S&W .357 revolver

[TCmofo]

I realize that there are good .357 revolvers made by other companies, but I am a fanboy of S&W when it comes to revolvers.

Basically, I am asking which S&W .357 models in a 4 inch barrel should I be looking at. I like the 686 of course, but are there any other models I should take a look at?

Any insight or help is appreciated as always.

[bac1023]

I like the 586 and 686.

[Guyver]

The 327 is pretty handy.... extra shots.

[Coastal]

If you're looking for a revolver in the slightly smaller K Frame you could give some thought to a blued Model 19/stainless Model 66 (with adjustable sights and ejector rod shroud) or a blued Model 13/stainless Model 65 (fixed sights, no ejector shroud). If you're looking to go to the bigger N frame you could think about a Model 28 or Model 27 (the 27 has a polished blue finish)

[Hugo R]

S&W has a a good variety of 686's to choose from. If you really like that particular model, they have several to choose from.

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...and then there's the 386!
HR

[Rodman]

really depends on how much 357 you are going to be shooting. if you are mainly going to shoot 357 then i would opt for the L or N frame guns as they are stouter than a K frame. i shoot mostly 38s through my S&W 357s so i opted for a K frame with 3" barrel. i personally think for a range gun the model 586 or 686 with a 4" barrel are great all around guns. i listed some model for you below those are the ones i could think of off the top of my head.

K frame models- 19/66, 13/65
L frame modesls- 586/686
N frame models- 28, 27, 627

[bill-hhh]

I LOVE my 686+, it may be close to the perfect gun.

[epsylum]

627

8 shot .357 that uses moon clips. I want one pretty badly myself.

[TripleDigitRide]

I like the 586 and 686.


I would have to agree. Personally, these two models are the best fit for me. Comfort is #1.

[Rinspeed]

Early 686 or 28-2.

[a1b2c3]

Don't over look the j-frames either.
Model 60 and 640.

[Berto]

IMO the 4" N frame .357 is the best balanced handgun in existence.:supergrin:

[bestseller92]

I've always wanted a Skeeter-esque 5" M27.

[Glolt20-91]

I LOVE my 686+, it may be close to the perfect gun.

+1, balance with the 6" barrel is great, longer sight radius makes for deadly point shooting and it's extremely fast/accurate on multiple targets. It was one of my carries on a recent extended trip to San Antonio, the old design Remington factory 125 SJHPs still get the job done.

For 4" barrel, try out the new release M27, I know the 6" version was good for 200yds; a few decades back. :supergrin:

Bob :cowboy:

[Lone_Wolfe]

IMO the 4" N frame .357 is the best balanced handgun in existence.:supergrin:

I bought a 6" 28-2 and I second this statement. But I still love all my 686's!

[vanilla_gorilla]

IMO the 4" N frame .357 is the best balanced handgun in existence.:supergrin:

I disagree. It takes a back seat to the 5 inch M27

I've always wanted a Skeeter-esque 5" M27.

Exactly!

http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b53/vanilla_gorilla911/wood017.jpg

[Lone_Wolfe]

The 27 IS an N-Frame

[vanilla_gorilla]

For the comment about balance, I was referring to the barrel length, not frame size. All the S&W Model 2X guns are N frames.

The 5 inch M27 seems to balance wonderfully in the hand with a set of target grips on it.

[Lone_Wolfe]

I see, said the blind man. My own preference is that same N-Frame, but 6" barrel.


P. S. Your gun is beautiful!

[vanilla_gorilla]

Better?

http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b53/vanilla_gorilla911/wood005.jpg

[Lone_Wolfe]

:drool:


I'll take them both.



:drool:

[Forgoten214]

:drool:


I'll take them both.



:drool:

Me too :supergrin:

[ede]

really depends on your intended application. the 340pd makes a lot better pocket gun than does the 686. i have smith revolvers in .22, .38, .357, 10mm, .45 acp and .45 colt. my next revolver will be a 686 SSR.

[Berto]

Better?

http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b53/vanilla_gorilla911/wood005.jpg


Best.:supergrin:


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[DFin]

The N frame with good grips makes .357 mag recoil a pleasant experience.

[Ranger325]

I really like the M27-2 in 3.5"
http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c36/Ranger325/27-2.jpg

The 28-2 is a great working gun.......
http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c36/Ranger325/M28-2II.jpg

...........and although it now wears stags and rides in a Tucker pancake, the M66-1
http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c36/Ranger325/M66-1a.jpg

FWIW.
Regards,

[McCleary.11]

Dont forget the Smith 619 and 620.

http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b132/McCleary11/SW620.jpg

[vanilla_gorilla]

Best.:supergrin:


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Touche!

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