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Old 02-02-2014, 11:19 PM
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So I like the older colt python 2 1/2 pistols...what did or does s&w make thats the same size compared ...in 357 and adjustable rear sights ????
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S&W's L-frames would be closest in size, the 586/686 in .357 Mag.
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I say. Buy a 27 3.5 and never look back.
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Old 02-02-2014, 11:29 PM
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The model 19
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Old 02-02-2014, 11:37 PM
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Here here to the 2 1/2 model 19. And with the right holster- very concealable.
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You guys are voting for what S&Ws you like but not answering the man's question, and possibly confusing him. He wants to know what S&W model(s) is closest to his 2.5" Python in size in .357 Magnum and the answer is the 2.5" 586 or 686.

The 27 is quite a bit larger than the Python and K-frames are that much smaller.
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The Python was built on what was the.41 frame, and the S&W L frame is closest in size to it, and both can use many of the same holsters where as a k frame holster is initially very tight for both.....and an L frame is an improvement over the k frame magnum fwiw, and it's "Distinguished"...... :->

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You guys are voting for what S&Ws you like but not answering the man's question, and possibly confusing him. He wants to know what S&W model(s) is closest to his 2.5" Python in size in .357 Magnum and the answer is the 2.5" 586 or 686.

The 27 is quite a bit larger than the Python and K-frames are that much smaller.
Tom. Agreed. I own a 4 inch python and yes a tad smaller than the 27 3.5 in weight. I feel it's much bigger than a 686 in my hand anyways. So I have to agree with half. The 586 would most resemble the python. A 586 2.5 inch although rare would be a perfect comparison.



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I think the big vented rib on the Python barrel makes it look bigger (and possibly feel a bit heavier up front) than an L-frame but the actual frame sizes are very close.

Here's a photo I found on Google:

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How about a combat Magnum 357 ??
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that became the model nineteen.
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In size, the L frame 586-686 is a very close match to the Python.
In quality, the Model 27 (that is a direct line descendant of the original .357 Magnum) is the flagship for S&W. It's counterpart from Colt is the Python.
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In the 6 inch comparison, the 586 is slightly heavier than the Python.

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In the 6 inch comparison, the 586 is slightly heavier than the Python.
But WAY better looking.
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Way better looking! I don't think so. I like my 586 but my Python is the better looking gun.
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Way better looking! I don't think so. I like my 586 but my Python is the better looking gun.
Naw...that silly looking vent rib coupled with a small bore hole in the end make it look awkward to me. Pretty blue though.
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I love the Python.

That doesn't mean I'd sell my 586 for all the tea in China, though.
L frames are sweet shooters, and affordable.

The reason the L frames are called "Distinguished Combat Magnum" is because you can still distinguish (feel) your hands after shooting a couple of boxes of full power .357 ammo through them.
As opposed to the K frame .357s which aren't exactly heaps of fun to shoot with hot magnum ammo.

Not really, but that's MY reason.
As much as I love my 66-1, my 586 is a much more fun remote-control drill (Sorry, Mas, I ripped off your term) for shooting magnums.

The L frame .357s are a joy to shoot.
I need a 6" 586 to keep the 4" company.
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Closest SMITH and Wesson is the L frame. However, if you are interested in a used gun try and handle a Dan Wesson 15/715 .357 magnum with the 2 1/2 in barrel installed. Prices are usually reasonable and the action and accuracy are both excellent. I have a hard time adjusting to the front cylinder latch but that is the only thing I ever found to be an issue. Generally speaking, a Python, L frame and DW will all fit the same generic holster.
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Here's some photos of my 2.5" nickel Python beside a 2.5" 686 (combat grips), then a 2.5" 66 (magna grips) and finally for size comparison of an N frame, a 3" 625 (in 45acp).

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Old 02-05-2014, 01:34 AM
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Definitely don't overlook Dan Wessons.
Fantastic revolvers.
As a kid, I thought they were ugly.
Then, I shot one.
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