Tough Decision

[jkonquer]

Looking to purchase my first revolver and I've narrowed it down to either a 586 L-Comp or a 327 R8/TRR8 and maybe a 627 V-Comp.

I really like the bulletproof and simplicity design of the 586 and overall practicality (possible ccw). I've heard good things about the R8/TRR8 for its easy of handling but also heard some bad experiences as well. And I love the look of the V-comp but I just don't see it being useful in any situation.

If anyone can share their experiences with these revolvers would be very helpful. Thanks

[Python6357]

I've had some experience with the TRR8 and I loved it. Seemed like a great gun and I hope to get one of my own some day.

[ysr_racer]

I bought a 5" Performance Center 627, and if there's a pistol out there that's more fun to shoot, I wouldn't know what it is.

ymmv

[ysr_racer]

If you're in So Cal, you're welcome to try it.

[jkonquer]

I've had some experience with the TRR8 and I loved it. Seemed like a great gun and I hope to get one of my own some day.

How did it handle the 357 compared to a full steel frame?

[jkonquer]

If you're in So Cal, you're welcome to try it.

All of it?

[ysr_racer]

All of it?

No, just cylinders 1, 3, 4, 7 & 8.

[Barbarosa]

I've got an R8; it's been a great gun. No issues with mine but I have read reports of light primer strikes- in every case repaired by warranty.

I don't have a steel L frame to compare it to but it shoots similar to my Model 19. It's a real tack driver.

[jkonquer]

Thanks. There is also a model 19 carry comp. pretty much a smaller version of L-comp with 6 shot instead of 7. Is there a real size difference between the K and L?

[jkonquer]

No, just cylinders 1, 3, 4, 7 & 8.

for some reason i did not see your original post. Thanks!

[Kmai24]

[timbo399]

I had a V Comp and sold it. Now own an R8.

The V Comp was a great looking revolver. A bit heavy but never really an issue.

To me, more of a fun range plinker though. Although my primary HD/bedside gun is a 1911, I think the R8 would be a great option as well. Can't go wrong with 8 shots of .357 mag. I love my R8-- I think it would be nice to put some type of RMR on it but I just use the stock sights so far and they are good for me.

R8 is just a great all around revolver. I've had a 4" 686 for years that I love to shoot and always in my range bag, but that extra inch of the barrel helps a bit w the R8 on accuracy-- I think can't go wrong with R8-- it looks great and shoots great as well.

I really love mine. Type of gun you know never going to sell and will serve you well whether it's range fun or possible HD role.

[jkonquer]

Thanks for the comments. Any real reason why you both did not go with a TRR8?

[colossians323]

Steel frame is way better than the scandium or other light weight metals

I have the TRR8, and if you want rails go for it, if not that is the only reason to get it

[Jes]

I think it would be nice to put some type of RMR on it but I just use the stock sights so far and they are good for me.

I have the TRR8 with an RMR on top and it is fantastic to shoot, really fun.
Weirdest thing about these big alloy revolvers is how light they are for an N frame.