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357 magnum regaining in popularity??
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I love em...have a few with my most recent being the M627 eight shot "bloodwork" gun from the performance center
Edmo
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I would guess the 357 Magnum round is holding its own, but will never be as popular as back when revolvers were in every LEO holster.
Although we forum members love our revolvers and many of us carry one from time to time, the GLOCK striker fired design and all of the GLOCK want-to-be clones out there have long ago won the revolver vs auto war.
I own eight GLOCKs and if told I could only keep one handgun it would be one of my GLOCK 19s. Yup, it would be a sad day, but my practical side would win out and all of my revolvers and 1911s would have to go!
Today there is an auto in 99.9% of every LEO holster and most are striker fired plastic framed guns. Almost all of the new shooters out there want a high capacity auto because they give great reliability, shoot-ability, and high capacity... Just like their local LEOs have and just like their favorite movie actor carries. For all of us old grumpy guys the perfect handgun was a S&W 19 or some variation on that theme chambered in 38 Special or likely 357 Magnum. Now the go-to caliber is 9mm or 40 S&W.
So, is the 357 becoming more popular today? No... Is is still popular with those of us who understand the round's capability and versatility? You bet!
From self defense applications to fun range work and on the hiking trails or hunting fields, the 357 shines with few equals. However, don't expect it to increase in popularity, but likewise don't expect it to go away anytime soon. I've still got reloading dies and lots of 2400 powder on the shelf, so I'll be shooting it for a few more years.
Sorry for the ramble... Just one man's opinion...
Edmo
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Maybe I'm seeing the demand and sales increasing. Has the plastic auto had there hayday and the auto guys are looking at revolvers now? Even here the talk about the 357 magnum has increased. Maybe the 357 has been on the back burner on someone's list of wants. But I'm happy to see this caliber talked about and In the lime light were it belongs.
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I know they aren't as popular as the plastic fantastic but I don't see many gun stores that have a 686 or GP100 that set around long.
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I lost my three .357's in an ice fishing accident. Until recently, .357 ammo was hard to find. Plus I liked the convenient of shooting .38's.
I lost my three .357's in an ice fishing accident. Until recently, .357 ammo was hard to find. Plus I liked the convenient of shooting .38's.
10mmauto
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Yes, it's a pull through. It's an Alessi from years ago.
Tom_R
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Glock19 is a terrific weapon. I don't own one, but my buddy has a few, and I shoot it as well as I shoot anything.
But the reality is that there is no universal right or wrong answer, I think ultimately it is what is right for you. Having a Glock, a Sig, a Smith, a Beretta or a Dan Wesson are all choices that could work.
I love the high capacity capability of my Sig P226, and your Glock 19. I also love the capability and versatility of my Magnum revolvers.
You can't go wrong.
G.T. Smith
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Very nice!
peace,
Gordon
here is another Alessi that I sometimes use for my 4" 65. I like it a lot.
peace,
Gordon
I have two answers to two "long outstanding" questions:
1) Q: What is the best Bible? A: The one you "read".
2) Q: What is the best gun? A: The one you "carry and shoot".
Well, it's not a S&W, granted, but there IS the Coonan .357 Classic for those who want a semi-auto 1911 pattern pistol AND in .357 Magnum... Wouldn't mind having one myself, along with a .357Mag revolver of one model or the other. Never heard of a plastic pistol variant in .357 magnum, but it wouldn't surprise me eventually if someone brings one to market.
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Tom_R
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I have two answers to two "long outstanding" questions:
1) Q: What is the best Bible? A: The one you "read".
2) Q: What is the best gun? A: The one you "carry and shoot".
Exactly - I am 5'10, 220lbs, muscular yet still a little too heavy, despite all my best efforts. I will be able to inherently carry a gun that is heavier and not have it bother me, yet I have to carry OWB, as my sides are not conducive to IWB.
So just based on that, what is right for me, is not right for someone totally different.
Some people with thinner frames hate carrying OWB because they feel like their 1911 or revolver will capsize them, so they have to carry IWB.
And there are a host of other factors.
The good news is that there are so many flavors of truly outstanding choices, there is literally something for everyone.
at_liberty
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Note that "Magnum" implies S&W Magnum. There is the .327 Federal Magnum and the 32 H&R Magnum. Just sayin'.
lhump1961
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I didn't read every post in this thread so forgive me if I repeat another opinion.
The last few years has seen a rise in handgun ownership as we all know. First time gun owners are going to buy what the salesman tells them is good or what they "hear" is a good gun. That's fine and I welcome the new generation of owners to the sport.
But, as these new owners get more familiar with the great variety of guns available and want to expand their enjoyment they will discover there's more than just a Glock or an M&P, ect. That's when the 1911's, TDA's of all kinds and other stuff, of course including the revolver, come into the picture. So perhaps there is a little evolution involved. JMHO.
Whatever all the factors I'm glad the revolver gets it's due recognition from the current generation...particularly the .357 as it's my favorite caliber.
The last few years has seen a rise in handgun ownership as we all know. First time gun owners are going to buy what the salesman tells them is good or what they "hear" is a good gun. That's fine and I welcome the new generation of owners to the sport.
But, as these new owners get more familiar with the great variety of guns available and want to expand their enjoyment they will discover there's more than just a Glock or an M&P, ect. That's when the 1911's, TDA's of all kinds and other stuff, of course including the revolver, come into the picture. So perhaps there is a little evolution involved. JMHO.
Whatever all the factors I'm glad the revolver gets it's due recognition from the current generation...particularly the .357 as it's my favorite caliber.
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Don't forget the 44 Remington magnum.. which was my first "magnum"..
And the 22 Winchester magnum.. and I'm sure others..
shil
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............... and in lovely polished blue steel!
shil
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Mine was. It was a 4" Model 19!
