I'm kind of partial to shorter barrels, but do own all lengths.
Do you prefer the snub K frames over other lengths? UPDATE
- Thread starter Grimjaws
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Only have one j frame snubby:a 3” 36.
I prefer 4inch K frames best. I do have a 3inch M65 and a 2inch M10. The M10 is a favorite that used to sit in my nightstand but it has since been replaced by a FNS-9 with a light. It still goes to the range a fair bit. Something about the way a RB K frame with a Tyler T-grip fits my hand.
Well based on the current inventory of 19's/66's, all P&R, the nod would go to the 4 inchers, which there are 3, 2 of the 2 1/2", and 0 six inchers. Actually I like all of them and don't know if I could nail it down to one length as the clear winner.
78bagger
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I have a mod 10 snub that i used to carry until I went with a 442. For me, the K frame snub just seemed overly heavy, especially in a pocket. The J frames seem perfect for that purpose. For shooting, I like my Mod 19's and the rest to have 4" barrels. Easy to carry on the hip and easy shooting.
lawandorder
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Snubs=J frame, Ks=3 inch and Ns=4inch, that is my formula for perfection.
SuperMan
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Favorite two Ks are the 66 and 65 with 3" barrels...they just balance best for me...
The_Truth
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My snubby K frames are a 3" Model 13 and a true snubby Model 15. I still have a Model 64 snub NY-1 on my buy list. I tend to prefer snub nose revolvers. I don't own one with a barrel longer than 3". My small gathering of snubs includes:
651-1 snub
36 snub
13-3 3"
15-4 snub
29-3 3"
and a Taurus 445 snub nose 44spl for yardwork/heavy duty
I guess you could say I love snubbies
651-1 snub
36 snub
13-3 3"
15-4 snub
29-3 3"
and a Taurus 445 snub nose 44spl for yardwork/heavy duty
I guess you could say I love snubbies
I prefer the look and feel of the shorter barrels...My go-to carry revolver is a Model 15-2...
...Ben
...Ben
Gryff
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I like my 2-1/2" Model 66, but I LOVE my 3" Model 66. That full-length guide rod is just the perfect balance between functionality of a shorter barrel revolver, aesthetics, and feel in the hand.
SAFireman
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Twiki357
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I like the shorter barrels, but not so much the 2” barrels mainly because of the short ejector shaft.
I do love the 2.5” 3” and 3.5” barrels in any frame size, especially 3” J frames.
I even have a 3.5” pre-model 15. Not factory, but for some unknown reason, a previous owner chopped a ½” off the barrel.
I do love the 2.5” 3” and 3.5” barrels in any frame size, especially 3” J frames.
I even have a 3.5” pre-model 15. Not factory, but for some unknown reason, a previous owner chopped a ½” off the barrel.
Lilly
Member
I really prefer a 5" barrel in a revolver. The balance is just right for me. But it matters not if I need to hit a man-sized target, close or far, I can.
From two feet to 200 yards.
From two feet to 200 yards.
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Lilly
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I have the 3" J frame and it is much more pleasant to shoot than a 2".
Lilly
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I have a snub pair of Rossi .38s in stainless. Actual barrel length on them is 2.25" and they are great shooters.
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OLDSTER
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I'm in the same camp as several of you. Even though I carry either a CA Undercover, or Chiefs special, and own a couple 6" Model 10s, most of my revolvers are 4", which I feel is the best length.
