Which .357 would you buy

[G-Mac]

My Ruger GP-100 was my first .357. I love Smiths. Have had many kinds of S&W .357's....13, 19, 28, 66, 586, 686, etc. But, the Ruger would be the last one I'd ever let go...mostly sentimental reasons I guess (you never forget your first). Yes, it's almost as ugly as a Glock, but they're as reliable as a brick. Mine feels good in the hand, and it's more than accurate enough. When you own a GP-100, you simply don't ever worry about its strength, reliability, or durability.

 

[Mule88]

I have em all, and i really like my 5 inch 686 7 shooter. (W/ no lock)

 

[GRIZZLYBEAR]

Model 27....

 

[Maximumbob54]

I have never been able to stomach the price of a new 686 of any flavor. My GP100's have been great revolvers as has my Security Six. But my Model 28 is one sweet N frame. I will die of old age before I wear any of them out or choose which one is the best. But I will admit I shoot my stainless four inch GP100 the most.

 

[cmort666]

What do you plan to do with it?

If concealment isn't an issue, a 6" S&W 27-2.

If concealment is or could be an issue, a 2" Dan Wesson 15.

 

[David LaPell]

If the gun was a current only and not used, well probably a Ruger Blackhawk or Vaquero with a 4 5/8 inch barrel. If used guns were included, my Model 27 or a 4-inch Model 28.

 

[poe]

The little GEM of the S&W line...The Model 60!
Those big ole heavy 357's are ALWAYS somewhere else...
But just stick your hand in your pocket...

 

[Brian41]

My favorite .357 is an old M-28 S serial in four inch that has enough wear I don't have to worry about using it.

Second choice is a 686.

 

[hberttmank]

The 5", 8 shot PC627 is the best ever 357 for me.

 

[oldman45]

I suppose which gun would depend on the one you really want.

For me, I have two models I love and both are S&W.

One of my model 66 has seen thousands of rounds ran through it. I began carrying it in 1972 for work and each afternoon, I would go to the range with it so I could be proficient. It never failed me.

The next came the 686 and I got my first one in 1986 and carried it for two years before being replaced with an Austrian water pistol.

Both those .357 guns are as nice as they come. Trying to find a good used one is dififcult. I would not hesitate to carry one since they are well built, dependable and accurate.

My personal tastes ran with the .357 for many years although I owned a couple of 1911 guns. Now I strictly use and carry the 1911 but still have a love for the .357

 

[EBUTTS]

RUGER SECURITY SIX

MY 33 YEAR OLD BEAUTY IS A TANK. 4INCH BARREL IN STAINLESS STEEL. SUPER STRONG REVOLVER. 1 PIECE WITH NO SIDE PLATES. IT WAS DESIGNED FROM THE GET GO TO SHOOT THE 357MAG. NOT A 38 SPECIAL MODIFIED TO SHOOT THE MAGNUM CALIBER. I LOVE IT!

 

[DeadAye]

You may have noticed a few folks recommending the 686 .
It IS a winner

It's also a very fine looking revolver...

 

[wbraswell]

If I want to go shoot, I say a 6 1/2" Model 27, not newer than a 27-2. If it's for "business", I'd say a 3" Model 13 or 65. If for carry, a 2" model 60.

 

[carbuff]

You know how something feels just right? That is how my S&W 686-4 fits me.

Mine has been utterly reliable, durable, accurate and to my eyes, a simply beautiful revolver.

I consider it to have the best trigger mechanics of any pistol I have every handled. Furthermore, it has such a precise balance that it effortlessly regains sight alignment after recoil.

I treasure mine as a most perfect revolver.

 

[18DAI]

New? Ruger GP100.

Used? Colt King Cobra.

Regards 18DAI.