BEST 357 REVOLVER?

Well it depends on what you want it for. If you want to shoot targets or hunt with it, a longer barrelled heavy gun like the Model 27 would be better. Heavy guns absorb recoil better and are more fun to shoot. If you plan to carry it for self protection, a lighter gun with a 4 inch barrel would be better. The heavier the gun, the harder it is to carry; even with a good holster. However, lightweight guns are less pleasent to shoot because of increased recoil.
I found out that there are some guns designed to shoot alot but carry a little, while others are designed to carry alot but shoot a little.
The model 686 is a popular model available with long barrels for accuracy shooting or short barrels for concealment. The 4" version would be a decent carry gun. For lighter weight, consider the model 620.
 
Best all around .357 IMO is the 4" 686. Great for the range, perfect for home defense, and still can be carried if necessary.
 
Best all around is the Model 19/66 with the 2.5" barrel. A very close second, in fact, virtually a tie, is the Model 13/65 with the 3" tube. Either is the "perfect packin' pistol" as gunwriter John Taffin is so fond of saying. Not too much weight, but has six shot capability. The 19/66 has adjustable sights and a shrouded ejector rod, and the 13/65 has fixed sights with an unshrouded rod. Can't go wrong with either one, and either is as valuable as the other.
 
Camster said:
I can't let this go beyond seven responses without suggesting the Model 27.
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I am with Camster. A model 27 or 28 will shoot 357s as well or better than any L frame. I have a 28 and a 686 and I still prefer the 28. The N frame model 27/28 were overbuilt for a 357 round.
 
The MOST used revolvers that I own are three inch K and L frames pre lock revolvers. If I was pushed to pick one it would be a three inch model 686 CS-1. There is just not much that I CAN'T do with it.
 
I would say a 686...the barrel length would be a matter of personal taste. If i could only have one and i carried...which i do...it would be a 2.5. If i didnt carry, it would be a 4 inch
 
The best, for me, is 3" M66. :D

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A 4" 686 would be a very good candidate for the uses you mentioned. Good barrel length and weight for general shooting and for keeping around the house.
 
Well, as others have mentioned you did not say what you needed it for but I'll chime in. If I had to have only one it would be my 19. I could just sit around all day and just look at it. :rolleyes: (I'd rather shoot .38 for fun anyway.)
If my life was going to depend on it (for food or defense) I'd keep my 686.
 
Maybe its just me, but the N frame .357s have always seemed like full size trucks with six cylinder engines! All kidding aside, you would have to shoot a .357 in all of the frame sizes to see what YOU like...blonds vs. brunettes ya know
 
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