Model 19 or 10?

[flagman1776]

I'd recommend a new or late model used M66. It's much more versatile ammo wise. M66, being "stainless steel" won't have blue wear so holds value a bit better. Note the SS alloy used in guns will still rust if neglected. I'd probably buy a LEO trade in 4" in good repair... they are huge bargains right now. I bought exactly that... a 4" M66-7... for a spare.

If I had the coin, I'd buy a 3" M66... or the odd fraction S&W sells now... because they are superb utility guns.

 

[HOUSTON RICK]

Model 19 is 357, for me that is enough. If you want to shoot 38 you can. Model 19 is a desirable firearm. Not to say that a Model 10 has anything wrong with it, but it can't shoot 357.

 

[ruger 22]

As to warranty---I do not know the S&W policy of whether it is for the purchaser or the gun. I do know that my son bought a used 686 which needed a lot of work and S&W did it for him at no charge.
Having owned models 19 and 10 in 4" persuasion I much prefer the 10. You may have to work with the fixed sights but once they are on you are all set. As to fit, I could never get anything more comfortable than the old 10 with magnas aided by a grip adapter. I even tried that grip setup on the 19 but it never felt the same.
If concealed carry is on the table, get a J frame.

 

[pantannojack]

Many, Many used m 19's are falling to pieces because they are under engineered for magnum use. But they definitely tickle my eye fancy, I have only two, I want more. My m 10's old as they are do not show signs of "falling to pieces". Which comes to why I am responding to your thread. What is it about the new Ruger that your are twice sending back to Ruger for rebuild. Is there quality control as bad as so many others in the gun industry?

 

[CH4]

My vote is for the 19 for looks, sights and ability to digest .38 and 357 magnum. I found this 19-4 at a local pawn shop, also present was a nice 2" M10. Using the above reasons, I happily paid the $100+ difference. None of my 19/66s show any signs of falling to pieces.