Looking at .357's

[Vanguard]

What are some nice ones out there right now? I'm thinking of picking up a 357 with a 5 or 6 inch barrel. I own automatics and I never paid much attention to revolvers before, but now I think I'd like to have one.

I'm not asking for suggestions on what I should buy since everyone has a different opinion. Mostly just looking to find out about some different models that people like.

I have heard great things about the Colt Python but they're out of production now and very expensive if you can find one. Is there anything comparable in production today?

[SScott]

Python is the only wheel gun I'd buy.

[Vanguard]

Come on, there has to be other decent ones out there.

[colorwolf]

I'm new to firearms too but from what I've read/seen you can't go wrong with Ruger or S&W

[ocspeedracer]

Ruger GP100, mine is stock and i can get that trigger going faster than my s&w 625jm

[wu_dot_com]

What are some nice ones out there right now? I'm thinking of picking up a 357 with a 5 or 6 inch barrel. I own automatics and I never paid much attention to revolvers before, but now I think I'd like to have one.

I'm not asking for suggestions on what I should buy since everyone has a different opinion. Mostly just looking to find out about some different models that people like.

I have heard great things about the Colt Python but they're out of production now and very expensive if you can find one. Is there anything comparable in production today?

got a python, very nice. a used one in excellent condition will cost you anywhere from 1300-1700. you just have to wait for the deal. they usually show up in privet section in batches. and the seller usually will lower the price to that range when they are asking too high. dont jump the deal.

now if you are looking for something new, i would only recommend you to try the S&W M27, or 627. i personally tried the M27, i liked the trigger pull, though not over the python. i also prefer the trigger guard configuration of the python more. on the other hand, i've also tried the 627 Vcomp. i think its a better gun over the standard python. 8 shot comp; full under barrel lug; smooth DA pull; sub 3 lb SA pull with trigger stop. you get the entire package which cost you 1500 MSRP. (hit up yzerine here, im sure he can get you a deal from Davidson). the only downside i've seen from a 627 vcomp is that the compensator will collect fouling as any other gun with compensator. you can also shoot it with it off.

keep in mind that there is very little qualify and competent colt revolver smith still exist today. so, unless you are pistol savvy, you will most likely have to send it back to colt for occasional tune up. also if your mind is set on a python, dont let the going out of time myth scare you. properly maintain python shout not go out of time easily. if you want to be extra save, stock up on spare parts.

let me know if you have any questions, hit me up if you want to try the 8" python. im in OC area too.

[wu_dot_com]

Ruger GP100, mine is stock and i can get that trigger going faster than my s&w 625jm

s&w 625jm is 45 ACP, i think it also have to use moon clips. not 357 like the OP is looking for.

[wu_dot_com]

http://www.smith-wesson.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Product4_750001_750051_765938_-1_757774_757767_757751_ProductDisplayErrorView_Y

FYI.

[thomashoward]

GP100

http://www.ruger.com/products/gp100/models.html

Pythons are overrated and prohibitively expensive for other than a collector.
you do have to clean up and smooth the internals on a Ruger. (all Rugers)
In that respect Python outshines all others
Ruger is over built. it can handle a load that would make a S&W puke and I sold a King Cobra that had a junk trigger pull

[wu_dot_com]

if you want either python or 627, i would recommend you to change out the accro sights. though its purely a personal preference.

[ocspeedracer]

s&w 625jm is 45 ACP, i think it also have to use moon clips. not 357 like the OP is looking for.

you are correct sir, I just said that to compare the trigger pulls to the gp100, nothing else.

[Vanguard]

http://www.smith-wesson.com/webapp/w...layErrorView_Y

FYI.

Damn, that thing looks mean!

Thanks for the good info.

[quiet-wyatt]

GP100

+1 on the Ruger GP-100

[Vanguard]

GP100

Yes, that's along the lines of what I'm looking for.

[wu_dot_com]

GP100

GP100 is good for the price. however, the OTB trigger is griddier and heavier than both smith and colt. but a competent smith can clean it up for cheap.

one thing you might want to know is that both GP100 a 627Vcomp have dove tail front sight. so you can swap out the front to your liking.

on the other hand, colt uses one or two pin to hold the front sight, so your option for front sight modification is limited.