Glenn54
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I like the way vent ribs look and realize it may make cleaning a little harder. Other than this, what other pros and cons are there? Thanks.
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Vent rib - Pros and Cons?
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In theory they dissipate heat and reduce the mirage you have to deal with while shooting. I don't see much in the way of cons other than perhaps increased weight, but that would be minimal and they look cool 
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Pros: Looks super rad.
Cons: Who cares, looks super rad!
This is a little bit of speculation, but it looks to me like the vented rib on revolvers was popularized in the Colt Python. Which is essentially just a production version of a King Super Target.
The original King Super Targets were an upgrade. The vented rib wasn't to look good, it was a necessity for fitting the rib to guns with tapered barrels economically.
Cons: Who cares, looks super rad!
This is a little bit of speculation, but it looks to me like the vented rib on revolvers was popularized in the Colt Python. Which is essentially just a production version of a King Super Target.
The original King Super Targets were an upgrade. The vented rib wasn't to look good, it was a necessity for fitting the rib to guns with tapered barrels economically.
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The King super rib is a big hit anytime I bring it to the range.
Some think its a copy of the python until I explain how old my Kings really are
Only downside I would guess of is that ribbed guns might be more holster specific ?
Some think its a copy of the python until I explain how old my Kings really are
Only downside I would guess of is that ribbed guns might be more holster specific ?
Rpg
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They look cool.
In some shotguns, the vent rib with the stock both contributed to a more upright stance and better shooting for some.
In some shotguns, the vent rib with the stock both contributed to a more upright stance and better shooting for some.
Kinda hard to appendix carry your Python wearing Angel Flights; however, you’ll likely be the most popular guy at the disco.
SnidelyWhiplash
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Practically…vent ribs add little or nothing. Aesthetically…they look bad a$$. It also depends on the gun…on a Python it’s iconic. On some it’s an abomination.
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Strictly personal preference as far as I can tell. I had two Pythons for many years. I seldom shoot anything but Bullseye style and could never see any advantage whatsoever over a plain barrel. But a vent rib hurts nothing if you like a vent rib.
All this vent rib talk has got me all wound up
My 6" Ruger Security Six with a Marble's rib on it. I think it looks pretty cool. Has Mustang grips. Found the rib NIB old stock on Ebay a couple of years ago.
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Lou_the_welder
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The 686 PC vented rib is one of my favourite 686' to shoot. I don't think cleaning them is any harder than any other models. There's alot of pros and little cons , for me.
Pros: They look Awesome
Cons: It is hard to find Smith & Wessons with Vent Ribs
Cons: It is hard to find Smith & Wessons with Vent Ribs
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pro: gives you a feature to attach scope mounts to.
Was thinking specifically of the Dan Wessons….nice SuperMag btw.
Con: extra machining cost
Was thinking specifically of the Dan Wessons….nice SuperMag btw.
Con: extra machining cost
Con: 1 They never made a factory..... Smolt or Smython
2 They only come on Colts!
2 They only come on Colts!
And Smiths & Wessons, and Korths, and BFRs, and NAAs, and Taurus', and Dan Wessons, and Chiappas, and Rugers, and ... anybody knows a couple more?
Green Frog
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Another “Pro”, the rib raises the effective top surface of the barrel, so the front blade, necessarily taller than one for non adjustable sights, doesn’t have to be so exposed. With no rib, those front blade look like a shark fin or even a sail.
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Please don't use them to mount a scope. They can bend under the recoil. Do it right!
The 686 PC vented rib is one of my favourite 686' to shoot. I don't think cleaning them is any harder than any other models. There's alot of pros and little cons , for me.
Lou, I never knew such a thing even existed. Looks Cool to me!
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