Recently I traded by 627 Pro Series for a 66-6 F Comp.
The Pro Series is highly functional - handles 8 rounds of moon clipped .357 magnum, and when equipped with the Hi-Viz green fiber front sight along with its recessed muzzle, it is remarkable accurate out to long distances. Here's a photo:
Someone traded me for a 66-6 F Comp, my first K-Frame, my first PC, and in my unprofessional opinion, the best revolver I've ever handled. Here's a photo:
The action is very crisp, the accuracy is decent considering a 3" barrel (combat accuracy at 15 yards with double action only is a breeze), but the best part is how the gun feels when igniting a 158 gr. .357 magnum round. Almost nothing at all. The muzzle flip seems to be less than 2" and all of the recoil is sent straight back in a very manageable way. I realize that the ported barrel loses some velocity, but it's worth it for me. I've never been able to project that kind of power without it turning into a wrestling match.
In addition to the functional elements, this revolver is just plain beautiful. There is a balance between the 6-shot cylinder and 3" barrel that doesn't exist in the short-barreled N-frames. Every detail just seems perfect - except of course for the IL.
After sending 50 rounds downrange today, I've come to a "life moment" conclusion - this is the absolute best revolver, at least for where my head is right now.
Now I'm struggling with another problem - is it wrong for me to want a 586 L-Comp so that my 66 F Comp won't get lonely?
The Pro Series is highly functional - handles 8 rounds of moon clipped .357 magnum, and when equipped with the Hi-Viz green fiber front sight along with its recessed muzzle, it is remarkable accurate out to long distances. Here's a photo:
Someone traded me for a 66-6 F Comp, my first K-Frame, my first PC, and in my unprofessional opinion, the best revolver I've ever handled. Here's a photo:
The action is very crisp, the accuracy is decent considering a 3" barrel (combat accuracy at 15 yards with double action only is a breeze), but the best part is how the gun feels when igniting a 158 gr. .357 magnum round. Almost nothing at all. The muzzle flip seems to be less than 2" and all of the recoil is sent straight back in a very manageable way. I realize that the ported barrel loses some velocity, but it's worth it for me. I've never been able to project that kind of power without it turning into a wrestling match.
In addition to the functional elements, this revolver is just plain beautiful. There is a balance between the 6-shot cylinder and 3" barrel that doesn't exist in the short-barreled N-frames. Every detail just seems perfect - except of course for the IL.
After sending 50 rounds downrange today, I've come to a "life moment" conclusion - this is the absolute best revolver, at least for where my head is right now.
Now I'm struggling with another problem - is it wrong for me to want a 586 L-Comp so that my 66 F Comp won't get lonely?
