Revolvers

[Reddbojo]

I already have a Taurus PT 92 AF 9mm PARA, S&W 38 Spl and NAA 22 mag. I'd like to pick up another Revolver and I'm thinking a 357 would be a good way to go. The S&W 38 I have is not recommended for +P ammo and I'd like to have a little more muscle.
Ruger seems to have a pretty good rep. For the money, what's gonna give be the most bang (no pun intended) for my buck?

[Donkeypunch0420]

Definitely a Ruger. SP101, or GP100.

[bjl333]

Find a nice used S&W 686 4" or 6". The prelock ones are preferred but any 686 should do the job for ya!!

[NapaCountyShooter]

My GP100 makes .357's feel like nothing. .38's feel like .22's. It's not as refined as the 686, but it's the best bang for your buck.

[uxo2]

Pre lock 686....

Smooth trigger

[sequoia_nomad]

Used S&W 686 4", if you wanna be a pre-lock snob have at it but good luck finding one. Mine has the lock and I got it used in excellent condition for about what a new Ruger costs. Everything mechanical is just that much smoother on a S&W, although the Rugers are great guns too. Very tough and dependable, just not quite as refined as the S&W, IMO.

[mattja]

After the SP101, I went with a 6" 686P. I was looking for the added velocity of the 6" barrel in .357 Mag. If you're looking for a nightstand gun, a 4" barrel is probably more practical.

If you don't mind spending the money, the S&W 327 M&P TRR8 is one rad revolver. Sweet gun.

[Swoop]

Tauus is good and cheap but u can't go wring with s&w or ruger

[Legasat]

Definitely a Ruger. SP101, or GP100.

This man knows his stuff.

The S&W is a fine revolver, but too much money compared to Ruger.

For my money, it would be Ruger...

[PutTogether]

If you are talking bang for your buck Under $400, I don't think you can do better than finding a used Ruger Security Six. It is the predecessor to the GP 100. Just as tough, but much less like a sledgehammer

If bang for you buck in the $600-$700 ish range, a used 686+

[FUBAR]

Saw a real nice 3inch blued Ruger GP100 in the sales forum. Thats the one I would get.

[ojisan]

Since this thread is useless without pics:
Ruger Security Six:


Ruger SP101:


Ruger GP100:

[RedFord150]

My GP100 makes .357's feel like nothing. .38's feel like .22's. It's not as refined as the 686, but it's the best bang for your buck.

Agreed.
I did a trigger job on my GP100 and I think the trigger feels as good as S&W.
I also have a Speed Six in .38 Special. This is a tough gun.
I always regretted selling my Security Six to buy the GP100. I still like the GP100, I just want both. Luckily, the Speed Six is very comparable to the Security Six.
Ruger is definitely the best value in a .357 Revolver. Taurus is cheaper, but no comparison in quality. Spend the $ and get the Ruger.
Good luck.

[redhemi]

For great quality at a fair price Ruger all the way. I have a GP100 4" stainless it was my first handgun and still is. I did a trigger job, changed springs and a HiViz front sight and just love shooting this gun. I know this gun will outlast me and probably a few more generations. ojisan thats a nice collection you have there. Here's my GP. Redhemi

[axhoaxho]

Another vote for the GP100 as a workhorse .357 revolver. I have many revolvers, yet I abolutely love the GP100.

Regards,