Thread: SW 686 versus COLT Python?
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Old 01-07-2019, 06:20 PM
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I've never cared for the looks or handling characteristics of the Colt Python or the L-frame 357 revolvers. All are unnecessarily muzzle heavy. And I thought S&W's going with a full-lug barrel at the time was just a blatant ripoff of the Colt Python's looks, sans the ventilated rib.

To me, the N-frame was a far superior platform to the 586/686 L-frame for .357 Magnum usage. And the K-frame Magnums, though inferior in durability to the L-frame, have the L-frames beaten hands down in carry ability.

I know there are a lot of you who favor the L-frame. To each their own!
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