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[S&W5/686]

I'm looking for a little advice from someone familiar with S&W revolvers.
I've got a Colt Python .357mag with 8" barrel which I use to punch holes in paper at 25 & 50 yards, and play with at 100 yards, a Ruger Blackhawk .357mag because everyone should have a Ruger SA revolver, and a little snub nose Taurus .357mag for concealed carry.
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I'd like to add a S&W .357mag to my revolver collection. Something for target shooting and possibly deer hunting. I'm thinking something with a 6" barrel, and I'd like to keep the price tag around $600 or less.
My Colt is a 1980 and the Ruger is a 1963, so I'm not afraid of used guns.
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I'd appreciate your advice and opinion to help guide my S&W purchase.
Thanks,
Tim

 

[HAWKEYE10]

Your user name says it all. S&W 686. I think a M686 would
be a good choice for an all around 357. There is also the M28.
I think if you shop around you could find these for $600. Don

 

[davel686]

I agree with Don, go with a 686 or a 28.

 

[S&W5/686]

Your user name says it all. S&W 686.

I had a 686 back in the early 90's.

 

[buck460XVR]

I'd like to add a S&W .357mag to my revolver collection. Something for target shooting and possibly deer hunting. I'm thinking something with a 6" barrel, and I'd like to keep the price tag around $600 or less.

yep...a 6'' 686 should fill the bill quite nicely. With a little patience and persistence I think finding a used one in excellent condition for $600 is a reasonable feat. I have two 6'' 686s, one is the powerport and one is standard. Both have shot thousands of rounds downrange, accurately and without so much as a hiccup(other than a occasional loose ejector rod). I also killed 4 deer with the PP model before moving on to .44s and .460s. Many prefer the 4'', but for the range and for hunting, I still prefer a 6''.

 

[S&W5/686]

Thanks for the advice folks.
I've decided to purchase a 686 with 6" barrel.
A 1983 vintage, because I prefer guns that don't have warnings stamped on them, and mechanical devices built into them that would prevent them from working.
Thanks again,
Tim

 

[mg357]

i have to agree with my fellow forum members please go with the 686 with a 6 inch barrel