc . Or Freedom Arms if you are budget minded .

This, Vaqueros are great and reasonably priced.

 

[mrmojo32]

Hammond Archery and Fishing says they can sell a S&W 686 6" Stainless for 740.00.

Yall think thats a good price?

 

[Hardballing]

Hammond Archery and Fishing says they can sell a S&W 686 6" Stainless for 740.00.

Yall think thats a good price?

NO.

You can get several varieties of PRELOCK 586's, 686's, in a variety of barrel length's from Cabela's (who are usually higher than giraffe nutts) for less than that including tax and shipping.

Consider that pre "Wondernines" (mid 1980's), revolvers RULED the roost as far as those outside the military who carried weapons for a living. There are millions of them available in pretty nice condition. All it takes is a little patience and ready cash. Check out your local pawnshops. These are usually great sources for used Smith and Colt revolvers. Also check gunbroker.com to get an idea for the pricing of the models you are seeking. Revolvers being currently out of favor is a REAL PLUS as far as pricing goes these days.

I prefer stainless because even a tad surface wear is easily buffed out like new. A 4" K or L frame (get L if you're gonna shoot a lot), or the Ruger GP100 is a perfect first revolver choice.

But the pricing you mentioned is WAY too high imo.

Hope this helps, and remember, "Wheelguns are the realguns" and "Realguns are round".

(hey, I own both, use lots of semi's, but first love for just enjoyable shooting is a good revolver for me, followed closely by a nicely tuned 1911).

 

[mrmojo32]

I under stand what your saying about finding one at a pawn shop but in your opinion what do you think a good price on a brand new in the box 686 - 6" stainless would be?

 

[scooterj]

Call a couple of the sponsors at the top of the page. Louque's and Nick's are both hard to beat.

 

[posse comatosis]

The .32 caliber 327 MAGNUM was purpose-designed for self defense. Optimum ballistics/concealment are with a three inch barrel. The Ruger SP101 is very high quality weapon and much cheaper than Smith's J-frame in this caliber. It's also going to be more shootable in terms of recoil and staying on target because of it's weight. It holds six rounds instead of five.

Most people diss this caliber, but it's state-of-the-art design for personal protection with a revolver.

Except for the slight reduction in expanded diameter, it's right there running with the long venerated Illinois State Police 9mm load of 115 grains @ 1300 fps. You can't hardly go wrong with that.

 

[JLouv]

Why do you need to reach the hammer ? Seriously . If you're going to shoot single action , buy a single action revolver .

I realized something in an earlier thread that may set me apart from a bunch of ya'll. I'm not a "collecter." I use firearms as a tool and I get the proper tool to do the job I want to do. So to answer your question with a single word: Options

I want to be able to shoot it every way I can...single action for precise shots and double action for the SHTF moment where lead needs to be hurled downrange quickly..either way, using only one hand....

 

[JBP55]

Hammond Archery and Fishing says they can sell a S&W 686 6" Stainless for 740.00.

Yall think thats a good price?

Yes, If that is the total cost after tax.

 

[Nomad.2nd]

I under stand what your saying about finding one at a pawn shop but in your opinion what do you think a good price on a brand new in the box 686 - 6" stainless would be?

Wouldn't want one b/c that would mean it would be current production....

and I'd rather a used.

Pawn shop in Covington has a 686 for $380 out the door. (used)

 

[bhp9mm]

You can find a good used 686 pre lock in the $400-$500 price range i would not buy a new one with the lock for $740.

 

[mrmojo32]

I have done a little bit of reading about post and pre lock Smith & Wessons. What do you guys really think about that. Are the pre models really that much more desireable?