...that I am seriously considering trading for a Ruger SP101. I am interested in your opinions for or against this trade...basically, would you do it, and why/why not? Also, if I do trade, any opinions as to the relative worth of these two revolvers would be greatly appreciated.
I have a S&W 60-9 with no lock...
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ab4ka
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I've never owned a model 60, but I have owned (and own) other J frames. I have owned a SP-101, 3" .38 Special. Unless there's some specific reason you want to trade, I'd keep my model 60. The
Ruger is a great gun, but it's a little bigger/heavier than it needs to be.
Ruger is a great gun, but it's a little bigger/heavier than it needs to be.
exfebee
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Yes, and its not a Smith & Wesson. Keep the 60.
Carl
Carl
CAJUNLAWYER
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OK here goes.....
I see no reason to own a steel frame J frame when you can have the SP101. J frames shine in the alloy pursuasions. I have an SP101 and I would NOT trade it for a Model 60-9. If weight is a consideration, then yes I would have a J frame a la 337, 342 or 638. What I would really like is a pre lock 638 and put in a titanium cylinder to make my own 338.
I just think an SP101 is a much better choice than a steel J frame in .357.
I see no reason to own a steel frame J frame when you can have the SP101. J frames shine in the alloy pursuasions. I have an SP101 and I would NOT trade it for a Model 60-9. If weight is a consideration, then yes I would have a J frame a la 337, 342 or 638. What I would really like is a pre lock 638 and put in a titanium cylinder to make my own 338.
I just think an SP101 is a much better choice than a steel J frame in .357.
palmetto99
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I have a 60-9 and my brother has a SP101. I like the SP101, but it is a little larger than the 60-9. I think the factory trigger is a little better on the 60-9. My 60-9 has had a trigger job and is much better than the factory SP101. All that said, unless you just want the SP101, what you have is pretty equal.
Heretic!
Sorry - just couldn't resist.
To each his own, of course. I am not fond of the J-frame .357s myself, except for the 340PD, which is so far out there in left field somewhere that it gets a pass just because of that. On the other hand, the original Model 60 pattern (in .38 Special) is still as good as it ever was, and I would tromple on a pile of SPs to get to one of them. 
It's a good thing for the manufacturers we all have different ideas, but like our Cajun barrister, I really admire the airweight J-frames myself.
Well said.
If actually want a small frame .357, and you want to shoot it with .357 ammo, the SP101 probably is a better choice.
otis24
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I have a Model 640 Centennial. If caliber is not a concern (I shoot .38's, not the .357) and it is a carry gun, I would stay with the J frame. I have owned both and loved the SP101. The J frame is much more svelt and more easily carried. If you are using it for self defense, the SP has a very heavy DA trigger pull. I like the SP101 as a small frame belt holster trail gun. This is the perfect role for this little tank.
I have traded off several model 60's, and keep coming right back to them. I currently own a model 60-9, and a model 60-10 3". If I were you I would keep it. I think you might end up like I did and regret the trade, and have to try to find another. Having said all that, I really like Ruger revolvers. I have never owned an sp101, but I do have a 3" gp100 that I like a lot. In reality, you probably wouldn't be wrong either way. wyatte
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The 60-9, and the 3" 60-10 in .357 mag are the last of the pre lock 60's. I would keep it
