most accurate .357 revolver

[robvasi]

I purchased a 17-6, which has a reputation of being an accurate revolver for target shooting.

What .357 revolver also has a reputation for accuracy?

I realize all guns are designed to be accurate, and yet is seems some a better than others.

 

[dmn57]

In my experience, just mine, I've found that all my .357's, and really any gun in general, is more accurate than I am. That being said, I can usually hit what I'm aiming at with my current 13, 27 and 28.

 

[joe44va]

I have a M60 Pro that never ceases to amaze me. Has Diamond Pros on it now.

 

[Wrangler Rich]

I was always told, "It's not the arrow, it's the Indian."

WR

 

[silentflyer]

A Model 27, with the 8 3/8" barrel or one of the 8"Dan Wesson's..
I have both and they are both tack drivers....

 

[DennisE]

I've had a dozen or more. Most accurate is my current S&W 686 SSR Pro 357 magnum! I love it!

 

[6string]

It really depends on how you plan to use it, how you define accuracy, the loads to be used, and how capable you are of extracting that accuracy potential.
I'm a Bullseye shooter, so I pass over "mini-rifles" such as 12" barrel revolvers with a scope and bipod, regardless of how well they shoot. It's gotta be something I can handle offhand.

Also, I love handloading, and never buy factory ammo. In fact, I don't even bother with jacketed bullets; just cast bullets.
I expect cloverleaf groups at 25 yds, or 1.5-3" at 50 yds.
If I want to do serious benchrest testing, I'll do 100 yds at the outdoor range. I expect (hope for) 6" groups, at most, with nice circular spread and no keyholing. Occasionally get a nice surprise or two, occasionally get a disappointment.
So a classic S&W N frame tends to be fully capable of my needs.
If I was going spendy, somthing like an old Willi Korth, Manurhin MR73, or maybe a Freedom Arms would be nice.
If I were a serious IHMSA guy, my choice might be different.
If I was a serious hunter, I might also choose differently.

Fun to think about the options.
Jim

 

[ImDrRich]

I have a 686+ with 2 1/2" bbl. It is astonishingly accurate.

 

[3rdgeargrndrr]

Single action off hand - Colt python.
But it feels very cold compared to the slick 66/686 actions.
PRACTICAL accuracy is the same. Whats the difference between 1/2” or 1” to your target? It bleeds the same

 

[M E Morrison]

Manhurin, Freedom Arms, Dan Wesson - in that order.

Your opinion may vary...

 

[colt_saa]

Most Accurate? That is probably impossible to tie down. Too many people have favorites

Colt Pythons are extremely accurate.

I prefer the Custom Shop's optional Eliason sight package over the standard Accro adjustable sight that is normally shipped on the Pythons

However the revolvers that use the tensioned barrel design still whoop it's butt.

Dan Wesson probably needs to be credited with bringing the tensioned barrel design into the mainstream of the hand gun Shooting Sports.

During the Metallic Silhouette days Dan Wesson accuracy was legendary no matter which caliber we are talking about

Furtunatly those pattents are expired and Smith and Wesson has implemented a similar design in the 327 family of revolvers

They even carry 8 rounds

 

[357 shooter]

What .357 revolver also has a reputation for accuracy?

Of all the 357 revolvers I've owned my current 686-4 6" might just be the most accurate. I've bought it new in 1994 and it has shot some pretty decent groups back when I was load testing.

 

[rubiranch]

I would imaging they're all pretty accurate except the one that I'm shooting.

 

[rubiranch]

Of all the 357 revolvers I've owned my current 686-4 6" might just be the most accurate. I've bought it new in 1994 and it has shot some pretty decent groups back when I was load testing.

I would guess of the .357s I have that my 686 no-dash 6" is the most accurate.

It belonged to my brother. High Patridge front sight and a Millet rear sight.

My brother shop competition for several years and this gun was filthy when I got it. It was obvious that it was one of his favorites and had been shot a lot. Its had some trigger work too.




I've cleaned it up and put the original Target Stocks back on it.

I really like shooting this one too.

 

[two-bit cowboy]

What .357 revolver also has a reputation for accuracy?

The one in my hand!

 

[Mrnurse]

Ive found the Human not the weapon is the determining factor in accuracy.

 

[robvasi]

In my experience, just mine, I've found that all my .357's, and really any gun in general, is more accurate than I am. That being said, I can usually hit what I'm aiming at with my current 13, 27 and 28.

Well said.

I was shooting my Model 28, and since it was my first time at the range, a sociable RSO was with me. He was intrigued by the Highway Patrolman, and I offered him the gun. I was hitting the target, but not a group. He picked it up and with one hand put three holes in a group the size of a silver dollar.

I need better glasses, that must be the problem.

 

[Breakaway500]

I acquired a TR8 about 2 years ago.I did not expect it to stand out accuracy wise..but it does.It will print any ammo I have used in a quarter at 50 feet as long as I do my part. I personally believe sights and grips make the biggest improvements on accuracy.

 

[robvasi]

I was always told, "It's not the arrow, it's the Indian."

WR

They learn young, and needed that skill to survive.

 

[robvasi]

I acquired a TR8 about 2 years ago.I did not expect it to stand out accuracy wise..but it does.It will print any ammo I have used in a quarter at 50 feet as long as I do my part. I personally believe sights and grips make the biggest improvements on accuracy.

I have a 327 TRR8 and I agree. However, I am thinking about selling it.