Dialing In (Photo by Jordan Bell) Next, I shot three 5-shot groups from the new Pythonin SA mode and using a sandbag rest for supportwith each of my .357 Magnum test loads at 25 yards. The internal of S&Ws are way stronger than Colts, Colt's rebound lever mechanism is an outdated design that cost too much pain for gunsmiths back in the day once the gun's outta timing. Nope, y'all missed this one.The S&W 66-2 is the Finest .357 Revolver. An officer traded it in and I was fortunate enough to see it before anyone else did. This is a large frame revolver. Stay safe and be good with your aim.. The N frame is the largest frame used for the S&W .357 Magnum revolvers. The K6s is soooooo much nicer! i wondered why he did put the 327 performance center on here 627 comes in performance center also. The bullets used in 38 SP and 357 Mag are externally the same dimensions. One of Colts most famous revolvers is the 1873 Colt Single Action Army in the Colt .45 caliber. Very nice overview of the .357 magnum. i wondered why he did put the 327 performance center on here 627 comes in and the performance center also. 25 after seeing how much the value has gone up and it's not original. The latter is an ideal range gun, but it can't compete accuracy-wise with the S&W 686 (which is far more accurate and which isn't even on the list), and when it left the range, it wasn't very useful except as a drawer gun and a paperweight. IMO most owners of these 2020 models have never owned an original. I keep mine because I know it, use it, and have speed loaders that work. This gun is FABULOUS! Aside from being two of the most common among fullsize revolvers, both are renowned for their accuracy and reliability. Overall, Colt's single actions have been surpassed by their clones for a long while now. Fast forward to today and it's a 627 8 rndr with moon clips. The 5-inch option weighs in at 39.7 ounces, which makes it pretty hefty. I am a highly prejudicated in favor of larger caliber revolvers (smallest being a S&W .38 w/ 4.5" barrel) for what i call the three H's- Hunt, Hit, and Hurt- bringing down food, accuracy/proficiencey with the firearm (obviously needed for H1and H2) and puttin the hurt on evildoers up to no good (Home invasion, self and others personal safety etc) I've never had one jam, stovepipe, fail to feed etc My 357 of choice is a Ruger Blkhwk w/ 6.5 bbl I also own two 41 mags, a Ruger and a S&W ,both have 8 3/8" bbls- slight edge to the Smith for quicker reloading- 2 Colt 45 long 6" and 1 has a 4.5 AND just for shits n giggles 2 Heritage Ruffies a 6.5 and a 9 inch both with 22lr and 22 mag cylinders Not to worried bout the ol' CCL aspect I enjoy the article and the other replies to each to their own. My first handgun was a Colt revolver (Trooper Mk III in .357) and it was a beefy piece. What the hell is that!!Usually so,meone else answer s for me. But I will put them up against any of your listed for accuracy, reliability, looks, and just plain Ol' fashioned "Cool Factor". Featuring an 8-shot cylinder and a factory-tuned action, this revolver is hard to beat. All this being said, my personal CCP is a 1911 in .45 ACP. One of the GP-100's claims to fame is its robustness. It has been for going one 30 or 40 years. Yes sir totally agree. These happen to be some of our favorites. Some private citizens still use K Frames for self-defense, target shooting, and hunting, but theyre pretty obsolete. The Blackhawk never missed. The Manurhin MR73 is a 6-shot .357 Magnum revolver that is available in barrel lengths between 4 and 8 inches with a deep blue finish. It really holds it's own when compared to the the big boys (Colt/S&W). It seems a little odd that the best selling revolvers in the history of the world,some of which are still being manufactured,are obsolete but 2 discontinued and very expensive used Colts are recommended. Im still partial to a S&W 13-3 I have and it has a lot of miles on it. First Video with S&W Model 686-1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gyjUGUxel54 First video with 4" Colt Python: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wOj2gdzo46k colt, dan wesson, smith and wesson, and ruger all would have . A '69 Python and an '82 586. Finally, theres the J Frameprobably one of the most popular styles of revolvers. The reliability and durability of the SP101 in conjunction with its smaller size make this a great choice for backpackers, hikers, and other outdoors enthusiasts. My general impression at the time was that the Ruger was the most durable, the Smith had the best trigger (both out-of-the-box and with a little more work). While these guns are powerful, their large size and heavy weight make them harder to conceal. Think big Magnaports and alot of fun lol. Looking for a good holster - recommendations appreciated. Built on the mid-sized L frame, the Smith & Wesson 686 was designed around the .357 magnum, although the Performance Center did make a few .38 specials for competition use. There is no "proven stopping power" for a particular caliber gun. The 686 is a heavy duty gun and will take more heavy .357 rounds than the Python before it goes out of timing. the smith is twice the shooter the python ever dreamed of being, and for about a third the price. I know nobody likes to mention the "t" word, but honestly, Taurus has really stepped up their game, and more importantly, their quality control over the past couple years. I bought mine new in 1974 (I think it was in '74) and still haven't shot any that I like as well. My longest shot was approximately 123 yard shooting a souped up Hornady xtp round. Tried a few different grips but not a lot of selection for that model, but it deserves to be on there being the first revolver with the transfer bar. Copyright 2023 Pew Pew Media, Inc. All rights reserved. Taurus brightly polished their stainless gun. We'll send you the latest guides and training tips geared Great article. But they are also famous for shotguns and the .357 Magnum DA/SA, DA only, and SA Revolvers. Jack. Small frame revolvers usually weigh between 12 ounces and 2 pounds when empty. Rate it below! Select what level shooter you are! vs. Sig Sauer . I have a couple blackhawks and they are fine guns that will last a lifetime super strong. Probably have over a 1000 rounds through this pistol and still shoots straight and true. The MR73 is the most exacting and high-end production revolver ever made. Colt recently released a new 2020 Colt Python, and after sixteen years of anticipation, the demand for this beast was quite high. I shoot .38 +P ammo for practice. The King Cobra is a three-inch barreled, medium-frame .357 with a weight of 28 ounces and a brushed stainless steel construction. But if you're looking for something to get you from A to B, Toyota, Honda, even BMW will still do that just as effectively and at a price point that is accessible. (nickel 686) The '69 Python has a trigger designed to "stage" for target shooting. :-). Keep 'em coming. Sorry but the S&W 19/66 is the finest .357, period. It was commissioned as a gift for Richard Grob, the Director of Security and Operations for Elvis Presley Enterprises. Not even Close! is a great cartridge. This statement in the article is incorrect, "the .357 Magnum round also needed a 1/8 inch longer case to hold more gunpowder." Of course this is just my opinion. The Colt has a more personal story. I believe that the 2.25 barrel. I prefer the 4-inch underlug barrel, adjustable rear sight, and ramp front sight. It makes the platform cost-effective as far as ammo consumption. Barrel lengths differ based on which model but most float between 2 and 4 inches. I have one with excellent condition, slightly used. I we had them for for years. 2020 Python vs S&W 686 hickok45 7.21M subscribers Subscribe 28K 1.6M views 2 years ago Comparing two similar revolvers, the 2020 Colt Python and the S&W Model 686. With heavy loads the low center of fire keeps you on target if you want a revolver with ease try one, Well you left out one of the sweetest 357mags, the new rino 3' 357mags. The case is longer for more powder! Hi, just got the 357 Magnum bug. I was once at the firing range for our semi-monthly qualification, with a Colt-equipped sergeant in the la Continue Reading 83 8 H Allen Davis I may earn a small part of the sale from links to any products or services on this site. Python 3" vs. Smith & Wesson . The Safariland Comp II Speedloader is injection molded and its push-button operation combines maximum speed with easy reloading, making it popular for duty applications. They have a snub nosed (2in) and full sized (6in) revolvers. And these are material-rich firearms. My service arm was a Ruger Security 6. Given mine I will have to very respectfully stand by my post Sir. the ruger redhawk also sold out thats how i found the s&w 627 all steel gun, While I would agree with most of this article, as a dedicated SA revolver person, I think you should have touched on the Ruger Blackhawk a little more. SW are fantastic guns, just never loved the short hammer pull, again, not what I was used to. Subscribe to Pew Pew Tactical's sales and deals email. The price of a new Colt Python .357 Magnum revolver has no bearing on the price of a collector-grade Python. Nothing else came close. I have a Security Six that I like and a K6s 3" DASA that I love. And the 2&1/2 barrel version is considered by myself and many knowledgeable handguners to be the best all round snub nose .357 ever. Are you serious a ruger is a work of are. From a bench at 7 yards, the Smith turned in a .75-inch group with Hornady's 125-grain FTX Critical Defense round and the Kimber shot a .68-inch group with Hornady's 135-grain Critical Duty load. You must not know about them yet. I have zero complaints about the Windicator. You have the date incorrect on the release of the Ruger GP100. If price is of no concern nor is nationality, how could the Rhino be left out? P365 XL . I have the Taurus 357. L. Les-or-more Private. I puchased a fired once, the sights hadnt even been corrected it was hitting low left, Taurus 66 6inch about 7 months ago and it is by far my favorite range gun. have the s&w 627 with the 2.635 inch looking at getting the 327 trr8 or the r8 in the 5inch i think it is mot sure yet and u should change the taurus to the 608 from the 66ss same size just 8 shots. You can also order a 3 or 7-inch barrel if you prefer. I was lucky enough to grow up with .357s available to shoot and since then it has always been my go to cartridge. GP100 Wiley . Easy to conceal carry, highly accurate and heavy enough to handle full power loads. Simple. Model 686 PLUS 3" Colt . But it can be argued that the gun the GP-100 was derived from, the Security-Six, was a vastly superior gun. This revolver is ultra-durable and is a relatively soft shooter while maintaining a reasonable level of affordability. The Vaquero is a retro-style revolver that was made for cowboy action shooting fans and looks like the old Colt Single Action Army Revolver of 1873. This is a great gun. That was my first gun. Thanks for reading! The S&W and Ruger names speak for themselves. I would like to get ahold of a Smith & weightWesson 357 Magnum with 8 and 3/8 inch barrel. I have owed both, so here is my two cents on them. Check Sturm, Ruger & Co.'s website for GP100 serial number dates that indicate S/N 170-00001 (1st Issue) was first "shipped" in 1986. We already have an account registered for email address Learn the 3 most popular shooting stances & more. 1. Back in the day, it was, by far, the absolute best out-of-the-box revolver on the marketPERIOD!! The GP 100 is a work of art. Type your new password and hit button below to confirm it. It is hardy and I expect its useful life to outlive mine if cared for but as far as that goes it does need thorough cleaning after a range session especially (again) around the ejector wall, grime can build up there and cause ejection problems (this contributed also to the more lasting problem I mentioned I believe). He brings almost three decades of experience in law enforcement and shooting instruction to the table and that experience shines through in everything he does. It's double action trigger pull is quite heavy and less, but not poorly accurate (I always shoot single action although I practice a DA double-tap although even if I had to execute one I train doing it in SA anyway. Colt Lawman Mark III However, I did recently find the Taurus Tracker 692. To simulate the carry .357 Magnum ammo, use .38 Special +P or low velocity .357 Magnum ammo. The EAA Windicator* .38/.357 magnum from European American Armoury is an excellent choice not mentioned here.especially for those on a bit of a budget. 2020 Python vs S&W 686 Watch on CZ Scorpion EVO 3 S1 Pistol batesvilleshooter.com The Smith is the 4" 586 (the blued version of the 686). The King Cobra has a much shorter (and stiffer!) No one can argue that the Colt Python, an out-of-production .357 revolver, has to be on any list of "best" .357s, but if you open the list to guns that no longer are in production, you have to abide by that decision. Best .357 ever!!! All three were great, just prefer the 44 mag for police work. I would think your Model 66 would approximate the Colt King Cobra Target. Full power.357s are a handful, so shooting.38s for target practice is recommended. Carried a Speed Six and model 19 at work, then settled on a 629. & .357 . OTOH, my remaining 357, a very low mileage 4" Python in Colt Royal Blue, makes me feel better. Colt Python. and has been a faithful sidearm with no complaints. With a revolver gun from industry leaders like Smith & Wesson, Ruger, Korth, and Chiappa Firearms, you hold in your hands a weapon of unparalleled reliability, that fires a shot no matter what you or mother nature puts it through. Love all of them. David Yardley on December 28, 2021 at 10:05 pm Shot old python, bought the new one and it's better. Click below for a FREE LESSON! Hmmm. I had heard at one point that the Python's have the most moving parts of any revolver on the market which is one reason for their feel. While there are plenty of .357 models and companies that produce them, a few gun makers immediately stand out. While these guns are powerful, their large size and heavy weight make them harder to conceal. The single action pull comes in at about three pounds while the 686 is 10 pounds in double action and the single action pull is about 2.5 pounds. On the plus side, these guns can handle large amounts of heavily loaded .357 Magnum ammunition. So for $3900 and change I could buy the worlds finest brick? Let us know in the comments below. Price puts them out of reach for many people. Have had a stainless 4" barrel Ruger GP 100 down here in Australia (50 yard range use, no Concealed Carry Permit possible here), for about five years, and can attest to the solid build and reliability of the gun. The KC is what Colt called a MK V action and they made a few Troopers featuring this action before they came out with the King. The DA trigger pull was silky smooth. - too big to carry; and too much for me to handle. See how this works? These updates have made this revolver stronger and more durable, able to handle the high performance .357 Magnum ammunition, such as DoubleTap ammunition. Python 3" vs. Smith & Wesson . Fred is an old hand when it comes to firearms. 357 Magnum is a bit to handle but I can shoot 38 Special thru it all day long. I bought my heavy vented rib model with 3 barrels (2.5", 4" and 8") back in early '70s (1974 I think). Always has been. I still enjoy my Ruger GP100 after a decade of use, and shooting my newest addition, the Colt Cobra (even though it isn't a magnum). The Kimber's biggest advantage, however, was that one extra round. Perfect for concealed carry. Preferably the 3" Wiley Clapp version. Tested. In 2003 Colts new ceo decided they weren't going to build "obsolete" handguns for the civilian market anymore, decommissioned the machining tools that forged the python, and decided to focus all their attention on AR platforms for government contracts. Might need to get rid of it because of hand issues. are many fine cartridges out there but, I'm still It will list just about every 357 magnum, new and used for you to look at. 357 and 44mag. The only problem with it was the grip was too small. Smoothest DA and a super clean trigger break in SA. I dont prefer it for carry, for that I chose my sig p380 hd. The Model 60 is a5-shot DA/SA stainless steel J frame revolver. And I speak as an owner of both models (as well as Pythonsoriginals, not the remake). Only because they're no longer in production, and they were all "hand crafted" so-to-speak in that all the parts were put together by hand. For this review, we focused on the Model 686 Plus Deluxe. I have an old model 19 and just recently started shooting again. I have owned 2 Model 66s (6 shot), with 4 barrels and a 2 Model 606 (not 605). It comes in both Stainless and Blue PVD and has a seven round cylinder. S&W Model 19 w/ 4" barrel, Pachmayr grips, and a sweet trigger job. You can swap them in a matter of seconds. Also comes with holster and 2 speed loaders Great gun in great condition. yup both these come in 4inch 5 and 6 the 627 is better than the 686. Great series! I just can't say enough good about the Kimber, sweet! If you shot revolvers, you have a favorite so everyone is right! Peter, How do I get a catalog with the 357 handguns. Fitted with the original factory checkered walnut grips with gold Rampant Colt medallions. Personalize your experience. I like mine a lot. The .357 Magnum cartridge is a revolver round with a .357-inch bullet diameter. Model 5033 Ruger Redhawk .357 Magnum: Top Pick. You have to spend a ton more money to get a slightly better revolver! 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