I think I want a revolver...

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I think I've been watching 'The Walking Dead' too much lately, but I have found a sudden urge to get a revolver.

That, and the last time I was at the TSE, I borrowed a .44mag revolver and had a fantastic time.....for all of 12 shots @ $24...ouch!

Anyways - what do I need to know when looking at revolvers, and what do you recommend?

My current hand-held stable is small - just a Sig P226 Elite SS and a Snake Slayer IV. I guess I have a thing for Rosewood grips + stainless steel.

Thanks! :D

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Generally, Ruger revolver triggers are not quite as good as S&W sixguns right out of the box. I would avoid any Colt sixgun, only because repair facilities for these wonderful pieces just are too rare in Canada. Ditto for the heavy but accurate Dan Wesson revolvers. There are at least three S&W repair shops here. Rugers as a rule, are super strong & super big. (a bit much too big IMHO, just like the Dan Wessons)
I own many revolvers, but most are S&W.
Model 64-3 and a Heavy Duty, both in 38, one Model 624, a 629 both 44s, a Model 1937, and a Model 25-2 (both of these in 45 ACP)
Out of all of these, I would say for your first sixgun get yourself a stainless steel, S&W DX Classic Model 629, preferably the 5inch variant, or settle for a 6inch variant as a second choice. Set yourself up to handload lots of 44 special, and some 44 magnum on occassion.

The cheapest to shoot factory ammo, would be a 22 followed by a 38.
But realistically, most centrefire handgun shooters eventually get into reloading purely to alay costs. If not, you are either too rich, or you will not shoot often enough to become proficient with it.

Cheers!
 
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If you hand load, I'd recommend a 44Mag. From powderpuff loads to shake the house rounds and everything in-between. It's also an affordable round to reload, lots of readily avaiable supplies. I can load a round for around 12 cents :)

As for brands, S&W has nicer triggers and are great for regular loadings. For heavy lifting, go Ruger. A Super Redhawk or Super Blackhawk for SA are just this side of bombproof.

You also forgot to mention another wonderful thing about revolvers, no more chasing brass around the range :D
 
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Whichever revolver you get, I would recommend that it was in 357magnum calibre; that way, you can shoot whatever 38/357 mag ammo that you come across in it. Gives you lots of options.
 
S&W 686 stainless in.357mag. I wasn't a wheel gun fan till I bought this. This gun changed my mind. I only bought it cause it was a steal of a deal and wanted something with a bit more bang but that the wife could shoot with lighter loads. now I love it's feel and accuracy.
 
Wheelguns are real guns, too! These are mine:

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S&W Model 29 (no dash number) .44 Mangum
K-38 Masterpiece (pre-Model 14) .38 Special
K-22 Masterpiece (pre-Model 17) .22 LR

I definitely prefer S&Ws, but Ruger's offering of 4.2" barrels for the GP100 and Redhawk is really appealing.
 
An IPSC shooter i know bought a S & W 610 which shoots 40S&W, which he is already reloading for. I think he's having a love affair with it!
 
My early christmas present was an SW mod 13-2 in 357/38. I originally wanted a .44 mag as well but settled on the 357 and can't say I regret it. It is a step up from the 9mm, a considerable step up. It is also cheaper than 44 and if you want to just target shoot 38 isn't much more than 9 and about the same recoil/power. Then when you want to step it up the magnum does so.

I must say SW revolvers have someof the nicest triggers on any handgun I have shot. Ruger makes a tank of a revolver but they lack finese. That being said I love my ruger p89 but the trigger for the first 2000 rounds is rough. Now it is smooth as silk but still have .5" of travel. THe SW in single action is crisp, light and makes for a very accurate pistol.
 
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Whichever revolver you get, I would recommend that it was in 357magnum calibre; that way, you can shoot whatever 38/357 mag ammo that you come across in it. Gives you lots of options.
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I'll drink to that. S&W has a number of choices including the Performance Center 627 V-comp which was what I chose. I'm sure there are not too many handguns that can match its accuracy. Besides that it is very pleasant to shoot even with .357 full loads. I shoot with .38 Hollow Base Wad Cutters for outstanding accuracy. It's also no hard to look at:) Here it is in two sets of clothes:

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