MakeMyNight
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Build SAA type revolvers using leaf springs in the action, and chambered in calibers such as 38 special, 41 mag, 44 special.
I like the concept of an L framed 41! I am pretty certain that it would have to be a 5 shot, though. I would go a step further and request it have a 3" full lug barrel.
While I'm a fan of the 41 Magnum, & have three currently, I'm thinking a L-frame in 10mm Auto might be more justifiable to S&W?
I don't really know why the 10mm went in the N-frame anyway but it'd be even sweeter in a 2-3/4" barrel L-frame like on the M69.
And then if you wanted even more power from your L-frame 10mm Auto you could ream the chambers out to 10mm Magnum & go full blast.
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From my perspective, a .41 Magnum in a L frame would get tedious to shoot, there's just too much punch and the gun needs a heavier frame to make shooting it frequently an enjoyable experience. I know it (.41) might be easier to carry in a smaller frame, but I think 10mm is approaching as much as I'd want in that frame size. I have a 6" M57, and it goes to the range every time I do, it's fun to shoot and very accurate, but even in the N frame, my right hand thanks me when I put it up after 30 rounds or so.
Be interesting to know how much meat was left on the cylinder was.Compliments of David Clements......
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This is the correct answer, and I've done it.
Converted 686 (6-shot) to 10mm magnum. It's a little more power than .357 and all the power you want in that frame size.