It's easy to build muscle memory of draw, clear, finger on trigger, pull hammer and then trigger, repeat. I dont have anything else but I think thats enough to get it done. Theyre basically Troopers but less expensive with fixed sights and not quite as gussied up. Other benefits are barrel strength, support, and rigidity. The King Cobra has a perfect balance of size, weight, and barrel length that results in a great shooter that isn't cumbersome to carry. My 2nd revolver was a Rhino. It is such a pleasure to shoot I have no problems dumping 200 rounds through 'er during a range session. I put the 2 and 1/2 inch barrel on, loaded with .357 and with no hearing protection, pulled the trigger. The newer Model 627 is a beautiful handgun, but I like my Model 28 best. You Pew-Pew guys(and gals) are doing a great job. Hey AJ, you can find the author and bio linked at the bottom of every article. Are you serious a ruger is a work of are. the ruger redhawk also sold out thats how i found the s&w 627 all steel gun, While I would agree with most of this article, as a dedicated SA revolver person, I think you should have touched on the Ruger Blackhawk a little more. Tested. As an example, I do happen to like the earlier 6 shot 686s, but dont care much for the heavier 7 shooters. If there is a S&W that has become redundant now it is the heavy L frame guns. Ive had a S&W Mod.19 for roughly 35yrs. The smallest group was 1.95 inches. You will be hard pressed to better a well-tuned Smith & Wesson revolver. Both shoot very well. You get most of the oomph of 357, but can still conceal easily. Additional features include black Hogue grips and an exposed hammer. And a Ruger BH ss 6 1/2 brl. But it's in my safe and I carry a semi auto due to available firepower with a .357 Sig - in a 226 - can't beat the ballistics Really great article. See Also: Shoot-out: Colt Python vs. Smith & Wesson 686. Revolvers. Developed for use by French police and Special Weapons and Tactics units and fielded by the French GIGN, the accuracy and durability of this revolver are legendary. I agree with the Manurhin. I agree what about the s@w model 66 combat revolver, I have a new 66-8 2.75, stock trigger and hammer about 16-18lbs horrible I installed a Wilson Combat spring kit runs smooth like butter it's very accurate. TF. In terms of personal defense firearms: Colt Python Vs Smith and Wesson 686 - Larry Reidy Colt Python Vs Smith and Wesson 686 Posted on April 20, 2021 by Larry Reidy | Posted in: Uncategorized Hickok45 has an excellent video on these two great revolvers. I also have a 6" GP100 which is incredibly accurate on steel out to 200 yards. But a wheel gun is history. On pages 16-17, there is a review of the top six .357 Magnum defense loads. I too have been a big fan of Taurus. I bought a Galco D.A.O. This longer case makes it impossible to load a .357 Magnum round in .38 Special revolvers. One of Colts most famous revolvers is the 1873 Colt Single Action Army in the Colt .45 caliber. i love my Trooper MK3..love my ugly ole glock 31/.357sig too.. Powerful. The .357 Magnum revolver was then known as the Model 27, built on an N frame. When I hear .357 Magnum, I immediately think, "COLT PYTHON"!!! When we sent the gun to S&W for examination, detonation was their determination, likely due to a light handload. Use some practice time to shoot mid-range .357 Magnum ammo and finish with a few hot defensive rounds. The case is longer for more powder! This is using the gun in single action. The S&W 627 Prois an 8-shot .357 Magnum DA/SA. Over the years I've bought a number of firearms that I also do love, but the Dan Wesson I would never part with. The SP-101 isa 5-shot DA/SA .357 Magnum available in stainless steel or blued finishes. The 158-grain semi-jacketed soft point bullet permits the quicker transfer of energy, which enables the bullet to do more damage. For small frame revolvers, I dont recommend always shooting heavy-loaded .357 Magnum ammo. The N frame is the largest frame used for the S&W .357 Magnum revolvers. The 2020 Python is made from a stronger material, with 30% material in the top strap. Check Price . no just the 627 almost the same gun so he used that one, and i agree with that choice. But you know what they say, Close is only good in Hand grenades and Horse shoes. umm your going to deep with all that. All this being said, my personal CCP is a 1911 in .45 ACP. Psa Dagger Compact 9Mm Pistol With Extreme Carry. It has enough heft to tame most of the recoil, though I swapped out the wood grip. Taurus 66, 6" made the list. Also, the Python is just too iconic to not mention. The internal of S&Ws are way stronger than Colts, Colt's rebound lever mechanism is an outdated design that cost too much pain for gunsmiths back in the day once the gun's outta timing. Depending on the gun, all Safariland Speedloaders may require custom grips to ensure proper clearance. It is far too heavy to carry hiking, camping or fishing. guns & While I own a number of different pistols, I love my revolvers for their simplicity, reliability, and accuracy. Hands Down the best .357 Magnum Revolver is the Colt Python. Indeed! I have one, 6 inch barrel, don't shoot with my Dan Wesson that also has a 6 inch barrel. We'll only use the information provided according to our privacy policy. How much would a .S&W 357 mag, 6 shots with 8-1/4 barrel cost? The grips, barrel length, weight, and good DA/SA trigger make this revolver very balanced and pleasant to shoot without being unwieldy. I keep those at home. To me that comparison is apples and oranges. The new 6-inch barrel Colt Python has an unloaded weight of 46-ounces and an overall length of 11.5-inches. I have no complaints against the Taurus revolvers except for the polymer 357, for obvious reasons--those are two words that simply don't belong together. Best .357 ever!!! The Model 19/66 are K-frames, and the Python might better be compared to the larger, heavier S&W L-frames (586/686). I think you forgot about Taurus just like a publication like this the only put up the front most popular names. My favorite is the 686! See how this works? He is also an avid competitor, reloader, and all-around firearms aficionado who can help you learn more about almost every aspect of shooting and caring for firearms. Looking for a good holster - recommendations appreciated. Over the years I have owned most of the 357 Mag Revolvers you listed and since I reload I have put a lot of lead through them. Not wanting to blow big buck on one, I found mine at Academy for 429, so I went ahead and bought it.. These loads make the four-inch barrel Python a top-flight small-game revolver. Colt and Smith doesnt stand a chance. I have sold my others over the years,, many of which I would love to have kept so Ive decided to get ones I want and I dont want to sell. It features a fixed rear sight, brass bead front sight, and Hogue Overmolded rubber grips. It's double action trigger pull is quite heavy and less, but not poorly accurate (I always shoot single action although I practice a DA double-tap although even if I had to execute one I train doing it in SA anyway. What are your favorite models? Not much was mentioned about it in your article. The Security Six has the best reviews of all 357 Mag. More barrel affords me a balance I am very accustomed to. I shoot .38 special in mine most of the time just to minimize stress on my hand and wrist, but it's still fun to load up some .357 and shred targets with it. Shes a beauty and she cooks! *to be pedantic, Americans people often pronounce "Windicator" as intuitively spelled for us "WIN"-dicator; but being a German gun, it's pronounced "VIN-dicator", same as the English word "vindicate." Check out the new online S&W catalog. The only thing that I regret in hindsight is 35 years ago having a custom trigger and hammer job done on the Mod. "Since more of the bullets mass is outside the cartridge, there is more room for powder in the cartridge." You do not pay K comp is by far my favorite 357mag..Colt Python has become to crazy to purchase..$$$$$$. Ammo kinetic energy and shot placement determine what we call "stopping power", not the gun. These were both brand new 640 revolvers and even the "good" one was not that great. Ill stack mine up to any revolver out there. All the Revolvers you listed are excellent but you left out one of the best 357 Mag. It was the first time I ever shot a gun. First let's lay down some hard data for the sake of comparison. Think big Magnaports and alot of fun lol. Doesn't make a very good concealed carry firearm. Colt Single Action Army Best .357 Magnum Revolvers 1. Although this is the lightest revolver on the list, the high build quality and excellent shootability are apparent in the K6s. Model 686 PLUS 3" Colt . We'll send you the latest guides and training tips geared One great thing about .357 Magnum revolvers is you can load it with the cheapest.38 Special rounds you can find for plinking and target practice, and you can load it with full-power .357 Magnum rounds when you're carrying it. I've tried the .44SW Mag. 6.5 inch barrel stainless - fires .357 Magnum and .38 Special Comes with original grips (on gun) and rubber grips - easily changed. The only problem with it was the grip was too small. What about the Chiapas Rhino? S&W Model 19 w/ 4" barrel, Pachmayr grips, and a sweet trigger job. All of my barrels are heavy vented rib. Man did you guys blow it! Thanks,Tad. I won! I also have a PC 642 for EDC, but would recommend the LCR with fiber or tritium from sight as a better alternative, due to improved second shot recovery. I love them both like a bigamist with two supermodel wives. It was first introduced in 1934 and serves as the foundation of the Magnum Era.. IMO most owners of these 2020 models have never owned an original. It's a wonderful revolver and quite reasonably priced, either new or used. But to be honest if I'm packing a cowboy shooter, its gunna be in .45 long Colt. Since more of the bullets mass is outside the cartridge, there is more room for powder in the cartridge. I have never heard anyone in my life refer to a gp100 as anything more than sufficient. The 2nd cylinder is for 9-mm. Jan 30, 2020. no gun is a must as its all in the opinion of the person who makes the liks. Also, glad you at least mentioned Taurus even though they didn't make the list. To see what we recommend feeding your revolver, check out the Best .357 Magnum Ammo. . So many choices! The best pistol is having both pistols. My carry gun is SP101. I sure tames the recoil, but I didn't care for the trigger. I'd like to know where the S&W 586-L comp fits into this discussion. It is black and I put a optic on it but I really want the nebula color because it's different. That is why I love this combination caliber. My 4, pre-lock 686-3. I have a Security Six that I like and a K6s 3" DASA that I love. Colt Python 6" vs Smith & Wesson Model 686 6" Colt Python 6" DA/SA Full-Sized Revolver Chambered in 357 Magnum Check Price vs Smith & Wesson Model 686 6" DA/SA K/L-Frame Revolver Chambered in 357 Magnum Check Price Dimensions Details Capacity Dimensions Customary Metric Side-by-Side Comparison Charts Customary Metric I was at my range one day with my teen sons, and another shooter pulled out his stainless steel revolver and both my sons wanted to shoot it, The nice guy let them try it, and they said I had to buy one. Proven. They are in similar Considering the diverse ammunition loads available, it is easy to find one that works for you. The K6s is soooooo much nicer! I think the GP 100 is a better all-around gun. If you can find a Security Six in good condition, Buy it. All were made of stainless steel and had 6-inch barrels. I have a python also bought 30 years ago at about 650.00 ( also bought a security six for about 1/3 of that if I remember right). The trigger is good from the factory, but can be tuned to a very nice pull. I have a ..357 Ruger Blackhawk. 357 and 44mag. The Ruger GP-100 is a 6 or 7-shot .357 Magnum revolver with a DA/SA medium frame revolver. Mostly it's concealed but not totally. That was the only issue I've ever had. 25 after seeing how much the value has gone up and it's not original. I paid 350-400 dollars for the king cobras and only 300 for the python. Currently, the 2020 Python is available in either 3-, 4.25-, or 6-inch configurations. I disagree 8 shot sounds nice, but heavy and clunky so in practicality the 686+(7 shot) is much easier to carry not to mention the difference in price, the 627 just doesnt have enough to justify the cost difference over the 686+.. most forum readers tend to agree. There have been many legendarily excellent wheelguns come and go over the years, but few have codified the modern revolver as well as the Ruger GP100 and Smith & Wesson Model 686. Never had it not go BANG and cycle properly when shooting. Indeed, .38 Spl. For these guns, I still recommend using .38 Special ammunition for practice lead round nose or FMJ. I thoroughly enjoy your articles. Although Colt has yet to grace us with a blued version of the Python, they have released two separate barrel lengths, 6 and 4.25. This hybrid revolver combined a Smith & Wesson Model 19 frame with a Colt Python barrel. Shop all of our G10 revolver grips; Colt Cobra, Kimber K6, Ruger SP101, Ruger GP100, S&W, Taurus Judge, and more. Click below for a FREE LESSON! Only fired maybe 4-500 rounds and cleaned after every use. But if any of y'all out there got a long barrel 357 Smith I sure would like to find one. S&W 627 (when 7 shots are not enough) Ruger GP100 (the stronger and beefier S&W 686 PLUS' counterpart) Ruger Redhawk (the stronger and beefier S&W 627 counterpart) Taurus 692 (can shoot .357 . Read the article again, the Taurus didn't make the list, just an honorable mention, and rightly so. I puchased a fired once, the sights hadnt even been corrected it was hitting low left, Taurus 66 6inch about 7 months ago and it is by far my favorite range gun. There are NO sharp edges anyhwere and it comes in 2, 3 & 4 inch barrels. Don't quit reading, just try shooting the latest Taurus out. Rereleased in 2020, the Colt Python made its return as a 6-shot DA/SA revolver with a high-polish stainless steel finish. Learn the 3 most popular shooting stances & more. I have heard all the bad about the old Taurus's, but they have stepped up and are making some good stuff now. Injunbro said: A full lug adds a bit of weight to the muzzle helping tame muzzle lift. I have used a model 66 starting in 1985. A target load of a 148-grain wadcutter at 700 fps offers excellent accuracy. 2020 Python vs S&W 686 hickok45 7.21M subscribers Subscribe 28K 1.6M views 2 years ago Comparing two similar revolvers, the 2020 Colt Python and the S&W Model 686. In fact, I have grown fond of 3" barrels. Do your research and have a check on why Colt lost the war in the last century against S&W on the revolver market. You missed the Ruger LCRx, with 3" barrel is 1/4# lighter than the K6. The Trooper was a steal as someone didn't know what they had. Go to revolvers then type .357 magnum. You left out the best .357 revolver on the market. Check Price . Python amazing gun ! Again, do we have to state so emphatically, that the list is the opinion of the author. My general impression at the time was that the Ruger was the most durable, the Smith had the best trigger (both out-of-the-box and with a little more work). Considering on getting a GP100, but I'll never intentionally part with my security 6. Lets talk a little about the various frame sizes you can expect to see when shopping. The Smith & Wesson trigger is much more difficult to stage as it does not "stack" like the Python. The barrels are both 1:14 LH twist with 6 grooves. Over priced at best, "suck" not hardly. Sorry, Ted, but you might "bez" mistaken. The titanium frame and cylinder make it comfortable to carry, I like the 7 shot capacity, and the ported barrel does help with muzzle flip. All 8 inch barrels. Another advantageyou can choose to load this gun using an 8-round moon clip. You have the date incorrect on the release of the Ruger GP100. It's had its up's and downs but i have a 1970's Blued 5" Colt Python and its in perfect condition and still shoots dead accurate after all this time i wouldn't dream of ever getting rid of it. Sorry but the S&W 19/66 is the finest .357, period. The Colt has an eight-pound double-action pull. Printing is a challenge. I love mine! 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