I need an inexpensive, rock solid reliable snubby...
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VirgilCaine
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Taurus Model 85. Should come in under $300. +P rated, fit and finish is excellent, and a great selection of holsters out there for it. Many variations to choose from within that model.
Good Luck
Good Luck
Mike Irwin
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Since you don't mention size, I'd say a used S&W Model 10 2".
These can often be found for around $300, offer six shots, and are the paragon of reliability.
These can often be found for around $300, offer six shots, and are the paragon of reliability.
XavierBreath
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If you can go a five holer, almost any used Model 60 will come in around $250, as will a M649 and M49. If you want the most gun for the least money, you need to look at the used rack.
Geoff Timm
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+ 1 on the Ruger 101.
Geoff
Who likes the longer barrel version.
Geoff
Who likes the longer barrel version.
Any steel /SS S&W J frame will take occasional +P. ( mod 36, 49, 60, 640, 649,..) If you want to shoot allot of +P get a post 96' sample ( with J mag frame) . The J mag alloy framed models ( 638,642, 442,etc) will handle +P regularly but will recoil considerably harder. Used S&W's are common in the $200-$325 range and would be my choice over any new Taurus. The Sp 101's are nice but are much heavier /bulkier than the S&W J framed snubbies. Weight is comforting when you shoot it but is something to consider if CC is in the plan.
Mike Irwin
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"almost any used Model 60 will come in around $250, as will a M649 and M49"
I'd KILL to be able to find a Model 49 for $250...
"How about a 2.5" S&W M19/66?"
If he can find one in his price range, great.
But, at least here in Northern Virginia, over the past couple of years the magnums are normally $100 and more OVER the price of their .38 Spl. counterparts.
I'd KILL to be able to find a Model 49 for $250...
"How about a 2.5" S&W M19/66?"
If he can find one in his price range, great.
But, at least here in Northern Virginia, over the past couple of years the magnums are normally $100 and more OVER the price of their .38 Spl. counterparts.
