Durability of M27 vs M586/686 with full .357 loads.

[williamlayton]

I object to opinions being labeled facts.
I like heavy guns.
I like N frames---they fill the hand.
From where I sit, if it has a problem there is a Smith that can fix it.
I guess I am a strange man---not big, 5' 10" and hands are extra large (in a golf glove). but I soot heavy guns more accurately, hold them steadier and control them easier.
I like guns that shove back to me more than flip.
I will take the "N" frames---I actually put puter weights in the heels of some of my "N" frames.
Blessings

 

[A10]

Buy them both! Then run an endurance test, say maybe a lifetime of shooting? Let us know which one wears out first......

 

[nawilson]

Buy them both! Then run an endurance test, say maybe a lifetime of shooting? Let us know which one wears out first......

You know, I was just thinking that! Some gun writer needs to buy NIB one of each and shoot, shoot, shoot, until one wears out. I still remember the "torture tests" gun writers used to do on Glocks and other such.

 

[Engine49guy]

Buy them both! Then run an endurance test, say maybe a lifetime of shooting? Let us know which one wears out first......

EXACTLY ....and one in each barrel length too.

 

[Titegroups]

Either frame will suit your needs for strength and durability. Best way to make a choice is go to a range and try both.

 

[Nightowl]

Yep, buy them both while you have a chance. You will want to try them both to see which one you like best.

 

[.357magger]

Unless you're Jerry Miculek, either design will probably outlive, outlast, and outshoot any of us posting here, myself included.

Was always, until pretty recently actually, a died in the wool N framer. LOVED the things, still do. But...I've recently made the acquaintance with a 686+ in 4" that is, for me, the perfect balance between weight and controlability in rapid fire. My thoughts are that the extra "hole" lightens it up just enough to be just about perfect.

So while I still love my N's, put me down in the L camp for day to day use.

Which will last longer? Ask my grandkids.

 

[OFT II]

Figure that both of these revolvers were designed around the .357, so all bets are off IMO as to which is more durable.

Chicken or the egg.

Actually, the 357 round was designed around the "pre-model 27" better known as the Registered Magnum.

You'll be hard put to wear either model out with current 357 loads. Just pick which one suits you best.

 

[S.B.]

One thing to remember is the weight of the model 27s cyliinder excellorates wear on certain parts. Not my idea but, actual fact. How fast and how much, I don't know. Do a little research and I'm sure you will see experts verify this?
Steve

 

[diamonback68]

One thing to remember is the weight of the model 27s cyliinder excellorates wear on certain parts. Not my idea but, actual fact. How fast and how much, I don't know. Do a little research and I'm sure you will see experts verify this?
Steve

That is only true if you do a lot of double action rapid fire. Single action or slow DA fire and you will never tell the difference.

 

[S.B.]

Dick, you're the only one I've heard say that? I've never seen your statement in writing. I think you're wrong but, I'll have to ask a local physics teacher. But, to each his own.
Steve