Ca legal revolver suggestions

[OSTYS]

Just trying to be forward thinking, if worst comes to worst with new ca laws and I have to give up my m70 and purchase an unbannable (for now) gun, I want to get me a nice revolver.

I want one regardless, and I really wanted a Smith 686 until I learned apparently it's not available in California.

I know nothing about revolvers.. I just want a tank of a pistol that will handle infinite magnum loads with a nice trigger. Something that will never fail if I treat it right, and even if I don't. Looking for a full size as well, preferably a 6in if I can.

Thoughts? What's the best available? I also don't have 3-4K lying around, so I probably couldn't get me the absolute best. But I want a nice tank magnum revolver... .357 as well.

Go!

[michaelinfv]

I just sold my 686 dash 66-1 comma 4 inch and adjustable sights

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[michaelinfv]

The Ruger SP101 3-inch is a tank gun that I would highly recommend

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[Cody805]

Look for a used smith and Wesson highway patrolman 6" in 357 mag. Throw on a pair of houge laminate wood grips to fill the hand.
In my opinion my best revolver ever made

[OSTYS]

I was thinking the ruger gp 100 match or just the regular gp100 in 6in, but the trigger in double action is a bit much. Still at the top of my list for now

[davefromca]

https://grabagun.com/ruger-1754-kgp141mcf-357m-4-2-fo-ss.html

Another vote for the match champion...

The 686 is actually on roster if it has an "A" stamped on it. I have yet to see a 686 with the "A" stamp...

[claylakers]

Also, at least as of now, SAE is still an option for most revolvers that aren't on roster. That said, tough to go wrong with any 686

[rm1911]

For one single revolver, ruger gp100 4". I own a 6" and love it. Also have a pre lawyered 6" 686. Love that one too. In fact if you have the cash, get the match champion. The one with the Novak style sights is safe. The one with the adjustable sights is unsafe. For the life of me I have no idea happy a small change in rear sights can turn an otherwise safe wheel gun opinions carnage inducing death machine. But hey, our dear rulers now what's best for us.

357 is a good way to go. Not just because of laws but just because. Everyone should own more than one revolver. Of that applies to 1911's and lots of other things too.

[gsparesa]

Look for a used smith and Wesson highway patrolman 6" in 357 mag. Throw on a pair of houge laminate wood grips to fill the hand.
In my opinion my best revolver ever made

What makes the 28 better than the 27 or 627?

[Cody805]

What makes the 28 better than the 27 or 627?

I said in my opinion lol
I just really love the balance and feel of mine
Truthfully I would not trade if for a python

[Lead Waster]

I'd get the 627, 8 rounds of .357.

You can't get 686 anymore? Huh? Or does this ahve to do with the letter "A" stamped on the revolver?

[Lead Waster]

Also, at least as of now, SAE is still an option for most revolvers that aren't on roster. That said, tough to go wrong with any 686

I have the 7 shot 686+. I thought that if 6 is good, 7 is better!

But you are limited in your choice of speedloaders in a 7 shot, only HKS and one other company (which makes aluminum ones) make them.

[bwhited]

The Smiths (specifically K frames) will shoot loose with many full house 357 load.
If you want a tank, get the Ruger (GP100)!

[Quiet]

I want one regardless, and I really wanted a Smith 686 until I learned apparently it's not available in California.

Which S&W Model 686 were you looking for?

Currently, there are six variants of the .357Magnum S&W Model 686 revolver on the Roster of Handguns Certified for Sale:
686 Performance Center SKU 170346 / Steel Revolver 2.5" .357 Magnum 1/1/2017
686-6 Plus, 7 Shot SKU 164192A / Steel Revolver 2.5" .357 Magnum 1/1/2017
686-6 Competitor SKU170319 / Alloy; Steel Revolver 6" .357 Magnum 1/1/2017
686-6 Plus 7 Shot SKU 164198A / Stainless Steel Revolver 6" .357 Magnum 1/1/2017
686-6 SKU 164224A / Steel Revolver 6" .357 Magnum 1/1/2017
686-6 Plus Pro Series (Stn Stnls) SKU 178038 / Stainless Steel Revolver 5" .357 Magnum 1/1/2017

[The Jack]

My 686-1 with a 6 inch barrel is my favorite revolver. It's accurate and the trigger is great. I have a Ruger Match Champion that is also good plus a few other revolvers. My vote would be for a 686. Baboosh at 2aZone usually has some good deals on 686's and other S&W's.