Best Revolver....

[Dr45ACP]

So what do you guys think the overall best double action revolver is... in terms of quality, versatility, etc...

I say Colt Python, followed by S&W 625, then S&W 629.

 

[Canine]

The best:

1. Colt Python
2. Ruger SP 101/GP 100/RH,SRH,BH, etc
3. S&W J,K,L,N frames, etc
4. Colt revolvers (other than the Python)

The mediocre:

Taurus
Rossi

 

[Intel6]

I would put a 627 in place of the Colt in your choices.

 

[Ronin 99]

I had my choice,Python or 627 PC and I chose the 627. It's an extraordinary handgun.
Ronin

 

[arnie]

The S&W 686 plus. It is in .357 caliber, which is versatile. It is in the beefed up L frame. It was carried by many LEO for years as their issue sidearm in six shot mode. It is stainless, and low maintainance. It is now in 7 shot configuration, and even stronger than the 6 shot model.

 

[denfoote]

I must disagree. The best revolver is the Taurus M605. Why, because I own one, and it is not a Smith. Seriously though, my wife carries a Taurus M85. She is not ill-armed.

 

[Mike Irwin]

Older S&W Model 19s, before they went to the frame mounted firing pin.

Simply the best combination of ergonomics, price, reliability, power, and portability ever seen in a single handgun, as far as I'm concerned.

 

[C.R.Sam]

S&W 19, -4 or earlier.

Sam

 

[Green Republican]

My favorites are the S&W 686 Plus 4" and the Ruger SP101 .357/2 1/4".

 

[AR-10]

The Colt Anaconda deserves honorable mention. A little heavy for concealed carry. Excellent trigger and craftsmanship. Hard to pick a "best". So many to choose from.

 

[Skip-2]

Ruger Security-Six, 4" bbl.
Tough as nails, accurate, true medium size.
Make mine stainless.

 

[tonyz]

Ruger Security-Six in SS
Ruger GP100 in SS
Dan Wesson In SS
S&w 686
S&W 19 Older Model



Tony

[Edited by tonyz on 02-26-2001 at 03:00 PM]

 

[RWK]

Very tough question, because there are so many excellent candidates. My short, non-prioritized list includes:

Smith -- Models 19, 627/27, 686
Colt -- Python and other selected snakes
Ruger -- GP100, SP100, Security Six, and all the "Hawks"

FWIW, my current favorites (own two of each) are the Ruger KGP-141 and the S&W 627 Special Edition.

 

[WESHOOT2]

1) Redhawk, stainless, 5.5", 45 Colt

2) same, 44 Mag

3) same, 41 Mag

4) same, 357 Mag

5) GP100, stainless, 4"

Kinda' inna' rut, eh? Experience is a great teacher.....

 

[J. Parker]

Just based on my own experience I think the best for me is the S&W mod 66/19 with the 21/2" barrel. S&W mod 629's and 29's are sweet with a 4" barrel. Presently, I've got a S&W mod 657 41 maggie that I consider the finest revolver I've ever owned. Best, J. Parker

 

[JoeHatley]

Based on those I own:

1) Any "N" frame S&W

2) Colt Python/Trooper

3) Any small frame Dan Wesson

4) Any "K" frame S&W

5) Ruger Redhawk


Joe

 

[hube1236]

I like the ruger kgp-101

No post agreement SW should be on any's list.

 

[M58]

Smith 3"
Smith 5"
Ruger SA

 

[Southla1]

1: S&W 27
1A: Colt Python
2: Colt Officers Model Match
3: S&W K-38

 

[Torpedo]

1. A Reeder Custom on a redhawk base with a three inch barrel in .45 LC, with all the bells and whistles.
2. A S&W model 629 in .44 Mag., 4 inch.
3. A S&W model 19 or 66 .357 Mag., 4 inch.
4. A Colt Python in .357, 4 inch.