Your least favorite S&W revolver

[heeter3]

Wfevans4 I've got 3-36s,2 M&Ps,a 14,a 19 and a 442 and I can seriously say I love them all and shoot them quite a bit. All are pre lock and none disappoint me.

 

[Jcon72]

Can't think of a single model that I hate, but as a category I'd have to say the break-tops are my least favorite.

 

[hkcavalier]

Just in case you think I'm dogging on the red color...I get it...

 

[ColumbusJBR]

L-Frame ones with long barrels, too much weight forward.

I had a 686-6 6” and I have to agree. The gun itself functioned just fine. But always felt and looked off-balance, so I sold it. I do still have a 5” which balances much better, but I think my 4” 686 is the Goldilocks (I have a 2.5” -4 just because it’s freakin cool).

 

[steelslaver]

I have a lot of S&W revolvers, from 22 to 500. M frame I, J, K, L, N and X

I have a few favorites but none are really on the bottom of my list. They all get some love

 

[fosterlj4684]

I am a traditionalist, this is why the Model 16-4 is my least favorite Smith & Wesson. It did not keep to the Masterpiece configuration as did the Model 14 and 17. Also, it should have been chambered in the .32 S&W Long vs the .32 H&R Mag, again I am a traditionalist.

 

['79 Magnum GT]

Have the same gun, try Hornady critical defense ammo and an Ergo grip. The Ergo grip feels much better to me than the small boot grips that are on these Jframes.View attachment 780081

This is what I thought when the pic first came up.

Rick

 

[Tanners Owner]

My least favorite is my M63, simply as I shoot it less than all my others, not because I dislike it by any means. As I shoot ICORE, USPSA, IDPA, it doesn’t see much sunlight.

 

[SgtDog0311]

My 22/32 Heavy Frame Target. I even had it worked on by Chicoine, and it never could shoot well. Was also too light to do any serious target work.

That is interesting. And hopefully I won’t be too disappointed. Just bought a very nice condition 1953 22/32. Won’t have it in my hands for about 10 days.

But you likely do more target work than I do. Eyes are shot and I wanted a nice old vintage .22 S&W.

 

[SgtDog0311]

My 686-3 Classic Hunter. I haven't used it in 25 years. I prefer N-Frames.

I just bought a 686-3. I’m relatively new to S&W compared to most on this forum so I’m not sure what a classic Hunter is.

One thing I’ve found now after my rather impulsive buy is that I’m not too partial to stainless. Looking for how to polish it up a bit so I can sell it or trade for a Model 13.

I read where Flitz polish is the thing to use but don’t wan’t start without more reading and make it worse.

 

[1000island]

Just curious, what is your least favorite S&W revolver and why?

Sorry, I love them all. Some I shoot better than others but that’s on me. I don’t count it against them. Revolvers are just too much fun, especially the older ones. Something about shooting a revolver built 80 or 90 years ago and having it work as advertised that keeps me looking for the next one to buy!

 

[Hawg Rider]

Model 386PD (scandium/ti)...looks cool, 7 shots of .357, light and easy to carry. BUT- kicks like a mule and quick follow up shots are impossible! Traded mine for a used PC Model 627-5 (2-5/8") and never looked back!

 

[Gryff]

S&W 547. Hated the recoil impulse of the 9mm in a revolver.

 

[mtgianni]

My least favorite? I don't own one. I have shot my friends 500 and have no desire to own one. Same thing with the Govenor. I don't care for the look of a hammerless revolver. I seen no reason to park something in the safe I don't care for.

 

[mtgianni]

I am a traditionalist, this is why the Model 16-4 is my least favorite Smith & Wesson. It did not keep to the Masterpiece configuration as did the Model 14 and 17. Also, it should have been chambered in the .32 S&W Long vs the .32 H&R Mag, again I am a traditionalist.

Curious if you feel the same way about guns chambered in 44 Magnum and 357 magnum. Then there's the problem with the 22 long rifle and high velocity vs 1930 velocities in 22 lr. Even the 32 long is a make over from 32 S&W.

Isn't it funny how our likes and dislikes don't have to follow logic.

 

[dopplebok]

Just curious, what is your least favorite S&W revolver and why?

Just curious, what is your least favorite S&W revolver and why?

S&W Model 329PD (Airlite SC) Got it for a good price. Then found out why the good price RECOIL !!!!!!!! Talk about PAIN !!!!!!!!! Traded it off for two other Smiths. A 625-6 45Colt Mountain Gun, and a Model 30 unfired in the box.

 

[roysha]

Never seen a Smith Mustardvolver before. Yeah, you don’t want a red J Frame. You might accidentally shoot your weiner.

OUCH!!!!

 

[BabaBlueJay]

While I would not say it is bad, my flat latch model 36 had a serrated trigger. Any Smith with a serrated trigger would be my least favorite. I am not sure who thought you needed serrations on a trigger, but they are a terrible idea IMO

 

[Baltimoreed11754]

^^^Agree with you. Why I installed a smooth target trigger on my 617-10 rebuild. Much more comfortable and easier to pull than what was in it.

 

[kelljor]

My 638.

Practicing with target wad cutters enlarged the bolt hole to where it was unsafe to shoot. I finally got S&W to fix it, but they replaced the frame with one that wasn't much better.

Bolt hole? Please explain, I am not familiar with that term. Also how did wadcutters enlarge it? Thanks