Redundant handguns

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I went on a sort of buying spree since the handgun freeze announcement and I'm considering selling some of my guns that are of the same caliber and feel very similar (to me):

.44 mag:
Ruger Redhawk 7.5", S&W Model 29 6.5"

.357 mag:
Colt Python 6", S&W Model 686 8"

9mm:
Glock 17, Walther PDP

For each of these calibers, would you sell of one of the two, and if so, which one? I don't have any sentimental attachment to any of these.

Edit: I realize now that I might have given the impression of having only these. Nah, I also have a Beretta 92 LTT, FN 509 Compact, P320, P226, Shadow 2, M&P40, Colt DE, Ruger Vaquero 357, Desert Eagle 50AE, S&W 460. I think I've too many 9mm... I will only ever use the P320 and Shadow 2 for IPSC. For the rest, I wish I got .40 or 10mm semi-autos instead... Might as well make those 10 rounds count. Like I'd trade the Glock 17 for a Glock 20, I just can't find one anywhere right now.
 
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I would not sell any, but if I were to I would probably get rid of the one 44 and one 357. Aftermarket support, condition, value and intrensic value would be determining factors. I would keep both 9mm's .
 
Ruger Redhawk, 686 8" and Walther PDP.
I’d keep the Glock 17 because it’s the original Glock.
I’d keep the stainless Smith too and have a 6” barrel installed. Sell the 8” barrel.
 
For the .357s, if you want a showpiece, keep the Python. If you want a durable shooter, keep the 686 (actually sell *that* 686 and get one with a reasonable barrel length. I didn't know they made that model with an 8" barrel).

For the .44s, keep the Ruger if you want the more robust gun, keep the S&W if you want the better feeling gun.

Wouldn't hurt to keep both 9mms.
 
You definitely need a 1911 in .45, but good luck finding a worthy keeper now. Mucho denaro if you do.
 
I’d also consider the condition of the ones you’re willing to part with and future parts availability.
 
Ruger Redhawk, 686 8" and Walther PDP.
I’d keep the Glock 17 because it’s the original Glock.
I’d keep the stainless Smith too and have a 6” barrel installed. Sell the 8” barrel.

Ha I didn't consider a barrel swap. Do you think it would be extremely difficult to find one if and after the freeze gets implemented?
 
For the .44s, keep the Ruger if you want the more robust gun, keep the S&W if you want the better feeling gun.
Yeah... I love them both but I'm quite fond of the Model 29. Not because of that movie, but because it's such a beautiful piece and it's my only blued handgun. Tough choices
 
Thank you all for the replies. About a 1911 in .45, I got a Colt Government classic last year before all this craziness, glad I did too! My only .45 right now... I mused getting a HK mk 23 at some point, but at $3000+ now I think I'll pass =\
 
What if it was 1 guy 6 guns?

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Forget selling! Buy mags, parts & ammo... Get into reloading. Got a 22 or 2? When this crap goes through, things are going to dry up faster than they are right now. Trudy & his ministry of morons will probably close all avenues of sourcing anything related to handguns. Shops are going to eat it hard after this wave of panic buying is over & the new laws (O.I.C.'s) kick in. I wouldn't put it past these clowns to make reloading illegal or even more heavily regulated in the future. And I know everyone knows but: It has nothing to with public safety, only complete confiscation of previously taxed private property. Your gonna have to think outside the box if my predictions become reality...
 
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