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Old 11-17-2010, 11:35 AM
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If you're limiting your marksmanhip to .38 caliber, then the Model 14 is considered the paradigm of Smith's target revolvers. There are lots of used ones out there, and they're inherently accurate. Trigger jobs, tuning, and stocks replacement enhance the revolver's performance.

Personally, I would avoid a .357 magnum, since the extra bullet jump distance in the cylinder can contribute to inaccuracy. However, you can put .38 special loads in .357 magnum cases to avoid this.

However, you shouldn't limit yourself to only S&W. One of the best target revolvers out there is the Colt Officer's Match Model. It has a slightly larger frame, and it's the basis (I Frame) for the Colt Python.

The two revolvers have completely different lock-up styles, so you should look at both to see which suits your shooting style best.
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