Internal construction can differ depending on the type of bullet and purpose. Nothing else came close. What about the S&W 686? The 2nd cylinder is for 9-mm. Subscribe to Pew Pew Tactical's sales and deals email. By the way, whats wrong with the Taurus? It drove the market price up about $200 over the last Python they released, but maybe we can chalk that up to inflation. I shoot .38 +P ammo for practice. Then you are obligated to consider all the magnum revolvers in and out of production. Drew Gull on December 28, 2021 at 10:06 pm Copyright 2023 Pew Pew Media, Inc. All rights reserved. Currently own a GP100 6 Stainless with a 9lb hammer and 10lb return spring and I polished all internals and its as smooth as mayonnaise its a 6lb 7oz double action pull. There are a ton of revolver models floating around the market, and most are solid. The GP 100 is a work of art. Think big Magnaports and alot of fun lol. Check Sturm, Ruger & Co.'s website for GP100 serial number dates that indicate S/N 170-00001 (1st Issue) was first "shipped" in 1986. I prefer the 4-inch underlug barrel, adjustable rear sight, and ramp front sight. We'll send you the latest guides and training tips geared any review giving is a matter of opinion of the person giving it. If you are referring to police work they all are obsolete. Hand-Picked Daily GUN DEALS, and Exclusive Coupons Codes >>>. NIce article, and nice to see that my "low budget" According to the S&W web site, "Today's K-Frame is available in .22 LR, .357 Magnum and .38 S&W Special." Ruger also manufactures .357 Magnum revolvers, including the Blackhawk and the Vaquero. All are fantastic revolvers that are fun to shoot and can handle anything you put through them. You feature the Manurhin as a high-end revolver and omit the Korth/Night Hawk in your discussion-review of .357's. Absolutely no complaints or problems. Standard markings, with serrated ramp front and adjustable rear sight. its all subjective and opinions we all have them just like a holes. He brings almost three decades of experience in law enforcement and shooting instruction to the table and that experience shines through in everything he does. Not much was mentioned about it in your article. Have one in pristine condition and shoots like a dream. The cylinder design is great. All the Revolvers you listed are excellent but you left out one of the best 357 Mag. Small frame revolvers usually weigh between 12 ounces and 2 pounds when empty. Case in point, the Ruger GP-100, an outstanding range gun. I dont have anything else but I think thats enough to get it done. Jerry R. Parris July 15, 2017 Its bare-bones design and easy-to-use mechanism make it perfect for beginners. So work of art for a operating gun not a collector that sits and never ever will it get packed ! My 2nd revolver was a Rhino. The L-Frame was designed to correct the weaknesses of the smaller, lighter K-Frame with a thicker top strap and heavier forcing cone, while keeping the grip the same size. you a link to reset your password. I am experienced shooter. It is not in S&W or Ruger league or prestige but for basic day to day practicality on the street or bedside I'd put it up against anything, really. Don't quit reading, just try shooting the latest Taurus out. Hey all. That was the last thing I heard for the rest of the day. Ive had a S&W Mod.19 for roughly 35yrs. 1. You'll now receive newsletters of our best articles on techniques, I have the Ruger New model Blackhawk convertible in a 357 magnum, 6.50 in barrel. Nope, y'all missed this one.The S&W 66-2 is the Finest .357 Revolver. Great series! But many reviewers pass over the facts that the earlier Security-Six also was incredibly sturdy, plus it was lighter. I still enjoy my Ruger GP100 after a decade of use, and shooting my newest addition, the Colt Cobra (even though it isn't a magnum). I target shoot with my 4" Featuring an 8-shot cylinder and a factory-tuned action, this revolver is hard to beat. It is such a pleasure to shoot I have no problems dumping 200 rounds through 'er during a range session. I haven't dealt with those yet though! Both great guns but Ruger holds the edge. It shoots both .38. is a great cartridge. Left my pinky hanging off the end. The SP-101 isa 5-shot DA/SA .357 Magnum available in stainless steel or blued finishes. While these guns are powerful, their large size and heavy weight make them harder to conceal. Shop G10 revolver grips from popular brands including Smith & Wesson, Colt, Kimber, Ruger, and Taurus. If a Python was put through heavy use, they were known to go "out of time." Python amazing gun ! I too have been a big fan of Taurus. I know nobody likes to mention the "t" word, but honestly, Taurus has really stepped up their game, and more importantly, their quality control over the past couple years. Ruger GP100 compared to a Colt Python!!! I own 3 of them(One happens to be an "Ashland"). Developed for use by French police and Special Weapons and Tactics units and fielded by the French GIGN, the accuracy and durability of this revolver are legendary. The round is based on the earlier Smith & Wesson .38 Special cartridge and was first designed with a 158-grain semi-jacketed soft point (flat) bullet. Their prices are still reasonable, but they are starting to climb, as the name start to get respected again. and has been a faithful sidearm with no complaints. The Smith is the 4" 586 (the blued version of the 686). I have the Taurus 357. Colt Python. These happen to be some of our favorites. The Ruger is HD, the Kimber camping and trail. Introduced in 1955, the Python was labeled by Colt as a "premium revolver." It competed directly with Smith & Wesson's Model 29. sportsmans.com . "Back in the day," target loads using Bullseye powder were known to detonate in the case, instead of burning progressively. colt, dan wesson, smith and wesson, and ruger all would have . The balance is a bit different with more weight in the hand on a 27 vs out on the barrel with the 586/686, which have an under lug. I own S&w revolver, model 586-3 and i Shoot on competitions. (nickel 686) The '69 Python has a trigger designed to "stage" for target shooting. But man what a smooooth double action trigger. I have zero complaints about the Windicator. They have a snub nosed (2in) and full sized (6in) revolvers. I also owned a 3" SP101. Hi, just got the 357 Magnum bug. Gun Review: Pros and Cons of the 6 In. I believe the Ruger GP 100 would be a little too heavy for regular carry. Colt Python Vs Smith and Wesson 686 - Larry Reidy Colt Python Vs Smith and Wesson 686 Posted on April 20, 2021 by Larry Reidy | Posted in: Uncategorized Hickok45 has an excellent video on these two great revolvers. Currently, the 2020 Python is available in either 3-, 4.25-, or 6-inch configurations. Series. Beautiful to stare at and to shoot. It was popular with the public and used in the U.S. military from 1873 to 1892. Numerous times people have offered to buy it. The newer Model 627 is a beautiful handgun, but I like my Model 28 best. The best pistol is having both pistols. The Model 60 is a5-shot DA/SA stainless steel J frame revolver. Tested. First is for 357 mag & 38 sp. In terms of personal defense firearms: You can also order a 3 or 7-inch barrel if you prefer. The recoil is very mild. It's accurate and its heavy barrel retards the recoil, which can be sharp at times. 2020 Python vs S&W 686 hickok45 7.21M subscribers Subscribe 28K 1.6M views 2 years ago Comparing two similar revolvers, the 2020 Colt Python and the S&W Model 686. I mean absolutely no disrespect toward your decisions,heck I'd love to own a python,but as someone advising new people about the world of revolvers you might want to revisit the K frame models. (I also love my Henry .357 Carbine.). Our grips are made with our proprietary G-10 material in multiple . both good weapons.I have a 686 with a 4 barrels.I have had it close to 30 years,and still love it.Even today when I unlimber it at the range with full power a,MMO the range ,someone is bound to come up,and say Fixed that by replacing the original with a Hogue monogrip. i love my Trooper MK3..love my ugly ole glock 31/.357sig too.. If you have a S&W for example, you can look up on their website to see what frame you have and select that particular frame. It is a stainless-steel handgun and is in the "S&W", L-Frame Came with two 7 chamber cylinders. I disagree 8 shot sounds nice, but heavy and clunky so in practicality the 686+(7 shot) is much easier to carry not to mention the difference in price, the 627 just doesnt have enough to justify the cost difference over the 686+.. most forum readers tend to agree. . Thanks,Tad. Lucky to see light of day once a year. Depending on configuration, values have settled between $1,800 and $5,000 for clean examples as most of us hope that Colt will eventually reintroduce the ultimate snake gun. The 686 is a heavy duty gun and will take more heavy .357 rounds than the Python before it goes out of timing. The Python also has a ventilated top rib and a full underlug to protect the ejection rod. With heavy loads the low center of fire keeps you on target if you want a revolver with ease try one, Well you left out one of the sweetest 357mags, the new rino 3' 357mags. Colt . When we sent the gun to S&W for examination, detonation was their determination, likely due to a light handload. The S&W 627 Prois an 8-shot .357 Magnum DA/SA. The new 6-inch barrel Colt Python has an unloaded weight of 46-ounces and an overall length of 11.5-inches. guns & Personally, I feel they are more than a bit dangerous for beginners putting their fingers to far forward with the bottom round firing.. apologize for the length. Closest to the Taurus. Practice with light .357 Magnum ammunition to simulate heavier loads. Model 5033 Ruger Redhawk .357 Magnum: Top Pick. Get proficient on YOUR time. My favorite is the 686! Type your email address and well send I usually use the 4" or 6". Although extremely expensive, the MR73 is regarded by many as the finest .357 magnum revolver ever made. I have the Ruger SP-101 with the 2.25" inch barrel and the rubber grip with the finger grooves that gives you someplace to put your pinky finger. Printing is a challenge. Learn the 3 most popular shooting stances & more. Hands Down the best .357 Magnum Revolver is the Colt Python. Go to revolvers then type .357 magnum. The Smith & Wesson trigger is much more difficult to stage as it does not "stack" like the Python. Shop all of our G10 revolver grips; Colt Cobra, Kimber K6, Ruger SP101, Ruger GP100, S&W, Taurus Judge, and more. My 4, pre-lock 686-3. . Not good. My general impression at the time was that the Ruger was the most durable, the Smith had the best trigger (both out-of-the-box and with a little more work). Not wanting to blow big buck on one, I found mine at Academy for 429, so I went ahead and bought it.. I kinda like my Colt Lawman MK III with 2 in bbl and MK V with 4 in bbl. The one thing that I did notice was about 99% of the competitors used S&W revolvers, could be how easily it was to make a very nice trigger pull or because of the way the cylinder was unlocked for faster reloads. These revolvers weigh between 25 to 60 ounces empty. Colt King Cobra The reintroduction of Colt's famous Python revolver gets all the attention, but more recently there's been an interesting addition to the Colt's new generation double-action/single-action revolvers. The MR73 is the most exacting and high-end production revolver ever made. That is why I love this combination caliber. If one wants to put a "Super Tune" into both guns the Colt will have a lighter double action pull down around 6 pounds; single action will be somewhat lighter in the Smith. But not a lot of them in brush killing much. I was once at the firing range for our semi-monthly qualification, with a Colt-equipped sergeant in the la Continue Reading 83 8 H Allen Davis They are getting harder and harder to find as most people who have one will not part with it. & .357 . And I speak as an owner of both models (as well as Pythonsoriginals, not the remake). And though the recoil was a bit sharper, the gun was the ideal hunting, camping, hiking and fishing gun -- none of which could be said of the heavier, klunkier GP-100. I have 3 Dan Wessons in.22, .357, and .44 Magnum. I own the Ruger gp100 6inch..SW 586 4 inch..SW K-comp 19.. You were close with the Mod. I love my Chiappa Rhino. I have one, 6 inch barrel, don't shoot with my Dan Wesson that also has a 6 inch barrel. Over the years I've bought a number of firearms that I also do love, but the Dan Wesson I would never part with. Excellent price too. Flexibility and dead on accuracy in one package. Smith & Wessons lighter K frame Model 19 was released in 1957 developed to meet the special needs of law enforcement. Most of their models start at $3,000+, that just isn't reasonable for most people. Shes a beauty and she cooks! Mostly it's concealed but not totally. It's definitely my "funnest" gun, and bought purely for the "cool" factor. The 2.25-inch and 3-inch models offer synthetic black grips, front ramp sight, and fixed rear sight. Thanks for the rec, Colin! Trigger was good out of the box, after about 5,000 rounds it was outstanding! Effective. For target practice, I still recommend using .38 Special ammo to save money. 357 Magnum Revolvers do not have "Proven Stopping Power". What are your favorite models? Another advantageyou can choose to load this gun using an 8-round moon clip. Gotta love 357 in a good frame! The 158-grain semi-jacketed soft point bullet permits the quicker transfer of energy, which enables the bullet to do more damage. As an example, I do happen to like the earlier 6 shot 686s, but dont care much for the heavier 7 shooters. Clean and mean. The original Python is a fine revolver but had a reputation of being a little delicate, and a steady diet . 686+ 4 inch is the best overall revolver on the market right now, .357 Ruger Blackhawk long barrel, how does it rate among pistols. And when this article was written S&W were producing their new K frames that have been reinforced through the forcing cone area. it is indeed a great lil gun for the money. Steel is a little heavier, and better controls .357 Magnums recoil. Not the one manufactured in 2020. You probably also know it as the gun that won the West. Never had it not go BANG and cycle properly when shooting. I own a Taurus model 608 stainless 8 Shot .357 magnum 4 inch barrel. gear. 1,499.99 . It was done intentionally to prevent accidentally loading the .357 into a 38 special gun. We quickly go over what to look for in a wheelgun and our Best .357 Magnum Revolvers across different frame sizes & budgets. double-action pull than the Python. Very nice overview of the .357 magnum. It's also worth doing a trigger job to reduce the heavy and jerky pulls for both SA and DA. The 2.25-inch and 3-inch models offer synthetic black grips, front ramp sight, and fixed rear sight. Yeah the Smitty is one fine well crafted pistol, BUT my Danny will out shoot it all day long!!! Both triggers are comparable. I think the GP 100 is a better all-around gun. S&W Model 19 w/ 4" barrel, Pachmayr grips, and a sweet trigger job. Python 3" vs. Smith & Wesson . No, the case was made longer to prevent loading in a 38 special. IMO most owners of these 2020 models have never owned an original. The older gun I have probably killed 30 deer the slightly newer one probably 15 or 20. Also own a 4.2 SP101 polished in and out and springs. My first handgun was a Colt revolver (Trooper Mk III in .357) and it was a beefy piece. i wouldnt even consider a python over a smith and wesson. The action is super smooth. We already have an account registered for email address Not to mention, the gun is devilishly handsome. You can also shoot for extended time periods without feeling recoil discomfort. But if any of y'all out there got a long barrel 357 Smith I sure would like to find one. I definitely want to own a dan wesson one day. Colt revolver fanatics love to tout the Python but Colt walked away from that market years ago leaving S&W as the de facto standard. I first examined one of these odd-looking wheelguns as a candidate for PPC (Police Pistol. S&W 627 (when 7 shots are not enough) Ruger GP100 (the stronger and beefier S&W 686 PLUS' counterpart) Ruger Redhawk (the stronger and beefier S&W 627 counterpart) Taurus 692 (can shoot .357 . Shop hundreds of custom grip options to fit your style. Hey Jeremy, thanks for the reca Rhino is on my list of revolvers to try! Personalize your experience. Lets talk a little about the various frame sizes you can expect to see when shopping. NO!!! There are three revolvers types in this series Chiefs Special, original Bodyguard, and the Centennial. I can smack pop cans at 100 yards all day long. In other words, sure - a Bugatti is one of the pinnacles of cars. All 3 were extremely accurate and reliable. The .357 Magnum cartridge is a revolver round with a .357-inch bullet diameter. I had heard at one point that the Python's have the most moving parts of any revolver on the market which is one reason for their feel. cases were difficult to load with light loads in the early days due to *excessive* volume. You have to spend a ton more money to get a slightly better revolver! Love the way it handles. Colt's double-action revolvers reached near-mythical status among collectors when Pythons recently commanded as much as $8,000 during their peak demand. In 2003 Colts new ceo decided they weren't going to build "obsolete" handguns for the civilian market anymore, decommissioned the machining tools that forged the python, and decided to focus all their attention on AR platforms for government contracts. My kimber1911,45 ultra carry 2, &metro arms 1911 .45 hard chrome are too big for carrying ideally and my beretta 9mm is to. Blued, 6 chambers, 6" barrel. Weve got a dedicated section for the AR-15 here. Revolvers. Aside from being much more powerful, the .357 Magnum round also needed a 1/8-inch longer case to hold more gunpowder. Also comes with holster and 2 speed loaders Great gun in great condition. They would continue to make the 6 Python, in some number, all the way to 2006. My opinion. 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