Which .44 Magnum would you buy
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Abbynormal
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I've had 4 in my life: a 29-2 6" which I traded for a 629 4" Mountain Gun. I later stumbled across a 6" 29-3 and a 7-1/2" Ruger Redhawk in SS!
I loved the Ruger, after I uber cleaned it and lubed it with Liquid Moly. Best
factory action I've ever come across and it was accurate. A buddy without a .44 talked me out of it and now I'm down to the 629-4 4" Mountain Gun and a 29-3 6" and I'm happy.
FYI: The Mountain Gun almost only is carried with full .44 Mags when in
the field. It's too much recoil and impact to shoot regularly. So it's regular diet is .44 Spl.
The 29-3 6" gets nothing but .44 Mag diet.
I loved the Ruger, after I uber cleaned it and lubed it with Liquid Moly. Best
factory action I've ever come across and it was accurate. A buddy without a .44 talked me out of it and now I'm down to the 629-4 4" Mountain Gun and a 29-3 6" and I'm happy.
FYI: The Mountain Gun almost only is carried with full .44 Mags when in
the field. It's too much recoil and impact to shoot regularly. So it's regular diet is .44 Spl.
The 29-3 6" gets nothing but .44 Mag diet.
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nachogrande
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EZ
A Ruger, single action revolver cuz I can't afford a Freedom arms one.
A Ruger, single action revolver cuz I can't afford a Freedom arms one.
F75gunslinger
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I think it all depends on what the OP wants to do with it as to what the best option is. Is it a bear gun for protection ?629 Snub. Going to use it as a backpack gun for hiking ? 629 snub or 3 inch. Belt carry for range use and self defense ? Anything from the 629 snub to either a 4 inch 629 or 69. Range only use ? Either a 69 or 629 in anything from 4" up. Hunting ? Do you prefer to walk while hunting and shoot shorter distances ? 4" 629 or 69. In a blind or tree stand ? I'd start with a 6" 629 and go longer for barrel length if you want a scope and have more room to stretch one out.
Honestly these would be my choices because I have zero experience with Ruger revolvers. Hopefully eventually I can change that.
Honestly these would be my choices because I have zero experience with Ruger revolvers. Hopefully eventually I can change that.
BigBill
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Ruger Redhawk in 44 mag for heavy duty shooting.
When I started out with center fire revolvers I bought
the longest barrel they had. 1st 44mg was Ruger SBH
71/2", back in 60s. Then 83/8" S&Ws. They are hawgs
to carry but I could shoot them well. It took me awhile
to get smart and realize I could shoot 5"-61/2" guns
just as well. These sizes are the most practical if you
are going for target and hunting purposes. I have had
4" but can't shoot them as well. I have a 29-2 with 4"
barrel NIB. I don't shoot it, saved for trading stock. I
know buy 6"-61/2" guns. Of coarse I don't let any P&Rs go buy if they are a deal.
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the longest barrel they had. 1st 44mg was Ruger SBH
71/2", back in 60s. Then 83/8" S&Ws. They are hawgs
to carry but I could shoot them well. It took me awhile
to get smart and realize I could shoot 5"-61/2" guns
just as well. These sizes are the most practical if you
are going for target and hunting purposes. I have had
4" but can't shoot them as well. I have a 29-2 with 4"
barrel NIB. I don't shoot it, saved for trading stock. I
know buy 6"-61/2" guns. Of coarse I don't let any P&Rs go buy if they are a deal.
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notsofast
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With your criteria, I bring home a new 4" model 29.
Blue steel, 1/2 underlug, wood grips
And I'm glad I did
Spokes
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Easy choice, the best shooting 44 I ever owned is a Ruger Super Redhawk.
Second if you can find one for your price would be a Colt Anaconda.
I have owned four model 29's and sold all four...
Still have the Colt and the Ruger.
Second if you can find one for your price would be a Colt Anaconda.
I have owned four model 29's and sold all four...
Still have the Colt and the Ruger.
mafbloggerdanny
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I've been wanting the S&W Model 69 for a LONG time and recently finally got one used.
To me, losing 1 shot is not that big of a deal to trade for the smaller size and ease of carry. It's something I feel I can easily carry for miles down the trail. I wasn't looking for a CCW or range gun, but something for the outdoors.
I got it used and was a little pissed because the prev owner polished it and didn't tell me and I really LIKED that flat finish. I could have bought a regular unpolished one for $50 more if I had known. But new I think these retail for like $700 or something around that... I call that a bargain!
To me, losing 1 shot is not that big of a deal to trade for the smaller size and ease of carry. It's something I feel I can easily carry for miles down the trail. I wasn't looking for a CCW or range gun, but something for the outdoors.
I got it used and was a little pissed because the prev owner polished it and didn't tell me and I really LIKED that flat finish. I could have bought a regular unpolished one for $50 more if I had known. But new I think these retail for like $700 or something around that... I call that a bargain!
prairieviper
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I have two .44 magnums. The first is a Ruger Super Blackhawk, 7.5 inch, manufactured in 1977, before the Ruger lawyer warning was put on the barrels.
The other is the 50th Anniversary edition, Model 29, 6.5 inch, manufactured in 2006. The S&W is a 29-10 with the lock but it has a great trigger and is a sweet shooter. I use it for bowling pin matches.
The other is the 50th Anniversary edition, Model 29, 6.5 inch, manufactured in 2006. The S&W is a 29-10 with the lock but it has a great trigger and is a sweet shooter. I use it for bowling pin matches.
Well, for me I would choose the S&W 629 Classic 5" model. In fact, I hope to have one before the new year. I've already got a 629 Classic DX 8-3/8" that I bought in the late 90's, and a 7.5" Super Redhawk that inherited from my dad a couple years ago that I plan to scope. But it would be nice to have the 5" 629 added to my collection so as to have something slightly shorter for more convenient holster carry, and to use as a nightstand gun loaded with .44 Specials.
samnev
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S&W is the only 44 magnum revolver I'd buy if I didn't already have a 29-2.
BigMuddy
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All I can add...
A couple comments suggested a FA M83. I would sure like to know where I could find one for $1k.
A couple comments suggested a FA M83. I would sure like to know where I could find one for $1k.
My next gun will be the Performance Center 629 with the fluted bull barrel to use as a hunting revolver. I plan to give it a fixed 2x scope in QD rings so I can run it scoped or with open sights as desired. I won't be putting a light on the bottom. I thought about a Redhawk as well but I really don't need the ultra hot loads from a 44. If I get into a hunting situation that the 629 with loads up to 300gr can't handle, I'd be better off getting a 460s&w or a TC Contender in a rifle cartridge. That said, the S&W has a better feel to me, a much better trigger, is lighter and easier to carry through the field, and has better sights/features than a Redhawk.
Smith & Wesson Performance Center 629 Hunter 44 Magnum Revolver
Smith & Wesson Performance Center 629 Hunter 44 Magnum Revolver
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GavinLee
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I do only own one .44 mag, a pre-29 that I bought used 47 years ago for $150.00. It will go to one of the grand kids some day. I have carried it all these years and it is shy about 20% of it's blueing. Have lately been thinking about sending it back to S&W to be re-furbished/reblued.
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For me a Ruger Redhawk Hunter #5003 is the best 44 Magnum out there. The trigger is not as crisp as the S&W 629 but you will never have to worry about anything on the gun. One other thing is I have smaller hands and the Redhawk fits me much better and really no pain from shooting.
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Marshall 357
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He has a 8 3/8 bbl ...he bought the 6 1/2 bbl a few months ago.
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