bratgirllcp
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Colt Python
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After reading up on them, Dan Wesson with 8", 6" and 4" barrels
357 is the only cartridge there for big game hunting (Deer plus) I need a long barrel to get a longer sight radius and reach out 50 yards.
But I want a shorter barrel for normally walking around and self defense.
You need to consider the use.
If there are the ONLY 3 firearms you have, as the only centerfire, the .357 is both self defense, and putting meat on the table.
The Dan Wesson Pistol pack gives you short barrel for self defense and a long barrel for hunting.
The self defense is why I would not want a single action.
And while I love the Python, I would go with something that is fine with a steady diet of full charge rounds.
I would also go with something in stainless for long term life.
While I tend to be a Colt guy, a S&W 66 would probably my choice after the Dan Wesson
Dan Wesson definitely makes a nice pistol, but if you wanted something that was really hella strong enough to take whatever load you wanted to put through it, it would be tough to beat an old S&W Model 27. They have a very slick action, a superb trigger, and it's made on the N frame - the same frame they use for the Model 57 and 29 in 41 and 44 Magnum, respectively. (Some would argue that the N frame was a bit too light for the 44, but it's more than enough for a 357.)
IIRC, the Model 66 is the modern version of the Model 19, right? My Dad LOVED the Model 19 - he thought it was a slick pistol, good balance, good weight, slick action. Some might think that the Model 19 might be bit light - isn't that on the K frame? The 586/686 on the L frame might be a better choice if you wanted to shoot heavy hunting loads too.
It's all academic and conjecture of course. For those who argue that the lighter frames can't handle it, I have a bunch of stout 357 hand loads of my Dad's that I know he shot through his Model 19.
Two of the reasons people favor the Rugers for sustained firing of .357s is because 1) they have solid frames, and 2) they are easy to take apart and put back together. I don't recall whether the Dan Wesson had a solid frame or not, but they were definitely strong kiss ass revolvers. I didn't particularly like them because they were too heavy, and most of the ones I saw had underlugs; however, even those that didn't were too heavy, though the bluing was superb.Dan Wesson definitely makes a nice pistol, but if you wanted something that was really hella strong enough to take whatever load you wanted to put through it, it would be tough to beat an old S&W Model 27. They have a very slick action, a superb trigger, and it's made on the N frame - the same frame they use for the Model 57 and 29 in 41 and 44 Magnum, respectively. (Some would argue that the N frame was a bit too light for the 44, but it's more than enough for a 357.)
He should have tried the Ruger Security-Six, though he was absolutely right. I've never seen a 66 for sale in any store or pawn shop. And I've never seen a 19, either. It was a slick .357, especially with recessed cylinders and a stamped sideplate. Slick. Good word.IIRC, the Model 66 is the modern version of the Model 19, right? My Dad LOVED the Model 19 - he thought it was a slick pistol, good balance, good weight, slick action. Some might think that the Model 19 might be bit light - isn't that on the K frame? The 586/686 on the L frame might be a better choice if you wanted to shoot heavy hunting loads too.
If he used heavier bullets, it's probably still in use.It's all academic and conjecture of course. For those who argue that the lighter frames can't handle it, I have a bunch of stout 357 hand loads of my Dad's that I know he shot through his Model 19.
IIRC, the Model 66 is the modern version of the Model 19, right? My Dad LOVED the Model 19 - he thought it was a slick pistol, good balance, good weight, slick action. Some might think that the Model 19 might be bit light - isn't that on the K frame?
A stainless steel variant of the Model 19, the Smith & Wesson Model 66, was introduced in 1971.
You're killing me with the old Dan Wesson revolver comments. My pop had his FFL back in the early 80's and obtained a three barrel .357 DW for my best friend. I shot the gun back in the day and don't remember it's characteristics, but having three pipe lengths to choose from is nice. He still has the gun all these years later. i keep telling him that if he ever wants to get rid of it, he should give me a call.
I stumbled into an LGS recently and they had the DW with all three barrels available for sale. Everything was there. What to do? All I need is another gun...
I would be quite content and comfortable using my Blackhawk in a defensive role. CC is not required in the scenario described, so a belt holster would work just fine.
It is not about CC, it is about rate of fire and speed of reload.
But...but....RICK GRIMES!!!!!!!!!Who/what are you repelling? If its ravaging hoards, neither will win the day. 10, 30, or 100 people rushing you, you're gonna die if only armed with either.
Rate of ACCURATE fire is probably not much different. Speed loading? OP didn't indicate speedloaders were left with the gun, so while the DA wins, it's not by a whole lot without pre-loaded speedloaders.
Look, your choice is your choice, mine is mine. Both will work just fine if we're fluent in their use. I am confident in the SA. Hoping never to be stuck in such a situation at all.
I thought John Wayne did fine with revolver?
Rooster Cogburn did pretty well with a Single Action Army and a Winchester on horseback against Lucky Ned Pepper and his buddies. It still took LaBouef to finish off Ned with a Sharps so the metaphor is not perfect.
Nothing like a S&W .357 L frame.S&W 686 Plus w/ 4" barrel
Knives - Really any Spyderco w/ 6" blade.