Which revolver should I add to my collection?

[Kevin J.]

First by collection I mean a collection that I shoot. With that said my SW revolvers collection currently is a 360J, 36, 4" model 15, 2 1/2 " model 19, and 4" model 617.

I prefer to stay with the .38/.357 caliber to keep ammo variations to a minimum, and feel the 4" barrel offers the best blend performance and balance. So I and thinking the next should be:

A- 4" model 19 -one of the all time classic and matches with my 19 snub.

B- 4" 686 - stainless true .357, good if I want to shoot full .357 on a steady diet.

C- 4" model 27 - keep the classics line trend of my current 15 and 19 and moves me into the N frame class. Will also eat .357 all day.

I appreciate everyone's thoughts and hey feel free to offer another idea.

 

[DR505]

Easy...4" Model 27. Like this one of mine, a 27-3:

This has an incredible action and is a pleasure to shoot with ANY ammo.

 

[Kevin J.]

She is pretty.

 

[jackvs1]

You can't go wrong with a Model 19, since you have the snub, add the
4 inch next. Then go for the Model 19, 6 inch. That would be cool. Good Luck.

 

[Ashlander]

I vote for the Model 19, but down the road you need to get a Model 10 or 64. No collection is complete without one. And you don't need adjustable sights (because they're "on" to start with). These guns are super shooters.

 

[eddiewhiteshoes]

I know its not one of your ABC choices but I would get a Model 10 in a 4". Anywhere from the first to a dash 6. I never shoot 38's out of my 357 guns for the obvious cleaning issues and I don't like to shoot 357's for more than a box of shells. Yeah, call me a wimp but I like to make ragged holes and still have feeling in my hand at the end of the day. The model 10 is probably my favorite handgun of all time. They are still inexpensive, accurate as hell and you can shoot them all day long.

 

[M3Stuart]

I vote for the 686 or the 27. A nice 27 might run you double what the 686 will...but if'n you figure it's all about 'the hunt', then might as well start after a nice, clean, ole' 27.

 

[M29since14]

I'd probably look for a nice Model 27, or a 586. Of course Jack is right when he says you can't go wrong with another Model 19, too. Tough choice!

 

[colt_saa]

Either a 3 1/2" or 4" model 27. Like you said 357 Magnums All Day Long

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[qballwill]

If you have the money, the 27 all the way. That being said, a 686 is a must for every S&W revolver collection. But the 27 should come first because of the limited availability.

 

[686-380]

my vote is for a 686+, or a 586. You can't go wrong with either.

 

[trigger945]

A 686 to have a .38/.357 revolver in stainless. It will also be strong enough for a steady diet of .357 loads. A 4" pre-lock is a fine addition, no doubt.

 

[STCM(SW)]

A 5" M27, now that would be for the hunt!

 

[OLDSTER]

Add to your collection

This is a favorite of lots of people here M&P 2" It would fit into your growing collection nicely

 

[petepeterson]

Of your choices: The 19. K's just feel "right"

I also liked the Model 10 suggestion (4")

And don't rule out a nice 4" Model 28 as an alternate to the 27 you listed.

 

[okiegtrider]

My two cents. It's hard to beat a 686 for a shooter.

 

[mg357]

Model 27

Model 686

 

[wbraswell]

Nothing wrong with a Model 13 or 65, 3 or 4 inch barrel. Just saying, keep your options open.

 

[photoman]

Either the Model 27 or the Model 686 so you have a .357 magnum with no limitations.

 

[Inusuit]

Not on your list, but consider a Highway Patrolman. My S&W shooters include a 15-6, 17-3, 19-3 28-2, 29-2, 34, 36, 60, 65-5 and a couple of break tops. I really like my 28 and your current collection does not include an N frame, so that's what I recommend. I couldn't find a 27 I could afford, hence the 28-2.